foldgallery - our aims and objectives

about fold
	fold was an artist-led initiative based in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. It was a not for profit organisation dedicated to promoting and providing access to contemporary art in rural locations across the north of England.
	how to find us: The gallery in Kirkby Stephen has now closed.
	objectives: · to provide an opportunity for rural artists to join together for mutual support, to share information, experiences and ideas. · to raise the profile of rural contemporary artists. · to showcase the work of rural contemporary artists. · to bring contemporary art to rural communities. · to showcase the work of contemporary artists in a rural environment. · to develop community involvement and understanding of contemporary arts
		the gallery: We had a dedicated exhibition space for showing cutting edge and innovative art. We aimed to showcase the kind of work normally reserved for galleries in cities. By showing the work in the gallery, we aimed to engage local and visiting audiences in contemporary art that they previously may never have had the chance to experience. The space itself was approximately 4 metres cubed. Small enough to exhibit specific projects or even individual works that would normally be swamped in larger spaces. The gallery was fully accessible to wheelchair users.

about fold