Fringe Arts Bath Festival

Fringe Arts Bath (FaB) is an experimental platform for new ideas and early-career curators and artists, offering a unique space outside the conventional gallery art scene. It invites artists of all backgrounds and experiences to contribute to its 2025 Festival. FaB is a volunteer-led festival, providing an opportunity for creative expression across a variety of disciplines. Information & Application Details: • Application deadline: Friday, 11 April 2025, 23:59 GMT • Application fee: Free * Selected artists will be asked for a £22 donation to help cover festival costs. Eligibility: • Open to artists worldwide, regardless of experience level. • No specific requirements to consider yourself an “Artist.” • Application is free and open to individuals and groups, including those without gallery experience. Themes (20+ Exhibitions & Projects): 1. YOU HATE MY JOB, BUT YOU NEED IT: Exploring socially underappreciated jobs that enhance quality of life. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/need 2. YOU ARE THE LIGHT: Works exploring the embodiment of light. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/you 3. URBAN BIOPHILIA – YOUR SANCTUARY: Creating art that brings nature into urban spaces for healing. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/urban 4. SENT FROM…: An anonymous postcard project to express unsaid emotions. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/sent 5. SCREENPLAY: Artworks for projection or monitor displays that challenge narrative conventions. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/screenplay 6. REHEARSING EMBODIED ECOLOGIES: Artistic exploration of collective practices addressing climate and colonialism. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/rehearsing 7. LUSUS NATURAE: Reflecting on individuality and societal norms, exploring “freaks of nature.” https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/naturae 8. LIKE A BREACH IN NATURE: Surreal environments where animals dominate alternate ecologies. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/breach 9. INSERT THERE: Reimagining art placement in real or fictional spaces. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/insert 10. IN SEARCH OF GHOSTS: Art and archaeology exploring how humans have lived differently. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/ghosts 11. HUMAN-MACHINE CO-CREATION: Interactive works exploring AI’s role in creativity. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/machine 12. HABITUAL STATES: Art exploring memory, time, land, and identity. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/habitual 13. GOOD SOUP: A celebration of Bath’s ecology through foraging, cooking, and community meals. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/soup 14. GENTLE WORDS FALL UPON LOVING EARS: A celebration of love in everyday life. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/gentle 15. FREE-FOR-ALL: Works that celebrate sharing resources with generosity and foresight. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/free 16. FAB PHOTOMARATHON: A photo challenge exploring Bath through 20 themes in 10 hours. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/photomarathon 17. EARTHBOUND: Works reflecting migration, ecology, and material connections using foraged materials. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/earthbound 18. COQUETTE CORNUCOPIA: An immersive exhibition combining food, ritual, and sensory experiences. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/coquette 19. COMMUNITY: Exploring the essence of community through art, food, festivals, and social interaction. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/community 20. CATNIP: Celebrating the complex relationship between humans and cats across history and digital culture. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/catnip 21. ART MAPS: Creative maps as visual journeys or processes. https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/maps 22. VOLUNTEERS: Join FaB’s team in festival production, event management, and other tasks. https://fringeartsbath.co.uk/support 23. EVENTS: Submissions for workshops, performances, and time-based art for FaB’s live events. submissions@fringeartsbath.co.uk 24. GROUPS & COLLECTIVES: Submissions from artist groups and collectives showcasing high-quality work. submissions@fringeartsbath.co.uk How to Apply: • Visit the specific theme links for detailed information on each project. • Free to apply to as many themes as you wish. • Selected artists will be asked for a £22 donation to help cover festival costs. Submission Requirements: • Applications vary by theme. Typically, submissions may include: o Descriptions of work or concept (maximum 200 words). o Visual, audio, or video files to represent your work. o Links to online portfolios, videos, or related work may be required. * For events and groups/collectives, a brief description (written or in video/audio format) is required, alongside supporting media. Selection Process: • The FaB team will review all applications. • Selected works will be invited to be part of the 2025 festival. • Artists may be invited to contribute to projects or exhibitions that align with their submission. Program Benefits: • Opportunity to showcase work at the Fringe Arts Bath Festival. • The festival provides exposure for early-career and independent artists. • Networking opportunities with other artists, curators, and attendees. • The festival provides a platform for experimental and diverse artistic expressions. Contact & Resources: • For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/ • FAQ: https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/faq • Direct inquiries: info@fringeartsbath.co.uk. • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fringeartsbath/Note: Keep an eye on individual project pages for specific submission details and deadlines. Website link: https://www.fringeartsbath.co.uk/