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Watch: Unlocked Artist Film now live
The Unlocked exhibition in the virtual gallery is now live, celebrating art created in lockdown
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What’s On? – August 2021
Key dates this month 2 August 10 August 4-5 August 13 August 9 August 23 August Here’s a round up of events and opportunities this month.Please click the link…
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WATCH: Share Art – Patient Artwork Project special
Watch he latest Share Art event which saw four presentations by artists who have taken part in the Step Up Exploring Collection courses as part of the Patient Artwork New…
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Announcing our new Magazine and Podcast!
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new podcast and magazine!
Artist Of The Month – Tom Stimpson
Artist of the Month Tom Stimpson has recently embarked on a project painting portraits of Outside In ambassadors.
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Exploring the Outside In galleries with… Clare Gravenell
Clare Gravenell explores the Outside In galleries focusing on work by artists who identify with the theme of transformation
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News: Announcing the first Outside In Postcard Fundraiser
Outside In is launching its first postcard fundraising project - and we need your help!
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Deadline extended for artists to take part in an exciting exhibition project with Outside In, Harley Gallery and the Jerwood Collection.
The deadline has been extended and Midlands based artists are invited to apply for this exciting project with the Harley Gallery.
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Artist diary: Madge Gill Co-Commission, last installment
As All Souls: The Outside In co-commission goes into its final week on display at Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, artist Julia Oak reveals how the exhibition has been a major…
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Artist of the month, July 2021 – Brian Gibson
Brian Gibson talks about his interest in the impact technology can have on creativity - and how it is inspiring a new six month project - plus his work with…
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Applications now open for latest Patient Artwork Project courses
Outside In is excited to announce the launch of the latest Step Up: Exploring Collections courses as part of its ambitious, two year, Patient Artwork: New Dialogues project.
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Exploring the Outside In galleries with… Emma Louvelle
Outside In artist Emma Louvelle has delved into the artists' online galleries and brought together this collection of works all inspired by the theme 'About the body'.
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Opportunity: City States and Outside In – fashion/art fund-raising project
Outside In are joining forces with pioneering art and fashion brand City States and are looking for two artists to get involved and profile their work
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Julia Oak in conversation: Madge Gill and me
Outside In artist Julia Oak, winner of the 2020 Madge Gill All Souls co-commission – which is currently on show at Pallant House Gallery – talks with collector and founder…
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Mental Health Museum: Discovering Mary Frances Heaton other narratives
Illustrator Paige Lyons discovers the challenges and rewards of trying to uncover narratives at the Mental Health Museum, Wakefield, during her time on the Exploring Collections – Patient Artwork Project…
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Mental Health Museum: Finding the patients’ voices
A quest to find the patients’ voices was the centre of artist Cara Macwilliam’s inspiration during the Exploring Collections Patient Artwork course at the Mental Health Museum, Wakefield. The Problem…
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Glenside Hospital Museum: Patients, portraits and personal stories
Artist Steve Burden shares the artworks he has created inspired by the Victorian portraits he encountered thanks to the Patient Artwork Project at Glenside Hospital Museum Recently I have been…
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Exploring the Outside In galleries with… Cara Macwilliam
Cara Macwilliam's explores the Outside In galleries and shares the works which touched her 'either through joy, my own lived experience or made me stop and think'.
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Artist Of The Month – June 2021 – IJE
Meet our artist of the month for June, IJE, who talks to us about her passions for paint, words, hiking, mountaineering and her studio, plus balancing life as an holistic…
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New Step Up: Exploring Collections course at the Mental Health Museum, Wakefield
Outside In will soon be opening applications for the second Step Up: Exploring Collections course at the Mental Health Museum, Wakefield, here you can find out more about it.
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All Souls exhibition: Information page
On this page you can find Julia Oak's art film 'All On Paper' and the audio descriptions for her work along with more information about the events planned to coincide…
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Artist diary: Madge Gill Co-Commission, part eleven
Artist Julia Oak shares how adrenalin has helped her prepare for the All Souls exhibition finally opening this month
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Exploring the Outside In galleries with… Sabine Kaner
Artist Sabine Kaner , whose work 'Unity' features in Outside In's Unlocked virtual exhibition, is the latest to explore the artist galleries. The result is a celebration of all things…
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Artist of the month, May 2021 – Tony Fisher
Midlands-based photographer Tony Fisher is May’s Outside In artist of the month and his work, ‘At the Boundary’, is one of the pieces selected for the Unlocked showcase exhibition. In…
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New Visibility project will highlight the achievements of ethnically diverse artists from the Midlands
Outside In is excited to announce 'Visibility' a Black Art Project which will highlight the achievements of ethnically diverse artists from the Midlands.
