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Independent Arts

Independent Arts is an Isle of Wight charity founded in 1987, using the arts to improve wellbeing, quality of life and to reduce social isolation.

Supported by volunteers, fantastic practitioners and a small staff team in Newport, the charity engages with 1,700 people every month across the Island.

Below are articles in which Independent Arts is mentioned.

26, May 2022·2 min read

‘Magical experience’ for Independent Arts as Earl and Countess of Wessex visit Creative Hub

See the photos from the Earl and Countess of Wessex's visit to Independent Arts Creative Hub in Newport on Tuesday

Mill Town structure built by young carers

25, April 2022·1 min read

Latest Independent Arts exhibition explores the history of Newport Mills

This new exhibition on the history of Newport Mills combines traditional museum-style exhibits with artworks created by young people

16, September 2016·1 min read

Young writers to launch new book on Isle of Wight Day

All are welcome to the official book launch of the Anonthology at Waterstones on Isle of Wight Day (Saturday 24th September) to celebrate the talent of local young writers and hear spoken word performances.

Lisa Gagliani and Jan with the exhibition

10, April 2024·5 min read

Jan Frith’s Sewing Memories project: Where tradition meets digital art

Sewing meets technology in Jan Frith's engaging exhibition at Independent Arts - see it before 29th April

Boy on beach with St. T P Poem overlaid at side

11, February 2021·3 min read

Army of Isle of Wight school children creatively support older residents in care homes

Isle of Wight charity, Independent Arts, have been responsible for organising some brilliant activities over the last year to creatively bridge the gap between young and older. Read the details within

5, December 2013·1 min read

Independent Arts launches ’11 hours’ campaign

If you're going to Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival this weekend (5–8 December), look out for Independent Arts' tree in St Mary's Church, festooned with clock-faces.

5, February 2015·1 min read

Independent Arts launches new Creative Cafe

Local charity Independent Arts is delighted to announce the launch of Creative Cafe, after receiving funding from Spectrum Housing Community Fund.

Walking boots placed on black and white tiles next to stripped wooden door

9, May 2022·2 min read

70 Mile May: Free guided walks throughout May as part of Independent Arts annual fundraiser

Join other likeminded people on guided walks during May and help raise funds for this vital Isle of Wight charity

Pots of paint brushes on table with artworks in the background

4, January 2023·2 min read

Get involved in the co-production of a unique creative space with young people in Ventnor

£4,000 commission offered for artists to work with young people in Ventnor to create youth-friendly creative space in February and March

Older women taking part in dance sense classes by stretching

16, January 2023·1 min read

Improve balance, boost confidence and reduce the risk of falls with DanceMakers and DanceSense

Independent Arts' popular DanceMakers and DanceSense programmes for health and happiness receive new funding for expansion in Newport and Sandown. Now open for registration

28, September 2015·1 min read

Edana Minghella becomes patron of Independent Arts

An expert in mental health and social care as well as being a fantastic jazz singer, Edana Minghella, is welcomed as a new patron for the Independent Arts charity.

17, October 2012·1 min read

Jeni to walk backwards from Sandown to Shanklin for Independent Arts

Jeni Saunders will attempt to walk from Sandown to Shanklin backwards to raise money for Island charity

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