Art Classes Group – Freelance Artists Call Out

January 18, 2024
Freelance Artists Call Out!-2

Project Overview:

We are excited to announce an opportunity for freelance visual artists to collaborate on our upcoming projects. We are seeking talented artists who can bring their unique creative vision to our project.

About Us:

We are the Art Classes Group (ACG), based in the heart of central Slough.

We aim to educate the public about art and culture. We offer educational programs, workshops, lectures, and tours to engage people of all ages in art appreciation and art-making.

We are collaborating with local schools, community centres, and other institutions to bring art and culture to underserved populations.

We provide support and well-being in a creative way to visual artists of all ages to strengthen their targets and achieve positive goals. Our team at ACG focuses on raising awareness about Visual Art support in the well-being of individuals, communities, society, and our environment.

We want to bring a fresh stream of classes and workshops for our audiences and to support our staff with new learnings in developing the artistic curriculum with interactive projects.

We are looking for projects that will respond to any of the following themes and dates:

  • Intro to digital art
  • Sculpture
  • Printing
  • Mixed Media

17th – 23rd June

25th – 3rd March

21st – 27th October

25th Nov – 1st December

Scope of Work:

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading workshops or tutorials on your chosen artistic technique or preferred medium (e.g., painting, digital art, mixed media, photography, sculpture, etc.) related to the chosen topic.
  • Collaborating with participants and our staff members to foster creativity and inspiration.
  • Contributing to the overall atmosphere of the workshops, helping to create a supportive and inclusive environment for all participants.
  • You must hold an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing for ACG to apply for one on your behalf – no sessions may be delivered before a DBS certificate is obtained.  
  • You must hold an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing for ACG to apply for one on your behalf – no sessions may be delivered before a DBS certificate is obtained.  

How to Apply:

Interested artists should submit the following to [email protected]:

  • Portfolio: Please provide a link to your online portfolio showcasing your previous work.
  • Resume/CV: Include relevant experience and education.
  • Cover Letter: Tell us why you’re interested in this project and what unique skills or perspective you can bring, as well as details of previous relevant experience in planning and delivering engaging, accessible activities for a range of audiences. Whether you hold an Enhanced DBS certificate. Confirmation that you can commit to delivering around 5 workshops/week, approx 18-20hrs per week.
  • Rate: Provide your hourly or project-based rate, including materials.

Deadline for Submissions:

Ongoing

Contact Information:

For enquiries or to submit your application, please contact Marinela at [email protected]

We look forward to reviewing your applications and working with talented freelance artists to bring our projects to life in Slough.