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Artist Trail Experience a weekend of outdoor art inspired by the plein air tradition, as ten professional artists take over the Torbay coastline to capture our local landscape, inviting you to see familiar surroundings through entirely fresh, creative eyes. Ten professional artists will be working on location, mapping the landscape between the historic grounds of Torre Abbey and the iconic Pavilion. Will you stumble across a couple of them, or walk the whole route? Whichever it is, you will discover the natural beauty of the Bay and see the coastline - and these anchor heritage landmarks - in a new light. The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out Artist Trail follows the Art on Your Doorstep route and the Agatha Christie Mile, taking in the open spaces of the seafront. There are ten artists to meet, all stationed at key vantage points with unique views, including Princess Gardens, the historic facade of the Pavilion, and the surroundings of Agatha’s Bench. Walk the trail, engage with the practitioners, and see our familiar coastal landscape from a fresh artistic perspective. What to Expect Full event details including trail artists, map, and other activities will be announced here soon! RSVP on Facebook Let us know you'll be exploring the trail on Saturday 5th September! The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out takes over the seafront from 5th–6th September. Look out for artists working on location, or have a go at capturing the landscape yourself during the Sunday Mass Paint Out. For tips on getting creative outdoors and to find out more about the full schedule of events, head to artizangallery.co.uk/paintout26. The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out builds upon the legacy of the Art on Your Doorstep Trail and looks forward to the future of Torquay Pavilion and its restoration programme. Produced by Artizan Collective and the Pavilion Creative Engagement Group. Events Day 2: Mass Paint Out - Sunday 6th, 10:00-16:00 - Take part in a celebration of creative community and join the Mass Paint Out on Torre Abbey's Upper Meadow. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/post/day-2-mass-paint-out-the-great-torre-abbey-paint-out Day 2: Plein Air Art Comp - Sunday 6th, 10:00-17:00 - Torbay's first plein air art competition. Set in the stunning Torre Abbey grounds, there's loads to be inspired by, with a cash price, professional judges and youth categories. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/the-torbay-plein-air-comp Volunteers If you're interested to support the event, we have a range of volunteer opportunities across the weekend. Get in touch with volunteer@artizangallery.co.uk to sign up. The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out is a celebration of Torquay heritage and two of our best loved historic sites, Torre Abbey and Torquay Pavilion. The event is organised by Torre Abbey, Torquay Pavilion Creative Engagement Group, and Artizan Collective. #PaintOut #TorreAbbey #Pavilion #ArtizanCollective

Mass Paint Out Experience a weekend of outdoor art inspired by the plein air tradition, as the creative focus moves to the historic grounds of Torre Abbey, reviving the beloved community spirit of the Paignton Paint Out for a full day of open-air making. The historic upper meadow will be transformed into an expansive open studio for our community Mass Paint Out, for absolutely everyone to participate and get creative outdoors. Whether you paint regularly, prefer sketching on a tablet, or have never taken your supplies beyond the kitchen table, you are welcome to bring your preferred materials and join in. To provide practical inspiration, still life and movement setups will be positioned across the landscape, alongside free art packs to encourage children and families to get outdoors and create together. What to Expect Activities, event map and timings will be announced here soon! RSVP on Facebook Let us know you'll be painting with us on Sunday 6th September! The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out takes over the seafront from 5th–6th September. Look out for artists working on location, or have a go at capturing the landscape yourself during the Sunday Mass Paint Out. For tips on getting creative outdoors and to find out more about the full schedule of events, head to artizangallery.co.uk/paintout26. The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out builds upon the legacy of the Art on Your Doorstep Trail and looks forward to the future of Torquay Pavilion and its restoration programme. Produced by Artizan Collective and the Pavilion Creative Engagement Group. Events Day 1: Artist Trail - Saturday 5th, 10:30-16:00 - Discover a heritage trail brought to life through the eyes of artists, from Torquay Train Station to Torquay Pavilion, via the grounds of Torre Abbey. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/post/day-1-artist-trail-the-great-torre-abbey-paint-out Day 2: Plein Air Art Comp - Sunday 6th, 10:00-17:00 - Torbay's first plein air art competition. Set in the stunning Torre Abbey grounds, there's loads to be inspired by, with a cash price, professional judges and youth categories. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/the-torbay-plein-air-comp Volunteers If you're interested to support the event, we have a range of volunteer opportunities across the weekend. Get in touch with volunteer@artizangallery.co.uk to sign up. The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out is a celebration of Torquay heritage and two of our best loved historic sites, Torre Abbey and Torquay Pavilion. The event is organised by Torre Abbey, Torquay Pavilion Creative Engagement Group, and Artizan Collective. #PaintOut #TorreAbbey #Pavilion #ArtizanCollective

The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out The Torbay Paint Out series is returning! Three years after our first event in Paignton, we are pleased to announce The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out, taking place on the 5th and 6th of September. Building upon the legacy of the Art on Your Doorstep trail, this weekend is all about getting art out into the open, celebrating our coastal landscape, and honouring two of our most iconic heritage landmarks - the rich history of Torre Abbey and the future restoration of the Pavilion. On Saturday, walk the Plein Air Artist Trail to see ten professional artists at work on location between Torre Abbey and The Pavilion, inviting you to see our familiar surroundings through fresh, creative eyes. On Sunday, the creative energy moves to the Abbey’s upper meadow. Bring your preferred materials for our community Mass Paint Out, featuring live still life and movement setups across the landscape alongside free art packs for families. For those wanting a challenge, we’re also hosting Torbay's first formal Plein Air Art Competition, tasking artists of all levels and mediums with a strict four-hour timed window to create new works capturing Torre Abbey and its surroundings. Whether you are an established professional or just want to get outdoors and have a go, everyone is welcome. Events Day 1: Artist Trail - Saturday 5th, 10:30-16:00 - Discover a heritage trail brought to life through the eyes of artists, from Torquay Train Station to Torquay Pavilion, via the grounds of Torre Abbey. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/post/day-1-artist-trail-the-great-torre-abbey-paint-out Day 2: Mass Paint Out - Sunday 6th, 10:00-16:00 - Take part in a celebration of creative community and join the Mass Paint Out on Torre Abbey's Upper Meadow. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/post/day-2-mass-paint-out-the-great-torre-abbey-paint-out Day 2: Plein Air Art Comp - Sunday 6th, 10:00-17:00 - Torbay's first plein air art competition. Set in the stunning Torre Abbey grounds, there's loads to be inspired by, with a cash price, professional judges and youth categories. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/the-torbay-plein-air-comp Volunteers If you're interested to support the event, we have a range of volunteer opportunities across the weekend. Get in touch with volunteer@artizangallery.co.uk to sign up. Produced by Artizan Collective and the Pavilion Creative Engagement Group. #PaintOut #TorreAbbey #Pavilion #ArtizanCollective

