Development Lab for West Midlands Artists

Outside In & The New Art Gallery Walsall


Closing: 15th January 2026

A free two-day Development Lab for artists based in the West Midlands who face barriers to the art world due to health, disability, social circumstance, or isolation. Taking place at The New Art Gallery Walsall on Thursday 5 & Friday 6 February 2026. Limited to 8 artists selected through application process.

Programme includes guidance on arts funding opportunities, portfolio development with feedback, sessions on workshop design and facilitation, and support to develop next artistic steps.

Selected artists receive £40 travel bursary. Attendance on both days is compulsory. Provides professional development support for artists encountering significant barriers to inclusion in the art world. Places allocated through application process.