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Applications Open Visual Art Open 2027 ✨ Join the 12th edition of the Visual Art Open, an international art award celebrating emerging and established artists worldwide. With a £10,000 prize fund, the VAO offers career-enhancing opportunities, professional support and the chance to exhibit your work in London. Overall Winner • £2,000 Cash Prize • Certificate of Achievement • Premium Annual Membership with the Visual Artists Association • Annual Mentorship Programme • Creative Development Programme • Solo Exhibition in London • Exhibition at the London Finalists Show • Dedicated Article About Your Art Practice Category Winners • £250 Cash Prize • Certificate of Achievement • Premium Annual Membership with the Visual Artists Association • Creative Development Programme • Exhibition at the London Finalists Show • Dedicated Article About Your Art Practice • Additional Online Promotion All Finalists • Exhibition Opportunity in Central London • Additional Online Promotion • Dedicated Event Content for Personal Use • Certificate of Achievement Every Entry • Exposure Across VAA Social Media Channels • Opportunities for Email Promotion to VAA’s 60,000+ Subscribers 👉 Discounted Entry Rates for Student Artists & Art Educators 👉 Comment APPLY to receive the application link directly 👉 Apply Now: https://www.visualartopen.com 👉 Early Application Deadline: 17th December 2026 Showcase your work, reach a wider audience and take the next step in your artistic career. Apply today. #VAO2027 #VisualArtOpen #ArtOpenCall #ContemporaryArt #ArtistOpportunity @visualartistsassociation @artistopencalls @opencallfinder @opencallpalette @women_in_art @for_artists_only @opencallforartists_ @artopencalls @callforsubmissions @starvingartistsopportunites @applyforart @artvoxldn @artopportunites @artinfoland @globalartdaily @londonartfair @batataforartists @megumiohata 27 Oct 2026

🌍 THE WAIT IS OVER! OPENSPACES 2026 HAS OFFICIALLY BEGUN! 💛🎨 Your next art adventure starts here! ✨ From independent galleries and creative studios to unexpected everyday spaces, OpenSpaces 2026 is bringing art beyond traditional gallery walls and into communities around the world. 📍 Discover talented artists. 🎨 Explore inspiring exhibitions. 🌎 Experience creativity in unexpected places. Whether you're discovering something new in your own neighbourhood or exploring creativity further afield, there's a whole world of art waiting to be found. 📅 2–28 November 2026 🗺️ WHERE WILL YOUR ART ADVENTURE TAKE YOU? Explore our interactive digital map to discover participating artists, exhibitions and locations. 🔗 https://visual-artists.org/openspaces-2026-digital-map/ 💬 Comment MAP below and we'll send you the OpenSpaces 2026 digital map straight to your DMs so you can start your art adventure! 🗺️💛 💛 Let the adventure begin! #OpenSpaces2026 #VisualArtistsAssociation #ArtTrail #DiscoverArt #SupportArtists #ArtExhibitions #ContemporaryArt #ArtCommunity 02 Nov 2026

NOVEMBER AT THE VAA! 🍂💛 A new month brings fresh opportunities to discover, connect and grow your creative practice. From expert-led masterclasses and artist development sessions to the launch of our global OpenSpaces 2026 Art Trail, there's plenty happening this November! 📅 HERE'S WHAT'S COMING UP: 02 NOV | OpenSpaces 2026 Global Art Trail Begins 🌍 03 NOV | Your Art, Your Income: How to Earn More from Your Practice – VAA Masterclass 10 NOV | Member Helpdesk Sessions with Shirley-Ann O'Neill 19 NOV | Artist Development Sessions with Amy Jobes 19 NOV | FREE Mentor Hour with Karen van Hoey Smith 28 NOV | OpenSpaces 2026 Global Art Trail Concludes 🎨 SPOTLIGHT: OPENSPACES 2026 This November, we're celebrating creativity without borders! From 2–28 November, OpenSpaces 2026 brings together artists, exhibitions and creative spaces as part of a global art trail, inviting audiences to discover incredible artistic talent and connect with artists in their communities and beyond. Whether you're exploring exhibitions close to home or discovering artists further afield, there's a whole world of creativity waiting to be explored. ✨ Discover participating artists and exhibitions. ✨ Explore creative spaces and locations. ✨ Support artists and celebrate the communities bringing art to life. 🗺️ WHERE WILL YOUR ART ADVENTURE TAKE YOU? Explore the OpenSpaces 2026 digital map: https://visual-artists.org/openspaces-2026-digital-map/ 📅 EXPLORE OUR NOVEMBER EVENTS Discover upcoming sessions and book your place: https://visual-artists.org/events-category-events/ 🏆 VISUAL ART OPEN 2027 Early entries are now open! Ready to take your art further? Apply today: https://www.visualartopen.com 💬 Comment NOVEMBER and we'll send you the details directly! Here's to a November filled with new discoveries, meaningful connections and creative opportunities. 💛 #VisualArtistsAssociation #OpenSpaces2026 #GlobalArtTrail #ArtistOpportunities #ArtistDevelopment #ArtEvents #ArtCommunity #ContemporaryArt #VisualArtists #VisualArtOpen 01 Nov 2026

