A former shop has been transformed into a business support centre for artists and designers.

Inc. Creative will be based in Cavendish Street, Keighley , and will provide a display space for local artists following its official opening this Thursday.

There will also be mentoring, workshops, training and networking events at the new centre, which has been set up by Leeds City College as part of a regional drive to help artist and designers turn their art into viable businesses.

The college, which also runs the nearby Keighley Campus, has used the Cavendish Street store for several years as an outlet for fledgling businesses.

A spokesman for the college said: “Each year the store will present ‘six seasons’ that will feature products from new designers, artists and makers.

Inc. Creative will be open from 5pm to 8pm on Thursday September 6.