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Glenside Hospital Museum: Re-envisaging the padded cell
Allison Schooler shares how her time on the Patient Artwork Project at Glenside Hospital Museum saw her rethink both herself as an artist and her preconceptions of padded cells.
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Introducing the Outside In Artist Web App
Artists can now sign up to create and edit their galleries using their mobile phones with our new Web App
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Artist of the Month, April 2021 – Christopher Hoggins
Meet our April Artist of the Month and author of The Covid Visual Diaries, Christopher Hoggins.
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Exploring the Outside In galleries with… Dannielle Hodson
Dannielle Hodson, Outside In artist, advisory group member and board member is kick-starting our new monthly feature which will explore the inspiration which can be found in the Outside In…
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Refreshing your online gallery – a series of talks and support days for April
During April, Outside In is offering a variety of different talks and tips to help you get your online gallery refreshed and up to date!
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WATCH: Introducing Collections – The Arts Council Collection
Watch Introducing Collections talk with The Arts Council Collection curator, Beth Hughes. It introduces this diverse collection, talks about how it support artists and acquires new work and the plans…
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Artist Julio reveals how love and loss has inspired his latest painting project
Artist Julio shares how his new painting project is celebrating those in their 'golden years'.
Artist of the month, March 2021 – Fozz aka Disabled Artist
This month we hear how a serious accident at work saw Fozz reconnect with his interest in art and how it has been a type of medication for him ever…
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Artist diary: Madge Gill Co-Commission, part ten
Julia Oak reveals how the intensive drawing during her time preparing for the Madge Gill co-commission has see her explore her past
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PRESS: Outside In and Cara Macwilliam on The Week in Art podcast from The Art Newspaper
The Art Newspaper invited Outside In to appear on its latest podcast to explore the effect of Covid-19 on artists with disabilities. Here you can listen to the conversation.
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Become an Outside In Ambassador!
Like to become an Outside In Ambassador? We are holding Ambassador Training online from 3-5 March...
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Dr Andrew Edney Bursaries – An update from this year’s recipients
An update from the recipients of the Arts Society South Downs Dr Andrew Edney Bursary.
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WATCH: Introducing Collections – Rare Books with the Wellcome Collection
Watch a recording of the first Introducing Collections talk. which sees Dr Alexandra Hill from the Wellcome Collection focus on the doodles and notes that can be found in rare…
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The New Art Gallery Walsall and Outside In artist remote residency collaboration
Artists for New Art Gallery Walsall online residencies announced.
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Artist diary: Madge Gill Co-Commission, part nine
Ownership is the theme for Julia Oak's latest co-commission diary, as she builds up to handing over her artwork but keeping hold of the conversation
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New peer mentor programme ‘Next Steps’ to be launched thanks to Arts Society grant
Outside In are excited to announce a new peer mentor programme, ‘Next Steps’...
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Artist of the Month – Phil Stewart Artivist
Meet Artist of the Month,Phil Stewart Artivist who makes thought-provoking, radical and often humorous art and sculptural pieces out of waste.
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Interview: Art collector Henry Boxer on Madge Gill and his other ‘art brut’ passions
Henry Boxer - art collector, art dealer and gallery director - talks to Laura Miles about his hopes for the Madge Gill exhibition and why he thinks appreciation for 'outsider…
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“Nostalgia fills the room and I feel to paint something new.”
Outside In artist and ambassador Clare Gravenell writes about the creation of new artworks in response to Lockdown isolation and grief.
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WATCH: Videos of the information events for Patient Artwork Project
Applications are currently open for three new Patient Artwork Projects: At Glasgow Museum, Glenside Hospital Museum and the Mental Health Museum Wakefield. Information events have taken place with each organisation…
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Artist diary: Madge Gill Co-Commission, part eight
In her latest co-commission diary Julia Oak reveals how her drawing challenge and flirting with paper are keeping the creativity magic alive.
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EVENT/ OPPORTUNITY: Calling all poets and spoken-word performers for new open mic event..
We are looking for poets and spoken word performers to take part in a new open mic online event on 19 February.
