Visual Arts Network of South Africa (VANSA)

We're back online and ready to tackle the new year. We're looking forward to collaborating and engaging with our visual arts community! For any queries, please email us at info@vansa.co.za or send us a DM.

We sat down with Andani.Africa Junior Researcher and practicing visual artist Makhosazana Maduna to discuss the findings of the report. We looked at the gaps in the industry, and what gives her hope for the future. @ArtsCultureSA @VANSAnational #ShareYourVoice

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: OPEN CALL FOR PROPOSALS: SOUTH AFRICAN VISUAL ARTS HISTORIANS APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 April 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: SHARED STUDIO SPACE FOR CREATIVES: STUDIO KHAI vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: MASTERCLASS OPEN CALL: ROGER BALLEN CENTRE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY APPLICATION DEADLINE: 20 March 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: EMPLOYMENT: SMAC GALLERY STELLENBOSCH APPLICATION DEADLINE: 27 March 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

What is the real value of the Cultural and Creative Industries? Insights from the Economic Mapping Study by the @saculturalobs, highlight the importance of measuring the sector’s economic contribution and impact. #CulturalEconomy #CreativeSector #SACO

Human Rights Month honours those who fought for freedom and democracy. We remember the brave men and women who marched in Sharpeville and Langa on March 1960 against apartheid pass laws. ✊🏾 🎟️ Free entry to selected Iziko museum sites on 21 March 2026. #HumanRightsMonth

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: ART STUDIO SPACE TO RENT: DIONYSUS SCULPTURE WORKS vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Department Of Sport, Arts And Culture (DSAC) - Call for applications: youth employment opportunities. 🗓️13 February 2026 at 12h00 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note the link does operate, please scroll down for the Youth Employment Opportunities. More: dsac.gov.za/Department%20O…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS: LAKRITZ GALLERY vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR VACANCY (FLEXI-TIME): KZNSA GALLERY APPLICATION DEADLINE: 23 February 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: DAVID KOLOANE AWARD OPEN CALL: BAG FACTORY ARTISTS’ STUDIOS APPLICATION DEADLINE: 8 February 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: OPEN CALL FOR ART EXHIBITIONS PROPOSALS: SPRINGS ART GALLERY APPLICATION DEADLINE: 16 March 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Did you know? That ConHill is a human rights precinct & a world-class heritage tourist attraction incorporating cultural, historical, artistic, educational & recreational spaces. Here is an overview of the history of the site. constitutionhill.org.za/pages/experien… #VisitConHill

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC): Call for applications: youth employment opportunities. Apply and share with those who may be interested.   More: dsac.gov.za/Department%20O… Good luck to everyone applying🎯

Iziko Museums of South Africa, its staff, Council and the wider museum family, extends our deepest condolences to Dr Ferrus’ family, friends, colleagues and all those whose lives were touched by her art and advocacy. Full tribute online bit.ly/TributeDrDiana…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: WRITER IN RESIDENCE OPEN CALL: ROGER BALLEN CENTRE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WANTED ONLINE AND THE AFRICAN FASHION RESEARCH INSTITUTE APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 February 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

📢 SAVE THE DATE | 10 February 2026 Did you know? In 2023, SA's Cultural, Creative & Sports Industries contributed R271 billion to the economy around 4% of national GDP. Creativity is not a side hustle. It’s a growth sector. #creativeeconomy

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: RURAL RESIDENCY OPEN CALL: ARTIST JANET RANSON APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10 February 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…

Take a look at this opportunity on our website: FINE ART APPRECIATION COURSE OPEN CALL: ARTIST MNCEDI MADOLO AND RAMUSHU ART GALLERY Application deadline: 7 February 2026 vansa.co.za/opportunities/…