Established in 1995, our mission is to actively encourage and support creative thought and artistic vision.   At our premises on the banks of Deptford Creek, we provide 42 secure studios for visual artists, a contemporary art gallery, and a working sculpture yard.  We aim to:

• promote the value of creativity in the visual arts

• provide secure studio space in perpetuity on Creekside, Deptford

• provide an accessible gallery space

• run an annual Open Studio event to give visitors access to a working artistic community

• forge links with local, national and international individuals and groups to develop a diverse range of educational programmes

An artist-led organisation, APT is managed by the Administrative Director, who works with the trustees, artist-members and other staff to deliver APT’s aims, as defined above.

Uniquely, each artist who is offered a studio automatically becomes a member of the charity, taking an active role in its direction through subcommittees and other advisory roles. There are currently three subcommittees: Gallery & Programming, Vetting and Building, each composed of up to 7 artist members, 3 Artist Advisers and 4 Floor Reps. 

Proposals and recommendations are made to the Management Committee that is formed of:  Trustees, Chairs of the sub committees, three elected Artist Advisers and four Floor Representatives and the Administrative Director. 

The collective character of APT outlined above has evolved naturally since 1995, creating a supportive environment and ensures that APT's decision-making processes are fully transparent to the entire membership and contributes to its development and success.  

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Committees

Building Sub-Committee