🌍 ART IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK. 🎨 Your next artistic discovery might be closer than you imagine. 👀✨ Throughout November, OpenSpaces 2026 is connecting artists, exhibitions and creative spaces across the globe, inviting you to discover art in everyday places. From independent studios and galleries to unexpected creative spaces, there's a whole world of art waiting to be explored. ✨ Discover new artists. 📍 Explore exhibitions near you. 🤝 Connect with creativity in your community. Whether you're an art enthusiast, collector, fellow artist or simply curious, OpenSpaces is your invitation to experience something new. 🗓️ 2–28 November 2026 🌍 Start exploring: https://visual-artists.org/openspaces-2026-digital-map/ 💬 Comment MAP and we'll send you the OpenSpaces 2026 Digital Map directly! #OpenSpaces2026 #VisualArtistsAssociation #ArtTrail #DiscoverArt #SupportLivingArtists #ContemporaryArt #ArtExhibitions 06 Nov 2026

🎨 NOVEMBER MEMBER OF THE MONTH | VICTORIA CURLING ERIKSSON We’re delighted to introduce Victoria Curling Eriksson as our November Member of the Month. 💛 A VAA Art100 2025 winner and British-born contemporary artist based on the coast of southern Sweden, Victoria creates intuitive paintings exploring nature, memory and the connection between our inner and outer landscapes. Victoria’s journey into art began with a career in biotechnology before she took the leap into art school and, eventually, a full-time creative practice. In our latest Member of the Month interview, Victoria shares the evolution of her practice, the importance of trusting her intuition, the realities of building a professional art career and the advice that helped change her perspective: “Until you take yourself seriously as an artist, others won’t either.” Read the article here: https://visual-artists.org/project/victoria-curling-eriksson-november-2026-member-of-the-month/ Or comment VICTORIA below and we’ll send you the full interview directly via DM. 💛 #VisualArtistsAssociation #VAAMemberOfTheMonth #VictoriaCurlingEriksson #ContemporaryArtist #ContemporaryArt #ArtistInterview #Art100 #WomenInArt #ArtistCareer #ProfessionalArtist #AbstractArt #LandscapePainting 06 Nov 2026

🎨 NEW WEEK, NEW ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES! Looking for your next creative opportunity? From a £10,000 public art commission to an international art prize and fully funded professional development, this week's selection has something worth exploring. Swipe through to discover 5 opportunities for artists and creatives. 👉 📌 THIS WEEK'S OPPORTUNITIES 01. Camden Art Centre: Director 📅 Deadline: 8 November 2026 🔗 https://camdenartcentre.org/about-us/careers 02. £10,000 Supergraphics Commission Bankside Open Spaces Trust 📅 Deadline: 13 November 2026 🔗 https://bost.org.uk/artist-open-call 03. KANE Art Prize 2026 K:art Studio 📅 Deadline: 15 November 2026 🔗 https://www.kartstudiouk.com/art-prize-2026 04. Winter Short Courses West Dean 📅 Deadline: 29 November 2026 🔗 https://www.westdean.ac.uk/short-courses/courses 05. The Drawing Year: Full-Scholarship Programme Royal Drawing School 📅 Deadline: 31 March 2027 🔗 https://royaldrawingschool.org/courses/postgraduate-drawing-year ✨ Your next opportunity could be one application away. 💛 Save this post for later, share it with a fellow creative, and follow the VAA for fresh artist opportunities every Friday. #ArtistOpportunities #OpenCallForArtists #VisualArtists #ArtOpportunities #CreativeCareers #ContemporaryArtists #VisualArtistsAssociation 06 Nov 2026

