(be)longing
2024 - present
From autumn 2024 - spring 2026 I have been commissioned by Bethlem Gallery as Artist Researcher in Residence to curate and deliver a public engagement programme on the theme of belonging. The programme builds upon my long-held interest in belonging, expanding into topics such as home, family, heritage and queerness. Initiated and supported by the gallery, I am first curating a series of creative workshops, panel talks and a conference, informing the works that I create in the lead up to my solo exhibition at Bethlem Gallery in the spring of 2026. This programme is supported by Maudsley Charity.
Additional funds from Arts Council England have been secured by myself to deliver workshops on family estrangement at Queercircle, provide 2 micro-commissions for early career artists exploring belonging in their work and additional events during my exhibition.
The programme will enable myself and the partner organisations:
To better understand and hear from those that struggle to feel that they belong because of issues related to race, identity, mental health, sexuality, social exclusion. The events are an opportunity for people to speak up and feel heard, using creative activities as the catalyst.
To understand what happens to us when we feel that we do not belong - how does it change us? How do we create new understandings/concepts of belonging?
To consider how we can better support those that struggle to belong - what resources are out there? What has worked for others? What knowledge can we share?
OPEN: Open Call: (be)longing Micro Commissions
As part of the (be)longing project I am providing 2 x micro-commissions to UK-based early career artists to make a piece of work exploring their own connection to the theme of belonging. The 2 selected artists will each receive £2,500 to produce the work which will be shown alongside Daniel’s work in his solo exhibition in spring 2026. Find out more here.
Deadline is 20th March 2025 at 5pm.
Upcoming Events:
Family – in conversation with artists leon clowes, Claire Sunho Lee & Daniel Regan - 21st February, 12pm - 1.30pm (virtual)
Race & Heritage - in conversation with Gaynor Tutani, Dr Chamion Caballero & Daniel Regan - 7th March, 12pm - 1.20pm (virtual)
(be)longing Conference - a full day of talks, screenings & creative workshops exploring the theme of belonging - 25th March, 10.20am - 5pm (Peckham, London)
Past Events:
Migration & Home – in conversation with artists Alaa Alsaraji, Sila Sen, Laura McDonagh & Daniel Regan (January 2024). If you would like to view the recording of this session please contact me.
Workshop with Jules Cunningham (October 2024)
Workshop with Keith Clapson (November 2024)
Workshop with Dr Ngozi Oparah (January 2025)
Reflective Journal
You can read more about the public programme as it progresses, plus my thoughts and the work that I am creating for the solo show in my reflections journal.
