Welcome to the Autumn edition where we FOCUS upon people.

This issue features a whole host of creatives from around the region, working in different areas, mediums, and practices. It’s been a joy to spend time speaking to these wonderful creatives, to visit their places of work, and to see the fruits of their labour.

On one of the warmest and sunniest days this summer, Maggie Broadley and I had the pleasure of visiting Gracefield Arts Centre where we spoke to Dawn Henderby who generously shared her passion for contemporary art and told us about her role. And I met Simon Hart, the recently appointed CEO of D&G Arts Festival. Nic Coombey has been doing creative things with plastic. We also feature Hope London and have a glimpse into her world of art music and activism. We meet emerging visual artist, Rhiannon Mudaliar who grew up in Sanquhar and now splits her time between D&G and Dundee. Hagen Patterson gives us a glimpse of the region’s vibrant music scene in D&G and shares his passion for music, and his work for DMC. And there’s more!

Grab a cuppa and dive in to meet the creative people who are members of DG Unlimited. We hope their stories and creativity inspire you and give you a glimpse into the wonderful things happening in this region.

FOCUS on Curators - Dawn Henderby Gracefield Arts Centre.................................p4

FEATURING - Hope London performer, mentor......................................p10

FOCUS on LeadersCEO of D&G Arts Festival.........................p12

INTRODUCINGArtist, Filmmaker, and Poet.......................p14

FOCUS on MusicDMC..........................................................p20

FOCUS on Sustainable CreativitySolway Firth Partnership

FOCUS on Sustainable CreativityThe Old Mill Gallery

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Tabi’s Recommended Reads books for creative minds and bookshelves..............................................p33

FOCUS on Health and WellbeingSolstice at Crawick Multiverse

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