Sheepscar Beck Artist Commission

We are looking for an artist to develop a new site-responsive public artwork for Sheepscar Beck in Mabgate, Leeds, working in partnership with Leeds City Council’s Flood Alleviation Team.

The selected artist will be developing the artwork through a community co-creation process, delivering a series of workshops with local residents and businesses. These workshops will inform the final design. The finished work will take the form of metal panels integrated into the fencing of this new public space, drawing attention to the Beck and its role in protecting the area from flooding.

Artist fee: £4,550
Production budget: £15,000
Application deadline: 13 April 2026, 9am

Three artists will be shortlisted and invited to develop a proposal, with a £200 fee available for this stage.

Please read the info pack below before applying.

Zine Artist Commission

We’re looking for an artist to document our upcoming Routing/re:rooting project through a small printed zine, working alongside participants from our women’s drama group and lead artist Mahshid Alavi.

You’ll spend time in sessions, getting to know the group and the process, and finding ways to capture what’s being shared, from movement and cultural references to conversations, stories and small moments along the way. The final zine will. bring these together in a way that feels accessible and true to the project.

Artist fee: £1000

Materials Budget: £500

Application Deadline: 20th April 2026

Please read the info pack below before applying