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John Paul Evan’s Till Death do us Part is showing at The RAMM

EXHIBITION & ART WORKSHOPS Until 15 February CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE SHOW Expect sleep gliding elegant forms, organic textured vessels and highly technical pieces. Quay Side Fine Art Gallery, Haven Road, Quay;___Y]Iy[iLeÅneIrtKo]S

Until 22 Feb TREE OF LIFE AND OPEN HEAVENS EXHIBITION Bible stories are brought to life here as you discover the story of the Tree of Life – as opposed to the one we hear more about, that forbidden fruit from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil– through a three panel exhibition of beautifully vivid textiles. Exeter Cathedral,1 The Cloisters, Exeter; ___e`eterKItPeLrITorO]S

Until 25 February SOUTH WEST ACADEMY EXHIBITION Established names such as Prof. Alan Cotton, FRSA together with new academicians including Martin Proctor and Laurel Keeley bring together a new body of work focusing on paintings, photographs, prints and ceramics. Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell Street, 0oniton# ___tPeTUIP]TJertKoU

Until 19 April BRIAN RICE: 60 YEARS OF PAINTINGS AND PRINTS A celebration of the abstract work of the distinguished West Country artist Brian Rice. Work includes his vibrant multi-form painting Green Cross, from his formative 1960’s London period, Dowth, with its European rock art influence and later work 0orton :oKS, with its lyrical and mischievous twirling lines. Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, Queen Street, Exeter; ___rIUU][e]UorO]S

Until 17 May A DIFFERENT STORY: AN EXHIBITION OF PHOTOGRAPHS Standing the traditional norms of society on its head, John Paul Evans’s photographs of himself and his partner 8eter offer a wry take on traditional family portraiture and gender relations, while paying an affectionate

26 I EXETER LIVING I www.mediaclash.co.uk tribute to their enduring relationship. Touching. See page six for more. Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, Queen Street, Exeter; ___rIUU][e]UorO]S

22 February – 23 May ARTIST ROOMS RICHARD LONG BEING IN THE MOMENT 7ne of the most influential artists of the second half of the 20th century – no-one else, after all, has ever been short-listed for the Turner Prize four times – sculptor Richard Long would walk the remote landscapes of the world, taking pictures, making maps, and returning to make large pieces based on them. Thelma Hulbert Gallery in Honiton; ___tPeTUIP]JertKoU

ABOVE: Trojan Horse is being performed at Exeter Northcott Theatre; BELOW: Alys Fowler is chatting all things green at Lympstone Village Hall

5 – 7 March SPACE LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW Travel out of this world and walk among the stars as the interior of the +athedral will be filled with a dramatic light and sound show. Produced by artistic collaboration Luxmuralis, the Cathedral’s architecture will become an evolving galaxy as light and music fill the ancient spaces, taking visitors on a journey through multiple light and sound installations. Exeter Cathedral, Exeter Cathedral, 1 The Cloisters, Exeter; www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk

THEATRE COMEDY & DANCE 19 February TROJAN HORSE Adapted from the real-life testimonies of those at the heart of the UK Government’s inquiry, this production brings to life what really happened when ‘hardline’ Muslim teachers and governors were accused of plotting extremism in Birmingham schools. Trojan Horse is the story of a community torn apart by racial division, ‘British values’ and the culture of Prevent. 7.30pm, Exeter Northcott Theatre, Stocker Road, Exeter; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk 25/26 February NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD™ - REMIX In 1968, Night of the Living Dead started out as a low-budget independent horror movie telling the story of seven strangers taking refuge from flesh eating ghouls in an isolated farmhouse.

This February, expect a unique shot-for-shot stage recreation of George A. Romero’s classic 1968 zombie movie – for today’s theatre audiences. Exeter Northcott Theatre, Stocker Road, Exeter; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

1 March PHIL WANG: PHILLY PHILLY WANG WANG TV’s deadpan but silly comedian Phil Wang explores sex, romance, politics, and his mixed BritishMalaysian heritage. In this show he chats morality and the modern sense of self. 8.15pm, Corn Exchange, Market Street, Exeter; www.exetercornexchange.co.uk

