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Friends of Art4Space

February Newsletter

As a 'Friend of Art4Space' you will be receiving info on local events, artist development, members-only invitations and a wonderful creative prompt directly to your inbox every month.

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SAVE THE DATE:

Members Event

Join us for our very first event for our Members

Wednesday 20th May

5pm - 8pm

At Art4Space

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Creative Development

Urban Art Fair - Applications now open!

Following the success of last year Urban Art Brixton is back celebrating our 23rd year and once again transform South London’s tree lined Josephine Avenue into a bustling open air Art Fair Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July, free entry 10am to 6pm. 


With over 120 exhibitors this is a great opportunity to buy work direct from the artists and discover a wealth of creative skills, including Painting, Printmaking, Photography and Mixed Media. Exhibitors range from the novice to the established and with prices to match this really is an event for all art lovers, whatever your budget.

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Chinese Calligraphy Art - A Mindful Retreat

Saturday 21st February 2.30pm - 4pm

Paxton Centre, 52 Anerley Hill, Crystal Palace SE19 2AE

Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year, the year of the horse and immerse yourself in Chinese calligraphy art. Discover the Chinese language and learn the formation of words using brush art.

BOOK HERE

Mosaic Retreat at Tara Casa (Cartagena, Spain)

Various dates available from March to December

The annual mosaic retreat is back! Enjoy relaxed mosaic sessions with like-minded people, delicious home-cooked meals, and plenty of time to unwind. Stay at Tara Casa - a welcoming home with single or double/twin ensuite bedrooms, a private pool and peaceful gardens.

When you’re not in the studio, explore the ancient city of Cartagena, visit nearby beaches, or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. Optional massage, therapies and guided walks are also available to make your stay extra special.

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Things to Do & See

Open Mic Poetry Night - LGBTQ+ History Month Special

Saturday 28th February 7.30pm to 11pm

Book and Record Bar, 20 Norwood High Street SE27 9NR

An evening of powerful words as we celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month through poetry and spoken word. Are you also interested in taking the mic? Doesn't matter if it's your first time, here's your chance to take the spot light.

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​West Norwood FEAST Live Music Fundraiser

Saturday 28th February 7.30pm to 11pm

Book and Record Bar, 20 Norwood High Street SE27 9NR

An incredible line-up of local talent. All proceeds from the evening will support West Norwood Feast and help cover the costs of running our much-loved community market.

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Pretend Night (Monthly improv show)

20th February and 20th March 8pm

Omnibus Theatre, 1 Clapham Common Northside SW4 0QW

Each month a different combo of the funniest, most theatrical improv shows out there. With no scripts, and no pre-planning, the actors will create scenes and shows based on what you – the audience – want to see!

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Exhibitions

London Sewing Machine Museum

Open monthly, upcoming dates: Sat 7th March, Sat 4th April

Sat 2nd May, Sat 6th June, Sat 4th July

London Sewing Machine Museum, 308 Balham High Road, Tooting SW17 7AA

It’s one of London’s more eccentric museums and it’s hardly ever open, with the doors opening for just a few hours on the first Saturday of every month. MORE INFO

New Contemporaries

Exhibiting until 12th April

South London Gallery, 65–67 Peckham Road SE5 8UH

New Contemporaries, the leading organisation supporting early career and emerging artists in the UK, presents its annual group exhibition showcasing 26 artists selected through an open call by Pio Abad, Louise Giovanelli and Grace Ndiritu.

The artists engage with dystopian futures; critical responses to the climate crisis, gentrification, experiences of displacement and systems of power. They explore our relationships and connections with each other, our ancestors, and digital technologies across time and geographical borders. MORE INFO

Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life

Exhibiting Tuesday 17th Feb - Sunday 3rd May

Hayward Gallery, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road SE1 8XX

Marvel at the artist’s immense and intricate web-like installations, exploring the body, memory, consciousness and the fragility of existence. 

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Don't forget to enquire about Lambeth/Southwark resident discounts.

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Re-visit last month's Friends of Art4Space newsletter and creative exercise 

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Extra Resources

Creative Job Websites

Art Rabbit International platform for artist opportunities in events, open-calls, residencies, exhibitions, jobs.

Arts Council: Art Jobs Creative industry jobs

Charity Jobs The only job board specifically created for charity, not for profit, third sector and voluntary jobs in the UK

Craft Council Jobs, residencies, exhibition opportunities

Creative Access Opportunities particularly for under-represented people in the creative economy

If You Could Creative industry jobs

London Arts and Health Jobs in Creative Health

Run the Check Paid opportunities for creatives

Free or Discounted Entry

The arts should be accessible to everyone, so don't let the high entry fees stop you from going out and enjoying some live music, a performance or exhibition. Many exhibitions and galleries in London are free, but do remember to check for concession prices for paid exhibitions.

Here are some local venues offering discounted entry.



Ritzy Picturehouse, Brixton and West Norwood Library & Picturehouse - HAPPY MONDAYS (discounted cinema tickets)



South London Theatre, West Norwood - Pay what you can on Wednesdays.



SouthBank's Hayward Gallery Exhibitions - Reduced rates for Lambeth and Southwark residents.



Young Vic, Waterloo - Free or reduced rates for Lambeth and Southwark residents.

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