ACAVA Talks summer 2025

ACAVA Talks: summer programme now live.

We’re pleased to announce the summer season of ACAVA Talks, our professional development events programme for creative practitioners.

Whether you’re looking to reconnect with purpose, try something new, or simply reflect on your creative journey, this programme is for you.

Through knowledge-sharing and skills development, ACAVA Talks offers space for artists and creatives to learn, reflect, challenge and rethink how we work. With trusted voices from across the sector, each session focuses on practical tools, honest conversations and peer support for sustaining a creative practice.

This summer’s programme includes online and in-person events exploring everything from critical feedback to artist–teacher collaborations.

Ticket pricing
Standard: £5
Concession: £1
Free for ACAVA studio holders

Smartist x ACAVA Talks
We’re proud to be sponsored by Smartist, the world’s most downloaded art visualisation app. ACAVA Talks attendees can claim a 30-day free trial and a discounted annual subscription.

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Join us for our summer programme:

Studio Visits with Georgia Taylor Aguilar

Part of ACAVA Talks: Join Georgia Taylor Aguilar online on Friday 20 June, 11am–12.30pm for strategies on approaching studio visits with clarity, intention, and confidence.

Critical Feedback with Chloe Cooper

Part of ACAVA Talks: Join Chloe Cooper online on Thursday 3 July, 1–2.30pm to explore generous, practical approaches to peer mentoring and giving/receiving constructive feedback.

Artist teacher collaborations with Dr Darren Chetty

Part of ACAVA Talks: Join Dr Darren Chetty on Friday 25 July, 11am–12.30pm at Barham Park Studios for an in-person session on artist–teacher collaboration in education.
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