Visual Arts South West
Visual Arts South West is the professional network for visual arts in the South West
We connect artists, art workers and organisations across the region - supporting visibility, sharing opportunities, and strengthening the sector through research, advocacy and collaboration.
We work regionally and nationally to ensure artists and organisations are recognised as vital to communities and society.
What’s On This Month
Discover exhibitions, events and activities taking place across the region.
Latest Opportunities
Find open calls, commissions, jobs and residencies from across the South West.
- ResidencyStudio Residency 2026 A three-month funded studio residency. Apply by 16 Aug 2026Paid
- CommissionPublic Art Commission: Harbourside A permanent public artwork for a harbourside site. Apply by 1 Aug 2026
- JobGallery Assistant (Part-time) Part-time front-of-house and installation role. Apply by 25 Jul 2026
- Professional DevelopmentOpen Call: Emerging Makers An open call for a group show of new craft. Apply by 6 Aug 2026
- GrantArtist Development Fund Small grants for professional development. Apply by 5 Sept 2026
- VolunteeringVolunteer Gallery Invigilators Front-of-house volunteers for a summer show. Apply by 22 Jul 2026
- JobAssistant Technician (Closed) Part-time technician role supporting our exhibitions programme. Bristol, Bristol Apply by 15 Jun 2026
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Knowledge
Editorial, resources and research supporting practice, policy and sector development.