Exhibitions

Every month we showcase the work of brilliant young artists from the South West.

We engage and support young artists from all backgrounds to make innovative new work. Our exhibitions showcase work from the brightest young creative talent, aiming to make the creative industries as representative as the society we live in.

Ryan Convery-Moroney | Exhibition

Predominantly working with still photography the foundation of Ryan’s practice stems from his inherent connection to architecture, structure, space and urban planning. Read more

Parys Gardener | Exhibition

Parys Gardener is a multi award-winning contemporary digital illustrator based in Bristol, UK. She creates Pop art with a modern edge. Check out her amazing work in this digital exhibition. Read more

Dean Tamagno

Dean Tamagno is a multi-disciplined artist, DJ, Music Producer, VJ artist, Sound artist, which are just some of the hats he loves to wear. His primary love is for Techno and he produces under the alias ‘Dmango’, creating dark intimate Techno. Read more

Discover Diverse Emerging Talent

Looking for diverse talent to join you? We are showcasing the work and skills of the brightest young creative talent, aiming to make the creative industries as representative as the society in which we live. Check out the profiles of Creative Workforce for the Future - emerging talented young creatives who you can get in touch with for new work. Read more

A poetic journey | Scarlett Smyth

Paradise Island and Bright Grey take you on a poetic journey through the themes of memory, nature and emotional self-exploration. Read more

Spotted | Sophie Shepherd

Spotted is a positive, forward-thinking reinvention of the negative discourse surrounding Weston-super-Mare. Read more

In case of loss, please return to: | by Alice Barkwell

A selection of poems beautifully illustrated by Alice Barkwell, complemented by a series of creative responses from other young artists. Read more

Explorations in Failure - by Rory Joseph

Four themed audio/visual pieces exploring the aesthetics of failure, chaos and randomness by young musician and experimentalist Rory Joseph. Read more

Brook Tate

Brook Tate is a Bristol based young artist whose work captures people and characters in a fun and imaginative way, finding stories behind the faces he sees. In this exhibition, we are sharing different facets of his work, giving you a glimpse into his multifaceted practice. Read more

Latest

When I met Rebecca she put me at ease and let me work through things at my own pace.

I’ve learnt about how to channel my frustration which is caused by my anxiety. For the first time I can see light at the end of the tunnel and the future doesn’t terrify me like it did before I started speaking to Rebecca.
Dispelling myths about careers | The Chief Financial Officer

Even wondered how someone becomes a CFO (Chief Financial Officer)? Mark Coates, CFO from Creative Youth Network, shares his journey.
Asden really listened, it felt like he was there as a friend as well as a youth worker.

Asden arranged with hospital education for me to have a full curriculum while I was in there and spoke to my school about me going back. I finally accepted well-being and mental health support, I'm still nervous about opening up to people but I've seen how it can help me with Asden.
Announcement | Sandy Hore-Ruthven is stepping down as CEO of Creative Youth Network

Creative Youth Network today announces that our CEO, Sandy Hore-Ruthven, will be leaving his role at the end of the year. Over the course of his 15 year tenure Sandy has been a transformational leader, with his vision being key to Creative Youth Network's growth from a local organisation in East Bristol to the leading youth charity in the region.

What we do

Creative Youth Network helps young people, no matter what their background or circumstances, to reach their own potential.
Contact us

Get in touch with us to find out more about our youth centres, arts programmes, or services. Creative Youth Network: 0117 9477948
Who we are

Creative Youth Network is a registered charity based in Bristol, in the South West of England. We are youth workers, professional artists, freelancers, volunteers and campaigners. We help all young people to reach their potential and live fulfilling lives, by building secure, positive relationships with them based on the unique needs of each person.
One to One Support in Bristol

Get personal advice and one to one support. Our youth workers are here to help you.
The Station

The Station is Bristol's Central Youth Hub. Come and learn new skills, hang out with friends in the evenings, and get support - all in a relaxed, creative environment.
Support for artists

We provide support for emerging young artists, musicians, performers and creatives aged 16-25 years old, empowering the next generation of great artists from all backgrounds.
Refer a young person

Find out how to refer a young person on to our creative courses, one to one advice service and job coaching programme.
One to one careers advice | West of England Works

We'll give you one-to-one career support and job coaching advice to help you get into the education, employment or training you want.
Venue hire: Hanham

Hanham Youth Centre is the perfect place to hire for activities with young people, especially birthday parties.
Performance Space

Right in the city centre and hosting up to 600 people, our generously sized performance space is ready to be transformed for your event.