This resource is for early career artists, who have little to no experience with finding funding for their work. Early career means someone who has started working in the creative and cultural industries in the last two years. It doesn't matter how old you are - this is about helping you to move forward and develop the creative career you want for yourself. You might not yet identify as an artist and that’s OK. This resource has been designed to help you see that arts funding is for you, whenever you are ready.

By Holly Ball, Creative Career Specialist (Updated July 2026)