Bold brushstrokes, vivid colours, and heartache around every corner - Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the real paintings of Van Gogh at the National Gallery's blockbuster show, Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers. It's fair to say that when you hear the name Vincent Van Gogh you think either one of two things; that…
Put a spring in your step and take advantage of these upcoming opportunities this month. Orleans House Gallery- Emerging Artists programme - 14 April Caravanserai Summer Residencies 2024 - 21 April Made in the Middle: Craftspace Call - 22 April Apollo Painting School - 22 April Taoyuan International Art Award - 26 April Blunden Prize…
By guest writer Naomi Johnson In an age where routine and conformity often overshadow individuality, finding ways to break free and ignite your creative spark has never been more vital. You possess an innate ability to create, innovate, and envision the world in ways no one else can. The journey to unlocking this potential begins…
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Happy New Year! Let's start 2024 right with some fantastic opportunities to get those creative juices flowing. Whether you're looking to art for mental health, career progression or just because you like to make things, these upcoming deadlines are sure to get you inspired. Sculpture in the City - 9 January Open Call: Royal Society…
To get you in the festive spirit and embrace the cold winter months ahead, I've chosen my favourite wintry scenes from the National Gallery in London. Claude Monet Snow Scene at Argenteuil Claude Monet Snow Scene at Argenteuil 1875 Oil on canvas, 71.1 x 91.4 cm Bequeathed by Simon Sainsbury, 2006 NG6607 The blues, greys…
Continue reading ➞ Five festive favourites from the National Gallery
A short trip to Oslo saw us at one of the must-see galleries in Norway, and it was more than a scream! There was a grey overcast that had settled in over Oslo, and a touch of frost in the air as we approached the brutalist-steel Munch Museum. Completed in 2021, this modern bit of…
Tis the season to be jolly and get making! Whether you want to end the year on a high or start the new year with a bang, there are plenty of opportunities to promote your work and share it with your creative peers! Fermynwoods Contemporary Art Open Call - 1 December Boomer Gallery Open Call:…
By guest writer Naomi Johnson If you’re an artist wanting to make a living from your passion, you need to get as many eyes onyour creations as you can so you can start generating revenue. Luckily, there are plenty ofopportunities both online and in real life to showcase your talent. So let's look at four…
Soak up some culture this summer! From bold, blockbusting exhibitions to a contemporary look at the world around us, here are my 5 must-see shows to see in London in the coming months. 1. What: Summer exhibition at the RA - a staple in your art calendar and held every year since 1769, the Summer…
Hop, skip and jump into spring with these art opportunities up for grabs, including The Drawing Year - "A a no-fees postgraduate-level course offering up to thirty students the opportunity to focus on drawing from observation for an academic year. The course provides an opportunity for intensive practice and sees drawing both as an end…
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