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"Phylum kick off the first of (hopefully) many talks, Q&As and networking opportunities for lovers of art, environmentalism and anti-colonial activism. Emmanuella Blake Morsi and Ellie Shipman will be in person answering questions on their practices and presenting research on motherhood in climate emergencies, reparative justice in Ghana, and more."
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A event held at The Trinity Centre on Thursday 26th March. The event starts at 20:00.
Join us to discover two artists working at the forefront of environmental justice and community outreach, Emmanuella Blake Morsi and Ellie Shipman.
Phylum Vol. I features 2025 Emerging Innovator Award winner, Emmanuella Blake Morsi, an artist who has worked across the globe actively reshaping colonial frameworks, fostering meaningful connections between marginalised communities and the natural world, and platforming silenced narratives. Alongside Morsi, visual participatory artist Ellie Shipman will discuss a two-year public art project for the University of Bristol’s new Temple Quarter Enterprise, exploring how women have shaped the industrial history of East Bristol, as well as her other recent public engagement projects. (See full artist bios below)
Artist presentations will be followed by a live Q&A. The evening concludes with an opportunity to exchange ideas and make new connections. For more information, please visit www.alisonpowell.info/events.
Artist Bios:
Emmanuella Blake Morsi (she/they) is a multi-disciplinary creative, production manager and researcher. Nigerian-born and Bristol-raised, their former roles include Non-Exec Director of Rising Arts Agency, Production & Partnerships Manager of Enviral, an ethical brand communication agency and sustainability consultancy, and a member of the Bristol City Council’s Culture Board. Using research and a broad range of artistic mediums to amplify impact and innovate inclusive storytelling around climate, they have led grassroots and large-scale creative activations across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, North and Latin America.
www.emmablakemorsi.co.uk
@emmanuella.morsi
Ellie Shipman (she / her) is a visual and participatory artist based at Bricks, Bristol. Ellie’s practice explores the complexities of m/otherhood, hidden labour in industrial and domestic settings, and existential concerns surrounding climate collapse - framed through curiosity and playfulness. Informed by her background in community development, gallery education and public engagement, Ellie’s multidisciplinary approach to social practice spans public art, textiles, sculpture, and collage. Ellie holds a BA in Fine Art from Chelsea College of Art (2008 - 2011) and an MSc in Sustainable Development in Practice from UWE (2015 - 2016).
www.eleanorshipman.com
@ellieshipman
About Phylum:
Phylum Artist Talks presents artists and designers working at the intersection of ecology, sustainability and social practice. Creatives today play a vital role in bridging the gap between research and positive action. Taking place in Bristol, our programme brings together established and emerging artists to share future-facing projects and explore the most pressing issues of our time.
Submissions:
Phylum is dedicated to including perspectives from as many diverse voices as possible. To register your interest in participating in a future talk, please email us: [email protected].
Sign up for our newsletter to stay in touch: https://www.alisonpowell.info/contact
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
Phylum Vol. I features 2025 Emerging Innovator Award winner, Emmanuella Blake Morsi, an artist who has worked across the globe actively reshaping colonial frameworks, fostering meaningful connections between marginalised communities and the natural world, and platforming silenced narratives. Alongside Morsi, visual participatory artist Ellie Shipman will discuss a two-year public art project for the University of Bristol’s new Temple Quarter Enterprise, exploring how women have shaped the industrial history of East Bristol, as well as her other recent public engagement projects. (See full artist bios below)
Artist presentations will be followed by a live Q&A. The evening concludes with an opportunity to exchange ideas and make new connections. For more information, please visit www.alisonpowell.info/events.
Artist Bios:
Emmanuella Blake Morsi (she/they) is a multi-disciplinary creative, production manager and researcher. Nigerian-born and Bristol-raised, their former roles include Non-Exec Director of Rising Arts Agency, Production & Partnerships Manager of Enviral, an ethical brand communication agency and sustainability consultancy, and a member of the Bristol City Council’s Culture Board. Using research and a broad range of artistic mediums to amplify impact and innovate inclusive storytelling around climate, they have led grassroots and large-scale creative activations across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, North and Latin America.
www.emmablakemorsi.co.uk
@emmanuella.morsi
Ellie Shipman (she / her) is a visual and participatory artist based at Bricks, Bristol. Ellie’s practice explores the complexities of m/otherhood, hidden labour in industrial and domestic settings, and existential concerns surrounding climate collapse - framed through curiosity and playfulness. Informed by her background in community development, gallery education and public engagement, Ellie’s multidisciplinary approach to social practice spans public art, textiles, sculpture, and collage. Ellie holds a BA in Fine Art from Chelsea College of Art (2008 - 2011) and an MSc in Sustainable Development in Practice from UWE (2015 - 2016).
www.eleanorshipman.com
@ellieshipman
About Phylum:
Phylum Artist Talks presents artists and designers working at the intersection of ecology, sustainability and social practice. Creatives today play a vital role in bridging the gap between research and positive action. Taking place in Bristol, our programme brings together established and emerging artists to share future-facing projects and explore the most pressing issues of our time.
Submissions:
Phylum is dedicated to including perspectives from as many diverse voices as possible. To register your interest in participating in a future talk, please email us: [email protected].
Sign up for our newsletter to stay in touch: https://www.alisonpowell.info/contact
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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