Aire Place Studios

🎨 Creative Studios Available for Rent – Secure Yours Now!

Dreamed of having your own creative studio but found the prices a barrier? Starting this December, we’re offering affordable studios to help you test the waters!

Desk Spaces from £50
Open-Plan Spaces from £100
Private, Lockable Studios from £180
Contracted until May 2025 – giving you the perfect chance to see if a studio is the right fit, without a long-term commitment.

We’ve got a variety of spaces: ✨ Heated studios with central heating
✨ Traditional artist spaces with plenty of natural light

Swipe to see our studios: 1️⃣ Large Private Studio – window, heating & sink
2️⃣ Spacious Open-Plan Area – window, sink, individual meter (kilns considered)
3️⃣ Medium Lockable Studio
4️⃣ Large Lockable Studio with a bright window

All units come with WiFi, free parking, 24-hour access, and use of our large yard. Check the link in our bio to book a viewing! If Fridays don’t work, email us, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Don’t miss out on your ideal creative space! 🎨

Currently converting our gallery into studios.

Open for suggestion!

One large studios with shop front?

2 larger studios?

Lower price point smaller unit?

Let us know!

🎨 Calling All Artists, Makers, and Creatives! 🎨

Looking for the perfect platform to sell your work? 🌟 Look no further than The Mill Gallery Shop, launching this November in Bramley, Leeds!

We're seeking limited edition prints, ceramics, high-end products, and more to fill our shelves. With a vibrant programme of exhibitions, workshops, and an inviting café, The Mill Gallery is set to become the go-to destination for art lovers and shoppers alike.

✨ Showcase your creativity in a dynamic space designed to celebrate unique, handmade products.

📢 Interested? Don’t wait! The submission deadline is 17th October. Fill out the form below and tell us about your craft. Let’s make your art the centre of attention!

Join us at The Mill Gallery Shop—where your creativity finds its home.

Apply Here: https://forms.gle/mX2Sq2cPDNuwQkGX8

www.themillgallery.co.uk

🎨 Calling All Artists and Creatives in Leeds! 🎨⁠
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Are you looking for a space to fuel your creativity and connect with a vibrant artistic community? Aire Place Studios is here to support your artistic journey and provide you with the opportunities you need to thrive in the arts.⁠
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Join Aire Place Studios! We’re home to over 40 resident creatives, including artists, crafters, musicians, and creative entrepreneurs. Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, we’ve got the perfect space for you.⁠
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What’s Included?⁠
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Your own dedicated workspace⁠
Free parking⁠
24-hour access⁠
Just 1.2 miles from the city center (Leeds Train Station)⁠
High-speed WIFI⁠
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Studio Options Available from £50 - £250 per calendar month for open plan, and private and lockable. ⁠
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Available Now! We’re passionate about supporting your artistic journey and fostering a space where creativity thrives. Our mission is to provide opportunities and a welcoming community for individuals ready to express their passion for art.⁠
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Affordable, Low-Priced Tours on Fridays!⁠
Book a viewing today! Visit our website to schedule your tour, and one of our team members will reach out with available options, pricing, and to learn more about your specific needs.⁠
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🔗 Link in Bio to book your spot!⁠
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https://www.aireplacestudios.com/rent-a-studio/

PRINT IT OPEN CALL - Photography

Why Getting Your Art Seen Matters

Art deserves to be seen, but exhibitions aren't always accessible. That’s why we’re inviting you to collaborate and put on an exhibition together. But why does getting your art seen really matter? Let’s dive in.

In the vast world of art, recognition is essential. Showcasing your creations to a wider audience can unlock new opportunities and connections. When your art reaches beyond geographical boundaries—whether through exhibitions, online platforms, or social media—each view opens a door for your work to be discovered and appreciated. Seeing your art displayed and recognized by others not only validates your talent and hard work but also boosts your confidence and reinforces your artistic vision.

Affordable access to showcasing art is crucial for celebrating diversity and expression. Every artist brings a unique voice and perspective, contributing to a rich tapestry of creativity. By sharing your work, you enrich the cultural landscape and celebrate the beauty of individuality.

Print It! is a not-for-profit project where your fee covers essential costs like printing, posting, project management, marketing, and admin. As a q***r, disabled organisation, we deeply value collaboration. By working together transparently, we can achieve amazing things.

