The second round of ncas small grants is now open to applications. Our inaugural round in autumn 2023 proved popular and, after careful selection from a number of submissions, we awarded three small grants for exhibitions to Norfolk-based artists and groups.
The next deadline is Thursday 29 February at midnight.
Eligible projects should have a strong link to Norfolk and include exhibitions, events, support for development of a body of work, artistic professional development. The maximum amount available per award is £500.
Please read the guidance for applicants before applying.
If you would like to apply, please follow the link to the online form on 'Jotform' which you can complete online (preferred) or submit by email.
If you have any questions about the application process or would like an informal phone discussion about a project for consideration, please email us at norfolkart@googlemail.com and your query will be passed on to the relevant trustee.
Please note that applications are only accepted from ncas members or from groups where at least one person is a ncas member.
Click here to apply: SMALL GRANTS APPLICATION FORM
The ncas Small Grants awarded in autumn 2023 were:
QueerFest was awarded £350 for ‘Interrupt’, a curated exhibition of contemporary art at the Shoe Factory Social Club, Norwich from 8 - 25 February 2024. UPDATE: This exhibition will now be held at the Undercroft, near Norwich Market.
“As LGBTQIA+ people, we operate within the matrix of heteronormative society; often being unseen, despised or ‘othered’. The intention of Interrupt is to challenge the heteronormative gaze and elicit stories of a Queer experience. It is anticipated that the artists will share work that may include themes of gender, sexuality, gender dysphoria, mental health, combating stigma, not conforming to expected gender norms and, of course, some fun and playfulness.” Rachel Collier-Wilson, QueerFest
Unconsumed II was awarded £350 for a group exhibition of around 100 artists, who have a strong connection to the East Anglia region, at the Shoe Factory Social Club, Norwich, from 27 May - 12 June 2024.
“Multi-generational, cross-disciplinary and championing inclusivity, this will be an exciting showcase of our local creative talent. The project will also be a brilliant networking opportunity for artists from across the region, from different backgrounds and career-stages. We plan to run a series of free creative workshops for the local community, which will also allow artists to gain valuable experience as art educators.” Georgia Green and Eleanor Rodwell, Unconsumed II
Grace Adam was awarded £300 for materials to produce a new body of work for a solo exhibition, at Mandell’s Gallery, Elm Hill, Norwich from 10 - 31 August 2024. Funding is for the development and production of ceramic sculptures, edition prints and collages.