Introduction Torre Abbey, Torquay Pavilion Creative Engagement Group, and Artizan Collective are seeking ten artists to take part in The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out. Taking place across the 5th and 6th of September 2026, this event marks the final weekend of the Art on Your Doorstep initiative, and will celebrate our local heritage and outdoor creativity. About the Opportunity We are looking to commission ten artists to form our Plein Air Artist Trail on Saturday, 5th September. Commissioned artists will paint on location, engaging with audiences about their practice and being a part of the events activity. You will be stationed at key sites along the Art on Your Doorstep route and the Agatha Christie Mile, spanning from Torquay Train Station to Agatha’s Bench, via Torre Abbey and the Pavilion. Who We're Looking For We are seeking a diverse range of practices that demonstrate the breadth of plein air and open-air creative processes, from the more traditional association with oil and watercolour, through to digital, urban, printmaking, and other media. Specifically, we are looking for practitioners who: Have experience working outdoors on location, OR have experience working in an engaged way with the general public. Are comfortable actively engaging in conversation with the general public about their practice while they work. Are available to participate fully in the weekend's events, including joining the Plein Air Art Competition on the second day. Are able to commit to the opportunity to its fullest extent. This includes continuing with works after the event and providing a minimum of one final work for the legacy exhibitions. (For context, during the previous Paint Out, artists produced an average of three works for the legacy event, alongside their on-the-day sketches and plein air studies). Fee Details and Benefits Each commissioned artist will receive a fee of £150.00 plus reasonable travel expenses. Additionally, all commissioned artists will receive two highly sought after exhibition opportunities: the first in Torre Abbey and the second in Torquay Pavilion. All commissioned artists will also be invited to participate with no fee in Sunday's Mass Plein Air Art Competition (equivalent of £25). Key Dates Item Date Deadline for Entries August 18th Midday Confirmation of Success August 19th Provision of All Events Information (Including bio, setup details, location preference etc.) August 21st Event Date/Time 5th September 10:30 – 16:00 (setup from 9:30) Plein Air Competition 6th September 10:30 – 16:00 Legacy Exhibitions The first legacy exhibition will launch approximately 3 weeks after the event weekend. Winter 2026/2027 Selection Process We will select artists to create a diverse and engaging event with a focus on different practices, styles and activity. We will also need to see evidence of sufficient experience painting on location and/or engaging with audiences. How to Apply If you are interested in filling the role, please complete the below expression of interest and return it to paintout@artizangallery.co.uk by August 18th Midday: Enquiries Form Please complete the enquiries form available here. You may additionally provide any other supporting links or files when emailing this form to paintout@artizangallery.co.uk Terms and Conditions By applying for this opportunity, you agree to comply with the following expectations and requirements: 1. Legacy Exhibitions and Licensing Exhibition Participation: Commissioned artists are required to participate in two legacy exhibitions following the event. You must provide a minimum of one finalised work connected to your location and activity during the Paint Out (works may be completed on the day or finished later in the studio). Print Licensing: To help support the ongoing funding of the programme, artists must licence one work produced for the event as a limited-edition print (50). Proceeds from the sales of these prints will be split 50:50 between the artist and the programme with all sales being managed by Artizan Collective. 2. On-Site Conduct, Setup, and Safety Setup Approval: Artists must provide a clear and detailed description of their intended equipment and setup prior to the event. All setups must be formally approved by the organisers to ensure they are safe and suitable for public spaces. Respecting Locations: You will be placed in a variety of public settings across the town and seafront. Artists must respect their specific location. There is absolutely no disposal of paint water, solvents, or materials into bushes, drains, or public spaces. Protecting the Environment: We understand that some mess is a natural part of the creative process; however, where the use of messy materials is required, artists must take suitable protective steps (e.g., using drop-cloths) to prevent overspray or spills onto pavements, grass, or stonework, where these materials will not be likely to wash away organically or may present an environmental hazard. Hazardous Materials: The use of any hazardous materials or tools must be explicitly approved by the organisers in advance. Site Presence: Either you or your designated volunteer assistant must always be present at your painting location during the event hours. 3. Marketing and Promotion Participation: Commissioned artists will be required to participate in all marketing and promotion in the build-up to, and during, the event, including contributing to press interviews. Photography: By participating, artists grant the organisers the right to photograph them and their artwork during the event for future marketing, promotional, and social media purposes. Self-Promotion: Artists are welcome to verbally promote their practice and hand out business cards to audiences. You may also display sketchbooks or examples of your practice to help illustrate your process. Signage: To prevent litter and maintain the visual aesthetic of the trail, independent flyers, unauthorised banners, and independent signage are strictly prohibited. 4. Logistics and Liability Liability: The organisers accept no liability for loss, theft, or damage to any artwork, equipment, or personal belongings, nor for any personal injury sustained during the event. Artists participate at their own risk. Insurance: Artists will be asked to confirm in writing that they hold all relevant public liability insurance for delivering this type of public-facing activity. We additionally highly recommend that you have your own artist’s insurance. Both PLI and artist insurance are available via “Artists Now” membership (https://www.artistsnow.com/) Compliance: Failure to comply with any of the above rules, terms, or reasonable requests from event staff may result in the termination of your contract. #Pinned #Call #PaintOut

Peninsula – The South West Open 2026 "From Land's End to Westward Ho!" We are pleased to invite submissions for Peninsula: The South West Open, the newest instalment of our annual summer exhibition at Artizan Collective Gallery. For over ten years, the English Riviera Summer Open has been a cornerstone of our gallery calendar, bringing a diverse range of national talent to our Fleet Walk venue. For 2026, we are shifting the format. While we continue to welcome submissions from artists nationwide, this year we are asking applicants to respond directly to the physical, cultural, and historic characteristics of the South West. Running from 26th July to 4th September, this exhibition will curate a specific narrative about the region, grounded in the landscapes, materials, and light that define it. Submit Now Deadline: 10th July, Midday https://www.art-hub.co.uk/submissions Submission Categories Work can be submitted under three thematic categories which will underpin the curation of the show. 01. West Country Vistas (The Landscape Category) The South West is defined by its physical environments - dramatic coastlines, rolling moors, and rural spaces. This category is for works that capture the geography of our region. This includes traditional plein air painting, urban photography of coastal towns, and abstract interpretations of the landscape. 3D works also accepted in this category. 02. Made of the West (The 3D & Maker Category) This category focuses on the craft and sculptural talent associated with the West Country. It is dedicated to tactile, three-dimensional works, highlighting materials, heritage crafts, and physical making processes. 