WHY?

We want to live in a progressive and connected creative community where we feel inspired by the people around us and are supported in creating work that we are truly proud of.

HOW?

The reason our cities have always been magnets for artists is because we feel inspired, connected and supported within those communities. A large part of that sense of energy is generated by the many art organisations, music venues and localised provisions which drive and enable some of the best creative output in the world.

WHAT?

There are so many incredible creatives living and working in this part of the South West but we are constantly approached in lieu of missing provisions which are needed to help support this rapidly growing creative community. In response, we are building an online network of local artists, designers, writers, musicians, film makers, creative studios, art organisations and clients who share our aspirations for a more connected and empowering creative community.

The platform is based on a simple £25 annual subscription which gives members full access to the Discord community and each of the groups within it. As an independent, artist-run network, this allows us to manage and grow the community and generate sustainable and long-term provisions in the area.

As a collective resource for Frome, Bruton, Bath, Bristol and everywhere in between, the network enables members to share job opportunities, commission local creatives, ask advice and share recommendations, promote local events, showcase their work, align and collaborate on local community projects and most importantly, connect with other creatives.