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Interview with Rachel of Epic Arts

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i-genius: What is Epic Arts?
Rachel:
Epic Arts is a small disability arts charity. We reach out to those with moderate to severe physical and learning disabilities, of all ages and backgrounds, through workshops in visual arts, dance, music and drama. EPiC Arts works with the philosophy that Every Person Counts (EPiC)

i-genius: Why is Epic Arts important?
Rachel:
Our projects celebrate the creative potential of those with whom we work, by offering new skills and giving each participant an outlet for their creative expression.
Our motto is:
‘See ability not disability.’

i-genius: What has been your biggest challenge to date? Rachel: Core funding

i-genius: What is the future of Epic Arts?
Rachel:
We are in the process of expanding our work in the UK and next year we are hoping to set up an office in Shanghai, China.

i-genius: What book are you reading now?
Rachel:
Ghostwritten by David Mitchell

i-genius: If you could paint the world in three colours, what would they be and why?
Rachel:
Yellow – the colour of sun and warmth . Green – the colour of growth and life. Purple – the colour of royalty and grandeur.


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