Artist spotlight

What does it mean to be a Bow Arts Artist?

Artist opportunities

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Develop professionally

Along with offering affordable studio spaces we also provide opportunities to help you to develop professionally, such as workshops, training sessions, peer crits, panel discussions and the sale of your art through Own Art.

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What’s going on?

Artist social: life drawing in the Nunnery with Jamie Zubairi and Thamesmead Life Drawing

Thursday 7th December 2023, 6:00pm to 8:30pm , Nunnery Gallery, 181 Bow Road

Bringing together our artist community, spend a relaxed evening at a unique life drawing experience in the Nunnery Gallery hosted by Thamesmead Life Drawing’s Jamie Zubairi. All levels of experience are welcome!

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Visit our flagship gallery

Around the area…

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The Nunnery Café

Enjoy a coffee and a toastie in our cosy Nunnery Café, serving a selection of locally-made cakes, pastries, toasties, soups and other delicious treats. Tucked away down Bow Arts Lane and adjoined to the Nunnery Gallery, it’s the perfect place to unwind or meet friends.

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Roman Road

Roman Road Market

Roman Road’s famous market offers the experience of a traditional street market that has stayed true to its east end roots and offers fantastic bargains.

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Chisenhale Gallery

A non-profit contemporary art gallery with an ambitious programme, giving access to the energy and ideas of an ever-expanding artist community. Found in an old veneer factory and brewery warehouse, they commission and produce contemporary art.

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