A discussion on why creativity needs space to flourish featuring a panel of contemporary thought leaders, alongside an exhibition viewing.
Join us on the evening of Wednesday 5th March for a panel discussion on why creativity needs space to flourish, featuring an industry leading panel. We’ll explore how to access vacant spaces, problems with the current landscape, and alternative solutions to the traditional studio space.
The talk will be followed by a viewing of the Acrylicize x Working Class Creatives Database:
Residents Exhibition:
Panel Lineup:
Billy Fraser - artist and London Art Services founder
Seren Metcalfe - artist and Working Class Creatives Database director
David Panos - musician, artist and Conditions Studio co-founder
Jo McLaughlin - Acrylicize Lead Curator, and Jo's Art History Podcast founder (moderator)
Doors open 6pm - Panel Talk begins at 7pm.
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Space is essential to an artist's practice. It allows room for ideas, for experimentation, for play and, where needed, for destruction.
Studio space is increasingly a luxury many can't afford, especially artists from a working class background.
Participate in a nuanced conversation on why creativity needs space, and explore the Acrylicize x Working Class Creatives Database: Residents Exhibition, a tangible example of how space - or the lack thereof - shapes artistic expression.
Exhibiting Artists:
Hazel O'SullivanSarita OseitutuPhillip Rhys OlneyMiya KosowickOlivia MundyBen DawsonHannah AbsalomPolina Filippova
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Why attend?
Gain Insight from Leading Creative Voices: Uncover the vital role of space in the creative process, the challenges artists face, and the future of accessible creative environments.
Engage in a Timely and Impactful Conversation: Be part of a nuanced dialogue on how we can rethink, reclaim, and support creative spaces.
Experience the Acrylicize x WCCD Residents Exhibition: Alongside the panel talk, explore work by 8 resident artists, offering a tangible example of how space—or the lack of it—shapes artistic expression.
Additional Information:
Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Contact: For any inquiries, please reach out to connor@acrylicize.com
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In 2024, we partnered with Working Class Creatives Database on a collaborative artist residency programme, which saw eight individuals spend 6-8 weeks each at The Art House, our home in East London.
They were embedded in the Acrylicize team, inspiring talks, exhibitions, poetry slams, film nights, and conversations, transforming Acrylicize studio culture. They started debates, conversations and friendships, with their contributions shaping how we move forward as a creative studio.
This residency acts as a blueprint for change. Any space—regardless of size or purpose—can be a creative space. This is a call to action for venues and organisations to open their doors to the creative community.
Artists need space, and you can help.
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