A Lincolnshire domestic abuse charity has launched an art exhibition within Lincoln Cathedral, showcasing work soon to be on the walls of refuges across the county.

EDAN Lincs are displaying work from thirty different female artists, as well as art created by domestic abuse victims living within their refuges.

 

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The pieces were created during the COVID lockdown, and designed to spruce up the walls of the charity’s shelters after a renovation.

The exhibit also features a quilt created by Lincolnshire quilters, the panels reflecting each contributor’s experience of the pandemic, which has been used to raise money for the charity over the last year.

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The exhibition is situated in Chapter House, and entry is included as part of Lincoln Cathedral’s regular ticket price.

EDAN Lincs, short for End Domestic Abuse Now, provides support and assistance to anybody suffering from domestic abuse.

For more information about EDAN, visit their website.


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As the country winds down after a four-day Platinum Jubilee celebration, a Queen much closer to home is busier than ever.

Celine Begone, drag performer and DJ, has become one of the most recognisable faces within the Lincoln nightlife scene, and is gearing up for a jam-packed Pride month.

Speaking to The Lincolnite Podcast, Celine described her journey into the world of drag, which initially began at a fancy dress night in 2010, but has now blossomed into a full-time career.

Celine also went on to explain the importance of LGBTQ+ venues in the community, including The Scene in Lincoln, where the local star is a regular performer.

Discussing the drawbacks of being a drag performer in Lincoln, Celine admitted access to work was more difficult than in larger cities, but admitted that with a smaller scene comes less competition, allowing existing artists to flourish.

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When asked what one could expect from a Celine Begone performance, the performer described herself as “the drunk aunt at a wedding”.

“As in, she acts really classy, but probably not after a few rosés!”

To find out more about Celine Begone, visit her website.


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