03. Western Light (The 'Inspired By' Category) The peninsula is historically recognised for its unique, luminous quality of light, which has drawn artists to the region for centuries. Reflecting on this light and the regions rich creative heritage, this category is a more open category for any work inspired by the South West, or its creative heritage which is shared nationally. Key Dates Deadline for Entries 10th July, Midday Confirmation of Selection 11th July, Midday Delivery Window 11th July – 19th July (16:00 latest) Hang Dates (artists are not required to be present but should be prepared to receive work queries during this period) 19th - 24th July Exhibition Dates 26th July – 4th September Launch Date 25th July, 18:00-20:00 Submitting Work You will need to complete a submission form for this opportunity which will ask you to provide details about yourself and each work you are submitting. Artists can make up to 6 submissions “Large works” (details below) count as 2 submissions Your 6 submissions can occur across multiple categories You do not have to be based within the South West of England to submit to this opportunity Terms and Conditions can be found on our submission page Submit Now Deadline: 10th July, Midday https://www.art-hub.co.uk/submissions 2D Works 2D works are considered to be any wall display works including media traditionally provided framed, canvases, or sculptural work intended for wall hanging. 2D Work Criteria Standard Work Dimensions Not exceeding 60cm in any direction Large Work Dimensions (2 submissions) Not exceeding 120cm in any direction Oversized Work Enquire directly before making a submission Framing and Presentation Works must be presented in a commercial state. This means in clean, unmarked frames, correctly sized to the work. Where works are framed and glazed this must be behind glass only. Any work provided behind Perspex will either be taken to our framing partner to be fitted with glass at your expense, or not hung. This decision is at our discretion and you may not be notified. Canvas Depth Works on canvas must be provided framed if they are on a narrow canvas (under 3cm). Standard full depth canvases can be submitted unframed. Hanging Fixings Traditionally hung works (canvases or framed works) require two points of fixing, one on each side of the work. We recommend D-Rings for this which should be “strung” ready for sale. D-Rings should be fixed on the left and right of the work, roughly within the top 20% of the work. Works provided without appropriate fixings will have these added at your expense or may not be hung. This decision is at our discretion and you may not be notified. Non-Standard Works Any work for wall display which is not hung in the above manner, should be communicated to us at the point of submission. 3D Works 3D works are considered to be any sculptural work for display on a plinth, shelf, or floor, and NOT on the wall. 2D Work Criteria Standard Work Dimensions Not exceeding 60cm in any direction Large Work Dimensions (2 submissions) Not exceeding 120cm in any direction Oversized Work Enquire directly before making a submission Small Works Small works (for example mugs or similar size ceramics, jewellery, or other small items produced in collections) are eligible for submission in series under one of your six submissions. Presentation and Display Equipment We have a range of plinths varying from 30cm square to 50cm square, alongside a number of larger plinths up to 1m square. You may be asked to provide suitable display equipment for your work. Specialist Display If your work requires any form of specialist display, you must communicate this at the point of submission. Jewellery and small items may be required to be provided with suitable lockable display cases. Submission Fees and Pricing Submission Type Fee Works Allowed Single Work £15.00 1 Work Multi-Work £40.00 Up to 6 Works (Max 4 Selected) Discretionary We welcome applicants to self-assess into this discretionary rate if it helps them to participate in the exhibition. £30.00 Up to 6 Works (Max 4 Selected) Commission 35% commission is taken on all sales. This commission applies from the point of submission through to a period 4 weeks after the close of the show in all circumstances regardless of where the enquiry is received. Failure to disclose commission due or looking to subvert this contribution in any way, may result in you being prohibited to applying for future opportunities with us and our partners or the holding of works and other payments due in lieu of fees owed. Exhibition Benefits If selected, your work will be showcased in the English Riviera's only dedicated curated exhibition venue. Artists participating in the physical exhibition will receive: Inclusion in a 6-week commercial exhibition coinciding with the peak local tourist and collector season. Inclusion in our dedicated online exhibition micro-site to capture a wider audience and facilitate digital sales. Bespoke promotional materials designed to help you share your participation professionally with your own network. Eligibility for thematic prizes across our submission categories, alongside a £150 cash prize awarded to the overall exhibition winner. Guaranteed access to all "Value for Every Artist" benefits listed below. Value for Every Artist As a non-profit social enterprise, submission fees unfortunately remain a necessary part of our model. However, we are committed to ensuring that every artist who applies receives tangible benefits as part of their entry, regardless of whether their work is selected. To support the commercial success and professional development of our submitting artists, every applicant to Peninsula will receive the following: The Peninsula Longlist: Space in our physical gallery is limited, meaning excellent work is often turned away. This year, the top tier of unselected works will be featured in "The Peninsula Longlist" - a dedicated online exhibition page that goes live alongside the physical show, ensuring high-quality submissions still gain an audience and can be purchased directly through the gallery's online platform. The Summer Artist Roster: A printed takeaway distributed in the gallery throughout the summer. Every applicant has the option to have their name and primary medium included in this roster, acting as a physical directory for summer visitors and regional collectors to discover your work through Artizan. Digital Foyer Display: A rolling digital presentation displayed on a screen in our gallery space. Every submitting artist will have one piece of work included in this loop, ensuring all applicants have a physical footprint in the venue during the exhibition. The "Selection Insights" Debrief: After the curation process is complete, all applicants will receive a concise debrief document from our curation team. This resource will outline the overarching trends we saw this year, what made the successful works stand out, and general “gallery readiness” advice to help support your future applications. Key Links Submissions: https://www.art-hub.co.uk/submissions Curatorspace Submissions: https://www.curatorspace.com/opportunities/detail/peninsula--the-south-west-open/10831 Word Doc Submissions: Download here Terms and Conditions: https://www.art-hub.co.uk/exhibitorsterms Payment Link: https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QTJZBBIK #Call #peninsula26 #pinned

Delamore Arts X Artizan Collective UPDATE APRIL 1ST: We've been able to add an extra, large space within the courtyard ideal for pairs or small groups, bookable by the day. See full details below. IMPORTANT NOTE: This is the second round of this call. Full details and terms can be found here . Call for Makers, Artists and Artisans: Maker Takeovers 2026 Artizan Collective is seeking applications from artists and makers to take on Maker Takeover spaces in The Stalls as part of Delamore Arts 2026. “After a successful first year in 2025 we’re looking forward to revisiting what we anticipate will be a popular feature of Delamore Arts 2026, both for artists and audiences. The Maker Takeovers are a great opportunity to sell direct to Delamore’s regular annual collectors, who value the chance to meet artists and makers face to face to hear about their practice.” Julie Brandon, Director Artizan Collective This is a selective call to which we are inviting applications. Round 2 Process Gaps that have not been booked as blocks are now available to book flexibly. Where blocks remain, this can still be booked with a 5% discount, or you can alternatively book a single day or your own multiday variation. *NEW* Large/Group Pod The new large/group pod is situated within the Stable Courtyard and is approximately twice the size of the existing "Large Pod". It includes hanging system for 2D display and we are able to provide some tables and surface display furniture. Power and a sink are available making the space ideal not only for display but also delivering demonstrations and carrying out live practice to engage audiences, and on good weather days you can make use of the courtyard area immediately outside