BIOGRAPHY

Victoria Redgrave was born 1973 in Coventry. She lives with her family and works in the immediate and surrounding areas.

Education:

Gained professional qualifications in Kinesiology & KaiAmea Therapy with 10 years experience as a practitioner and trainer.

Studied Foundation in Art & Design and BA Art & Craft Studies at Coventry University
Currently studying BA (Hons) Fine Art at Solihull College

Statement:

Victoria’s work is influenced by her experience working with individuals moving through emotional & psychological issues, modern spirituality, and her personal & spiritual development. Using creativity, she delivers workshops that aim to ‘make a difference’ to individuals and within the community. Her artwork is bright, bold and inspiring. Through her artwork she aims to demonstrate / encourage personal development, and new ways of looking at health, emotional & community issues.

Projects & Residencies:

2009

‘One Small Thing’ –Community Cohesion Workshop Spon End, Coventry for NW Neighbourhood Management (Coventry City Council)

Hopes & Dreams – 5 workshops, Hillfields, Coventry for KairosWWT

2008

Hope – 12 month community arts project, Hillfields & Coundon, Coventry, A Namaha Project

Women in Europe – Europe outreach project workshop in Spon End, Coventry for Community Development Foundation, London

2007

Kindness – Community Cohesion Workshop, Naul’s Mill Park Festival, Coundon, Coventry for NW Neighbourhood Management (Coventry City Council)

Who am I? – Series of 4 workshops for foundation & KS1 children at Kenderdine Montessori School, Coventry

Exhibitions:

2009

Hope (solo) – Holyhead Road United Reform Church, Coventry

2008

Women in Europe (CDF Europe Event) – The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry

2006

Reality (solo) – The Glassbox, Coventry

1993

Holmfirth Art Week (selected) – Holmfirth Town Hall, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire

Open Exhibition (selected) – Pascade Gallery, Coventry

Media:

2009

Live Aura Drawing - Mark Powlett Afternoon Show, BBC Coventry & Warwickshire Radio

2008

Hope Community Arts Project - Trish Addudu Faith Sunday Morning Program, BBC Coventry & Warwickshire

Previous Sponsors/Supporters:

BBC Coventry & Warwickshire Radio, Coventry City Council, North West Community Management Team, Holyhead Rd United Reform Church, Dr.Rev.Peter Stevenson, Freecycle Individuals, Francis & Gaye Jewellers, The Works Bookshop, Wilkinson’s