As an unfunded, grassroots arts organisation, we prioritise support that can
benefit as many artists as possible, rather than offering big opportunities to a select few
artists. We are proud to focus our energies towards community building and peer-to-peer learning.
Below we have listed some of the tangible benefits to being part of the CDS Artist Community. We are first and foremost a community - so you get out what you put in!
💞 Community Building
- Learn from, network, and collaborate with your peers through community events
- Host events for free as part of WTF Thursdays
- Stay in touch with other artists and shout about your work via our WhatsApp Community
- Stay up to date with our monthly community newsletter and Notion page
🪐 Affordable Space
- Get 20% discount on all space hire bookings at CDS
- Get free ‘48 hour’ studio space
- Host your events & classes in our building and appear on our website
- Free access to co-working space
- Learn more about space hire discounts here
🫂 Artist Support
- Opportunity to apply for artist development opportunities (current opportunities listed on the homepage)
- Access to online trainings and workshops, including anti-racism training webinars, and Greenhouse artist development workshops
- Book free Arts Counselling advice sessions with CDS staff (see link on the homepage)