Studio 38 is an individual, self-contained artist studio located within Spode Works Studios, Stoke-on-Trent. It has 24/7 access for artists.

Spode Works Studios occupies part of the 250-year-old Spode ceramics factory. ACAVA converted the building into 43 artist studios, an exhibition space, and professional development facilities, completing the project in 2018 in partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Arts Council England.

The building supports a creative community and hosts the ACAVA Hosts: Three Counties Open Residency, offering studio space and professional development for emerging artists from Staffordshire, Cheshire, or Shropshire. Studios range from 100 to 500 sq. ft., with most receiving excellent natural light.

Spode Works also includes a gallery space available for hire and is involved in partnerships with local cultural organisations such as B Arts, the Spode Rose Garden, The British Ceramics Biennial, Festival Stoke, and The Spode Museum Trust.

The studios are located approximately a 10-minute walk from Stoke-on-Trent train station, providing practical transport links for artists and visitors.

Why choose an ACAVA studio?

• Affordable, long-term licences
• Secure a studio quickly – no waiting list
• Join a creative community with over 50 years of history
• Access opportunities through ACAVA’s wider network and programmes
• Studios across London, Ardleigh, and Stoke-on-Trent
• Professional Development curatorial support: One-to-one studio visits on request, free tickets to ACAVA Talks, a chance to join your community’s Open Studio event, newsletter mailout with resources and opportunities.

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