Organizer Information
The New English Art Club (NEAC) provides a rare opportunity for early-career artists to draw on the expertise of some of the country’s premier painters. Established in an art education landscape that has increasingly moved away from traditional practice and skills, the NEAC fosters a supportive community for those dedicated to figurative art.
Title & Description
NEAC Artist Scholarships 2026–27: Supporting Figurative Excellence.
These three annual scholarships are specifically aimed at early-career individuals who face financial barriers in pursuing the arts professionally and who have had limited opportunities to engage with the NEAC historically. The program focuses on providing mentorship, educational resources, and exhibition opportunities at the prestigious Mall Galleries in London.
Categories
Figurative Painting, Drawing, and Printmaking.
Eligibility
- Status: Open to early-career artists (anyone at the beginning stages of their professional career, regardless of age).
- Location: Applicants must be living in Great Britain.
- Age: Minimum 18 years old.
- Focus: Must work in figurative painting, drawing, or printmaking.
Program Benefits and Awards
- The Ken Howard Foundation Scholarship (1 award):
- £5,000 scholarship prize.
- One year of close mentorship with leading NEAC figures.
- Free entry to all NEAC classes and workshops.
- Exhibition at the NEAC Annual Exhibition 2027 at Mall Galleries.
- Daler-Rowney Scholarships (2 awards):
- £1,000 prize (£500 cash and a £500 art materials voucher).
- One year of mentorship with leading NEAC figures.
- Free entry to all NEAC classes and workshops.
- Exhibition at the NEAC Annual Exhibition 2027 at Mall Galleries.
Fees
- Application Fee: £10 (administrative fee).
- Waiver: Applicants facing genuine financial hardship may contact the NEAC to request a fee waiver.
Application Requirements
- Portfolio PDF: A single document (max 10MB) titled "surname-firstname.pdf".
- Content:
- Page 1: Contact details and responses to four specific questions regarding artistic practice and goals (max 350 words total).
- Pages 2–7: Up to 6 images of recent work (one image per page).
- Note: The application presentation should be in landscape format for screen viewing.
How to Apply?
Applicants must make the payment online and will then be redirected to the full application instructions. It is critical to save the redirection link as it is not sent via email. Apply for NEAC Artist Scholarships
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 12 noon, Friday 15 May 2026.
- Scholarship Year: 2026–2027.
- Exhibition: NEAC Annual Exhibition 2027.
Location
United Kingdom, London (Mentorship and Exhibition at Mall Galleries).
Additional Details
Previous scholars highlight the invaluable nature of the workshops, critiques, and the supportive community that helps work move forward. Successful applicants are encouraged to continue their engagement with the NEAC beyond the scholarship year.