Glasgow Life Artists in Communities

Glasgow Life Artists in Communities is a programme which aims to transform lives through engagement and participation in creative and cultural activity, in local communities across the city.

Since 2018, 35 artists - as individuals, collectives or organisations - have been commissioned as Artists in Communities. They have delivered 92 different projects across the city. In 2023-24 there are 6 projects exploring the climate crisis - its meaning and impact - with different communities in the city, funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Two young people look down at a table with colourful tiles on it, which are part of an exhibition.

Freelance opportunity - Heritage Artists in Communities

Submissions now open for freelance, Glasgow-based artists to apply to be commissioned for a 6-month Heritage Artist in Communities project from October 2024 to March 2025. Selected artists will work with local communities to uncover and celebrate the heritage of Sauchiehall Street. Deadline for proposals: Friday 30 August, mid-day (12:00pm)

Our current Artists in Communities

Snapshots

Get a Snapshot of the creative activities which have already been delivered to people across the city thanks to Glasgow Life Artists in Communities

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FURTHER READING

Read about other artists and arts organisations the programme has previously commissioned to deliver creative opportunities in different areas of Glasgow. 

The diverse range of projects included visual art, music, film making, storytelling, community events, poetry and more besides; activity was directed by local needs and priorities.

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Artists in Communities archive

Find out more about the origins of the programme, Creative Communities Artists in Residence.