Event and Opportunity: Midlands Share Art, 18 February and 18 March
Our next Share Art in the Midlands events will take place online at 1-2.30pm on 18 February and 18 March and we would love to hear from Midlands-based artists working…
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Artist uses postcards to illustrates life in lockdown
Artist Erika Flowers shares her return to creating postcards - something she did to document her time in prison - to capture life during Covid and under a different lockdown
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NOW OPEN: Outside In Exhibits At The London Art Fair 2021
Outside In will be showing the work of three artists at this year’s London Art Fair within the fair’s online Platform showcase.
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PRESS: Outside In exhibition named in top ten best virtual shows by frieze Magazine
Outside In Art & Activism virtual exhibition has been named in the top ten best virtual shows by frieze Magazine
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2021
Artist Support Day
10am – 4:30pm Are you an artist or know anyone who is? Book an online one-to-one 1 hour slot for bespoke support to create your online gallery including writing an…
2021
Visibility – Zoom Café
Zoom Café event linked to ‘Visibility’, a Black Art Project which will highlight the achievements of ethnically diverse artists from the Midlands.
2021
Artist Support Day
10am to 4.30pm Are you an artist or know anyone who is? Book an online one-to-one 1 hour slot for bespoke support to create your online gallery including writing an…
2021
Share Art – Patient Artwork Project
Join Outside In for a Share Art session showcasing the research and creative responses from artists who have participated in Patient Artwork: New Dialogues. The artists have all taken part…
2021
Artist Support Day
10am to 4.30pm Are you an artist or know anyone who is? Book a one-to-one 1 hour slot for bespoke support to create your online gallery including writing an artist…
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28 Jul 2021
Ambassadors Training – July
Are you passionate about Outside In? Would you like to spread the word about Outside In and what we do? Then why not become ambassador...
2021
Unlocked – Artist film launch
As part of our ‘Unlocked Exhibition‘ we are creating a short film with all of our exhibiting artists. We’ll be exploring their experiences around creativity and covid and finding out…
2021
Visibility – Zoom Café
Zoom Café event linked to ‘Visibility’, a Black Art Project which will highlight the achievements of ethnically diverse artists from the Midlands.
2021
Share Art In The Midlands
Our next Share Art In The Midlands event is taking place on Thursday 15 July , 1pm-2:30pm.
2021
Kindred Spirits project – Artist application support
Applications support for the exciting exhibition project with Outside In, Harley Gallery and the Jerwood Collection.
2021
Unlocked – Share Art event
Taking place on 30 June 2021, 1.30 to 3pm, this special Share Art event coincides with Unlocked – our current virtual exhibition which celebrates the amazing creativity of Outside In…
2021
Visibility – Zoom Café
Zoom Café event linked to ‘Visibility’, a Black Art Project which will highlight the achievements of ethnically diverse artists from the Midlands.
2021
Information session for Patient Artwork Project at the Mental Health Museum, Wakefield
Information event for the next Step Up: Exploring Collections course at the Mental Health Museum, Wakefield,
2021
Visibility – Zoom Café
Zoom Café event linked to 'Visibility', a Black art project, which will highlight the achievements of ethnically diverse artists from the Midlands.
2021
Artist support day
Book a one-to-one slot for bespoke support for your online gallery
2021
An evening of spoken word and poetry
Following the success of our first event, we will be hosting another open mic poetry and spoken word event on 21 May
2021
Artist statement 1-1 sessions
Back by popular demand - more one to one sessions to help you write the perfect artist's statement.
2021
Artist statement 1-1 sessions
Back by popular demand - more one to one sessions to help you to write the perfect artist's statement.
2021
All Souls: Exhibition launch
This special virtual launch event will offer the first chance to see the All Souls exhibition in situ and hear from artist Julia Oak about her co-commission.
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14 May 2021
Ambassador training
Are you passionate about Outside In? Would you like to spread the word about Outside In and what we do? If 'yes' then Outside In has the perfect role for…
2021
Corinne Installation Event
Artist Corinne is creating an installation in her bedroom which will be revealed at a special online event, taking place on Zoom on Saturday 8 May .
2021
Tips on how to take good photographs
A workshop with tips on how to photograph your artwork.
2021
How to use the new Outside In Artist Web App!
Book a 1-1 session for support with the new Outside In Artist Web App.
