Extra Ordinary People (EOP) is a community of artists that has been at the heart of Eastside Projects since 2008. Everyone is welcome.

Through EOP we work to create the conditions for artists and practices at all stages to thrive. We do that by organising events, workshops, opportunities and projects, sharing knowledge though group crits and 1-2-1’s, making connections through The Exchange, Away Days, and EOP Summer Camp and helping to build mutually supportive networks.  

EOP reaches out in many different directions, working with partners locally and nationally through initiatives like The Kaleidoscope Network which co-produces regular online workshops that bring communities of artists across England together.

Membership costs £5 a month or is free if you have Global Majority heritage, or if you are a Disabled, D/deaf or Chronically Ill person. All income is invested directly into the EOP programme so if you can afford to pay please consider it. Find out how to join HERE.

EOP is currently supported by Arts Council England and Birmingham City University.