📍 ON LOCATION | CHESTER 🎨 Art, stories and creative connections! ✨ As part of our OpenSpaces 2026 Global Art Trail, VAA Director Laura O’Hare visited the opening of Clare Chinnery’s exhibition at books on the walls in Chester. Surrounded by beautiful books, expressive landscapes and a wonderful creative community, the evening was a celebration of everything OpenSpaces represents. Clare’s atmospheric landscapes explore colour, light and a sense of place, bringing a little extra creativity to this charming independent bookshop. 💛 A huge congratulations to Clare on her exhibition, and a special thank you to books on the walls for hosting such a lovely evening! 🌍 OpenSpaces 2026 is happening throughout November, bringing art into galleries, studios and unexpected spaces around the world. Ready to discover something new? 🔗 Explore the digital map: https://visual-artists.org/openspaces-2026-digital-map/ 💬 Comment MAP and we'll send you the link directly! #OpenSpaces2026 #VisualArtistsAssociation #GlobalArtTrail #ChesterArt #ArtExhibition #SupportArtists #ContemporaryArt 05 Nov 2026

The VAA Artist of the Year Awards 2026 Shortlist has been announced! ✨ A huge congratulations to all the artists whose work has been selected for the VAA Artist of the Year Awards 2026 Shortlist. The standard of work submitted this year has been exceptional, and reaching the Shortlist is a fantastic achievement. We are thrilled to celebrate the artists whose creativity, talent and originality have shone through. If you've submitted work to the VAA Artist of the Year Awards 2026, be sure to check your inbox for your judging update. View the Shortlist: https://www.artistyearawards.com/aoty-2026-shortlist Comment 'SHORTLIST' below and we'll send you the link directly! People's Choice Award ✨ Now it's your turn to have your say! Explore the entries and vote for your favourite in the People's Choice Award. We'd love you to show your support and help celebrate this year's incredible artists. Voting closes on Sunday 22nd November 2026. Vote here: https://www.artistyearawards.com/aoty2026-peoples-choice-award Congratulations once again to all our shortlisted artists, and a huge thank you to everyone who entered the VAA Artist of the Year Awards 2026. We can't wait to share the next stage with you! #VAAArtistOfTheYear #AOTY2026 #ArtistOfTheYear #ContemporaryArt #ArtAwards #VisualArtistsAssociation 05 Nov 2026

✨ WHAT WE'RE LOVING THIS WEEK ✨ A little art, a little inspiration and a few things that have caught our eye this week! 💛 From thought-provoking artwork and exhibitions to timeless love stories and a nostalgic soundtrack, here's what's making our cultural edit. 🎨 ARTWORK | Rupert Record The Regent Palace Hotel (2024) A beautifully layered print on paper, combining architectural imagery with expressive textures and an almost dreamlike quality. 📖 BOOK | The Notebook – Nicholas Sparks www.littlebrown.co.uk/titles/nicholas-sparks/the-notebook/9780751540475/ A timeless story of love, second chances and unforgettable memories. The novel behind one of cinema's most beloved romances. 🖼️ EXHIBITION | Pierre Soulages: Outrenoir Timothy Taylor, London | Opens 5 November www.timothytaylor.com/exhibitions/266-pierre-soulages-outrenoir/ An exploration of light, texture and the extraordinary possibilities of black through the work of one of France's most celebrated abstract artists. 📣 OPPORTUNITY | Works on Paper 2027 Green & Stone | Deadline: 25 November www.thegalleryatgreenandstone.com/works-on-paper-2027 Calling all artists working on paper! An exciting opportunity to showcase your work at Green & Stone's London gallery. 💬 QUOTE | Vincent van Gogh “I am seeking. I am striving. I am in it with all my heart.” A little reminder to keep creating, exploring and following what inspires you. 🎶 SOUNDTRACKING THIS WEEK | Gavin DeGraw I Don't Want to Be A nostalgic throwback with a message we love: embrace your individuality and be unapologetically yourself. Which of this week's picks is your favourite? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #WhatWereLoving #VisualArtistsAssociation #ArtInspiration #ContemporaryArt #CreativeCommunity #ArtistOpportunities 05 Nov 2026

