Organicarts : Mission

that the arts should be accessible to all, irrespective of age, ethnicity, ability, gender, social class or wealth;
that provision should be made for education in the arts and rural issues through distinct workshops and projects;
in the potentially transformative benefits that arise from participation in creative activities;
in providing a springboard in order to explore rural issues in creative and innovative ways;
in the acquisition of skills through professionally led projects;
that process and participation is as important as a finished project.

sustain an environment for the exploration of arts and rural issues
expand our work with local farming communities
further our links between urban and rural, to promote understanding
blend traditional crafts and skills alongside contemporary art forms
continue to provide space to exhibit work in the context in which it was made and to participate in local arts initiatives
sustain and develop established and sustainable links with educational institutions at all levels
deepen our understanding of rural issues and to continue to provide access to the farm;
further develop, extend and improve the buildings at West Town to create a centre for excellence for art, education and rural issues;
extend our engagement with the local community in tackling social exclusion
develop the diversification and regeneration or West Town Farm creating jobs for arts practitioners and local people;
develop the idea of art as a social tool through exploration and research;
promote emerging artists and new art forms;
continue to respond to needs from different sections within the wider community