Creative Island Ident (Teal)
The Cultural Development Agency for the Isle of Wight

Artists & Makers

IW Creative Network launch event at Boojum & Snark, Sandown, IW, 2022

The IW Creative Network supports Artists and Creatives on the Isle of Wight

Young People & Education

Workshop at Island Free School for Lift the Lid Project

The IWCEP is an ever growing group of inspiring organisations and individuals, working together with Island educators to nurture cultural and creative education for all young people on the Isle of Wight

Museums & Heritage

The Hammerhead Crane in Cowes with children running pass it

The Museums and Schools Programme aims to enhance the links between local schools and museums. Currently led by the Isle of Wight Council, IW Museums and Schools is an Island-wide partnership of museums and the Isle of Wight Cultural Education Partnership who, since 2018, have engaged with local schools and developed a range of new […]

Open Studios

Celebrating artists IW Open studios banner

Creative Island proudly supports the Isle of Wight’s annual Open Studios event, running from 23rd August to 8th September 2024. This 17-day celebration showcases the vibrant creativity of local artists across the island. Visitors can explore studios, galleries, pop-up exhibitions, and more, with free admission to all venues. Art enthusiasts can enjoy a diverse range […]

Town Conversations

Hanging strips of paint colour charts

A series of five place-based gatherings of the creative and cultural sectors on the Isle of Wight

Past Projects

IW CEP Conference 2023 Stonecrabs Theatre workshop

Explore our past projects showcasing diverse cultural initiatives, from reconnecting communities with local museums and galleries to inspiring young people to engage with the Isle of Wight Biosphere through dynamic, place-changing artworks. For more details on these impactful projects, follow the links provided on this page.