Welcome to the Shape Arts Podcast!

We’ll be exploring arts, heritage and creativity of all kinds from a barriers-facing perspective, hearing from leading makers, activists and cultural workers about the things that matter to them.

 We will also be introducing new or upcoming projects, and discovering new ideas about what disability is - and what contemporary culture might be as a result.

We would like to thank Ian Rattray, Sound Editor and Grace Fairley, Illustrator for their contributions to the podcast.

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In episode five, 2023 Emergent-supported artist, Linny Venables, chats to arts producer Debbie Chan about her practice, current projects, and inspirations - including Blackpool rock, microwave kilns, and her Plasterer Dad!

About the artist

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Linny Venables

Linny Venables is a visual artist based in Liverpool, working in sculpture, installation, curation and facilitation.

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