the pod. Given the size of the space, we recommend groups consider it, and also booking for a minimum of two days to justify setup times. The space is secure so all items can be left overnight. All other amenities are as outlined for the wider Maker Takeover event. Available Dates Our remaining available dates are in the table below. Please note the details below for reading this table: Indicated prices are the daily rates When booked as a coloured block (e.g. 1st May - 4th May), a discount will be applied Where you book multiple days but not as a block, we cannot offer a discount. * Indicates that there are 2 pods available at this rate on this date No commission is taken on sales Dates will be filled on a first come first serve basis Standard Pod Large Pod *NEW* Group Pod 26th April - Launch Day (£60) 5th May (£65) 1st May (£95) 3rd May (£60) 6th May (£65) 2nd May (£95) 4th May (£60) 7th May (£65) 3rd May (£95) 5th May (£50)* 11th May (£65) 4th May (£95) 6th May (£50)* 12th May (£65) 5th May (£85) 7th May (£50)* 13th May (£65) 6th May (£85) 8th May (£50)* 14th May (£65) 7th May (£85) 9th May (£50) 26th May (£65) 8th May (£85) 10th May (£50) 27th May (£65) 9th May (£85) 11th May (£50)* 28th May (£65) 10th May (£85) 12th May (£50)* 29th May (£75) 11th May (£85) 13th May (£50)* 30th May (£75) 12th May (£85) 14th May (£50)* 13th May (£85) 18th May (£50)* 14th May (£85) 19th May (£50)* 15th May (£95) 20th May (£50)* 16th May (£95) 21st May (£50)* 17th May (£95) 22nd May (£60)* 18th May (£85) 23rd May (£60)* 19th May (£85) 24th May (£60)* 20th May (£85) 25th May (£60)* 21st May (£85) 26th May (£50) 22nd May (£95) 27th May (£50) 23rd May (£95) 28th May (£50) 24th May (£95) 29th May (£60) 25th May (£95) 30th May (£60) 26th May (£85) 31st May (£60) 27th May (£85) 28th May (£85) 29th May (£95) 30th May (£95) 31st May (£95) Submission Forms Word Document (fillable): Download a copy of the form here and email it to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk https://1drv.ms/w/c/e324e4197c111288/IQBySKRpZq93QKn5eo-F36JyAYL_0xsfluKiDCIObbYRYgE?e=ChDGDX PDF (printable/readable): Download a copy of the form here and either print, fill and post to Artizan, 7 Lucius St, Torquay, TQ2 5UW OR   print, fill, scan and email to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk   OR  use as a reference to submit the required information in the body of an email to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk   https://1drv.ms/b/c/e324e4197c111288/IQA14UVjlzM1T5TysY1UDyvtASPJlXEkZkc05NwXjge-mws?e=l9OoJQ Application Fee Please make your fee payment at the below link once you have made your submission: https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QONM6ZKF

We are seeking 4-5 artists with a plein air practice for a paid audience facing role as part of Delamore Arts 2026. Plein Air At Delamore Plein Air at Delamore will be a weekend long event that will open this year’s exhibition in the grounds of Delamore Estate, falling on the first May bank holiday weekend. Commissioned artists will be invited to create work in Delamore’s grounds and will then be invited to compete in the final professional’s day. Role Commissioned artists will paint on location, engaging with audiences about their practice and being a part of the events activity for the bank holiday weekend. Each painter will also hold a 1-2 hour session along the lines of a demonstration, paint along, technique workshop (their choosing) that audiences will be able to join for. We are seeking a diverse range of practices that demonstrate the breadth of plein air/open air creative processes, from the more traditional association with oil and watercolour, through to digital, urban, printmaking and other media. Professionals Competition On Day 3, the final day of the event, there will also be a professional’s competition with guest judges and cash prizes. There will be a fee for competing artists to setup for the day, but our commissioned artists will be given free entry to compete, and we would very much like them to join for this element. Event Timings The event will run from May 2 nd  – 4 th . Activity Date Delamore Live: Artists in Action: No other painters on site, audiences will explore Delamore’s exhibitions and grounds and will be invited to observe and engage with our commissioned painters. Saturday 2 nd Delamore Creates: Bring a Brush and Have a Go: Families and painters will be invited to come to Delamore and get involved, painting in the grounds. Sunday 3 rd The Delamore Open: The Open Air Art Competition: A competitive judged paint off day. All commissioned artists are invited to participate with no fee. Monday 4 th   Delamore’s opening times are 10:30-16:30 and we request your activity is for the full duration of these times excluding comfort breaks and a 45-minute lunch break. Delamore staff will be available throughout the day to support in any setup, securing of equipment and other reasonable requests. Fee Each commissioned artist will receive a fee of £180.00 (total) plus reasonable travel expenses. You will also receive a soup lunch from the Delamore café (day 1 only). Applying and Selection We will select artists to create a diverse and engaging event with a focus on different practices, styles and activity. We will also need to see evidence of sufficient experience painting on location and engaging with audiences. You can download the submission form from the links below, or visit the application page on curatorspace. Deadline for applications is April 10th. Word Form: Plein Air at Delamore - Call For Demo Artists.docx PDF Form: Plein Air at Delamore - Call For Demo Artists (Fillable).pdf Curatorspace: https://www.curatorspace.com/opportunities/detail/plein-air-at-delamore-call-for-delamore-artists/10510 Terms and Conditions 1. Sales, Display, and Commission Works produced across the two days may be requested for display during the month of May. These works can be displayed either commercially or Not For Sale (NFS) at the artist's discretion. If displayed commercially, works will be subject to Delamore’s standard commission fee of 35%. It is acceptable to take commercial enquiries for the works you’re producing on the day. However, works cannot be taken away until Delamore has had first refusal to display them for the duration of the exhibition. Any sales agreed upon or facilitated on Delamore grounds during the event will incur Delamore’s standard commission fee of 35%. 2. On-Site Conduct and Safety Artists must respect the Delamore grounds. There is absolutely no disposal of paint water, solvents, or materials into the grounds, bushes, or drains. We understand that some mess is a natural part of the creative process. However, where the use of messy materials is excessive, artists must take suitable protective steps (e.g., using drop-cloths) to prevent overspray or spills onto grass, trees, or historic stonework. Any hazardous materials or tools must be approved by the organiser. No mains electricity will be provided on the grounds. Artists using digital devices or other makers must ensure all tools and devices are hand-operated or strictly battery-powered. 3. Marketing and Promotion Commissioned artists will be required to participate in all marketing and promotion in the build-up to, and during, the event, including contributing to press interviews. By participating, artists grant Delamore the right to photograph them and their artwork during the event for future marketing, promotional, and social media purposes. Artists may verbally promote their practice and hand out business cards to audiences. You may also display sketchbooks or examples of your practice to help illustrate your process. To prevent litter and maintain the visual aesthetic of the grounds, flyers, unauthorized banners, and independent signage are strictly prohibited. 4. Logistics and Liability Delamore staff will be on hand to assist throughout the day, but you may request free entry for a support volunteer to assist you. Unfortunately, we cannot provide lunch for support volunteers. Reasonable travel expenses are determined at the discretion of the organiser. Delamore accepts no liability for loss, theft, or damage to any artwork, equipment, or personal belongings, nor for any personal injury sustained during the event. Artists participate at their own risk. Artists will be asked to confirm in writing that they hold all relevant public liability insurance for delivering this type of activity (we recommend https://www.a-n.co.uk/ ). Failure to comply with any of the above rules, terms, or reasonable requests from Delamore staff may result in termination of your contract.

