Illustrating Boston
We’re inviting artists from across Greater Lincolnshire to take part in the summer phase (July–September 2025) of Illustrating Boston—a year-long creative project exploring the town’s influence on visual storytelling, journalism, and publishing.
At the heart of the project is the creation of The Illustrated Boston News: a community-led, printed publication that reimagines the spirit of The Illustrated London News through a contemporary lens. Each edition combines historical inspiration with current-day themes and creative approaches.
We are currently commissioning artists to contribute to the summer edition of the publication. This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with local residents, run public workshops, and help shape a vibrant, visual portrait of Boston today.
We’re looking for artists who:
Work in illustration, printmaking, drawing, graphic storytelling, collage, or other visual media
Are passionate about place-based, socially engaged practice
Are excited to deliver three or more creative workshops with the Boston community
What you’ll do:
Co-create a printed, community-led edition of The Illustrated Boston News
Lead public workshops to gather stories and create new work
Help bring local voices, creativity, and perspectives to life through visual storytelling
Summer activity runs: July–September 2025
Open to artists living or working in Greater Lincolnshire
Apply by 12pm, Monday 14th July 2025
For more details or to apply, email emilie.nunn@e-lindsey.gov.uk