MUSIC & OPERA 27 February KATHRYN ROBERTS & SEAN LAKEMAN Twice winners of ‘Best Duo’ BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2016, and 2013, Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman have long established themselves as one of the UK Folk scene’s most rewardingly enduring partnerships. <his ,artmoor-based duo have finetuned their art into something original, captivating and totally engaging. 8pm, Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter; www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

27 February THE ROY ORBISON STORY Expect the whole back catalogue of crooning classics, plus the belters from supergroup The Travelling Wilburys – all from the gifted Barry Steele and his friendly bunch of musicians and singers. 7.30pm, Corn Exchange, Market Street, Exeter; www.exetercornexchange.co.uk

6 March BSO: HOLLYWOOD HEAD TO HEAD Love music for the movies? Last year’s sold-out sensation is back with more classic soundtracks from the two greatest film composers alive today – Hans Zimmer and John Williams. As well as returning

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ABOVE: Duo Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman will be making music at Exeter Phoenix; TOP RIGHT: Richard Long’s pieces will be exhibiting at Thelma Hulbert Gallery

favourites, the evening features music from Inception, Angels & Demons, Jurassic Park, Star Wars, Batman Begins and many others. 7.30pm, University of Exeter Great Hall, Stocker Road, Exeter, www.event.exeter.ac.uk

OTHER EVENTS Until 14 March QUAY WORDS WINTER A second season of events celebrating words and stories, with loads of readings, workshops and courses. Custom House Visitor Centre, 46 The Quay; www.exetercustomhouse.org.uk

26 February MORE THAN STORIES The title alludes, not only to the ‘realness’ of stories, but also to both the wider realm a story might sit in and the instability of methods of historical retellings and recreations. Composed of three parts and made over 12 years, that film features the unstable tale and journey through biographies, novels, films, archives, interviews – all displaying the haunted memories of Jewish life embedded in stories passed down to artist Anya Lewin by her father. 7pm, Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter; www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

7 March ALYS FOWLER TALK The Lamp-post Garden Club is running a special spring talk for the greenfingered among you. Hosted by none other than wellknown expert gardener, writer and TV presenter, Alys Fowler, expect loads of helpful tips on how to grow and process herbs for wellbeing. Expect afternoon tea and homemade cakes. 2.30pm, Lympstone Village Hall EX8 5JY. Book by emailing suki.commin@ googlemail.com ■

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LIBRARY LIFE EMILY MACAULAY shares the latest from Exeter Library

In February we held the first of our Library Lates events, complementing the similar RAMM Lates events that our friends at the museum hold. The evening – “a space you know, in a way you don’t” included live music, storytelling, a silent disco, bar and sneak peak behind-the-scenes. Our next Library Lates is on 3 April and the theme is “Women Writes”. The exact programme is to be confirmed but there will definitely be some live music. Keep an eye on our social media for when tickets become available.

Also in April we will see the launch of our “Unfinished Business: The Fight For Women’s Rights” exhibition. This exhibition will link to the large exhibition that the British Library is holding, of the same name. This partnership is made possible by the Living Knowledge Network relationship that we have with the British Library meaning we get their national support for local events. In addition to their exhibition panels which will be available to view throughout library opening hours we will displaying a range of books from our special collections on the topic of women’s rights. And if Special Collections and old books float your boat, tickets are now on sale for our next “White Glove” event.Taking place on 24 April at 10am and 11am this is an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of our rarer books that are not generally available for public use and to hear a little more about the books themselves.Tickets cost £7.50 per person and can be purchased on Eventbrite – just search for ‘Exeter Library White Glove’. www.librariesunlimited.org.uk

Good times and a lot of mud at The Bear Trail

HALF TERM EVENTS 15 Feb – 23 Feb THE BEAR TRAIL: MIGHTY MUDDER 2020 Are you tough enough to brave the elements and tackle The Bear Trail? Grab your wellies, wrap up warm and get outside in the fresh air – expect 30 obstacles to climb, slip, slide, run, skip, zip, tumble and swing on – not forgetting the famous bagjump “The Grizzly”, of course. Westcott, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 1SA; www.thebeartrail.co.uk

15 Feb – 23 Feb SOUTH DEVON RAILWAY Ride the South Devon Railway and visit the Totnes Rare Breeds Farm and Dartmoor otters and Buckfast butterflies. The Station, Dartbridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon; www.southdevonrailway.co.uk

17 Feb – 21 Feb HAVEN BANKS OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE One day and week long activity courses and sessions for 5-8 and 8-14 year olds. Courses and activity sessions include: kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, and powerfan descents, caving and artificial caving, improvised raft-building, mountain biking, archery, orienteering, teambuilding, bush craft skills and bell-boating. Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre, Haven Road, Exeter; www.haven-banks.co.uk

18 Feb - 21 Feb ROYAL ALBERT MEMORIAL MUSEUM: DISCOVER ARTS AWARD WEEK Choose to join in for one day, or book onto all four sessions to have a go at lots of different art activities, from printmaking to painting.