Artizan Women’s Open Image from the preview of the Artizan Women's Open 2024 The narrative for women in the arts over the past twelve months arguably has seen some stark dualities. 2025 was a year of historic breakthroughs. An auction milestone was reached in May 2024 as Leonora Carrington’s Les Distractions de Dagobert  fetched $28.5 million at Sotheby’s - a record for a British-born woman artist and a market validation of female Surrealism – and this momentum was also seen in private spheres, with the Art Basel & UBS Survey of Global Collecting 2025  reporting that work by women reached a seven-year high of 44% within the portfolios of high-net-worth collectors. However, while the market celebrated historical figures, contemporary institutional progress remains slow. The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) continues to highlight this, reminding us that globally, only 13.7% of artists represented by major galleries are women - a figure that has barely moved despite a year of high-profile "inclusion" initiatives. This plateau is risks being reenforced by technology. New research shows a significant bias in generative AI, finding that for neutral prompts such as "a portrait of a great artist," models defaulted to male-coded imagery over 80% of the time. This digital erasure was met in early 2025 by the viral "Invisible Woman" campaign, highlighting how the male gaze is being baked into the future of creative technology, restricting women to passive roles as "muses" rather than creators. Data from the Burns Halperin Report audits continue to inform todays conversation, revealing that progress has entered a period of fatigue. In major museums, works by women still account for just 11% of acquisitions, and programming for women appeared to be slipping back into the safer territory of group shows, rather than the career-defining solo exhibitions required for true parity. Perhaps most telling was the 2025 "Artists Speak" report from SMU DataArts. The report identified a persistent maternal wall and a significant disparity in unpaid labour, revealing that women artists are still disproportionately burdened by administrative and domestic tasks that fragment creative time. We see a world where women are increasingly "visible" in the news, yet still economically, digitally, and spatially squeezed in the studio and the gallery.   The Return of the Women’s Open The Artizan Women’s Open returns for 2026 to keep this narrative open. Three years of incredible support has shown us that our artists and audiences want to have this conversation as much as we do. For 2026, we are evolving. Whilst maintaining our traditional, high-standard Open Call for those who wish to lead with the work alone, we’re also introducing new, thematic entries for those who wish to explicitly address some of the key barriers faced within the industry. We hope this will provide space for everyone to contribute to the conversation and also allow us to expand the exhibitions potential to bring awareness of critical narratives for women artists. Your contribution is vital to this record.   Submission Models for 2026 You may submit works within any of the following four categories (mixing between categories is allowed). These categories allow you to contextualise your work on your own terms; they do not change the fundamental standard of the exhibition but rather expand how we talk about the work on the walls. You can submit under multiple categories up to a maximum of 6 works. Advice to Applicants The nature of this diversified call means there are a lot of moving parts. We advise reading through the various options and consider submitting to a maximum of two themes. Once you know what categories you want to submit under, check the submission notes and sizes carefully, and make sure you have all the information for your submission to hand (work titles, dimensions, images etc. as well as any special fields). And if in doubt, talk to us. 01. THE OPEN CALL (Standard Entry) This remains our traditional entry model. It is designed for artists who wish to engage with the exhibition as they always have: by submitting their best work to be judged on its own merits, free from a thematic lens, celebrating the autonomy and excellence of women artists. Notes: This is a commercial category, works are submitted for sale. This category is for completed works in any media. You can submit up to the submission limit of 6 works under this category. Sizes: 2D Single has a maximum dimension of 75cm in any direction (i.e. 1 of your 6 entries) 2D Double has a maximum dimension of 100cm in any direction (i.e. 2 of your 6 entries) 3D Single has a maximum dimension of 75cm in any direction 3D Double has a maximum dimension of 120cm in any direction 02. BARRIERS (The Social Invoice) The BARRIERS  category looks to share an audit of the creative “cost”, inviting artists to submit finished works alongside testimony of the work that went into creating them. Most gallery visitors only see the finished piece. They don’t see the "hidden" side of being an artist: the late nights, the unpaid admin, or the struggle to balance work with family life. In 2025, research showed that the arts sector often relies on "passion exploitation," where artists are expected to work for free just to keep their careers going. To reveal this "invisible labour" we’re asking you to submit its "Social Invoice," which will be presented as a physical thermal receipt to visualize the hidden paper trail of creation. This invoice functions as the exhibition label for the work, not just displaying the title medium and price, but also itemising the "ghost hours" and systemic costs - such as passion exploitation, unpaid administrative time, or caregiving duties - that are traditionally erased by the gallery’s white walls. The specific format of the invoice remains entirely up to the artist; they may choose to list precise financial costs, total hours sacrificed, or simply a descriptive ledger of the domestic and professional barriers they navigated. Each individual work submission will consist of: A ready to display artwork The social invoice for that work Notes: This is a commercial category, works can be submitted for sale or not for sale. This category is for completed works in any media. We recommend submitting a maximum of 2 works under this theme. You may submit additional works under another theme. Your “social invoice” is a text only submission but other than this is not prescriptive and can include any information you want to attach to the labour involved in creating your work. You may wish to give items a time cost (e.g. The "Late Fee": Waiting 3 months for a previous client to pay me so I could buy materials - 90 Days of Stress) a monetary cost (e.g. The “Boomerang Fee”: Courier charges to return unsold work from another exhibition - £50.00) or something else entirely. Sizes: 2D Single has a maximum dimension of 75cm in any direction (i.e. 1 of your 6 entries) 2D Double has a maximum dimension of 100cm in any direction (i.e. 2 of your 6 entries) 3D Single has a maximum dimension of 75cm in any direction 3D Double has a maximum dimension of 120cm in any direction 03. THE 13% THRESHOLD (Spatial Presence) For those whose work demands significant physical or conceptual space, this category responds to the fact that major gallery representation of women has held stubbornly at a low 13.7%. We invite works that intentionally challenge this limit through their refusal to be squeezed, either in their scale or the power of their concepts. We’ll be dedicating 13% of the gallery space to the display of works in this category. Each individual work submission will consist of: A ready to display artwork A brief description of the works physical or metaphorical scale Display instructions Notes: This is a commercial category, works can be submitted for sale or not for sale. This category is for completed works in any media. A maximum of 1 work can be submitted in this category. You may submit additional works under another theme. Please provide detailed display instructions and consider emailing supporting images. Due to the deliberate choice to limit the gallery space available for these works only a small number of works will be selected in this theme. Sizes There are no size limits on this submission but you should consider the scale of the venue when submitting your work. 04. UNFINISHED (The Archive of Stolen Time) This category acknowledges that for many women, creative output is often a series of fragments