Caroline and Stacey have a number of days scheduled at Greenbrae Steading in Hopeman in which we hope to connect with local creatives.  These days provide 1-hour time slots that can be booked by anybody, for anything.  ​

This informal opportunity can be used however you choose. It might be you’d like to talk over an ambition you have, such as getting a community project off the ground or selling work. Alternatively, we can explore advice relating to funding applications, structuring your offer and/or sharing more about what’s going on locally.   Aside from this, if you simply want to connect with others working in the arts sector and want to widen your network, it would be great to meet you and hear more about your practice.

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Book your day/time via Calendly.

*Open for applications in November 2024*

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MADE for Moving Forward is a programme for creative individuals that identify with being experienced in their field whilst also finding themselves at a transition point in terms of their practice, direction or focus.

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In partnership with Ellipsis Coaching, this 7-month programme offers 1-1 and group coaching sessions, with and for likeminded individuals.

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More information can be found here and you can also see/hear more from those that took part in a similar pilot programme in 2022 here.

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Supported through funding from Creative Scotland's Open Fund.

*7.30pm Friday 13th December 2024 @ the Seaforth Club*

We recognise that working on your tod as a creative, without an 'official team', means you can sometimes miss out on the perks of a salaried job, including a Christmas party - so this is M:ADE's attempt to provide an opportunity for likeminded folks to get together socially over the festive season.

You don't have to have worked with us before - we would love to see faces old and new...

Those that have taken part in M:ADE projects/activities before, and general supporters of our work - including partners, collaborators, parents and peers, are more than welcome too.  Tickets are charged at a small rate to cover the costs of the event.  Limited tickets, so booking is essential.

*Open for applications from January 2025*

MADE for YOU is a new creative bursary scheme for artists and practitioners living in Moray, that gives an opportunity to secure between £500 and £1500 for individual creative development. These awards are facilitated by MADE in our commitment to supporting creative and cultural individuals in the region. The bursaries are open to individuals that identify as creatives, artists, makers and/or practitioners who can demonstrate a commitment to developing their practice.

More information and application guidance can be found here.
 

Supported through funding from Creative Scotland's Open Fund.

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*2.30-5pm Friday 28th February 2025 @ Elgin Yoga Centre*

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Something that has been identified out of our Cuppa & Chat days is a lack of opportunity for local creatives to engage in a critical dialogue about their work - both in progress and complete.

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We also recognise that this format can be tainted by variable 'art-school' experiences and that in fact, the need and want to talk about and explore our work isn't limited to the visual arts.

MADE are providing a space and opportunity for those working across disciplines to come together for this constructive chat - you set the direction by asking for the specific feedback you'd like to receive.  Space limited so booking is essential. 

M:ADE is always seeking new members to join our board. This is a voluntary position that requires a passion for community development and the local area of Moray.

Attendance at quarterly meetings is necessary, face to face if possible (usually on a Sunday afternoon with lunch!).   This roles involves advising on strategy, fundraising, operations and development of the organisation as well as commenting on and provoking discussion around issues from governance to programming.  

We are particularly keen to engage those with experience across business development, finance and legal. Expressions of interest can be sent via email at any time, with an attached CV: 

stacey@morayartsdevelopmentengagement.org

We know from experience how hard it can be to gain experience in the creative industries.  Please get in touch if we can help you in anyway.

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This year, for the first time, we have our own Mentee, student Archie Gee from Elgin Academy.  Archie is being mentored by MADE for a year and fulfilled a paid internship with our friends at Out of the Darkness Theatre Company in the Summer, thanks to the Career Ready Programme.

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MADE are committed to supporting local interest and talent, so if you are an individual, organisation or initiative that thinks we can support you - let us know.

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Stacey Toner, Creative Director of M:ADE, is an accredited LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® (LSP) Facilitator, trained by Michael Fearne, author of 'The LSP Method'.  Based on a set of fundamental beliefs about leadership and organisational running, the LSP Method allows people to be part of 'big' conversations and take ownership of ideas through workshops focused on team building, visioning, solving problems and/or strategic planning.  This approach to workshopping enables teams to 'lean in' to discussions, which results in more meaningful engagement, active participation/sharing, and strengthened peer dynamics.  Sessions are based on the concept of 'hand knowledge', where 'doing' helps facilitate thinking and communication.  If you think this approach could be of use to your group or organisation, please email an outline of your needs and we will get back to you about how we might be able to help.

M:ADE is always open to collaboration with artists, community groups, education, organisations and businesses where our core values align.

If you would like to explore what this might look like, please just drop us a line to discuss.  This might take the form of:

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- Partnership projects

- Project facilitation

- Individual support i.e. funding applications

- Research

- Consultation

- Networking

- Conferences and events

- Signposting

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