In Conversation with Hannah Grout: Visual Art Open Prize… A Catalyst for Emerging Talent at the Other Art Fair London. Hannah Grout’s role as the Artist and Community Coordinator at the Other Art Fair London has positioned her as a supportive force in the...
Mental Health Awareness Month: Art Tells Stories When Words Aren’t Always Readily Available. In conversation: Shirley-Ann O’Neill, Director at the VAA speaks with artist, Steve Randall about the role of artists in supporting mental health awareness and the...
In conversation with VAA Directors, Laura O’Hare and Shirley-Ann O’Neill. As the world re-emerges from the pandemic, consumers have felt the repercussions of global inflation increasing the cost of living. Everyday items, including the cost of fuel and food, have gone...
By Shirley-Ann O’Neill Dealing with disappointment is one of the toughest lessons that artists have to navigate. Your artwork is a part of you, so it can sometimes feel personal not to achieve a particular desired outcome. Artistic disappointment comes in all shapes...
Over the past few weeks it may feel like the world has been turned on its head. Exhibitions and Art Fairs are cancelled leaving many Artists unable to make an income and wondering what to do with their time. The first thing that I find helpful is to make a plan....
The secret to long term success for artists can be borne by taking purposeful scheduled breaks. The adage ‘go slow to go fast’ is very true. Many artists resist this good advice to take time out. Why? Artists feel guilty and make fear-based decisions, rather than...