of “stolen time” reclaimed from lifes other pressures. In 2025, research showed that 72% of arts workers suffered from high stress and burnout, and many have reached a crisis point where they considered leaving the arts entirely. We want to move away from the idea that only "finished" work has value. This category is a monument to the work that remains unmade because life got in the way. We are creating an archive of the "unfinished" to show exactly what the arts sector loses when its people aren't supported. Each individual work submission will consist of: An unfinished artwork A timestamp for when the work was paused (this can be estimated but is ideally a full date) Details of how the work is to be displayed Notes: Works can be displayed as “not for sale” or  “sold as seen” or as “pre-order” “Sold as Seen” works are displayed for sale in the raw incomplete state “Pre-order” works are displayed as concepts for final pieces. Sales details provided should be for the final work, effectively taking payment in advance for the completed piece. Work displayed on this basis demonstrate commitment to produce the final work within a reasonable timeframe if commissioned. This category is for incomplete works in any media. We recommend submitting a maximum of 2 works under this theme. You may submit additional works under another theme. You should provide detail of how your incomplete work is to be displayed and may be required to provide any special fixtures to facilitate this. Sizes 2D Single has a maximum dimension of 75cm in any direction (i.e. 1 of your 6 entries) 2D Double has a maximum dimension of 100cm in any direction (i.e. 2 of your 6 entries) 3D Single has a maximum dimension of 75cm in any direction 3D Double has a maximum dimension of 120cm in any direction THE BACKLOG PROJECT (Male Solidarity) We invite male-identifying artists to support this year’s exhibition through the backlog project. The Contribution:  Male artists pay a submission fee and deliver a work. The Reality:  The work remains completely packaged and unopened on the gallery floor for the duration of the show removing its commercial potential. The Impact:  Proceeds from these fees will fund a Curation Fee for a woman artist, commissioned to arrange these "unseen" packages in the space as an installation. Notes: This is a non-commercial submission. This is a symbolic contribution that enables participation, the male artist will receive no remuneration or recognition for their part in the show. The installation as a whole will be recognised as the work of the commissioned woman artist. Value For Every Artist Whilst we can’t remove submission fees from our model at this time, we believe in ensuring value for artists who support us through their applications to work with us. To ensure our process builds visibility for all, every applicant - regardless of the final curation - will receive: The AWO Commonplace Book (Optional Opt-In): Historically excluded from formal higher education and professional institutions, women utilised commonplace books as vital intellectual "workspaces" to construct authoritative identities and engage with culture from the domestic realm. These compilations allowed women to transcend traditional gender roles by merging household management with scientific observation, literary composition, and political critique, bridging the gap between private life and the public sphere. As a nod to these texts, we’re creating “The AWO Commonplace Book”. You may optionally complete a professional profile and mini-interview to be included in this document, a digital resource to be shared with all applicants to help you discover and connect with your peers. IWD Spotlights: Profiles from The Commonplace Book  will be used for our International Women’s Day (IWD) campaign, featuring artist spotlights on our public channels throughout the exhibition. Submissions received before IWD will be used as part of our social campaign for this event. IWD Networking Event: All artists who submit before International Women’s Day will receive an invitation to our IWD event. The 2025 Industry Briefing: A curated report gathering some of the critical 2025 moments. This report will exclusively be available to applicants to AWO 2026. Make A Submission Submissions are now solely being taken through our internal platform or via our exhibition access support. You can make a submission at www.art-hub.co.uk/submissions If you are not able to use this system for any reason, please email submissions@artizangallery.co.uk and we'll endeavour to support an alternative application method. Please remember we are a small team, and therefore access support requests should be made well in advance of the opportunity deadline to best enable us to assist. Fees Standard Entry - £35.00 Discretionary Entry - We welcome you to self-assess that you qualify for a reduced entry fee if it helps you to participate in the exhibition - £20.00 Commission on sales 35% Key Dates and Links International Women's Day Event: TBC within 6th - 8th March Call Deadline: 5th March Confirmations: 6th March Delivery of Works: 6th March - 15th March Exhibition Setup: 16th - 20th March Exhibition Launch: 21st March Exhibition Dates: 22nd March - 26th April Exhibition Page: www.art-hub.co.uk/ex/awo25 Submission Page: www.art-hub.co.uk/submissions Application Support: submissions@artizangallery.co.uk Terms and Conditions: http://www.art-hub.co.uk/exhibitorsterms #Call #awo26 #pinned #ArtizanWomensOpen #ArtizanTorquay #ArtizanCollective

Torre Abbey has announced the acquisition of a major new work by Torbay-based artist James Murch, created during his time as part of the Geopark Artist Residency Programme. The purchase continues Torre Abbey’s history of collecting contemporary art to add to the existing nationally important collection. The acquisition is one of the landmark outcomes of the Torbay Local Heritage Grant Scheme (LHGS), which supported more than 25 small groups, individuals, and organisations to develop innovative projects exploring Torbay’s heritage. Delivered in partnership by Torre Abbey, Artizan Collective CIC, and the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, the residency scheme enabled participating artists to create ambitious new works in response to Torbay’s significant UNESCO designation, that they would not otherwise have been able to realise, embedding fresh creative narratives into the region’s cultural legacy. A Residency with Impact The Geopark Artist Residency Programme offered four artists the opportunity to explore and reinterpret Torbay’s unique natural and cultural landscapes. At Torre Abbey, James Murch produced his Roots and Relics series, an exploration of the tension between heritage conservation and the natural processes of growth, erosion, and reclamation. Speaking on the acquisition, James said: “It’s an incredible honour to have my work become part of a museum collection. As an artist, you hope your work will resonate with people, but knowing it will be preserved, shared, and given a life beyond the studio makes it truly special. To have that happen here carries an even deeper significance. Torre Abbey has been a place of learning and inspiration throughout my residency, and to see this period of creativity culminate in a lasting contribution to its collection is profoundly meaningful.” Following his 2020 residency at Cockington Court, James established his permanent studio there, where the surrounding grounds continue to inform his open-air practice. Manifestation, the sister piece to the work acquired by Torre Abbey, is on display in his studio together with studies and supporting works from the residency. Torre Abbey Statement “We are delighted to welcome James Murch’s Roots and Relics series into the Torre Abbey collection. This acquisition represents a meaningful step in our commitment to supporting contemporary artists and embedding local creative voices into our nationally significant holdings. James’s work offers a powerful reflection on the interplay between heritage and nature, themes that resonate deeply with our site and its history. We are proud to have played a role in enabling this work through the Geopark Artist Residency Programme and look forward to sharing it with our audiences for years to come.” Significance for Torre Abbey The acquisition was made possible by Torbay Council through the Art Object Fund linked to Torre Abbey. This is the first acquisition from the Geopark Artist Residency Programme and marks a pivotal moment in the Abbey’s