Apollo Painting School is an intensive 3-month summer programme for UK-based emerging painters, delivered online and in person in Manchester, with a one-month residency in Latina (Italy) and a final group exhibition in Sermoneta. Applications open 20 Feb 2026 and close 15 Mar 2026 (12pm BST). Selection is made by a panel comprised of Chloe Wise, Lenz Geerk, Louise Giovanelli and Dr Ian Hartshorne. Apollo Painting School invites applicants from any background and is committed to covering the cost of the programme for those applicants who require financial support.