Jelly’s Associate members are a diverse group of more than 50 independent practising artists at different stages of their creative development with covering varied art forms who form a reciprocal support network. Our members currently include artists from Reading, the UK and further afield.

We are committed to building a membership that truly reflects the diversity of our local community. Reading is home to a wide range of cultures, and we are especially keen to encourage applications that represent our town, including artists who identify as Black, Asian, or from other Global Majority backgrounds and anyone who has experienced barriers to participation. We believe that diversity enriches creativity and collaboration, and we are dedicated to building an environment where artists from all backgrounds feel welcome and supported.

Associate Artist membership offers artists an experimental and supportive space to develop their creative practice and professional development.

Applications are now CLOSED - Our next call will open 14 January 2026

Membership benefits include:

• networking opportunities with other artists

• skill-transfer opportunities through group discussions

• critiques

• access to Jelly’s shared resources

• first to hear about career development opportunities and special events

• residency opportunities

• discounts on workshops and our art shop

• opportunities to to work on collaborative projects throughout the year membership with the whole group or with individuals

• priority booking for funding surgeries (including mentorship for specific applications)

• opportunities to be included on the Jelly website and social media channels

APPLICATIONS are now CLOSED

Our next call out will open 14 January 2026

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The membership fee is £72 per year (equivalent to £6 per monthly event). This fee helps to support an Artist Associate Facilitator and also maintain our studio space enabling us to provide opportunities for the wider community. 

We offer new membership twice a year and only successful applicants will be offered a place. 

We have 2 call outs a year to join our associates - in the Summer and Winter. Click here to sign up to our newsletter to be notified of opportunities for artists at Jelly