Artist Calendar: Opportunities, Classes and Exhibitions

A selection of events for artists, including workshops, art classes and art holidays. To view an event, click the tile to reveal the event details. Filter results by date, type of event, or region. To submit an event, fill out the form below the calendar.

Please note: due to UK government advice on social distancing regarding COVID-19, many events across the country have been postponed or cancelled. Please contact the event organiser directly for up-to-date information, or to amend a listing please email dan@jacksonsart.co.uk.

Our Gloucester Shop workshops have also been postponed.

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Wells Art Contemporary 2020

01octAll Day01febWells Art Contemporary 2020Type:ExhibitionsRegion:East Midlands,East of England,Greater London,International,Midlands,North East,North West,Northern Ireland,Scotland,South East,South West,Wales,West Midlands,Yorkshire and the Humber

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For its 2020 edition, Wells Art Contemporary received a record-breaking number of entries from 50 different countries around the world. Out of nearly 3,600 submissions sent by 1,742 creatives, 128 pieces by

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For its 2020 edition, Wells Art Contemporary received a record-breaking number of entries from 50 different countries around the world. Out of nearly 3,600 submissions sent by 1,742 creatives, 128 pieces by 122 artists were shortlisted by selectors Lisa Wright, Neville Gabie and Phillip Allen – making Wells Art Contemporary 2020 an exhibition of the very best in contemporary art today, across all disciplines, media and subjects.

All shortlisted works will be available to view and to purchase in a digital exhibition opening online on 1 October 2020 with the support of Arts Council England. The shortlisted artworks will also be displayed on a screen in the south transept of Wells Cathedral, allowing cutting-edge contemporary art to resonate with the 850-year-old architecture.

With pieces from emerging and established artists priced from £200 to £25,000 and spanning across painting, drawing, sculpture, video and photography, there will be an artwork for every collector and budget. From provocative self-photography to political paintings, hyper realistic portraits to abstract sculptures, and humorous videos to surrealistic images, the WAC shortlist is vibrant, honest, surprising and enticing… in a word, wacky.

Established in 2012 by artists for artists, Wells Art Contemporary (WAC) is an open competition for visual art based in Wells, Somerset. The yearly exhibition has already established a strong presence in the British art world and is drawing artists from around the globe. This year again, WAC presents a very diverse shortlist, with artists from the UK and across Europe, as well as Canada, Israel, Malaysia, Russia and more.

All shortlisted artists are eligible for the following prizes, which will be awarded in a virtual awards ceremony this winter:

RK Harrison Award: £2,000 awarded to one artist.

ChubbBulleid People’s Prize: £500 selected by visitors of the exhibition.

JGM Gallery Exhibition Prize: an exhibition at the JGM Gallery.

Next Generation Art Prize: a group exhibition at the Andelli Art Gallery, including a private view and social media support, awarded to an artist up to 30 years of age.

NG Art Creative Residency: a free two-week placement at the NG Art Creative Residency in Eygalières, Provence, including board and lodging, studio space, mentorship and residency-related outings.

The Curators’ Prize: £500 each will be awarded to four artists, including two student artists

Somerset Art Works Festival 2021 Award: an entry in the Somerset Art Works Festival 2021 with curatorial support, and 1-year SAW Membership.

Parker Harris Mentoring Prize: a one-to-one mentoring session covering all aspects of professional development to a selected artist.

To view the virtual exhibition and the works for sale, please visit: https://www.wellsartcontemporary.co.uk/2020-wac-awards

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October 1 (Thursday) - February 1 (Monday)

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Jackson's Painting Prize 2021 Submissions open

01dec11:00 am02mar(mar 2)5:00 pmJackson's Painting Prize 2021 Submissions openDeadline: 2 March, 2021Type:Artist opportunitiesRegion:International

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Jackson’s Painting Prize exists to champion exceptional artworks made by international creators at all points in their careers, with tailored prizes aimed to give successful applicants the exposure and resources

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Jackson’s Painting Prize exists to champion exceptional artworks made by international creators at all points in their careers, with tailored prizes aimed to give successful applicants the exposure and resources that are most relevant to them.

The competition is accepting original, 2-dimensional fine artworks in any painting or drawing media, from artists all over the world, of all ages and abilities. Entry is £5 per artwork and you may submit up to five paintings.

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Prizes

Jackson’s Painting Prize 2021 £6000

Emerging Artist Award £1000

People’s Choice Award £500 Jackson’s voucher

Outstanding Watercolour Award 500 Jackson’s voucher

Six Category Awards £500 each

– Animal
– Portrait / Figure
– Landscape / Cityscape / Seascape
– Still Life / Botanical
– Abstract / Non-representational
– Scenes of Everyday Life

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Submissions close: 5 pm (GMT) Tuesday 2 March

Longlist announced: Wednesday 17 March

Shortlist announced & People’s Choice Award voting opens: Wednesday 31 March

People’s Choice Award voting closes: 12 pm (GMT) Tuesday 13 April

People’s Choice Award winner announced: Wednesday 14 April

Outstanding Watercolour Award winner announced: Thursday 15 April

Six Category Award winners announced: Friday 16 April

Emerging Artist Award winner announced: Tuesday 20 April

Jackson’s Painting Prize 2021 winner announced: Wednesday 21 April

Visit jacksonsart.com/paintingprize to find out more.

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December 1 (Tuesday) 11:00 am - March 2 (Tuesday) 5:00 pm

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