I recently extended the phone cable from my space to a more convenient central location. Unfortunately, I didn't test the extension – which proved to be faulty. So a morning which could have been spent painting, was wasted on a futile task. But you learn – I tested the new wire before snaking it round the partitions.
On to something more rewarding. Standing Room is turning emerald. Sam, Apexa and Hannah are creating a mock film set and I can't wait to see the next episode. www.standingroom.org
Apparently a 'cast' of artists will be coming to HMS next week. There is a real buzz.
Had an email from Christopher Parkes who has just given a talk at Staffs Uni. He mentioned Standing Room and how the residency at HMS has helped his practice. The experience has been so positive for both parties.
Kat is managing Standing Room from a distance and is currently sorting out a committee to run it. Though Kat has done the lion's share, we have both suffered from burn-out. Spreading the load will definitely help. Four of us are meeting in a couple of weeks to work out a structure to administer and develop the space. Kat has sorted loads of documentation to sift through. It all looks a bit daunting.
Some good news. I have been awarded a place on the NAN research and networking visit to Lille. I still can't believe it as HMS hasn't been going a year yet.
