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NEW HORIZONS defines the beginning of yet another new chapter. This time it’s going to be different! Continuing the epic saga through life, in this newest installment we will discover what we have learnt in the past and how we will be ‘going forward’ and doing things differently. At this crucial moment in global uncertainty this evaluation seems to have come at the right moment for The Artist.
“After the first glass you see things as you wish they were. After the second glas...s you see things as they are not. Finally, you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world.”- Oscar Wilde
'Part of your world - an investigation into adolescent fantasy though the world of retail' - London 2014 'Part of your world - an investigation into adolescent fantasy though the world of retail (24 months on)' - Belfast 2017 'Part of your world - an investigation into adolescent fantasy though the world of retail (NEW HORIZONS)' ' Belfast 2019 Installation opens at 7
Performance at 8 (duration 30 minutes approx)
Thomas' statement:
‘Artist in Belfast. Having lived across the UK, I am interested in the post-industrial persona of cities; in-particular the navigation of a queer identity through working class environments.
Performance led and site based, my practice is concerned with how everyday decisions affect the rest of your life. Slightly dramatic! The continuing drive is to look at how an individual navigates through the day to day. As the work is experience led, I respond directly to the narrative of a current environment; accommodation, relationships, financial security and legacy are all elements that underpin the anxiety of my narrative.’
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This is tomorrow! Public consultation! That means everybody can go...We would advise preparing your head and eyeballs in advance as they may be doing some serious ROLLING at the sight of their plans! Gwan- get involved, have a say!!

Unfortunately we have had to cancel our event tonight due to unforseen circumstances.
Fear not however mon petit art hearts for it will occur next month instead!
#theshowwillgoon... #nextmonth #apologiesforanyinconvenience
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New Work by Thomas Wells, Part of your world (new horizons) this Thursday as part of @latenightartartbelfast exhibition at 7, performance at 8.

For the day that's in it, here is @arraystudios @alex_cargnelli being a ridiculously cute environment activist in days gone by. If only she were taken seriously then ..! #climatestrike #climateaction #climatechange #climatechangeisreal #climatechangeart #arraystudiosbelfast

Activism and Hospitality!! Another exciting evening plotting and planning our future activities, fine tuning our manifesto (again! #itsgottobeperfect #changeseverymonth #moveswiththetimes) and of course wigs, there's always wigs. #wigs #arraystudiosbelfast #watchthisspace #watch #activism #hospitality #northernireland #madeupcountry #artiststudios #youcansitwithus

PAPPED! It's only Array's own @tomtomwells looking simply breathtaking on #internationalwomansday! #IWD2019 #nowfornorthernireland #arraystudiosbelfast #solidarity #standupandbecounted #riseup

ANNNNND we made the papers!!! #internationalwomansday #arraystudiosbelfast #IWD2019 #nowforni

The Array crew were out yesterday in solidarity for #internationalwomansday - amongst our colourful cast of characters were Mother Ireland (who demands bodily autonomy!), Busting Through The Glass Ceiling, Westminster and A Sad Cow. The always amazing @frecklescorp was resplendent in her crinoline cossie as she spoke brilliantly on behalf of Alliance for Choice. A joyous and empowering day was had by all. Vive la revolution! (Thanks again to the wonderful Oxfam Botanic Vintage for helping us out with our fantabulous outfits!) @ Belfast

Awk it's just our one woman dynamo, activist, artist, mother and general beautiful badass Emma Campbell doing an interview for Northern Narratives! Give it a read, it'll put some hope in your heart! #209women Alliance for Choice

There can only be one soundbite from last night's @thenolanshow and that has to be: "If your granny had balls, She'd be your grandad!" Out of the mouth of none other than Array Studios very own @frecklescorp, AKA Emma Campbell #PROUD #abortionrightsnai #abortionrights #northernireland #nowfornorthernireland #prochoice #imalife #proudofouremma

Working on our costumes for #internationalwomansday in the studio today!! Major thanks and appreciation to @oxfambotanic for the kind donations to our cause. Hope to see you all there on the 9th for the march. We'll also be supporting @alternativemsulster2019 in Stormont on Friday 8th March. #riseup #uppaqueers

Array shall be showing some true love and support this Valentines day by showing up at this to protest!! You should too! Power in numbers x #standupandbecounted

Here is Array Artist and all round magical maverick @tomtomwells sewing the first seeds of costume ideas for Array's presence at the International Woman's Day Rally on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 11 AM, at Writers Square, Belfast.
If you wanna prep your getup/banners/posters and march with us we'll be doing some build up events closer to the date so keep yer eyes peeled here for the deets!! #iwd #steppingoutinstyle #internationalwomansday #thenorthisnext #arraystudiosbelfast

This is happening tomorrow night and really the fact of the matter is that you all should go. It'll be great because Artist Rachael Campbell Palmer is great and she will be speaking about her art practise. Get on it!
https://www.facebook.com/events/111067021 2439887/?ti=cl

IMPORTANT BOOK LAUNCH YOU REALLY SHOULD GO TO!
You are very warmly invited to the Belfast book launch of Reimagining Global Abortion Politics, next Thursday, 31st January 2019, at the Unique Art and Design Shop, Ulster University (Belfast campus) 7-8 pm.
The event will start with drinks and light refreshments followed by a brief talk about the book by the authors Dr Fiona Bloomer, (Ulster University) Dr Claire Pierson (University of Liverpool) and Professor Sylvia Estrada Cl...audio (University of the Phillipines) (via video).
Guest speakers include: Dawn Purvis former Programme Director at Marie Stopes Northern Ireland; Kellie O’Dowd, co-chair Alliance for Choice, and artist Emma Campbell ( @arraystudios member @frecklescorp.,) who will provide insight into her work An Appropriate Hobby: Passport Butterfly Photos of Activists, an extract of which features on the front cover of the book. A sample of Emma's work will also be on display at the launch.
The event is free and open to all, but pre-registration is required. Go to: www.eventbrite.ie/e/launch-of-reimagining -global-abortion-p…
About the book
What are the contemporary issues in abortion politics globally? What factors explain variations in access to abortion between and within different countries?
This text provides a transnationally-focused, interdisciplinary analysis of trends in abortion politics using case studies from around the Global North and South.
It considers how societal influences, such as religion, nationalism and culture, impact abortion law and access. It explores the impact of international human rights norms, the increasing displacement of people due to conflict and crisis and the role of activists on law reform and access. The book concludes by considering the future of abortion politics through the more holistic lens of reproductive justice.
Utilising a unique interdisciplinary approach, this book provides a major contribution to the knowledge base on abortion politics globally. It provides an accessible, informative and engaging text for academics, policy makers and readers interested in abortion politics. #abortionrightsnai #proudofouremma
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