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AA2A - Applications Now Open for 2026/27 Schemes
We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2026/27 AA2A residency schemes.
The Last Light Before Going Home
Occasionally we invite guests to contribute to our Substack. In this article, digital artist Shan Hua reflects on her AA2A residency at New City College, London.
Artist residency online Q&A Tuesday 14th July 1.30-2.30pm
What happens during an AA2A artist residency? How do you apply? Is it right for your practice?
AA2A celebrates 30 years with anniversary exhibition
Image: Chris Millward, Lecturer, University of Chester
Call for AA2A Artists
AA2A 30th Anniversary Exhibition at the University of Chester
Student Voice: one year on
Occasionally we invite guests to contribute to our Substack. This article is by York St John Fine Art graduate Lily Jemmett, following on from her first article for us in May 2025
AA2A call out
New host opportunities for 2026/27
What's new at AA2A
Spring update 2026
New Year Update from AA2A
A very happy new year to our Substack readers! We hope 2026 has started positively for you all.
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Student Voice: Beyond the Studio - Building a Sustainable Creative Career by Vidhi Jangra
Occasionally we invite guests to contribute to our Substack. This article is by recent graduate from Nottingham Trent University, Vidhi Jangra
Residency call-out for 2025-26 - deadlines approaching
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Why Apply for an AA2A Residency?
Time, space, and support to take your practice further.
AA2A - Applications Now Open for 2025/26 Schemes
We are excited to announce that applications are now open for 2025/26 AA2A schemes.
Stockholm Syndrome in the Arts? Unpacking the Government's £380m Creative Industries Pledge
When the UK government announced its £380 million pledge to boost the creative industries, the headlines offered some level of optimism.
Not Just Makers: Why Artists Are Also Businesses
We recently advertised for a freelancer to deliver our in-person talks on creative industry careers to college and university students.
Join Our Artist Q&A – 15th July
Are you thinking of applying to AA2A for the 2025/26 academic year?
Freelance Speaker Opportunity - Creative Industries
AA2A is recruiting freelance creatives to deliver engaging, in-person talks on employment and self-employment in the creative industries to university and college students across England.
Should The Government Spend More on the Arts?
With Rachel Reeves set to announce spending plans today, we ask if the arts should receive a bigger share