collecting history. It introduces a contemporary, locally rooted perspective into a collection traditionally known for its historic and Pre-Raphaelite works, expanding the narrative scope of the museum. The acquisition underscores Torre Abbey’s evolving role as both a guardian of heritage and a platform for contemporary cultural expression in Torbay. It reflects the Abbey’s dedication to fostering creative engagement with place and heritage and support of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Partner Reflections The acquisition is also being celebrated as an exemplar of partnership working. By combining enabling grants with innovative residency approaches, the programme demonstrated how limited resources can be leveraged to create long-term cultural value. Jacob Brandon, Director of Artizan Collective CIC, commented: “This purchase is not just the addition of a single artwork; it is the embodiment of what can happen when artists are enabled to openly explore their practice in response to place. Through the residency scheme, James and the other artists were able to develop work that speaks directly to Torbay’s layered histories and living heritage. To see that work now preserved within Torre Abbey’s collection is a legacy we are proud to share in.” Nick Powe, Chair of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark said: “Torbay’s UNESCO Geopark designation is founded on the outstanding geological heritage of the English Riviera.  Fundamental to the designation is celebrating how the natural environment is connected to the community, to the people who live and visit the area. This residency is a great example of doing exactly this and we are delighted to be working with James Murch and Torre Abbey on this project.” A Wider Programme of Success The Geopark Artist Residencies formed part of a wider suite of Local Heritage Grant Scheme projects, which together created powerful new narratives around Torbay’s heritage. From experimental exhibitions to community-led initiatives, the scheme has broadened how local history is told, ensuring that Torbay’s diverse stories reach audiences locally and beyond. The acquisition of James Murch’s work cements the residency programme’s legacy, not only in the memory of its exhibitions but within the walls of Torre Abbey itself. James Murch and works Foretelling and Manifestation in the grounds of Torre Abbey/ More Information The Geopark Artist Residency Programme The Geopark Artist Residency Programme was a collaborative initiative of Torre Abbey, Artizan Collective CIC, and the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. It supported four artists to produce new bodies of work interpreting Torbay’s internationally significant heritage, combining studio space, enabling grants, and curated showcases at Torre Abbey and Artizan Collective Gallery. The programme piloted lean, partnership-based commissioning, delivered 150+ days of artist access, public events, and licensed digital collections for long-term Geopark storytelling. Torre Abbey Founded in 1196, Torre Abbey is Torbay’s most historic building complex and one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in Devon and Cornwall. An accredited museum and Scheduled Ancient Monument, it holds a regionally and nationally important art collection (including Pre-Raphaelite work), significant botanical collections, and a Hartley Clear Span palm house. Recent restoration has focused on safeguarding the site while enhancing public engagement. Artizan Collective CIC Artizan Collective CIC is a Torquay-based social enterprise supporting sustainable creative careers and high-quality cultural experiences for local communities. Operating two galleries and a studio hub, Artizan curates year-round exhibitions, residencies, mentoring and public programmes, and partners across the region to widen access to the arts and nurture talent. The English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark The English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark is an internationally recognised landscape telling over 400 million years of Earth history—from tropical seas to Permian deserts—and celebrating the deep connections between geology, biodiversity, people and culture. The designation promotes protection, education and sustainable development while strengthening pride of place. Torbay Local Heritage Grant Scheme (LHGS) The Torbay Local Heritage Grant Scheme, made possible by investment from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, is a Torbay Culture programme to improve access and participation in Torbay’s heritage and to raise awareness of, and celebrate, the area’s UNESCO Global Geopark designation. Running from mid-2023 to late-2025, the scheme offered grants from £500 to £5,000 for activity and up to £7,500 for capital, with three application rounds across 2023–2025. In January 2024, Torbay Council confirmed an additional £12,500 of Council funding alongside the National Lottery support. Programme Funding Credits This Geopark Artist Residency programme was delivered in partnership by Artizan Collective CIC, Torre Abbey, and the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Funded by the Torbay Local Heritage Grant Scheme through National Lottery Heritage Fund investment, with additional support from the Cultural Assets Fund (administered by the National Heritage Memorial Fund), the Museum Estate and Development Fund (Arts Council England), Torbay Council, and the Friends of Torre Abbey (FOTA).   #JamesMurch #Geopark #EnglishRivieraGeopark #UNESCO #jmac25 #geoparkac25 #geoparkresidencies25 #jm25 #geoparkta25 #geoparkresidencies #geoparkjm24

The Old Workshop Gallery - Delamore Calls 2026 New to Delamore Stableyard Arts Quarter 2026, The Old Workshop Gallery welcomes core Devon arts collectives to have a presence at one of the regions best loved arts events. The opportunity offers your organisation and its members to exhibit and sell work, provide workshops and demonstrations, and promote your work and what you do to Delamore’s loyal audience of collectors in person. Administrative Details This opportunity is managed by Artizan Collective CIC on behalf of Delamore Arts. All enquiries for this opportunity are made to Artizan Collective CIC. Offer The opportunity includes: Week long exclusive occupancy of The Old Workshop Gallery for your organisation to curate and activate to your needs; Curate your own offer to your members to participate; Opportunity to provide workshops, demonstrations and drop-ins; Sell your work and activities commission free; Meet Delamore’s audiences face to face and share your activity; Promotion as part of the Delamore 2026 programme; WiFi and core services available; Optional support taking payments (5% fee applied). What we’re looking for A strong proposal will demonstrate that you will showcase your organisation and its members to a high standard and offer a mix of activity for audiences to engage with (i.e. buying and viewing work, meeting artists, taking part). It would be useful for us to know how you will engage your individual members in participating and what opportunities you plan to offer them. Ultimately, we want to see that all parties are enriched by the experience, your organisation, your members, and Delamore’s audience. Important requirements to note: You are responsible for all communication with your members about how you manage your occupancy and shape the opportunity with them. We can manage this for anadditional fee ; You are responsible for managing the stewarding of your space and you are required to have your space open to Delamore’s audiences for the entirety of your booked period during their opening hours (10:30-4:30 daily); You are responsible for setting and curating your space and whilst some display equipment is available it is your responsibility to ensure you have everything you need; You must hold sufficient public liability insurance and we recommend all your participating artists also have their own exhibitions insurance as their work is displayed at their own liability unless you choose otherwise to indemnify them. Workshops, Demonstrations and Drop-ins Demonstrations of creative practice have proven really popular with Delamore audiences. We trialled workshops for the first time in 2025 with moderate success, but found drop-ins, with a low fee and no requirement to pre-book, were really popular. You are welcome to offer pre-booked workshops, and we will support your marketing efforts by sharing any posts you tag us