At Creative Black Country’s 10-year anniversary event, a panel of partners and community leaders came together to reflect on a decade of impact. The conversation was lively, honest, and full of pride for how far the region has come — and how much further it can still go.
Read MoreCreative Black Country recently threw an unforgettable party to celebrate ten years of creativity, connection and community!
Read MoreIn early 2022, Wolverhampton became a vibrant hub of artistic expression through Offsite 9, a programme initiated by Creative Black Country as a local response to the visiting British Art Show 9. Running from January to April, Offsite 9 showcased an array of creative works that transformed city spaces into immersive art experiences.
Read MoreDuring 2024 we were busy building on our community and creative relationships across Walsall with a series of collaborative projects, pop-ups, opportunities, commissions and partnerships that we hope will redefine local places, instil local pride and create a sense of cultural confidence.
Read MoreFrom 2020 Creative Associates Kerry + Laura have been working on Dudley Creates where they partnered with local artists, communities, cultural organisations and CoLab Dudley to…
Read MoreOn Thursday, 20th March, Creative Black Country marked a milestone—ten years of threading creativity through our communities. Wolverhampton Art Gallery played host to an evening filled with insightful discussions, hands-on workshops, vibrant performances and future-focused conversations.
Read MoreCreative Director, Parminder Dosanjh who is often the driving force shaping ideas and collaborations, shares her insights on the transformative impact of the organisation, the challenges it has navigated, and the hopes for the future.
Read MoreThis year Creative Black Country is celebrating a decade of bringing communities together through arts and culture. As one of the original Creative People and Places programmes, funded by Arts Council England…
Read MoreWe caught up with Sajida Carr, Director of Operations and Development, to look back on Creative Black Country’s proudest moments, unexpected surprises, and lessons learned along the way. From international collaborations to fashion shows that sparked confidence and creativity, Sajida shares the stories that have shaped Creative Black Country’s impact.
Read MoreAs Creative Black Country celebrates 10 years of championing the arts, it felt like the perfect time to refresh the brand—keeping its legacy intact while creating a dynamic new identity for the future. Enter Lindsay Baker, the designer behind Sister Minor, whose passion for the region and eye for bold, expressive design made her the perfect fit for the job.
Read MoreCan you help us tell our story? The Creative Black Country team are looking for talented creative documenters (this includes, photographers, filmmakers, animators and illustrators, designers) to help tell our story in 2024 and 2025.
Read MoreWe're giving you a WHOLE 365 days to get your party outfit ready as Creative Black Country celebrates 10 years of co-creating with communities, artists and creatives across the Black Country!
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