The first of three exhibitions from the Nothing ‘is’ Immediate project finally opened at Artspace Portsmouth, following a six-month delay due to Covid-19 restrictions.

The two-person show, a collaboration between myself (Tony Spencer) and Kate Street, explores the relationship between the elements of Fire and Water. We drew on the tangible and sacred geometric qualities of these elements to create a synergetic installation. Visitors activate therapeutic sounds as they move through the space, making each experience unique.

We held a soft opening on Friday 23 October 2020. The event attracted attendees from Portsmouth and beyond, including artists and arts professionals who had not visited a gallery since the March 2020 lockdown. Everyone appreciated the opportunity to reconnect with art in person.

On Sunday 25 October, I teamed up with Samantha Britton from Sirenity Sound for the Soul to deliver an online Sound Bath. We streamed it live from the gallery, reaching audiences across the UK via Zoom.

Audience feedback:

• Jacqui: “Thank you so much Tony and Sam, it was lovely and I feel very peaceful x”
• Janet: “Wonderful, deep, mysterious sounds”
• Dhal: “Thank you both, really enjoyed it this evening. x”
• “Just fab -)”

Artspace Portsmouth
27 Brougham Rd, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 4PA
Phone: 02392 874523 | Email: info@artspace.co.uk

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Nothing ‘is’ Immediate receives public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England.