September 2023
Roxsmith awarded a developing creative practice grant from Art Council England.
Roxanne’s award focused on three key areas. Firstly, it explored access to a suitable studio space that enabled her to revisit and develop work over time, supporting a more sustained creative process.
Secondly, it guided engagement with the wider art world and strengthen her practice. Then Roxsmith took this experience and worked alongside an experienced artist—particularly an emerging Black female artist was identified for this role to support Roxsmith own identity as a balck woman. This supported Roxsmiths deepen of her learning, confidence, and critical reflection.
Finally, Roxsmith collaborated with an arts devleopment worker from Art Riot Collective who provided valuable guidance and help expand her creative skills in an accessible and inclusive way adapting processes and the environment.
This grant gave Roxsmith the foundation of her practice which she contonues to grow, helping establish her identity as an artist.
