Since 1994, Bow Arts have nurtured London’s diverse creativity and talent – creating opportunities to work, learn and enjoy affordable, lifelong access to the arts.
What we do
Our studios connect artists with local communities, where they can meet other creatives and develop professionally. We give communities greater access to and interaction with the arts, through our learning programme, workshops, exhibitions and events.
Featured studios
Camden Studios
Smaller, affordable artist studios in the heart of the city. Artists here benefit from amazing transport links and a newly-formed creative community.
What’s on
Bow Families: create your own vibrant prints with Hernán Guardamagna
Reminisce with creativity as we create our own vibrant prints honouring cherished memories with fashion and footwear designer Hernán Guardamagna. Open to children and families of all ages – all materials provided!
Bowfest: Open Studios 2024
Friday 21 June 5:00pm to 9:00pm | Saturday 22 June to 10:00am to 4:00pm
Get ready for Bow Arts’ biggest event of the summer! Meet our community of over 100 talented artists working at our flagship site, Bow Road. Join us in the Bow Arts Courtyard for live music, a makers market, family workshops, food stalls and more…
Schools, colleges and early years
We work with local, inspiring artists to deliver an innovative programme of learning through workshops, projects and training in schools.
Artist spotlight
Laura Wilson: V&A East X Bow Arts Fellowship
We interviewed Laura Wilson about the V&A East X Bow Arts Fellowship, and the rich history of textiles within Newham.
Visit our flagship gallery
Nunnery Gallery
The Nunnery Gallery is our not-for-profit, free, contemporary art space, situated in a former, nineteenth-century convent. It hosts thought-provoking exhibitions and events, including the internationally acclaimed, biennial, moving image show Visions, our annual Bow Open, showcasing our studio artists’ work, and our locally inspired Raw Materials.
