Call Out & Commissions
Artist, creative organisation or community minded leader, this is where you will hear about all new opportunities.
Open Quay: Call Out
A new ‘open studio’ weekend for North Shields, 26–27 September 2026
This September, creative doors across North Shields will open for a brand-new celebration of art and making.
As an artist / maker / creative, Open Quay is your opportunity to invite visitors into your studio or creative space and to share what really happens behind the scenes. Be part of the first ever Open Quay and help shape a new cultural highlight for the area.
Who can take part?
If you’re creating in North Shields, we want to hear from you. We’re inviting expressions of interest from: Artists • Designers • Musicians • Writers • Dancers • Photographers • Performers • Creative venues • Studio holders • Architects • Makers of all kinds
Why get involved?
Showcase your work to audiences from North Shields and beyond
Promote and sell your work, or raise your profile
Connect with fellow creatives and build new collaborations
Featured promotion via a printed trail map, NSCQ website and social media
What could I do?
It’s completely up to you, make it as simple or as ambitious as you like. You might:
Simply open your studio for visitors to explore, see you at work and chat
Offer a demonstration or workshop (for free)
Host a pop-up exhibition
Sell your work
Share your creative process
Do I have to open both days? No, you can choose to take part in one or both days. Just save the dates for now!
I have no fixed space (or prefer not to open your space)? You can still be involved. There will be opportunities to exhibit in curated window spaces or take a table at the North Tyneside Business Centre
Interested?
We’re currently gathering expressions of interest. Be among the first to receive full details and secure your place in this exciting new creative trail. Register your interest by emailing nscultulturalquarter@northtyneside.gov.uk and the Open Quay Coordinator will be in touch