About SAF
Connecting the arts community in Southwark
Southwark Arts Forum helps artists, arts organisations and creative industries in Southwark to excel, and to have a greater impact on their local community. We do this by providing a wide range of networking, information and advice services such as our events, e-bulletins and one-to-one sessions. We also advocate for the arts in the borough.
SAF has over 2000 members. It was set up by local artists in Southwark in 1987. We are a rich creative network widely known in Southwark and beyond.
Our members are a creative bunch! They range from visual artists, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, photographers, poets, film producers, graphic designers, theatres, galleries, studios, arts organisations, community groups, education institutions, council staff, local businesses and lots of other creatives. Members come from all stages of careers and diverse backgrounds.
Join us! Become a Member
We have two membership levels Basic Membership and Full Membership. The Basic level is free to anyone. Full Membership is £20 a year (free to those eligible to the concessionary rate). Find out more about membership
As a member we will help you make contacts, be more effective, find support, increase your impact, get new skills and gain confidence. Get in touch to find out more about how we can support you.
SAF services:
Members Directory Use the Directory to search for local artists or organisations. Make sure you are promoting yourself on there, by creating your member profile and uploading your work. Find out more
E-Bulletin Be on the pulse of what’s happening in Southwark’s art scene. Find out about the latest artists’ opportunities, funding, training and local events in your inbox every two weeks. Promote your events or put a call out on the E-Bulletin. Find out more
Networking Events Get connected to the local art scene by meeting other artists or people working in the arts, at our friendly informal events. Find out about current issues in the sector, and visit different cultural venues Find out more
Resources If you are looking for sources of funding and further support, spaces for events, promotional services, training and more check out these online pages. Find out more
Professional Development Get tailored one to one advice about your project or career development. Find out more
SAF offers its members a wide range of other benefits About Membership
SAF is grant aided through Southwark Arts and Culture, Southwark Council. Further funders, donors and sponsors are listed on our SAF Supporters page.
