Support for creatives

Lewisham is home to a vibrant creative community, and there are a number of resources to help artists and cultural organisations thrive.

Whether you are looking for funding opportunities, studio space, professional development, networks, or support to get your project off the ground, this page is here to help you find what you need.

Useful resources

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Shapes Lewisham

A creative network and directory for Lewisham-based artists, freelancers and organisations. You can create a profile, connect with others, and discover opportunities.

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ERIC app

A free UK app designed to help young people (16–25) break into the creative industries. It brings together thousands of entry-level opportunities, training schemes, events, and resources in one place, making it easier to upskill, gain experience, and connect with employers and educators across the creative sector.

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Lewisham Education Arts Network (LEAN)

LEAN provides direction, practical support and guidance to individuals and organisations involved in arts education, including freelance artists, arts project managers, school arts leaders, policy makers and arts commissioners

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Fundraising advice and support

Visit Lewisham Council's funding advice for creatives page for a list of fundraising support.

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The Albany Creative Communities

The Albany's membership offers access to their coworking hub, low-cost rehearsal space and professional development opportunities.

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PIPA

Parents and Carers in Performing Arts (PiPA)

Organisation partnering with performing arts employers to build inclusive, care-friendly workplaces, empowering parents and carers to stay creative, connected, and in their careers while caring.

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Art Jobs

Art Jobs

Arts Jobs is a UK-based website that lists job vacancies and events across the arts and cultural sector, including roles in theatre, museums, music, dance, and other creative industries.

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Arts Professional

Arts Professional

Arts Professional is a UK publication offering news, features, opinion pieces, job listings, and resources for people working in the arts and cultural sector.

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Arts Council

The national development agency for creativity and culture, helping people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity.

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Museums Association

Museums Association

A dynamic membership organisation that campaigns for socially engaged museums and a representative workforce.

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Museum as Muck

Museum As Muck

A supportive network of working class museum people making change in the sector.

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Do you know of a resource that should be listed here?

We welcome suggestions from the creative community. If you run a service, platform or initiative that supports creatives in Lewisham, get in touch to let us know.

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