Visual ArtsEvents

03
MAY
Cocktails, Campfire and Culture
The Midnight Apothecary

.SPRING campfire cocktails are back ‐ botanical cocktails in an enchanted candle‐lit roof garden at the Brunel Museum. Optional underground tours of Brunels Grand Entrance Hall to the Thames Tunnel and a smores or two round the campfire. Every Friday…

04
MAY
Ash Art Exhibition & Sale 2024
St Nicholas Church

The Exhibition gives local artists the opportunity to display and sell their work and in previous years we have displayed around 600 unique exhibits most available to buy at very reasonable prices.Homemade Refreshments available throughout the weekend.Church Tower open at…

10
MAY
RUSSELLS INTERNATIONAL CIRCUS
BEXWELL ROUNDABOUT

Prepare to be amazed as we present to you Britains Greatest circus in a spellbinding production of the MIGHTY KONG JUNGLE ADVENTURERoll up roll up to the circus voted the best in the UK this multi award winning show is…


11
MAY
Make a Gesso Panel with Alison McIntosh-Prentice
Mackintosh at the Willow

Learn how to create a gesso panel with tutor Alison McIntosh‐Prentice inspired by Glasgow Style artists such as Margaret Macdonald and Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The workshop begins with a tour of our historic building followed by the gesso workshop and…

11
MAY
'American English' by Luke Chueh - PV with Artist
Dorothy Circus Gallery

DCG London is delighted to unveil American English the latest solo exhibition by the consummate Luke Chueh set for a collectors and press preview on Friday May 11 at our UK premises at 35 Connaught Street.Comprising thirteen new acrylic on…

14
MAY
'Pewter Live' at the Worshipful Co. of Pewteres
The Worshipful Hall of Pewterers

Pewter Live has taken place in the heart of the City of London at Pewterers Hall since 1988.The annual European Design Competition is organised by the Worshipful Company of Pewterers to promote the use of pewter in modern products. It…

15
MAY
International Watercolour Masters
Lilleshall National Sports Centre

IWM2024 ‐The worlds elite watercolour Masters come together for a spectacular show. Over 150 masterpieces on display in the main exhibition. Daily demonstrations from the Masters. Workshops ‐ learn to paint like a Master. Italian Gardens Nature trails woodland…

18
MAY
Rag Market
Kirkham Methodist Church

Is your house heaving with haberdashery Or do you need some quirky squares of material to finish a project‐ come and bag a bargain. Buyers and sellers welcome. Tea and delicious homemade cakes available in our pop…

18
MAY
Art and Craft Fair
Life Church Cuffley

.An art and craft fair with a good quality art for sale of all genres created by talented local artists. There will also be craft stalls with goods made locally. To book a stall please email anabellifechurch.uk.com ‐ limited availability.…

18
MAY
Visual Arts Open Day
City Lit

Whether youre a seasoned artist or just beginning your creative journey the Visual Arts Open Day offers something for everyone. At the event attendees will be able to gain insight into all the visual art courses from expert tutors. As…

18
MAY
The Camera Never Lies
Sainsbury Centre

.Re‐evaluating some of the most iconic images of the past 100 years will be an exhibition dedicated to the impact and influence photography has had on shaping and in some cases misdirecting the narrative of major global events.Featuring…

24
MAY
Mastering Instagram Reels: Online Workshop
Online (Webinar)

Join us on Friday 24th May at 1pm BST for an empowering session hosted by renowned artist Karen Turner winner of the prestigious VAA Professional Artist Award and the Dubel Emerging Artist Prize.In this workshop limited to a maximum group…

25
MAY
Mentmore Arts Festival
St Marys Church

The 14th Mentmore Arts Festival will take place from Saturday May 25th ‐Bank Holiday Monday 27th 2024.We now showcase over 60 artists twice the number from our opening year. There are painters ceramicists glassworkers textile artists and jewellers to see.…

25
MAY
Miners' Strike at 40: Still the Enemy Within
City Screen Picturehouse,

.Still the Enemy Within is a unique insight into one of historys most dramatic events: the 1984‐85 British Miners Strike. No experts. No politicians. Forty years on this is the raw first‐hand experience of those who lived through Britains longest…

30
MAY
Art Curation & Exhibition Management - Free Introd
Online Event

Join us for an introductory taster session of the Art Curation & Exhibition mamnagemnt Short Course hosted by Karen Van Hoey Smith and the Visual Artists Association. This session is a sneak peek into the full program.These four sessions will…

