Visual Arts Development

Buxton Fringe is OPEN for entries!

We are now open for entries to next year’s Fringe from July 9-27 and are happy to confirm that, thanks to careful management, we have been able to keep the entry fees the same for the third year running!

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The Writers’ Conference 2025

Join the literary development agency of the region in Lincoln next year for a day jampacked with passion for the written work and exclusive industry insights.

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Harriet Merry Derby based artist/printmaker print sale for refugees

As well as being an artist/printmaker Harriet regularly teaches English and cooks for the totally and utterly amazing refugee charity, Derbyshire Refugee Solidarity ( https://derbyshirerefugeesolidarity.org/ ) Because she is so so proud to be part of what they do, she's holding an original print sale and donating 50% of the money to them.

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Looking for a venue or more artists for your venue?

If you are thinking of joining in, but don't have a venue as yet, see below for contact details of organisers looking for more artists.

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Sad News About Artist Tracey Meek

We are deeply saddened to hear about the death of local artist and Arts Derbyshire member, Tracey Meek.

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Call for Applications to Derbyshire Artists

Arts Derbyshire is thrilled to announce Festivity 2025, an exciting touring showcase celebrating the vibrant artistic talents in our region. We are seeking ten singer-songwriter / solo musicians and ten visual artists to join us for a series of live performances and digital exhibitions across five outdoor locations in Derbyshire throughout Summer 2025.

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