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Keep up to date with all the news from the VAA and VAA Artists, alongside tips to help you progress your career as an artist...
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UPCOMING DEADLINES
Deadline: 10th June | Visual Art Open Awards
Deadline: 10th June | Visual Art Open Awards
Visual Art Open – an international art prize celebrating emerging and established artists worldwide. Enter for a chance to win £10,000 in prizes and showcase your work at the prestigious London Finalists Exhibition, hosted at the iconic Minster Builiding.
VAA OpenSpaces 2026 | Global Art Trail
VAA OpenSpaces 2026 | Global Art Trail
Art doesn't need permission, just a place. With the VAA OpenSpaces 2025 campaign, be part of a global art trail transforming everyday places.
EVENTS CALENDAR
EVENTS CALENDAR
Awards
Visual Art Open 2026 | Apply Now
Visual Art Open 2026 | Apply Now
Visual Art Open – an international art prize celebrating emerging and established artists worldwide. Enter for a chance to win £10,000 in prizes and showcase your work at the prestigious London Finalists Exhibition, hosted at the iconic Minster Builiding.
Visual Art Open 2025 | View Winners
Visual Art Open 2025 | View Winners
Meet the Visual Art Open 2025 winners and explore their exceptional artworks. Celebrating innovation and talent across painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media, the VAO highlights some of today’s most inspiring contemporary artists.
Artist of the Year Awards | Applications Open
Artist of the Year Awards | Applications Open
AOTY 2025 | 2025 Winners Gallery
AOTY 2025 | 2025 Winners Gallery
Discover the VAA AOTY 2025 Winners Gallery and celebrate the Visual Artists Association’s most exceptional artists. Explore their award-winning creations and artistic journeys.
AOTY 2025 Overall Winner Solo Exhibition
AOTY 2025 Overall Winner Solo Exhibition
AOTY 2025 Winners Group Exhibition
AOTY 2025 Winners Group Exhibition
2026 EVENTS
23rd April | The Legal Hour | Live Q&A
23rd April | The Legal Hour | Live Q&A
Legal Hour: Copyright and Intellectual Property Thursday 23rd April, from 13:00 BST (UK time) | Online Copyright is one of the most misunderstood areas of law for working artists and […]
30th April | Workshop | Turning Everyday Spaces Into Exhibitions
30th April | Workshop | Turning Everyday Spaces Into Exhibitions
6th May | Bootcamp: Online Art Sales | Intensive Course
6th May | Bootcamp: Online Art Sales | Intensive Course
12th May | VAA In Conversation | FOLLOW.ART
12th May | VAA In Conversation | FOLLOW.ART
13th May | Creative Futures | FREE Online Discussion
13th May | Creative Futures | FREE Online Discussion
19th May | Masterclass | The Role of Art Criticism Today
19th May | Masterclass | The Role of Art Criticism Today
28th May | Why Your Art Isn't Selling | 90 Day Visibility Plan - Visual Artists Association
28th May | Why Your Art Isn't Selling | 90 Day Visibility Plan - Visual Artists Association
25th June | OpenSpaces 2026 - Meet Our Partner Venues - Visual Artists Association
25th June | OpenSpaces 2026 - Meet Our Partner Venues - Visual Artists Association
30th June | Art Cafe | Crossing Borders - Building an International Art Career
30th June | Art Cafe | Crossing Borders - Building an International Art Career
2nd July | Masterclass | Getting Ready: Planning, Curating & Promoting Your Exhibition - Visual Artists Association
2nd July | Masterclass | Getting Ready: Planning, Curating & Promoting Your Exhibition - Visual Artists Association
14th July | Bootcamp: Instagram for Artists | 90-Minute Course
14th July | Bootcamp: Instagram for Artists | 90-Minute Course
16th July | How Creatives Build Lasting Careers - Visual Artists Association
16th July | How Creatives Build Lasting Careers - Visual Artists Association
21st July | Legal Hour: Working with Galleries - Visual Artists Association
21st July | Legal Hour: Working with Galleries - Visual Artists Association
13th August | Art Café | Building Multiple Income Streams as an Artist - What Actually Works - Visual Artists Association
13th August | Art Café | Building Multiple Income Streams as an Artist - What Actually Works - Visual Artists Association
VAA Courses
On-Demand Course | Art Sales Academy
On-Demand Course | Art Sales Academy
VAA Art Sales Academy, a four-week course that will empower you with the knowledge and tactics used by leading galleries & sales experts.
On-Demand Course | Getting Gallery Ready
On-Demand Course | Getting Gallery Ready
Graduate to Pro show, in construction.
Course Waitlist
Course Waitlist
VAA Resources
Artist Support Group
Artist Support Group
Art Opportunities
Art Opportunities
The best open calls, residencies, calls for art, grants, exhibitions, and many more artist opportunities, brought to you by the VAA.
VAA BOOKS
Good Art Does Not Sell Itself
Good Art Does Not Sell Itself
Buy Good Art Does Not Sell Itself: The Artist's Definitive Guide to Visibility and Opportunities by O'Neill, Shirley-Ann, O'Hare, Laura (ISBN: 9781739171209) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Securing Representation
Securing Representation
VAA Partners & Offers
30% Off Singulart Membership for VAA Members
30% Off Singulart Membership for VAA Members
Shop original artworks for sale from thousands of recognized artists from around the world. ✅ Buy art online worry free with our 30-day return policy.
20% Artwork Archive | Exclusive to VAA Members
20% Artwork Archive | Exclusive to VAA Members
The easy-to-use site to manage pieces, invoices & exhibitions. Trusted by professional artists for organization & business insights. Try our free trial!
10% OFF with VAA10 | Artfinder
10% OFF with VAA10 | Artfinder
Ready, set, sell: How to prepare for peak season success
Ready, set, sell: How to prepare for peak season success
Jackson's Art Supplies
Jackson's Art Supplies
Artists Futures Fund | Features
Lily Rees | In Collaboration with: Artists Futures Fund
Lily Rees | In Collaboration with: Artists Futures Fund
A short interview with Lily Rees, a Fellow from the Artists Futures Fund.
Dale Hardy | In Collaboration with: Artists Futures Fund
Dale Hardy | In Collaboration with: Artists Futures Fund
A short interview with Dale Hardy, a Fellow from the Artists Futures Fund.
Adam Charlton | In Collaboration with: Artists Futures Fund
Adam Charlton | In Collaboration with: Artists Futures Fund
A short interview with Adam Charlton, Artist Alumni from the Artists Futures Fund.
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