While our costs may seem high, most of them go directly toward printing and shipping. Depending on the number of artists involved, our books range from £5-9 per copy to print, with shipping costs varying from £7.50 to £20 internationally. This is before considering admin time, book design, and marketing. Print It! isn’t about profits—it’s about making art accessible and collaborative. If you’re looking to get published, expand your CV, build your portfolio, and let your art travel the world affordably, apply today!

Attention all photographers! ⁠
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Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out we want to see your work. Our art book is open to photographers of all levels, providing a space to showcase your talent and connect with an audience worldwide. Our Print It! Art Books have showcased artists from London to New Zealand. Exhibiting is not always accessible to everyone. From printing costs, framing, transport and exhibition room hire. It all adds up! So let us do the hard work - all we need from you is to enter.⁠
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Link in Bio or head to our webpage for more information.

We have a few Lockable units available as some of our members have moved into our old office spaces, and will be converting our gallery into more open planned spaces after this exhibition. We have a rare amount of space ready to rent! Books soon to avoid disappointment.

You thought our prices were low before? They even lower now! Price drop on selection studios! ⁠
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We will be holding more open days in the next couple of weeks. Please fill in form and a member of staff will be in touch to discuss a date. Link in Bio. or email [email protected]
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We have a number of spaces available to suit a range of budgets, from open plan desk spaces to private lockable studios. ⁠
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We will be offering rent incentives for longer contracts. This is currently being reviewed. We are also looking at expanding the number of available spaces to keep costs low for our remaining time at Aire Place Mills.⁠
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If you're considering signing for a studio for the full term - ie. until the building's closure in May 2025 - there is an added bonus: As the final occupant of the studio before the building is knocked down, you're free to do whatever you like to the space (within reason!) - Throw paint, get messy, build oddness... crack on

We have a number of spaces available to suit a range of budgets, from open plan desk spaces to private lockable studios. ⁠

We have a few Lockable units available as some of our members have moved into our old office spaces, and will be converting our gallery into more open planned spaces after this exhibition. We have a rare amount of space ready to rent! Books soon to avoid disappointment.

You thought our prices were low before? They even lower now! Price drop on selection studios! ⁠
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We will be holding more open days in the next couple of weeks. Please fill in form and a member of staff will be in touch to discuss a date. Link in Bio. or email [email protected]
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We will be offering rent incentives for longer contracts. This is currently being reviewed. We are also looking at expanding the number of available spaces to keep costs low for our remaining time at Aire Place Mills.⁠
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If you're considering signing for a studio for the full term - ie. until the building's closure in May 2025 - there is an added bonus: As the final occupant of the studio before the building is knocked down, you're free to do whatever you like to the space (within reason!) - Throw paint, get messy, build oddness... crack on

Price DROP!

We have a few Lockable units available as some of our members have moved into our old office spaces, and will be converting our gallery into more open planned spaces after this exhibition. We have a rare amount of space ready to rent! Books soon to avoid disappointment.

You thought our prices were low before? They even lower now! Price drop on selection studios! ⁠
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We will be holding more open days in the next couple of weeks. Please fill in form and a member of staff will be in touch to discuss a date. Link in Bio. or email [email protected]
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We have a number of spaces available to suit a range of budgets, from open plan desk spaces to private lockable studios. ⁠
⁠
We will be offering rent incentives for longer contracts. This is currently being reviewed. We are also looking at expanding the number of available spaces to keep costs low for our remaining time at Aire Place Mills.⁠
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If you're considering signing for a studio for the full term - ie. until the building's closure in May 2025 - there is an added bonus: As the final occupant of the studio before the building is knocked down, you're free to do whatever you like to the space (within reason!) - Throw paint, get messy, build oddness... crack on

You thought our prices were low before? They even lower now! Price drop on selection studios! ⁠
⁠
We will be holding more open days in the next couple of weeks. Please fill in form and a member of staff will be in touch to discuss a date. Link in Bio. or email [email protected]⁠
⁠
We have a few Lockable units available as some of our members have moved into our old office spaces, and will be converting our gallery into more open planned spaces after this exhibition. We have a rare amount of space ready to rent! Books soon to avoid disappointment..⁠
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We have a number of spaces available to suit a range of budgets, from open plan desk spaces to private lockable studios. ⁠
⁠
We will be offering rent incentives for longer contracts. This is currently being reviewed. We are also looking at expanding the number of available spaces to keep costs low for our remaining time at Aire Place Mills.⁠
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If you're considering signing for a studio for the full term - ie. until the building's closure in May 2025 - there is an added bonus: As the final occupant of the studio before the building is knocked down, you're free to do whatever you like to the space (within reason!) - Throw paint, get messy, build oddness... crack on

Second Round of Let Us See you Exhibition is open!

