The Merse Committee
David Baird
David has led a wide variety of community arts projects, sharing his professional experience as a musician, songwriter, actor and performer. David has a particular interest in folk music and folklore, and is a published author.
Rosie Dobson
Rosie is a semi-professional artist with a keen interest in the potential of the creative arts to transform individuals lives. Rosie has a background in third sector project delivery and creative development.
Matt Kitson
Matt has extensive experience in delivering community projects including local film screenings, live music events and festivals. Matt has a passion for engaging local people of all ages in activity which enhances community life.
Kelly Love
Kelly divides her time between her Bladnoch cottage and her home in Alabama. Kelly has a career in academic research focusing on creative arts development for wellbeing and community resilience.
Louisa Ruthven
Louisa is a trained actor and spent her career in theatre costume design and dressmaking. Louisa now works as a professional textile artist and has a keen interest in developing community arts engagement.
Claire Yuen
Claire trained as a graphic artist and spent many years working in youth development and community projects. Claire is skilled in management and helping people reach their potential.
WILL YOU JOIN US?
The current Merse team are a sub-committee of the Wigtown & Bladnoch Community Initiative, and we were all about getting the idea of the ground. Now the building is community owned we welcome input from local residents so that the entertainment programme and projects we develop reflect what the Wigtown and Bladnoch community want to see. Find out more about how you can get involved - or post an idea into our suggestions box.