alias is a platform built by artists for artists for the development of artist led groups in the South West of England. They aim to nurture artist led activity by providing a critical context, resources and advice to artist led groups through an advisory service and by fostering the creation of an organic community where cooperative and collaborative projects can thrive. In 2010 alias will be working with partners including Artquest and Somerset Art Works to supprt artist-led culture in the South West, visit alias for more information.