Hosted at London Bubble Theatre

Designed for emerging and mid-career artists ready to take their next big step but needing support to secure funding.

This hands-on, full-day workshop broke down the fundraising process into practical, achievable steps. Artists left with the tools, confidence, and clarity to start turning bold ideas into funded projects.

What the day included

• Funding demystified – where the money is, how to find it, and how to speak funders’ language.

• Creative project planning tools – simple templates to shape your ideas into fundable plans.

• Application power session – live review and feedback on draft bids to sharpen your voice.

• Insider know-how – what funders really want to see, plus tips to stand out in a crowded field.

Why artists came

• To move beyond the guesswork and gain step-by-step guidance.

• To strengthen funding applications with direct, expert feedback

• To connect with peers navigating the same challenges in the arts sector

Impact

Emerging and mid-career artists left with stronger applications, clearer fundraising strategies, and renewed confidence to make their projects a reality.

Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England