Art and Writing: 25-28 October 2010

The fifth artistic retreat, explored the relationship between writing and contemporary art practice. Workshops led by international artists, leading writers and critics addressed both creative and critical writing practices and their role in making, discussing and presenting artists' work. The participants were: Amy Budd, Adam Burton, Tom Durley, Rob Filby, Lawrence Leaman, Rashmi Munikempanna, Anna Reckin, Patrick Staff, Judith Stewart, Judith Waring.

The retreat was curated by 1st year work placement based RCA Inspire students. The invited speakers were: Laura Oldfield Ford (Artist), Gareth Long (Artist), Adrian Searle (Critic), Alexandre Singh (Artist), Maria Fusco (Critic, Writer) and Sally O'Reilly (Critic, Event organiser).

ESCALATOR is the pioneering talent plan from Arts Council England, East that finds, supports and invests in the best artistic talent across all artforms throughout the East of England. Escalator is establishing the East of England as the leading UK region for talent development. Since it launched in 2003, Escalator has helped over 250 artists to develop their work, forge new partnerships and reach new audiences.