GALWAD: TURNING Your Passion into Profession

Supporting THE EDIT

InSPIRE your CREATIVITY

GALWAD is a Welsh community enterprise. Our mission is to empower artists, makers, creatives and musicians by providing a vibrant platform for mentoring, development and opportunities.

We believe that artistic growth fuels positive change in individuals and communities and that’s why we’re helping artists and Creatives turn their

‘passion into a profession’

What we do

Creative Development Programs

GALWAD hosts workshops covering various artistic disciplines—painting, sculpture, digital art, music composition, and more. These sessions focus on skill enhancement, technique refinement, and creative exploration.

Creative Development Programs
Mentorship Programs

GALWAD connects emerging artists with experienced mentors and industry professionals. These mentors provide personalised guidance, critiques, and career advice. Through our Mentoring Program, We also have a Dedicated Funding Locator

Mentorship Programs
Community Engagement

GALWAD collaborates with local galleries, cultural institutions, and businesses. Participants benefit from exposure, joint events, and community support. We encourages public art installations, murals, and sculptures, allowing artists to contribute to the visual identity of Wales.

Community Engagement
Talks & Workshops

GALWAD hosts and facilitates a diverse list of talks and workshops throughout Wales by some of the industry’s leading minds. Topics range from arts writing, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, how to market your art & more.

Talks & Workshops
The Great Creative Meet up

GALWAD have created a safe, inclusive environment for creatives to grow, network and form communities. Run in several local areas and supported by local councils. It is a fun, free events to expand you network and grow your creative business.

The Great Creative Meet up
Artist Spotlight

GALWAD shines a spotlight on some of the greatest artistic talents in Wales. Our series of artist interviews explores what it means to be an artist in Wales and promotes creatives in every creative sector.

Artist Spotlight