Why Join CVAN London?
CVAN London is a dynamic, research-led sector support and advocacy network dedicated to artists, arts professionals, galleries, studios, organisations and art schools across London. We are one of CVAN’s 9 regional networks; together we champion advocacy, collaboration, & equitable practices across England as a vital platform connecting the visual arts with policy change
CVAN London holds regular online network meetings and delivers a programme focused on Data Matters, Education, Equality and Sustainability. As a member, you’ll be part of an influential community committed to shaping a vibrant and sustainable visual arts sector.
We have memberships for artists and organisations. Both are free to join.
Artist Membership
The membership caters to early career artists, graduates, postgraduates, PhD candidates, and those on alternative routes, as well as established artists. Essentially, if you’re a visual artist working in London and interested in connecting with other artists and advocating for the arts, this membership is for you.
What We Offer:
- Networking opportunities: Connect with artists across London and build your network.
- Advocacy: Help shape the future of the visual arts sector through sector-focused discussions.
- Professional development: Attend workshops, talks, and events on relevant topics that include studio provision, creative learning, curation, and exhibition calls.
- Information and updates: Receive regular updates and opportunities from the network members.
- Community: Be part of a supportive community of artists, arts workers and arts organisations who share your passion.
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Organisation Membership
This membership is open to galleries, studios, producers, independent curators and producers working in London.
What We Offer:
Support and Advocacy: We champion the needs of the visual arts sector. We support artists and arts organisations to work collaboratively and in partnership. We give voice to the issues that matter to you, and represent London’s visual arts in the national agenda. Together with our regional partners, we advocate on behalf of the visual arts and influence policy change.
Collaborative Network: Connect with peers from across all London boroughs organisations. Build relations, equitable collaborations and mutual support within the arts community. Share your news and opportunities and CVAN London will amplify your reach through our shared communications channels.
Innovative Practices: Engage with governance models that actively perform anti-racism and develop trauma-informed and transformative justice practices. Come together to navigate ways of working in the public art sector and contribute to new ideas for sustainable operational plans.
Inclusive Approaches: Explore ways of working that centre the intersectionalities of lived experiences, ensuring diverse voices are heard and valued. Be part of the national CVAN Fair and Equitable agenda.
Sustainable Future: Join a focused community working on climate adaptation action plans, mitigating climate risk and making best decisions on sustainability for our art spaces.
Organisation members are committed to:
- Sharing knowledge and expertise with peers
- Giving voice to your organisation’s community
- Working collectively to preserve and sustain London’s visual arts
- Supporting network artists via online conversations and events
- Opening up the visual arts to be Fair and Equitable
- We look to our members to support artists