Summerhall Arts Spaces: Paid Space Call-Out are thrilled to welcome artists into Summerhall’s creative spaces to experiment, develop new ideas, and take time to focus on their work.

Across the year, they offer 20 weeks of paid space and 30 weeks of free space, advertised in instalments. This call-out is for their paid space. The paid space offers a dedicated, supported week for artists or collectives in need of space, time and a small financial boost to help things along.

What’s included:

• Up to five days access to Tech Cube Zero
• If the Anatomy Lecture Theatre suits your work better, you’re welcome to request it (subject to availability; venue specifications available on request)
• A £500 stipend for lead artists booking a full week
• If applying for fewer days, the stipend is offered at £100 per day

This opportunity is best suited to artists or groups in the early to mid-development stages who would benefit from focused time and space, without the pressure of public outcomes or sharing. They’d welcome you to share any photos, videos or reflections from your week that they can celebrate across their social media channels.

A few things to know:

• No tech support is provided.
• Artists must be fully self-sufficient and bring any equipment, materials, cables, etc.
• No printing or additional resources are available on-site.
• You’ll sign an agreement confirming care of the space and respect for our code of conduct.

This is an opportunity to focus in, take space, and prioritise your practice – they’ll give you the keys and leave you to it.

Key Details:
• Applications assessed on eligibility and need, rather than the concept itself. They’re looking for artists who can demonstrate that this time and support will meaningfully benefit their work right now.
• Deadline: Sun 17 August 2025, 5pm
• Outcome Notification: Fri 22 August 2025
• Next Round of Applications: Opening mid November 2025
• Tech Specs & Space Info: Available on request

Available 2025 Dates:
20 – 24 October
27-31 October
10 – 14 November
24 – 28 November
1 – 5 December
7 – 12 December

Their paid space is offered year-round in rolling instalments. You’re welcome — and encouraged — to apply for free space at the same time. Where this is the case, they will always prioritise your application for the paid space.

For further information, please contact imogen@summerhallarts.co.uk or visit https://forms.office.com/e/mSyy0tA3CC.