Nos 1219, 1226, 1218 Textiles by Rana Begum, 2022

Rana was born in Bangladesh and is now based in London. Her work ranges from drawings, paintings and wall-based sculptures to large-scale public art projects and she is known for her understanding and use of light and colour.

Rana has created bespoke textiles in the transformed concert spaces of the Bristol Beacon. She collaborated with Bristol-based fabric designers and textile trend consultancy Dash & Miller to assist with translating her artwork into textiles.

Rana says: “My initial response to the brief was to look at some of the architecture, the original colours, the detail of geometry that’s used. I wanted to develop something that reflects the diversity of sound and music performed in the halls through the rhythms and patterns we use, and ensure the work responds to different forms of light.

“Visually, it was important not to be distracting for the performers on the stage as well as the audience, and we had to consider how the space will be used. I wanted the work to be bold but also offer a calm experience.”

 Field Art Projects were appointed by Bristol City Council to develop and deliver a series of artist commissions that play a key role in ensuring the iconic building is rejuvenated with artists’ voices at its heart, bringing the art of music-making to life in visual form.  Field Art Projects worked with the Bristol Music Trust and their Design Team for the second phase of refurbishment of the Bristol Beacon.