Blog - Learning Disability
Dream Job: Working with Matthew Hellett
August 8, 2019 - by Sandra AllandListen to this article: I regularly scan the internet for disabled and D/deaf films – and make lists for next time I'm lucky enough to be a programmer. In 2016, I was thrilled to come across Matthew Hellett's 'Mrs Sparkle'. It's unusual to find disabled LGBTQI+ films, especially ones with excitingly ...
Oska Bright and Europe
May 3, 2019 - by Oska BrightOska Bright’s international reach and influence has seen a shift away from Australia and Canada towards Europe over the past year. Whether this is a coincidence or a reflection of the geo-political zeitgeist is anyone’s guess. But it is a timely and necessary convergence of thinking, ideas and determination that ...
Changes
April 15, 2019 - by Bryony ParsonsI apologise for not writing a poem for a long time. I've recently been poorly, but I think I have my writing muse back. I hope you all enjoy this poem. I remember when I couldn't socialise, A few years down the line, Things have changed, It now takes a lot too keep me ...
“We’re here, we’re visible” by Matthew Kennedy
March 18, 2019 - by Oska BrightHi, I’m Matthew Kennedy, an artist/filmmaker from Glasgow, Scotland. I’m pleased to be writing my first blog post for Disability Arts Online about how Oska Bright Film Festival has given me a platform as a queer learning disabled filmmaker and how I’ve come to appreciate and love what the film ...
It was hard to say goodbye
February 25, 2019 - by Bryony ParsonsTrigger warnings: Death. Not my best poem, but these furry best friends do know how to leave a hole in our hearts. Rest in Peace, Morgan! You were my furry best friend, We had a strong bond, you and I, We were like two peas in a pod, So it was very hard to say ...
Ten Years of Disabled- and Skint-Led Queer & Trans Art in Scotland: An alternative LGBTQI+ History
February 22, 2019 - by Sandra AllandTen years ago today, on 22nd February, 2009, I was part of the first ever Cachín Cachán Cachunga! As long-time curator of CCC's cabarets, art exhibitions and community events, I want to share a brief-ish history of the many milestones this anniversary celebrates. I'll also explain why ...
Oska Bright Film Festival is open for submissions
February 7, 2019 - by Oska BrightOska Bright Film Festival, the world’s leading learning disability film festival, is open for submissions for its 2019 festival. I'm Matthew Hellett, the Lead Programmer, and I want you to submit your films! It's so easy, and we're really approachable. We are looking for films that are made by, or feature ...
Has spring finally arrived?
February 4, 2019 - by Bryony ParsonsHas spring finally arrived? The snow is melting, The sun is shining, and the birds are nesting. Has spring finally arrived? People are starting to smile, Flowers are beginning to thrive, Children are starting to play outside. Has spring finally arrived? Farmers are lambing, Dark nights are becoming lighter, People are mowing their lawns, Has Spring finally arrived? Days are becoming dryer, Valentines and ...
PERSPECTIVES | Final Exhibition at Manchester One
January 28, 2019 - by Venture ArtsLearning disabled artists present their final exhibition in the Perspectives series in the heart of Manchester city centre- supported by Bruntwood - 29 January – 6 February 2019 City centre Bruntwood space - Manchester One, will host the final exhibition to complete the PERSPECTIVES series – a variety of exhibitions, happenings and creative exchanges ...
You Feel
January 18, 2019 - by Bryony ParsonsNote: Do you suffer from Anxiety? I do. I struggle with these symptoms and sometimes it takes a while to get over them, as anything can set off an anxiety attack. But please don't worry, you are not alone. You feel your body freeze, You feel your mouth go dry, You feel like ...