in, but these are largely delivered at your own discretion and our recommendation based on 2025 is that drop-ins and demos are more suited to this setting. Where you do choose to offer pre-booked workshops, you should note that all participants are required to pay entry to Delamore, and your workshop should therefore include time in its schedule for participants to explore the rest of the events offer. Fees There is a £600.00 fee for the space which entitles you to exclusive use for a 1-week period with 0% commission fees. There is no application fee for this opportunity. Dates Set up day for all bookings is Monday and in some circumstances, we may be able to receive items the Sunday evening prior to your booking. You are welcome to open on the Monday if you are ready but otherwise slots are considered to be Tuesday-Sunday. The four available date blocks (inclusive of setup day) are as follows: 4 th  – 10 th  May 11 th  – 17 th  May 18 th  – 24 th  May 25 th  – 31 st  May The Space The Old Workshop Gallery is a well-lit, white stone walled, cobble floored space, with large rolling door opening up onto the main arts courtyard. It comes equipped with a Stas Cliprail hanging system and plenty of wires and hooks for the display of hanging work, and a range of tables, plinths, easels and other display equipment, though we recommend bringing your own display resources as well to enable you to properly plan your display. By nature, the cobbled floor us uneven, so a stockpile of packing and blocks will be provided for levelling and stabilising of all surfaces. There is a sink in the space to support workshops, and a covered entrance awning will be in place for added protection in the case of inclement weather. Stewards will have access to restrooms, small kitchen and WiFi. Food is also available from the onsite café. The space is fully securable allowing displays to be left overnight and stay up for the duration of the week. The space is welcoming, bright and spacious, but should not be considered, a “white box” gallery space. Viewings will be available in January/February. Applications Applications can be made to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk by sending the below: Full contact details for lead applicant A link to your organisation’s website Your preferred date block Maximum 1 page summary of your proposed use of the space to include as a minimum: How you will use the space How you will offer the opportunity to your members What activity you will deliver (e.g. exhibition, workshops, demonstrations) Invitations We will solicit applications from known organisations. If you represent a group and wish to be invited to make an application, please send details of your work and membership to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk

The Courtyard Shop - Delamore Calls 2026 New to Delamore Stableyard Arts Quarter 2026, the Courtyard Shop will showcase high quality arts products from Devon artists, artisans and makers. Think original textiles, wearable art, functional items, stationery, and quality artist materials. The shop will offer a new buying experience at Delamore, in line with the events reputation for high quality arts. Administrative Details This opportunity is managed by Artizan Collective CIC on behalf of Delamore Arts. All enquiries for this opportunity are made to Artizan Collective CIC. What we’re looking for We’re open to approaches from any artist who thinks they may have something that fits with this brief. Importantly, we will be looking for “stockable” items e.g. 10 handmade art books The below list of examples is for guidance only. Original greetings cards Handmade art books Original stationery High quality zines and art books Handmade decorations such as mobiles and hanging items Tableware such as paperweights, serviettes, candleholders Wearable art such as handmade clothes, accessories Handmade functional items and homewares such as lampshades, cushions, lighting Artist materials and supplies such as handmade brushes, yarns, inks, or art kits Ceramics As we have the Kiln Room as a separate dedicated exhibition space, we will only accept ceramics to the Courtyard Shop where there is a specific justification to do so. We welcome enquiries but will consider these on a case-by-case basis. Merchandise We consider “merchandise” to be any reproduction item. Examples may include printed greetings cards, digitally produced tote bags or other homewares. Whilst these are not explicitly excluded, our focus is on original handmade items, and anything considered to fall into this category will have to meet high quality standards. Exception for Digital Artists In the case of digital art where the above reproduction methods are inherent in making the work physical, this will not be considered merchandising but quality standards will still be expected. Sales Terms If successful, we will invite you to consign an agreed volume of stock to us for the entire period of Delamore 2026 on a sale or return basis. A commission of 40% will be taken on all sales. Expressions of Interest If you are interested in showing in the Courtyard Shop you should submit an Expression of Interest to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk with the following information: Clear examples of any items you wish to supply with images and descriptions (e.g. “Hand carved wooden napkin rings with a range of designs, sold individually or as sets”) Clear details of volume available with description of whether items are “identical” or “variable” (e.g. “10 pairs of round earrings with unique motifs) Prices inclusive of commission Link to website or social media where we can find out more about you and your work Any additional relevant information to enable us to review your submission We will consider enquiries on a rolling basis until one month before the event but may close applications before this time if we feel we have sufficient work.

Call for Artists: Wellswood Village Christmas Street Fayre (Thu 11 December, 4–9pm) We’re pleased to once again be working with Wellswood Community Partnership to develop a Christmas creative offer as part of their annual festive Street Fayre! This will be our third year, and once again we’re able to welcome 4-5 artists to our dedicated cluster opposite Mrs Jones Deli.   Event Snapshot -        Date & time:  Thu 11 December, 4–9pm -        Location:  Wellswood Village, Torquay (street closed Kents Pub → Flower Corner) -        Organiser:  Wellswood Community Partnership (WCP) -        Format:  Outdoor evening street fayre; each artist has their own stall/pitch   Your Offer This is only the third year that the fayre has had a commercial gift offer. Based on previous years, we would recommend applying if any of the below applies to you: -        Strong, gift friendly work , potentially including greetings cards or workshop vouchers -        Artwork Price Range up to £60 -        Able to offer free or low cost (under £12) drop-in activity  (e.g. card making)   What You’ll Need -        Your own display kit and weather-safe 3×3m gazebo  (or similar), with adequate  weights  (no stakes). -        Significant battery operated lighting (no mains power available and this is an outdoor, after dark event). -        Float/card reader; packaging; signage; any materials for your activity. -        Public Liability Insurance  (min. £5m recommended) and a simple  risk assessment  for your activity/stall.   Fees and Donation -        The organiser (WCP) requests a  £25 voluntary contribution  towards event costs. -        If selected, we may pass this £25 on at cost (i.e., paid by each participating artist to help stage the event). We’ll confirm once places are allocated.   Applications Please submit the below to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk : 1.      5 images  of your work (and 1 of your stall if available). 2.      Short description  of your planned drop-in activity, if providing (what, duration, participant price ≤ £12). 3.      Price range  for works you’ll bring (aiming mainly ≤ £60). 4.      Stall footprint  (gazebo size) and any access needs. 5.      Confirmation you hold  PLI  (or will arrange it) and can provide a simple  risk assessment . Notifications:  We’ll confirm selections no later than  December 1st . Set-up/arrival:  From  TBC—likely 2–3pm ; full details issued to selected artists. Weather:  This is an  outdoor winter event ; ensure your stall is secure, weighted, and weather-ready. #Pinned #Call #CallForArtists #WellswoodChristmasMarket #ArtizanTorquay