Bridging the Gap: Insights for Art Graduates Entering the Professional World
Leaving the structured world of art school can feel like stepping off a ledge into the unknown. While graduates are often armed with technical skills and creative ambition, the leap into the professional art world comes with new challenges—how to build a network,...
Four Inspiring Female Artists From Around the Globe to Follow on International Women’s Day
By Shirley-Ann O’Neill International Women’s Day offers a chance to honour the contributions of contemporary female visual artists across the globe, particularly given that the art world remains predominantly male and white. Creating a more...
In Conversation with Hannah Grout
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
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...