2021
Artist support day
Book a one-to-one slot for bespoke support for your online gallery
2021
Share Art
Share Art is a great event to attend and hear presentations about the fantastic artwork by Outside In artists.
2021
How to get the best out of your online gallery
How to market and promote your online gallery
2021
Artist statement one to one sessions
One to one sessions with support on writing a great artist's statement
2021
Artist statement workshop
A new workshop with tips on how to write a great artist's statement
2021
Share Art In The Midlands on 18 March
Our next Share Art in the Midlands event will take place online at 1-2.30pm on 18 March
2021
Introducing Collections – The Arts Council Collection
This free Introducing Collections talk will be presented by Beth Hughes, curator of The Arts Council Collection, and take place at 1pm on Wednesday, 17 March 2021 online via Zoom.
2021
ZOOM CAFÉ – 12 March –Hardish Virk/ Coventry Artspace
At our next Zoom Café you can enjoy an online presentation and provocations by Coventry Artspace and Hardish Virk
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5 Mar 2021
Ambassador Training
We are holding ambassador training via Zoom on 3rd and 5th March from 10am to 12.30pm
2021
Share Art
We are pleased to announce another of our popular Share Art events online on Wednesday 24 February from 1:30pm – 3pm.
2021
An evening of spoken word and poetry
Introducing a new online open mic poetry and spoken work event, starting on Friday 19 February.
2021
Share Art In The Midlands
Our next Share Art in the Midlands event will take place online at 1-2.30pm on 18 February
2021
Introducing Collections – Rare Historical Books, Wellcome Collection
The first talk in the new 'Introducing Collections' series will see the Wellcome Collection's Dr Alexandra Hill focus on the doodles and notes that can be found in rare historical…
2021
Zoom Café- The New Art Gallery Walsall – 29 January
You are invited to a special Zoom Café event with The New Art Gallery Walsall.
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26 Jan 2021
Artist Support Days for the Patient Artwork Project applications
If you need support with your application for the Patient Artwork Project, or you would like to create an online gallery with Outside In but need some help, we will…
2021
Information session for the Patient Artwork Project at Glasgow Museum
Outside In will be hosting an information event for people to find out more about the Glasgow Museum patient artwork course
2021
Information session for the Patient Artwork Project at Glenside Hospital Museum
Outside In will be hosting an information event for people to find out more about the Glenside Hospital Museum patient artwork course
2021
Share Art Online
We are pleased to announce another of our popular Share Art events online which is taking place on Wednesday 20 January from 1:30pm – 3pm.
2021
Information session for the Patient Artwork Project at the Mental Health Museum, Wakefield
Outside In will be hosting an information event for people to find out more about the Mental Health Museum patient artwork course
2020
Private view: Art & Activism virtual exhibition 6pm to 7pm
Information on how to attend the private view event for the new virtual gallery exhibition 'Art & Activism' curated by Helen Wewlora
2020
Share Art Online
We are pleased to announce another of our popular Share Art events online which is taking place on Wednesday 9 December from 1:30pm – 3pm. If you are an Outside…
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10 Dec 2020
Ambassador training
Are you passionate about Outside In? Would you like to help the charity reach out to new artists and new partner organisations? If 'yes' then Outside In has the perfect…
2020
Creative Drop In event – Wellbeing Creatures
Artist Alice Clark will be leading this session which will see participants follow a guided meditation and create their very own wellbeing creature
2020
Film Sharing and Conversation – Melissandre Varin
Screenings on Saturday 21 November of Melissandre’s film ‘Handle/ With Care, Prendre/Avec Soin’
2020
Share Art In The Midlands
Hear featured artists Melissandre Varin and Fae Kilburn and micro-bursary recipient Corinne talking about their work.
2020
Creative drop in – Create-Click-Connect
With advice from our Artists Advisory Group, we will be starting a series of Creative Drop In Sessions for Outside In artists, which will be taking place online throughout autumn.…
2020
New Zoom Café Events
At our first Zoom Café event you can enjoy a presentation by Compton Verney's senior curator Penelope Sexton plus a relaxed Q&A
2020
Creative Drop In Session – ‘Taking A Line For A Walk’ with Maddie Millett
Use a single line as a starting point in this creative drop in session with artist Maddie MIllett
2020
Share Art Online
We are pleased to announce another of our popular Share Art events online which is taking place on Wednesday 21 October from 1:30 – 3:00pm. If you are an Outside…
2020
Creative Drop In Session: Drawing figures – ‘People joining hands’
Creative drop in session focusing on drawing figures joining hands
2020
Creative Drop In Session: Paper Sculpting – ‘Break Free in 3D’ – Tuesday 6 October 2020, 2 – 3.30pm
A Creative Drop In Session exploring 3D sketching and paper sculpting, led by Stuart Milburn
2020
Event: Share Art Online – Wednesday 30 September
Join us on Zoom for another of our popular Share Art online events on Wednesday 30 September at 12:30pm.
