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  • Artist Development Sessions

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    Join an Artist Development Session - a VAA Member Benefit As a Visual Artists Association (VAA) member, you’re invited to take part in our Artist Development Sessions - small group sessions led by a VAA Artist Mentor. These sessions are designed to help you work through anything that may be holding you back in your […]

  • VAO26 FINALIST EXHIBITION Q&A

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    Join us for an informal Q&A ahead of the Visual Art Open 2026 Exhibition. We’ll run through the final exhibition logistics and Artist Pack, with plenty of time for any last-minute questions you may have. Come along, get the final details, and make sure you’re all set for the exhibition!

  • Art Café | From Studio to Biennale & Art Fairs: Breaking Into Major Exhibitions

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    Art Café | From Studio to Biennale & Art Fairs: Breaking Into Major Exhibitions Wednesday 1 October | 14:00 UK Time | Online | Free Getting into a major exhibition doesn't happen by accident. Biennales, art fairs, and large-scale group exhibitions can be career-defining moments for an artist. But for most, they feel like closed […]

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  • VAA Support for Members – Helpdesk Sessions

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    Navigating an art career comes with big decisions and sometimes you need clear, expert guidance right when the question arises. That is exactly what our Helpdesk Sessions are for. Designed exclusively for VAA Members, these focused consultations give you direct access to professional support so you can move forward with confidence and momentum. Artists use […]

  • Visual Art Open Finalists Exhibition

    The Minster Building 21 Mincing Lane, London, United Kingdom

    The Visual Art Open (VAO) 2026 Finalist Exhibition, one of the UK’s leading platforms for contemporary art, marks its 10th Anniversary this year with a spectacular showcase at the iconic Minster Building, London, from 8th–11th October 2026. Since its founding, the VAO prize has championed emerging and established talent from across the globe, offering artists […]

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  • The Power of Patronage: Supporting the Future of Contemporary Art

    The Minster Building 21 Mincing Lane, London, United Kingdom

    As part of the VAO exhibition at The Minster Building, join us from 11am–12pm for a thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the power of patronage and its role in shaping the future of contemporary art. What does it take to build a thriving future for contemporary art? As part of the VAO exhibition we are bringing […]

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  • Curatorial Walkthrough: Visual Art Open

    The Minster Building 21 Mincing Lane, London, United Kingdom

    Join us for a special Curatorial Walkthrough of the Visual Art Open (VAO) exhibition, offering an opportunity to discover the ideas, practices and stories behind this year’s selection of contemporary artists. Led through the exhibition by the curator, the walkthrough will explore a selection of works from the VAO finalists, providing insight into the curatorial approach, […]

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  • Visual Art Open 2026 – Weekend Exhibition & Artist Events

    The Minster Building 21 Mincing Lane, London, United Kingdom

    Visual Art Open 2026 – Weekend Exhibition & Artist Events Join us this weekend for the Visual Art Open 2026 exhibition, celebrating an exciting selection of contemporary artists and showcasing the diverse talent represented across this year’s competition. Come along to explore the exhibition, discover new artists, meet fellow creatives and art lovers, and enjoy a […]

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  • Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists

    The Minster Building 21 Mincing Lane, London, United Kingdom

    As part of the Visual Art Open (VAO) exhibition, join us for an honest and inspiring panel discussion exploring what it really takes to build a successful career as an artist. Hear directly from established and working artists as they share their personal journeys, from finding opportunities and developing a practice to navigating challenges, building […]

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