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From gritty urban graffiti to abstract surrealism, The miniVAN deftly navigates the ever-evolving artistic landscape, reflecting the pulse of modern culture.

Inspired by the pioneering spirit of Visual Artists News Sheet, The miniVAN sets out to redefine the landscape of contemporary art, providing a comprehensive platform for both established artists and emerging talents. As we honour the roots of the past, we fervently embrace the spirit of change, envisioning a future where art continues to inspire and challenge the human experience.

Packed with captivating features, exclusive interviews, and thought-provoking editorials, each issue of The miniVAN is a collectible art piece in itself. Readers can expect insider insights, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a celebration of the unsung heroes shaping the artistic zeitgeist.

The visionary team behind The miniVAN comprises renowned art writers, respected artists and curators, and passionate creatives dedicated to curating an enriching experience for readers and artists alike.

The miniVAN invites you to embark on an extraordinary journey that transcends the boundaries of imagination. Whether you’re an art aficionado, a budding artist, or simply curious about the transformative power of visual expression, The miniVAN promises to ignite your passion and broaden your horizons, bringing you from the inside of an artist’s studio to the wide realm of creative practices that exist outside of how we think of visual art.

2026 Survey: Individual visual artists workspaces

2026 Survey: Individual visual artists workspaces

We invite you to have your voice heard in this update to our surveys into Artists Workspace needs.

Over the past two years we have been conducting research into the supply and demand for workspaces cross the country. Last year, over 700 artists participated in the survey where we asked about their current and future needs. We wish to update this information and see what the current demand is country wide. The purpose of this, in combination with other surveys and research, is to provide a report, which has been commissioned by the Arts Council, with an overview of the current supply versus demand and the status of studios and artists’ needs.

We understand that you may not need a studio, may currently be satisfied with your current set up, or are actively looking, and so we ask that you fill out the survey to best represent your own current and future need.

The survey will take around 10 – 20 mins max. I want to encourage everyone to participate so that we can offer a comprehensive overview.

To complete the survey please follow this link: https://forms.gle/6gmvH77vvoJn8V239

The deadline for submissions is 17th June 2026 at 5pm

If you have any questions along the way, then don’t hesitate to call or email us. (01) 6729488 or helpdesk@visualartists.ie with the subject line: Survey 2026

Thank you for taking the time to read this post and we hope that you will have time to complete the survey.
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