2020
Join Us for a Friendship and Community Creative Workshop –Tuesday 29 September at 6pm
Join Outside In artist Lorna-Belle Harty for a creative workshop focusing on positive quote and hand lettering art
2019
Ambassador training – Southampton
Find out more about becoming an Outside In ambassador
2019
Share Art at Fabrica Gallery, Brighton
Would you like to share your art with others? This is your chance. Share Art is an opportunity to share your work with others through a PowerPoint presentation. You can…
2019
Exploring the West Dean collection
A special, free, event on 8 October, 2019, featuring a talk and exhibition to celebrate the end of a fascinating Step Up: Exploring Collections course run at West Dean College…
2019
Ar+ Exchange with Fabrica Gallery, Brighton
Time: 6pm – 8pmLocation: Fabrica Gallery, BrightonFree to Outside In artists Hosted by Liz Whitehead, director of Fabrica and Hannah Whitlock, artist development coordinator for Outside In, this event builds…
2019
Step Up course open day at Ditching Museum
Times: 10am – 3pmAddress: Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, Lodge Hill Ln, Ditchling, Hassocks BN6 8SP Want to find out more about the Step Up: Exploring Collections course coming…
2019
Access Unpacked Seminar
This event, presented by Chrysalis Arts Development and Outside In, coincides with the Hard Wired exhibition and will feature artists’ talks and discussions on access and barriers. Date: Friday 20…
2019
Artist Support Day – Margate
Would you – or someone you know – like support to submit work for Outside In’s 2019 national open art exhibition ‘Environments’? Or need assistance to create an online gallery…
2019
Artist Support Day – London
Artist Support Day - London
2019
Artist Support Day – Rotherham
Artist Support Day - Rotherham
2019
Artist Support Day – Hull
Artist Support Day - Hull
2019
Ar+ Exchange with Fabrica Gallery, Brighton
Details Date and time: Thursday, 18 July, 6pm – 8pmLocation: Fabrica Gallery, BrightonFree to Outside In artists Hosted by Liz Whitehead, director of Fabrica and Hannah Whitlock, artist development coordinator…
2019
Artist Support Day – Newcastle
Artist Support Day - Newcastle
2019
Artist Support Day – Darlington
Artist Support Day - Darlington
2019
Share Art at Pallant House Gallery, Chichester
Would you like to share your art with others? This is your chance. Share Art is an opportunity to share your work with others through a PowerPoint presentation. You can…
2019
Artist Support Day – Kendal
Artist Support Day in Kendal
2019
Artist Support Day – Blackpool
Artist Support Day in Blackpool
2019
Share Art at Fabrica Gallery, Brighton
Would you like to share your art with others? This is your chance. Share Art is an opportunity to share your work with others through a PowerPoint presentation. You can…
2019
Outside In: Pop Up
To coincide with the Hard Wired exhibition, this event offers an opportunity to meet the Outside In team and find out more about the support it offers.
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2 Jun 2019
Step Up showcase at West Dean Arts & Crafts Festival
A work-in-progress showcase by Outside In artists will be on display at the West Dean Arts & Crafts Festival (31 May to 2 June). The participants of the Step Up:…
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26 Apr 2019
Realm poetry workshop and closing party
Events mark the last week of the exhibition at CGP London
2019
Artist Support Day – Mshed, Bristol
Would you – or someone else – like to create an online gallery with Outside In but need some support in doing so? Artists who fit the Outside In criteria…
2019
Share Art at Pallant House Gallery
Would you like to share your art with others?
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28 Mar 2019
Artist Support Days For Hard Wired exhibition
Would you – or someone else – like support to submit work for the Hard Wired touring exhibition? Or need assistance to create an online gallery with Outside In? Three…
2019
Help to spread the word
Outside In ambassador training comes to Brighton this January