We have 10 bursaries available of up to £100 for artist support that would otherwise prevent the artist from participating in this Exhibition. Information in Application.

These bursary can be for framing/hanging preparation, transport cost to delivery work, attend the exhibition, childcare, lost earnings and more BUT please note this is NOT a bursaries to make, finish or research work. Only towards cost of being involved in the exhibiting of finished work we will not fund materials, making prints, or anything that is not related to the participating in exhibition.

OPEN CALL⁠
Deadline for this Open Call is 11:59pm GMT on April 30th, 2024⁠
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Calling All Leeds Based Artists⁠
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This is a free opportunity to exhibit your artwork in Leeds. We have partnered with venues across the city to host three exhibitions as part of the second phase of the project. The dates of each exhibition will be announced soon. Alongside the exhibitions we are hosting a variety of workshops designed to help artists in their quest to exhibit. You are guaranteed a spot in one of the shows if you complete the below application and participate in the workshops. APS will curate each exhibition and match the artists needs to the venue.⁠
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We are looking for artists creatives working with any medium (painting, sculpture, photography etc). From beginners to professionals.⁠
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We will be supporting you from start to finish, so let’s get to work!⁠
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We have tried to streamline the exhibition application as much as possible to take away any barriers. The form will ask you for a PDF with examples of your artwork that you have available and what you would like from an exhibition.⁠
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We have 10 bursaries available of up to £100 for access support that would otherwise prevent the artist from participating in this Exhibition.⁠
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These bursary can be for framing/hanging preparation, transport cost to delivery work, attend the exhibition, childcare, lost earnings and more BUT please note this is NOT a bursaries to make, finish or research work. Only towards cost of being involved in the exhibiting of finished work - APS will not fund materials, making prints, or anything that is not related to the participating in exhibition. ⁠
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Supported with funding from Leeds Inspired, part of Leeds City Council.

It’s Not You, It’s Me – 27 April

We need to collectively work on making the art world more personable, not more personal. We take so many things to heart. Every no, every rejection, every moment as it is personal- as it IS to us. So many people just give up making as the no’s just pile up so high, we cannot take the weight any longer. I am one of these people – I gave up making art for 9 years as I was all noped out. When did being creative become so much about other people? When did we as creative give others so much power over what and who we are?

How can we start unpicking why we feel so much hurt, so much imposter syndrome? Every single person I meet feels it. We need to start reclaiming the creative world as ours, we need to work more collectively to uplift, celebrate and just say no to this imposter syndrome which does not belong to any of us. As I am me, this is me – and no one can tell me any differently.

It’s not you, it’s me will be talking with curators who select work for open calls, who send out their no’s, but also feel and see it all as the artist themself. I know emailing you with ‘Sorry but this time your application was not successful’ is gonna hurt, I feel you – I have felt it.

This conversation will involve personal experiences on how selections are made, common mistakes which are made and a chance to hear just how selections are made. Often your ‘no’ has no value or reflection on how good the work is.

Afterwards we’ll break into small groups and share ideas, thoughts and get this conversation going to start working towards the changes that are well overdue!

Our Panel

Anna Turzynski is the new Arts Director at Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, Leeds

Georgia Taylor Aguilar (she/her) is Exhibitions and Artist Development Curator at The Tetley.

Lucy Fiona Morrison is an Artist, Curator, and Exhibitions Officer for APS Gallery, and Curator of the Art Show at The Great Yorkshire Show.

See you then!

We have keys to our new Gallery home! Thank you to everyone that supported our crowdfunding we secure this huge space - its going to need a lot of work but so far we have funds for deposit, and the plastorboarding! ⁠
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We currently applying to ACE, and will keep fundraising!⁠
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More News to come!