The artists will lead you on an exploration of RAMM’s fantastic and fascinating objects, then re-imagine them using your new found creative skills. Suitable for young creatives aged 8-12. Price includes your Discover Arts Award certificate Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Queen Street, Exeter; www.rammuseum.org.uk

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Emily is all about the bright colours

EMILY SMITH The Devon-based artist designs pieces that make people smile, whether it’s her cheeky sloths or the dotty-looking ostriches. We caught up with Emily ahead of her pop up shop in Exeter to chat about her cheeky creatures

Emily¼s homeware pieces are all adorned with lively, mischievous animals. Painting these animals is what she loves to do – but it’s also a pretty smart choice, for she has tapped into the nation¼s insatiable appetite for animal-themed designs, furnishings and accessories. Emily specialises in the exotic kind – birds, jungle cats and the like · all in life-aٻrming bright colours.

Tell us a bit about your background... I had studied art at school and college and always loved to paint, but didn¼t pursue it any further. I then went onto become a swimming instructorpersonal trainer for many years.

What drew you to painting? It all started when I painted a picture for my son’s bedroom. After searching the web for art I decided to paint my own, completely on a whim. ) friend encouraged me to post the painting on social media and so Emily Smith was born!

Your homeware collections feature an array of animals – and they’ve all got names! Where do the names come from? The names are all a mixture, Camilla Ostrich is after the Love Island favourite Camilla Thurlow! Each name has been chosen to reflect the character of the animal, a bit like naming your baby once they have appeared, they just fit. 5iss sloth was definitely a Stella!

CLOCKWISE: Emily’s homeware collection is coming to Exeter this March

There is something optimistic and witty about your animals, especially the ostriches. Is this deliberate? The focus of my characters is very much in the eyes, portraying a cheeky and deliberate humorous vibe, a collection to make a person smile. I have designed my products to all stand out, using my love of colour I have created a variety of jungle fun.

“Camilla Ostrich is named after the Love Island favourite Camilla Thurlow”

Where do you get your ideas for your work from? I have always been creative and love putting things together. When I was younger, every couple of months I would rearrange the furniture in my bedroom, I have a habit of redecorating often and I simply love it. <o pinpoint one inspiration is diٻcult.... colour, my children’s imaginations, the country life, everything, anything pretty inspires me.

When you’re working do you listen to music, and if so what? Every time I paint, music is a must! It helps to

motivate. My favourite is a bit of Ed Sheeran, and Bruno Mars.

Tell us about your daily working routine… My daily life/work routine begins with the dreaded school run and then straight back to the oٻce to process orders, catch up on emails etc. We try to have a little meeting on a Monday morning to set our goals and plan for the week ahead. I set aside a couple of days in the week to concentrate on new designs, and paint.

What do you make of the local art scene? I love to shop local, and always admire the craft and art here in Devon. Exeter has some independent shops, one of my favourites is 0yde  Seek. <hey stock our products and also )rtenex in <opsham.

I used to exhibit at many of the local shows, including Devon County Show and Magdalen Road Christmas Market, this is how I began selling my art and wares.

What’s in the pipeline – any more collections? ?e have lots planned for the future, including new product lines and most importantly more colour and more animals! ■

Emily will be selling her pieces at a pop-up shop at John Lewis & Partners in Exeter from 2 -8 March; www.emily-smith.uk

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Sizes 2 (35) to 8 (41) available and various fittings Smart, casual and occasion shoes. Large selection of HB loafers. Lisa Kay, Cefalu, Caprice, Van Dal, Brenda Zaro and Paula Urban. Mostly hand made Spanish and Italian shoes and boots, and much much more.