The Rocket Artist Group was established in 2002 and is funded by Arts Council England, South East and based at Phoenix Artists Studios in Brighton. Learning disabled artists from the Rocket Artist group make artwork alongside students from the University of Brighton.
Rocket Artists have exhibited at galleries including Tate Modern, Pallant House, Phoenix Gallery. Rocket Artists have collaborated with other artists including Corali Dance and more recently Louella Forrest, Rocket Artist and Alice Fox have performed VJ sets for punk band Heavy Load.
As well as making art, Rocket Artists demonstrate their practice through workshops. Rockets have worked with schools and early years settings, Occupational Health students, inclusive festivals and open studios.
Find out more about the Rocket Artists visit the website or contact Ella Ritchie.
Tel: 01273 643059 Email:e.ritchie@brighton.ac.uk
