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OMG waterwheel filming heaven at Wheal Martyn for #loopstaustell! sampling the wheel sound for @michmorleymusic pic.twitter.com/OLNpKFGUIf

— Joanna Mayes (@JoannaMayes101) November 18, 2014
Loop the Loop St Austell happened on
27-29th November 2014 Thursday, Friday (10am - 5.00pm), Saturday morning (10am - 1pm)

A project between artist/filmmaker Joanna Mayes, Cornwall Libraries and a number of South West artists. This three day programme gives you the chance to explore your local library through film, music and performance. During the process, Joanna will documenting occurrences using 16mm film and there will be a chance to explore books from the Cornwall Libraries Art Collection.

Timetabled Events at St Austell Library: 

Joanna Mayes 
Water Wonders
Date: Thurs 27 / Fri 28 / Sat 29 November
Time: Thurs/Fri: 10am – 5pm
Sat: 10.00am – 1pm
Cost: FREE


Artist/filmmaker Joanna Mayes researched local heritage sites including Menacuddle Well, Carn Grey granite quarry and Carglaze Pit. Along the way she took standard 8mm and 16mm film. Joanna will be hand processing some of the film in the library, using instant coffee, washing soda, vitamin C and salt (caffenol). If you are interested in eco-processing of moving image or stills, or getting a glimpse into the world of the contemporary artist/filmmaker come in and chat to Joanna about her work. There will also be recipe sheets and tips on how to turn your kitchen into an eco-processing centre with no nasty chemicals.

mayescreative.com in association with  Cinestar.org.uk

Jo Salter
Adventurous Drawing

Date: Thurs 27 / Fri 28 / Sat 29 November
Time: Thurs/Fri: 10am – 5pm
Sat: 10.00am – 1pm
Cost: FREE

Jo Salter, a Lostwithiel-based artist, invites library visitors to join him at his Doodle Desk  – no skill required, all materials free!  

Taking inspiration from library books, drop in, grab some paper and a pen, and head to the Doodle Desk. This is a chance to try out the methods used by artists to disorientate themselves and 'free up' their drawing. Jo will encourage you to lose your drawing inhibitions in this fun and surprising event. Suitable for all ages.
JoSalter.org.uk
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Michelson Morley
The Temporary Ambient Ukulele Orchestra of St Austell (!)

Date: Friday 28 November
Workshop time: 1pm - 5pm Open rehearsal
Talk and Performance time: 5.30pm
Cost: FREE

TO BOOK A UKELE FOR THIS EVENT PLEASE PHONE 0300 1234 111 and ask for St Austell Library or email libraries@cornwall.gov.uk

Could you be part of a temporary ukulele group? Only enthusiasm required…

Members of experimental jazz group Michelson Morley (Jake McMurchie of Get The Blessing on saxophone / Mark Whitlam on drums and electronics) will be working with local ukulele group SOUP, and anyone else who would like to join them, to develop an ambient soundtrack for St Austell library.

Jake and Mark will take inspiration from music held in the library’s Performing Arts Collection as well as the (now hidden) Carclaze Mine underwater canal, using St Austell library’s own set of ukuleles… or bring your own!

Alternatively, if taking part doesn’t appeal, please join us for the talk and performance (with live visuals from Joanna Mayes).

Michelson Morley
Ambient Adventures

Date: Saturday 29 November
Time: 10-1 Open rehearsal
Cost: FREE

Michelson Morley musicians invite you to join them as they develop the ambient soundtrack made with Loop the Loop’s temporary Ukulele Orchestra of St Austell. If you play an instrument, feel free to bring it and contribute to the creation of a piece of work.

michelsonmorley.com in association with St Austell Jazz www.restormelarts.co.uk

Loop the loop is a series of events inspired by books, research and local heritage. 

Loop the Loop….
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