Beyond the Obvious 2 Publication

YVAN is delighted to present Beyond the Obvious 2. What we have attempted to do here is offer a ‘Sector Snapshot’ that highlights the lived experience of artists from the Global Majority in the Yorkshire and Humber region. It is never possible to be comprehensive. There is always a voice unheard, an important story still to emerge, an issue left unexplored, a critical angle not covered. This selection of talented creatives is as much about what is left out, who is not here, what is not spoken. However, we hope the work done here is a step towards somewhere better. YVAN will support the next step in every way we are able. Perhaps this will be a better understanding of the networked nature of artists’ practice, or a new connection, or helping to inspire the next generation of practitioners to set up and work together. Whatever it is, we hope that it will surprise and empower, and help readers to see Beyond the Obvious.