06
JUN
Wealden Times Midsummer Fair
Hole Park

Theres no better way to enjoy the Summer than a day out at Hole ParkReturning on 6th ‐ 8th June 2024 the Midsummer Fair will have over 250 hand‐picked exhibitors with something for everyone and plenty of places to enjoy…

08
JUN
Make a Stained Glass Window Hanger with Matthew Do
Mackintosh at the Willow

The workshop begins with a tour of our historic building followed by the glass workshop and a break for scones cream and jam with tea or coffee. All materials food and drink are included with the ticket price of £120.Book…

18
JUN
Art Curating & Exhibition Management
Online (Webinar)

Learning the art of curating and exhibition management is a central skill for artists gallerists museums fair directors and educators. Explore the intricacies of curatorial practices and gain insights into effective exhibition management strategies. Dive into the world of…

20
JUN
Creating Campaigns for Limited Edition Prints
Online

An Online Masterclass Special focused on equipping artists with the skills and knowledge to create and sell limited edition prints.Curious to learn how successful artists sell art prints prolifically How do you identify your audience And how can you gain…

27
JUN
Introducing the Momentum Artist Growth Programme
Online

Curious to see how you can take your art practice to the next level The Visual Artists Association offers an exclusive Momentum Programme thats carefully curated to provide you with the tools to develop your business and sell more art.We…

28
JUN
Harewood Biennial 2024: Create/Elevate
Harewood House Trust,

.CreateElevate is the third Harewood Biennial now established as the major craft Biennial of its kind outside London. Presented within Harewood House and across our gardens and landscapes it showcases the work of international artists designers and craft collectives including…

06
JUL
Make Batik Fabric with members of the Batik Guild
Mackintosh at the Willow

Celebrate the International Year of Batik Learn how to create batik designs on fabric with tutors from The Batik Guild inspired by Glasgow Style artists such as Jessie Marion King. The workshop begins with a tour of our historic building…

09
JUL
RHN Sip & Paint: Summer Session
Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

RHN Sip & Paint: Summer Session 9 Jul 2024 7:00 pm ‐ 9:00 pm Royal Hospital for Neuro‐disability West Hill London SW15 3SW Sip Paint CreateJoin us for a social painting event where adults can enjoy unleashing their creativity in…

26
JUL
Brancepeth Castle Summer Craft Fair 2024
Brancepeth Castle

A three day summer craft fair held at Brancepeth Castle near Durham. Over 60 stalls of amazing crafts inside the castle and in the courtyard.Crafts include Fine Art photography jewellery textiles pottery glass leather craft woodwork skin care clothing household…

01
AUG
The Festival of Quilts
National Exhibition Centre

The Festival of Quilts is the BIGGEST quilting show in Europe with over 22000 quilting fanatics expected to attend this year. Launched in 2003 in partnership with The Quilters Guild it has been a hub for people from all over…

10
AUG
Make a Watercolour with Kayleigh McCallum
Mackintosh at the Willow

Learn how to create a landscape painting in watercolours with tutor Kayleigh McCallum inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh painting of Port‐Vendres. The workshop begins with a tour of our historic building followed by the watercolour workshop and a break for…

21
SEP
Make a Beaded Silver Brooch with Laura Murray
Mackintosh at the Willow

The workshop begins with a tour of our historic building followed by the jewellery workshop and a break for scones cream and jam with tea or coffee. All materials food and drink are included with the ticket price of £80.Book…

26
OCT
Make a Hand Bound Book with Toben Lewis
Mackintosh at the Willow

The workshop begins with a tour of our historic building followed by the book binding workshop and a break for soup and a sandwich with tea or coffee. All materials food and drink are included with the ticket price of…

14
NOV
Wealden Times Midwinter Fair
The Hop Farm

Join us for three fabulous days of stylish shopping at Wealden Times Midwinter Fair this 14th 15th and 16th November at The Hop Farm Paddock Wood. There is no lovelier way to shop for original handmade and desirable Christmas gifts…

27
NOV
Life by Luxmuralis @ St Peter's
St Peter's Church

Come and experience the beauty of light and nature as part of St Peters Church 200‐year celebrations. Life by Luxmuralis is a spectacular light show that fills the church space with a radiant light display taking a journey through earth…