WHO ARE WE?
ArtsFest, was founded by Aimee Magee and Grace Fairley in 2019, it is a vibrant community arts project based in Belfast.
Our mission is to shine a spotlight on the rich tapestry of talent emerging in the city, to create a safe and inclusive space for artists. We believe in making art accessible and provide a platorm for artists at any stage in their career.
WHAT DO WE DO?
HOW DO I SUBMIT?
Submit through our google form. Submissions will open in February. There is no fee to submit. We accepts all forms, including visual art, performance, video, audio, and written. Our theme is engaging.
WHEN IS ARTSFEST?
ARTSFEST will take place in June 2024, in Arts For All Cityside.
PAST EVENTS:
ARTSFEST is a biennial arts festival. Beginning in 2020, our first show hosted 35 different artists from across the island of Ireland.
Born out of a desire to curate a space that makes art fun, friendly and for all. By the time our second event took place in 2022 we had grown to showcasing 86 artists, 5 writers, and a DJ.
Within the walls of our exhibition, artwork ranged from established artists to first time exhibitors. From young to old.
We worked alongside the INSPIRE group, an artist program for adults with learning disabilities, who had portraits on display.
We partner with Arts For All who share in our ethos of making art accessible and own a beautiful space.
We are excited about the future of ARTSFEST and the talent that exists on the island of Ireland. Accessing art should not seem scary. Accessing art should not be limited. Everyone should have the chance to exhibit. If you feel like ARTSFEST is the place for you, submit to our 2024 show. If you have any queries send us an email and we will respond as soon as we can.
