Wednesday 14 January 2009
The work for 501 has been going through some interesting times, I agreed my work plan with Yan Yan and we explored and discussed many things to help develop the expansion and success of the organisation. The last week there were a few challenges and items to be sorted out, disagreements and being aware of the local politics. Some important meetings took place, with the British Council to discuss 501's structure and suggestions for marketing, to the main committee meeting at 501. Working in China is definately a different cultural experience, as things are done more flexibly and with a feeling of less structure then the UK. However, things always work out.
Highlights this week has been discussing openly with all parties and using my leadership skills to manage new situations. I was inspired by visiting as many artists studios and spending more time with them. From talking in more depth about their values, living in China, to going to Tea Houses and Sichuan Hot pot socially. I am starting to feel very much at home and although my mandarin is limited the people are welcoming and warm, offering hostpitality and good company. Artists are beavering away and continue to believe in their work, they have large studio spaces. There is great potential to do projects with the west and I hope that my time here is about planting those footprints to leave a legacy. Enjoy the pictures.
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