26 November 2008
WelshArtNow
WelshArtNow (WAN) is a new quarterly art magazine that discusses art with a Welsh connection. WAN will ride on the crest of positive change and the sense of optimism that defines modern Wales; there would not seem a better time to launch a new and dynamic cultural arts magazine. The magazine will feature a wide range of contemporary Welsh and is also interested in the rich and varied history of Wales and its people. And as well as talking about art the magazine will showcase original art in a magazine format.
"WAN is a friendly lively read, our ambition is to 'open' up art to a much wider range of people. We believe that the key to this is quite simply the need to talk about art. WAN is a talk shop for art; many voices expressing a range of opinions. Traditionally art magazines are seen as being hard going/ inaccessible, intended only for those already familiar with the discourse of art. Why should it be that way? We would like to see people talking about art in the same way as they might of a TV programme or a piece of music."
The first issue, out now, focuses on drawing and is available from the magazine web site and at a variety of stockists including Borders Bookshops. For more information visit www.welshartnow.co.uk.