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Join Axis

We are Axis, an independent charity supporting contemporary visual artists.

We support artists with funding, visibility, connection and practical help.

We are built on membership, and a shared commitment to artists.

Guest

Free

A way to explore Axis. No commitment.

  • Attend public events.
  • Post opportunities (subject to approval).
  • Receive news and updates.

Starter

£20 / yearly

Start or develop your practice within a national network.

  • Join the community and take part
  • Access opportunities and jobs

Associate

£30 / yearly

For artists who want practical support.

Includes Starter benefits.

  • Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
  • Legal helpline for advice
  • Access resources and member events

Professional

£55 / yearly

For artists ready to grow their practice and visibility.

Includes Associate benefits.

  • Curated profile and visibility across Axis
  • Access to bursaries, fellowships and opportunities
  • Mentoring and development support
  • In kind support for funding applications

Apply for Professional member

View Professional membership criteria

Associate and Professional memberships include £15m public liability and £5m professional indemnity insurance. Insurance activation is required.

Still not sure?

We are an independent charity, funded by our members, not driven by profit or directed by funders.

We support artists with practical support, visibility and connection.

Most artists join through recommendation from other members.

Membership is flexible. You can start where you are and move up when you need more.

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Join Axis

We support artists

Funding, visibility, connection and practical help. 

Membership includes £15 million of Public Liability Insurance!

Axis is an independent charity, funded by our members. 
Become a Member

OPEN: £50,000 directly to artists.

Axis Artist Awards 2026

The Axis Artist Awards support artists to develop their practice, test ideas, make work and keep going. 

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