Dorset Visual Arts is pleased to announce the appointment of three new trustees to their board. All three trustees bring with them a wealth of experience, knowledge and expertise and will support the existing board to manage Dorset Visual Arts and its activity.
Sharon James is an Artist and Curator with vast experience across the creative industries who champions representation in the arts. Her own practice explores personal and collective histories, with a focus on motherhood, heritage, and the Black British experience. She shares “I’m really pleased to have been appointed as a new trustee for DVA. I hope to help develop and strengthen the organisation. Representation matters deeply to me, and I want to use this role to advocate for global majority artists across Dorset, ensuring that all artists feel seen, supported, and valued.”
Vicky Müenzer-Jones is an Artist, Designer and Solicitor who recently left her legal career to pursue art full time. She shares “I am delighted to be joining the DVA board. After building a second life in the arts here in Dorset, I have seen first-hand how much talent and energy there is in this community. I hope to use my experience to support the organisation as it grows and reaches more people across the county. I am looking forward to working with the team and contributing wherever I can”
Laura Vent is a Creative Director and Freelance Producer and Founder of Source Material Studio who works across visual culture, research, and publishing, collaborating with international brands and organisations. She shares “I am very happy to be joining the DVA board. My work is driven by a belief in the vital role artists play in shaping culture, and I am excited to support DVA and the communities it serves.”
Sharon, Vicky, and Laura join Dorset Visual Arts’ seven existing trustees who are all arts and culture professionals.
Paul Newman, Dorset Visual Arts’ Creative Director says “We are thrilled to be working with our new trustees and know they will be valuable additions to our board. Their passion and different perspectives will help strengthen our governance and support the vital work our board does to support our charitable aims.”