Artist Support & Development
SAW’s vision is for Somerset to be a place where people expect to engage with excellent visual art that is surprising and distinctive.
We encourage artists to experiment, to produce and present new work, and for audiences to experience it first hand.
We currently have over 400 artists, group and organisation members – benefits include: opportunities to take part in Somerset Open Studios and Festival events, projects, commissions, bursaries, networking, training and peer support.
Artist Development Programme
SAW has worked with, supported and advised many artists over the years. Read on for information and ways to get involved in SAW-supoorted projects and artist development activities.
Members Directory
View our members profiles by art form, including links to their social media and websites.
Membership for artists
SAW is a membership organisation offering a wide range of opportunities for our artist members, for individuals, groups and organisations.