Make Space
Make Space unlocks space within arts organisations for artists to set up, test and reflect on their work.
Make Space is an initiative of Visual Arts South West that unlocks spaces within arts organisations for artists to set up, test and reflect on their work.
Informed by the VASW Artists and Art Workers Survey and Creative Conversations hosted by Plymouth Culture, Make Space responds directly to the identified needs of our network. Many artists in the region either don’t have a studio, or don’t have adequate space to install work in a way which allows them to step back, critically review progress, document work professionally, and invite feedback from peers.
Through Make Space, partner organisations identify spaces they can offer for focused periods of time — from a single day to up to a week. Each partner provides clear information about the nature of the space, what is possible within it, and what artists need to consider and commit to.
Make Space is designed to support artists whilst recognising the practical limitations organisations face in facilitating access.
Make Space is initiated by VASW in collaboration with Plymouth Culture, Karst, RIO, the Theatre Royal Plymouth, Spike Island and The Royal West of England Academy. The research and development phase was co-funded by Plymouth Culture and Arts Council England’s National Portfolio Organisations in the city.
