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SUMMARY:OpenSpaces 2026 - Meet Our Partner Venues
DESCRIPTION:A virtual introduction to some of the spaces and partners joining the OpenSpaces 2026 global art trail \nWhether you are still deciding where to exhibit\, already have a venue secured\, or simply want to understand what an OpenSpaces exhibition looks like in practice – this session is for you. \nJoin us online to hear from a selection of our confirmed partner venues and partners. Each will introduce themselves\, share what they offer\, and answer your questions. It is an informal\, Q&A-style session – come with your questions. \nJoining us on the day: \nSEESAW – an arts and culture venue\, café and co-working space in the heart of Manchester city centre\, based in a listed building on Princess Street. Their foyer space – a large\, street-facing entrance lobby – will be available to exhibiting artists throughout November 2026. \nLongsight Art Space – an open-layout gallery and community hub in Longsight\, Manchester\, offering a flexible space with a strong community ethos. Available 2nd–16th November 2026\, with workshops and events running alongside exhibitions. \nBooks on the Walls – a characterful independent bookshop and café bar in Chester city centre. A small\, intimate space with a loyal local audience\, available throughout November 2026. \nFOLLOW.ART – a digital platform built by art world insiders\, designed to give artists and curators visibility and connection outside of traditional market structures. FOLLOW.ART will be extending the reach of OpenSpaces 2026 online\, bringing exhibitions to an international audience. \nWho this is for: Artists considering joining OpenSpaces 2026 | Artists already accepted who are exploring venue options | Artists who have secured their own venue and want to learn more about how partner spaces and businesses engage with the trail \nEvent details: Thursday 25 June 2026 | 1:00pm BST | Online – link provided upon booking | Free to attend \nFor any queries contact events@visual-artists.org
URL:https://visual-artists.org/event/openspaces-2026-meet-our-partner-venues/
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SUMMARY:Masterclass | Getting Ready: Planning\, Curating & Promoting  Your Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Masterclass | Getting Ready: Planning\, Curating & Promoting Your Exhibition \nThursday 2 July | 13:00 BST | Online | OpenSpaces 2026 Artists \nYou’ve secured your space. Now what? \nThis practical masterclass is designed specifically for artists taking part in OpenSpaces 2026 – walking you through everything you need to plan\, curate\, and promote your exhibition with confidence. \nJoining the session is Kristen Palana\, a multidisciplinary artist\, educator\, and VAA OpenSpaces 2025 participant whose exhibition in Rome formed part of the world’s largest global art trail. Kristen brings a rare combination of artistic depth and practical teaching experience – having delivered art and design education across North America\, Europe\, Asia\, and Africa\, and to thousands of students in 191 countries online. \nShe will share what she learned from her own OpenSpaces experience\, what she would do differently\, and the practical steps that made her exhibition work – from curation and presentation to promotion and audience engagement. \nWhat we will cover \n\nHow to plan your exhibition from concept to opening day\nHow to curate your work effectively in a non-traditional space\nHow to promote your show to the right audience before\, during\, and after\nWhat OpenSpaces 2025 participants learned and what you can apply to your own exhibition\n\n  \nWho is this for? \nAll artists registered for OpenSpaces 2026 who want to approach their exhibition with clarity\, structure\, and confidence. \n\nFor any questions\, contact events@visual-artists.org
URL:https://visual-artists.org/event/masterclass-getting-ready-planning-curating-promoting-your-exhibition/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Events,OpenSpaces 2026
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SUMMARY:OpenSpaces 2026 | Group Mentorship Session: Troubleshooting Your Exhibition Plans
DESCRIPTION:OpenSpaces 2026 | Group Mentorship Session: Troubleshooting Your Exhibition Plans \nTuesday 18 August | 13:00 BST | Online | Free for participating artists \n  \nYou have your space. Now let’s make sure your exhibition plan actually works. \nPlanning an exhibition in an everyday space comes with its own set of challenges — and most of them only become obvious once you are deep in the process. This group mentorship session is your chance to bring those challenges to the table before they become problems. \nIn this open\, informal session\, participating OpenSpaces 2026 artists can share where they are with their plans\, ask questions\, and get practical guidance from the VAA team. Whether you are still figuring out the logistics\, unsure about how to promote your show\, or simply want a second pair of eyes on your thinking — this is the session to attend. \nWhat we will cover \n\nPractical troubleshooting on exhibition planning\, layout\, and presentation\nGuidance on promoting your show to the right audience\nAdvice on working effectively with your venue\nOpen Q&A — bring your specific questions and challenges\n\n  \nWho is this for? \nAll artists registered for OpenSpaces 2026. This session is free and exclusive to participating artists. \n\nFor any questions\, contact events@visual-artists.org
URL:https://visual-artists.org/event/openspaces-2026-group-mentorship-session-troubleshooting-your-exhibition-plans/
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SUMMARY:OpenSpaces 2026 | After the Opening: Press\, Documentation & Long-Term Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:After the Opening: Press\, Documentation & Long-Term Opportunities \nOpenSpaces 2026 | 17 September 2026 | 13:00 | Free for participating artists \nYour work is live – now what? Showing in a global art trail is a significant moment\, but the real value often comes from what you do with it afterwards. This workshop is designed to help OpenSpaces 2026 participating artists make the most of their involvement long after the opening weekend has passed. \nWe’ll explore the essentials of professional documentation – how to photograph your work in situ\, what written records to keep\, and how to build an archive of your participation that will serve your practice for years to come. Good documentation isn’t just about memory; it’s a career asset that underpins applications\, pitches\, and proposals. \nWe’ll also look at press and media coverage – how arts journalism works\, how to identify the right writers and publications for your practice\, and how to craft a compelling pitch that tells your story beyond the press release. Whether you’re aiming for a local feature or a broader audience\, we’ll walk through what makes a story land. \nFinally\, we’ll think about the longer arc: how to translate a group exhibition credit into meaningful opportunities\, from residency and grant applications to building relationships with curators\, collectors\, and venues. OpenSpaces 2026 is a platform\, this session is about using it strategically. \nFree and exclusive to all OpenSpaces 2026 participating artists. 
URL:https://visual-artists.org/event/openspaces-2026-after-the-opening-press-documentation-long-term-opportunities/
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