We are a (Brighton, UK) Kemptown-based community interest collective, which aims to support non-mainstream visual artists, community wellbeing and mental health through art exhibitions, visual awareness campaigns and fundraising to develop and diffuse positive imagery.
Join us today and let your creativity shine and inspire others through our platform.
🎨 Open Call for Free Submissions! 🖌️
Art lovers, writers, researcher, collectors, and enthusiasts, we encourage you to support our thriving community and shap the future of art by sharing your work with our diverse audience.
We look forward to reviewing your submissions! 🎨
In the wild whirlwind of October 2023, The Ground Kemptown Coffeeshop made a daring leap from 80 to 81 St George's Road. Our fearless leader, Jean Jules Wachter aka JJ, a fusion of French Caribbean, Nigerian, and Jewish roots, seized the opportunity before the swift hands of real estate agents could snatch it away. Not this time, not again!
Nestled snugly in the heart of Kemptown Village, a mere stone's throw from Sussex County Hospital and a skip away from the seafront, our sanctuary stands proudly between The Koop Project at #93 to the West, and The BookEnd at #61 to the East. A gem you can't miss!
Amidst his globetrotting escapades, a bustling Fin Tech career, and a busy family life, our intrepid founder boldly seized the lease for three years with an annual rent – a bold gamble for tranquility and the thrill of the unknown! Behold the Mid-Street Lab, an oasis of Altruistic Art with its offbeat layout where time dances to its own rhythm. This haven is JJ's sanctuary, morphing effortlessly from art studio to gallery to showroom, shattering traditional art channels.
Art is for all, and as UNESCO proclaimed on International Art Day 2023, it's good for the soul – a sentiment we echo for viewers, collectors, and creators alike, simply because: what we see matters! Snag a spot for our daytime live performances or relaxed after-work sessions, and stay tuned for more exciting events on our website. Come visit, we can't wait to meet you!
To Mark World Art Day 2024, Mid Street Lab unveils its unique vision for community enrichment through Altruistic Art, paving the way for Brighton’s first Altruist Art Biennale in 2026.
Join and visit our spring group exhibition from April 25th onwards for an immersive experience in art and creativity. Meet local professionals, art enthusiasts, and resident talents like Ole Skauge and D. Calder, Bo Lucas, and the enigmatic Broken Glass, alongside other local and International artists. Enjoy live sessions, artist signings, and dynamic exhibitions that ignite your senses!
Meet the artists with drinks and nibbles at our preview evenings taking place on Thursday 2th and Friday 26th, 5:30 - 8pm. Se you there!
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