ASC x Lambeth: Streatham Hill Free Artists Studio Scheme 2025

Applications Now Open

Please Apply By: 3 August 2025

Artists’ Studio Company in partnership with Lambeth Council are excited to announce our applications for Free Studio Scheme are now open. This is an incredible opportunity aimed at an Artist, Designer or Maker who lives in the borough of Lambeth

We are inviting creatives who are resident in the borough to apply. The successful applicant will receive a rent-free studio for two years, starting from 15 September 2025

Eligibility:

We would love to hear from you if:

  • You are a Lambeth resident
  • You work as an Artist, Designer or Maker
  • You do not currently occupy a studio
  • You currently face a barrier to accessing a studio space – financial, geographical etc. 
  • You are committed to make good use of the space
  • You are at a point in your artistic practice where this opportunity would have a significant positive impact
  • We especially welcome applications from local people that wish to support the local community
  • Applications from all ages and career stages welcome

The Studio:

The studio is located at ASC Streatham Hill, 47c Streatham Hill, London SW2 4TT, minutes away from Streatham Hill Overground station and Streatham Hill bus garage.

It is a bright, self-contained studio space with secondary natural light provided by skylights. The studio measures 196 sq ft and has its own lockable door. Tenants have access to a nearby washout sink, a newly fitted communal kitchen, and (forthcoming) a bookable gallery project space. The studio is located on the ground floor, however, please note that access is via a small set of steps.

*Please note that the space is open topped and does not have an openable window, so it may not be suitable for all types of work. We kindly ask you to consider whether your practice is a good fit for the space before applying.

Lambeth Free Artist Studio Scheme 2025


What we’re asking for from the successful candidate:

  1. During or at the conclusion of your time in the studio we ask for a commitment to complete one or more of the following:
    • Exhibition of completed works or works in progress held in the onsite Gallery open to the public (gallery due to open Spring 2025)
    • A public blog or or publicly available journal documenting your time in the studio 
    • Host a workshop with the local community
    • Give a talk or presentation about your work open to the public
    • A curated online presentation of completed works or works in progress during your time in the studio

*If the above do not fit into your practice or you have a specific public-facing project you would like to work on, we are happy to discuss alternative outcomes.

  1. To meet with the Business Support Manager at the start, midway and near the conclusion of the year, OR submit a case study or report (template provided) at the end of the year.

Key dates and Information:

  • Shortlisted applicants will be contacted the week starting 18th August 2025 If you have not been notified by this date you have not been successful.
  • For those shortlisted you will be invited to an interview via video, with a panel made up of an ASC representative and a member of the Business, Culture and Investment team at Lambeth Council who will decide the successful candidate. Interviews will take place the week starting 1 September 2025. 
  • The successful applicant will occupy the studio space from week beginning: 15 September 2025

How to apply

APPLY NOW: Complete this form
For any questions please contact: lettings@ascstudios.co.uk
Closing date: 3 August 2025

If you would prefer to submit your response in a format other than our Google Form,  here are the alternative submission options available:

  1. Word Document Submission:

Please email us at lettings@ascstudios.co.uk. We will send you a Word version of the submission form, which you can complete and return to us via email once finished.

  1. Video Response:

For those who prefer to communicate their ideas verbally, we also accept video submissions. Please record a 2 – 3 minute video response that addresses the required prompts or questions. Once recorded, email the video file or a link to the video (e.g., via Google Drive, Dropbox, or another file-sharing platform) to  lettings@ascstudios.co.uk 

If you have any questions or require further assistance with these alternative formats, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

 Terms and Conditions:

  • The application is open to fine artists or designer makers – which may include but is not limited to sculpture, painting, drawing, print, fashion design, textile design, illustration
  • ASC reserves the right to terminate the contract if the artist/designer/maker fails to comply with the competition brief
  • Photo ID and proof of address will be required for shortlisted candidates
  • Electricity usage is metered. General electricity costs are included; however, if you use tools or machinery with high energy consumption, you may be required to cover the additional cost of your usage.
  • In accepting this you agree to publicity with Lambeth Council and ASC for use in potential magazine, social media, website and to third party local media and press
  • This is primarily free workspace opportunity only, with the offer of up to 3 meetings with ASCs Business Support Manager – offered month 1, 6 and 11.
  • You must be a Borough of Lambeth Resident

 

ASC Studios and Lambeth Council partnership

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