Brighton-based community interest collective, promoting non-mainstream local visual artists, community wellbeing and mental health to develop and diffuse positive imagery through art exhibitions, visual awareness campaigns and fundraising events.
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Join us today and let your creativity shine and inspire others through our platform.
Artist open call: Register Now!
Volunteering opportunities: bring exhibitions to life (Gallery Assistant), inspire through social media (Digital Storyteller) and keep our community informed (Newsletter Assistant).
Ready to jump in?
Contact us at info@midstreetlab.com and let’s shape the future together!
We look forward to hearing from you!
In October 2023, under the visionary leadership of JJ aka Jean Jules Wachter MA MBA, whose rich French Caribbean, Nigerian, and Jewish heritage flows through every decision, 80 St George's Road was claimed before it slipped away. Tucked in Kemptown Village, the space became Mid-Street Lab - a creative haven where local modern art thrives and time dances with possibility and community wellbeing.
Come, the journey has just begun!
The Altruistic Art Model is designed to create a support system for grassroots artists to grow without the constraints of commercial pressures to offer socially aware, curated and affordable quality art exhibitions, workshops and events as well as sustainably produced collectables. Our model ensures:
1 - Visibility: We connect artists with high-profile, often expensive events, offering them exposure they might not typically access, such as Brighton Fringe Festival, Photo Fringe Festival, Spring and Winter Artist Open House Festival.
2 - Free Exhibition Space: Artists can showcase their creations in both physical and digital spaces without paying participation fees, reducing financial barriers
3 - Print Support:We fund the production of superior quality, limited-edition prints with our local partners Dipol Print & Harwood Kings Printmakers, alleviating the costs from artists.
4 - Revenue Sharing: Artists receive at least 30% of profits, significantly higher than industry standards, ensuring fair compensation.
But what truly sets us apart from the competition is our unwavering commitment to fostering community well-being and mental health through the curation and diffusion of positive, uplifting imagery.
Our passion drives our ambition and despite a context of budget cuts to the arts since "the model is no longer sustainable", we hold onto one belief: the only way to create a better future is to nurture creativity within the local community.
We are convinced that Altruistic Art is a real, tangible solution and we invite you to join us in this vision. Let's build that future together.
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Welcome to Mid Street Lab’s Winter Season! ❄️
As the winter sets in, we’re thrilled to bring you an inspiring lineup of events from January to March. Here’s what’s in store:
☕ Brews & Chats
Join us every day for morning and afternoon Brews & Chats a chance to enjoy a complimentary coffee, connect with fellow creatives, and spark new ideas.
🎨 Winter Highlights
- Adam McEvoy’s 20 Years of Skateboard Design: Book launch and exhibition.
- Speakeasy Fundraiser: A night of art, food, and community.
- Ole Skauge’s Solo Show: Discover his latest work.
📢 Artist Open Call: Submit your work by February 19th for the Spring 2025 exhibition,“Time Is the Real Currency"
Stay tuned for updates. Let’s make this winter creative and unforgettable! 🎨
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