SLG's youth collective for people aged 16-21.
Are you aged 16-21? Join Art Assassins, SLG’s collective for emerging creatives, where you’ll collaborate with artists and staff to create exciting new projects.
What do we do?
As an Art Assassin, you’ll have the chance to shape unique creative projects. In the past, we’ve curated a youth takeover festival, produced a video game, and even started a political party.
Our projects are driven by Art Assassins members – a diverse group of young people, in collaboration with artists and SLG staff. We meet twice per month to take part in discussions, hands-on creative activities, eating snacks, and going on research trips.
Why join?
- Build your creative practice and boost your CV
- Go behind the scenes at the gallery and explore creative careers
- Learn new skills in a supportive environment
- Make new friends and connect with like-minded people
Our current project
From October 2026 to April 2027, we are collaborating with the artist and educator Nia Fekri, working together to make a film. Inspired by the artwork of Lorna Simpson and Cindy Sherman, we are working with photography, collage and film to explore questions of who we are, how we see ourselves and others, and what we want from the world. We will then curate a public exhibition of our artworks at South London Gallery in April 2027.
Upcoming dates
Autumn Dates:
6 October, 5-7pm
20 October, 5-7pm
3 November, 5-7pm
17 November, 5-7pm
1 December, 5-7pm
How to join
Art Assassins runs October-April, and you’re welcome to join at any point throughout the process. Please email artassassins@southlondongallery.org and you’ll be sent details on the next steps to join up with the group.
Find out what we’re up to by following the Art Assasssins on Instagram.
“What Art Assassins has taught me is that creativity isn’t just about making art pieces, it’s about building communities that imagine better futures.”
– Raz, Art Assassin, 2025-26
“ The experience of being an Art Assassin has boosted my confidence and made me feel more confident and secure in myself entering the creative industry. South London Gallery genuinely feels like a nurturing place where the education team holds community and support at its core.”
– Poppy, Art Assassin, 2022-23
Art Assassins is supported by Hauser & Wirth
SLG staff are responsible for the safety of the children and young people that we work with. Read our safeguarding policy.