YOUR ART IS NOT FOR EVERYONE. AND THAT'S OKAY. 💛 Not everyone will understand your work. Not everyone will connect with your vision. And not everyone will see what you see. But that's the beauty of art. 🎨 Art is personal. It's expressive, subjective and wonderfully individual. What leaves one person unmoved might mean absolutely everything to someone else. You don't need to appeal to everyone to be a successful artist. You don't need to change your style to fit someone else's expectations. Keep creating what feels authentic to you. Keep exploring, experimenting and trusting your creative instincts. Because the right audience won't need convincing to connect with your work. ✨ 💬 Have you ever doubted your work because of someone else's opinion? #VisualArtistsAssociation #ArtistCommunity #CreativeConfidence #ArtisticExpression #SupportArtists #ArtistMindset 05 Nov 2026

🎨 ARTIST MARKETING MINUTE | STOP POSTING. START CONNECTING. More content doesn't always mean more connection. 👀 As an artist, it's easy to get caught up in the pressure to post consistently, reach more people and keep the algorithm happy. But here's the thing: visibility doesn't automatically create connection. ✨ People don't just want to see what you create. They want to understand the story behind it. The inspiration. The creative process. The challenges. The little details that make your work uniquely yours. 💡 THIS WEEK'S MARKETING MINUTE: Instead of sharing another finished artwork, try showing your audience something they wouldn't normally see. Ask a question. Start a conversation. Give people a reason to remember you. Because building an audience isn't just about reaching more people. It's about connecting with the right ones. 📌 Save this for your next content planning session. 💬 Artists, what do you find creates the most meaningful engagement with your audience? #ArtistMarketing #MarketingForArtists #ArtBusiness #ArtistTips #CreativeBusiness #VisualArtistsAssociation 04 Nov 2026

🎨 WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK? | OPENSPACES 2026 🌍 Your next art adventure starts here! ✨ From charming independent galleries and creative spaces to exhibitions across the UK and beyond, OpenSpaces 2026 is officially underway! This week, we're taking you on a little journey around our global art trail, introducing six incredible artists whose work you can discover between 4–11 November. 📍 YOUR ART TRAIL STOPS THIS WEEK: 🎨 01 | CHARLOTTE DURIE 📍 Montgomery, Wales 🗓️ 2–8 November 🎨 02 | CLARE CHINNERY 📍 Chester, England 🗓️ 4–30 November 🎨 03 | MELANIE WINNING 📍 Manningtree, Essex 🗓️ 6–8 November 🎨 04 | CATRIONA STAMP 📍 Manchester, England 🗓️ 6–8 November 🎨 05 | JULIA ALEMANY BIRD 📍 Brittany, France 🗓️ 7–8 November 🎨 06 | MONIKA GALANTAI 📍 Budapest, Hungary 🗓️ 1–30 November And that's just a glimpse of what's waiting to be discovered! 💛 Whether you're planning a weekend gallery visit, exploring somewhere new or looking to support artists in your local community, there's an OpenSpaces adventure waiting for you. 🗺️ Want to discover more exhibitions and artists near you? 📍 Explore the OpenSpaces 2026 Digital Map: https://visual-artists.org/openspaces-2026-digital-map/ 👇 Comment MAP and we'll send you the OpenSpaces 2026 Digital Map directly! Save this post for your next creative day out and tag someone you'd love to explore an exhibition with! ✨ #OpenSpaces2026 #VisualArtistsAssociation #ArtTrail #ArtExhibitions #DiscoverArt #SupportArtists #ContemporaryArt #ArtCommunity #GalleryVisits #OpenStudios #ArtAroundTheWorld #ExploreArt 04 Nov 2026

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