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Updated: 14 August 2026 Rose Choreographic School is an experimental research and pedagogic project based in Sadler’s Wells East, London, UK. We propose a postdisciplinary approach to the question of the choreographic, and use an expanded notion of a school to frame our explorations. There is no set

Amount not publishedCloses in 28 days (20 September 2026)Not stated
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Updated: 06 August 2026 Light Up The North (LUTN) is launching ILLUMINE 2, an exciting commissioning opportunity for Black and People of Colour (POC) artists. As a positive action initiative, ILLUMINE 2 aims to address the underrepresentation of Black and POC artists at light festivals by supporting

Up to £8,000Closes in 19 days (11 September 2026)Not stated
Artist

Updated: 23 April 2026 Apply for unrestricted grants supporting visual artists to develop their practice, including funding for materials, studio costs, exhibitions and living expenses. Who can apply: Professional visual artists working in painting, sculpture or works on paper, with an active exhibi

Amount not publishedCloses 31 December 2026Not stated
Artist

Updated: 23 July 2026 This supported residency offers an opportunity to research, experiment and create a new project that responds to the question: How do we tell the story of a place? Over the Bridge, in partnership with Fountain Arts, is seeking an emerging (or re-emerging) photographer to develo

Amount not publishedCloses in 1 day (24 August 2026)Not stated
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NPA 2026 Open Call

newplatform.art

Updated: 20 August 2026 newplatform.art invites applications from UK-based artists working in any medium to join our free 2026–27 Professional Development Programme. The PDP supports artists to build the practical knowledge, confidence and networks needed to develop sustainable careers. We’re lookin

Amount not publishedCloses in 7 days (30 August 2026)Not stated

Updated: 23 July 2026 The WRG Digital Call-Out invites emerging artists and designers to respond to a theme and create an animation/artwork for the White Rabbit Gallery website landing page. There will be two digital call-outs each year, with each round’s theme aligning with a new exhibition at the

Amount not publishedCloses in 22 days (14 September 2026)Not stated
Artist

A new bursary programme to support 20 dance artists with the time, funding and opportunities they need to create ambitious new work and take the next step in their careers.

Up to £40kCloses in 17 days (9 September 2026)Not stated
Individual

ILLUMINE 2 is a new light art commissioning opportunity for Black and POC artists. Create a bold mid/large-scale installation to tour festivals across the North of England. Apply by Friday 11 September, 5pm.

Up to £8,000Closes in 19 days (11 September 2026)Not stated
Artist

This programme is open to UK based Photographers and Artists, it is designed to support professionals and emerging practitioners with access to photographic facilities.

Amount not publishedRolling — apply any timeNot stated
AcademicUniversity

Barnsley Council’s Arts & Events team are looking for an artist/s who work with light, sound and immersive installations to bring to life The Yorkshire Roses at Barnsley Bright Nights 2026, our town centre light festival.

Amount not publishedCloses in 15 days (7 September 2026)Not stated
Community groupArtistLocal authority

Musician Collaborator role for 14 days work from November 2026 - July 2027. Based at The Mill Arts Centre Banbury.

Amount not publishedCloses 5 October 2026Not stated
Artist

Call out for Early Years Creatives: Book Babies

Inspire: Culture, Learning and Libraries

We are looking for two creative practitioners with experience of working with early years children (aged 0-3) and a passion for books and reading.

Amount not publishedCloses in 1 day (24 August 2026)Not stated
Local authority

Curatorial Fellowship (Ceramics)

The Burton at Bideford

Thanks to the generous support of The Headley Trust, we are delighted to establish this new Curatorial Fellowship in Ceramics — the first of two Fellowships for early-career curators that will be delivered over the next three years.

Amount not publishedCloses in 17 days (9 September 2026)Not stated
FreelancerIndividualArtist

Are you a creative aged 18–30 ready to take your work further? Whether you want to develop a project, build your skills or grow your network, TIA Elevate gives you a £1,000 project grant plus six weeks of free coaching, specialist mentoring and creative development.

Up to £1,000Rolling — apply any timeNot stated
IndividualArtist

Are you aged 18–30 with a creative idea you want to explore? Maybe you’re ready to take your creativity more seriously but need funding, confidence or support to get started. TIA Emerge gives you a £600 project grant plus free coaching, specialist mentoring and creative development.

Up to £600Rolling — apply any timeNot stated
Individual

Creative Youth Network is inviting applications for the next Creative Futures Residency + Commission, offering four southwest-based artists aged 16 - 25 the chance to develop new projects and receive a £500 commission, creative mentorship, studio & recording space and a group exhibition

Amount not publishedRolling — apply any timeNot stated
Artist

Diddington Community First Fund

Cambridgeshire Community Foundation

Home Diddington Community First Fund Overview The fund offers grants in the region of £10,000 to support projects benefitting the residents of Diddington. Projects should fit one or more of the following criteria: • Provide and maintain local facilities for use by the inhabitants of the Parish of Di

Up to £10kRolling — apply any timeNot stated

SWEF Enterprise Fund

Lancashire Community Foundation

SWEF Enterprise Fund Home About the Fund The SWEF Enterprise Fund awards grants to young people in Lancashire who need support with business costs that they would otherwise not be able to afford, and particularly those who are not in education, employment or training. This is not a loan scheme and r

Up to £2,000Rolling — apply any timeNot stated
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