Creative Futures | Creative Residency + Commission | Call Out for Artists & Musicians

Event Summary

Creative Youth Network is inviting applications for the next Creative Futures Residency + Commission, offering four southwest-based artists aged 16 - 25 the chance to develop new projects and receive a £500 commission, creative mentorship, studio & recording space and a group exhibition

Event Description

Creative Futures is offering 4 early-career artists aged 16 - 25 a £500 commission & a 3-month residency each to develop new art, music, sound &/or performance works. Creative Youth Network will provide commissioned artists with a structure of support, mentoring, artist-to-artist creative exchange & workshops to develop their creative practices, producing skills, professional networks, and artistic community - ending with a public showcase of the commissioned artist's works at The Courts in Bristol's city centre.

The Creative Futures Commission runs from Tues 6th Oct 2026 - Tues 26th Jan 2027 (with a break over the Christmas period).

Early career artists aged 16 - 25 from all creative disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: Mon 31st Aug 2026, 9am

Event Overview

Event Title: Creative Futures | Creative Residency + Commission | Call Out for Artists & Musicians
Type: Open call
Date: Mon, 31st Aug 2026
Location:

South West

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Event: Creative Futures | Creative Residency + Commission | Call Out for Artists & Musicians

Organisation: Creative Youth Network

Postcode: BS1 2AG

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To apply, read the eligibility criteria in full and follow the 'Apply Now' link given

Contact name: Eli Lewis (Creative Futures Producer for Creative Youth Network)
Contact email: [email protected]

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About Creative Youth Network

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Creative Youth Network enables young people, no matter what their background or circumstances, to reach their own potential.

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