Sussex ArtBeat

Art on show in Brighton & Hove and Sussex

Mobility of Line/Utility of Line – Exhibition and book launch ** 8 Mar – 9 Apr 2014 ** University of Brighton – Faculty of Arts

John Andrews, Duncan Bullen, Nat Chard, George Hardie, Antoni Malinowski, Jeffrey P. Turko, Ivana Wingham and The Drawing Research Interest Group (DRIG). Line is the constitutive moment of every drawing … Continue reading

February 16, 2014 · Leave a comment

Art Exhibition: Chris and Steve Rocks ** 13 Mar 2014 ** Artique Gallery, Brighton

Come and meet a phenomenal artistic partnership. These twin brothers create their monumental works together on a single canvas, so every composition represents a full and equal collaboration between them. … Continue reading

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Art Exhibition: Yvonne Coomber Solo Show ** 8-16 Mar 2014 ** Art5 Gallery, Brighton

Art5 Gallery announces Yvonne Coomber’s first ever solo show in Sussex, exhibiting a brand new collection of her vibrant signature florals, as well as exclusively unveiling an exciting new style. … Continue reading

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The Drawing Circus: BODY PROJECT ** 25 Feb 2014 ** The Old Market, Brighton

This month The Drawing Circus takes an unusual tack, exploring the distortions of the human body in our themed life drawing event ‘The Drawing circa: Body Project’. Four nude and … Continue reading

February 15, 2014 · Leave a comment

Brighton Tattoo Convention ** 15-16 Feb 2014 ** Hilton Brighton Metropole Hotel

The 7th Brighton Tattoo Convention will be running 15th/16th February 2014, at Hilton Brighton Metropole Hotel the south of England’s largest residential conference centre right in the heart of the … Continue reading

February 15, 2014 · Leave a comment

The Naked and The Nude exhibition at The Warehouse Gallery – 14 Feb 2014 opening review

A frank exhibition of paintings, photography and sculpture opened tonight at Brighton’s Warehouse Gallery. Art on show included work by George Keetley, Stan Keetley, Jamie McCartney, Req, Ruhan van Vuuren, … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Party at Art Schism 14 February 2014

Art Schism, Brighton’s cooperative gallery with strong roots in street art, hosted a Valentine’s party last night that gave Sussex Artbeat a chance to catch up with the latest art … Continue reading

February 15, 2014 · Leave a comment

New Street Art at Brighton’s Albert Pub – ICONS art exhibition ** 22 Feb – 5 mar 2014 ** Art Schism, Brighton

An art exhibition by Req and Sinna One Exhibition: 22 February – 5 March 2014 Private view and mural launch party 21 February 5-8pm at Art Schism, 8pm-close at Prince … Continue reading

February 14, 2014 · Leave a comment

Culture and Design: A Vision of China – Talk by Professor Jan Staël von Holstein ** 20 Feb 2014 ** University of Brighton – Faculty of Arts

Professor Jan Staël von Holstein presents a discussion of contemporary Chinese culture, examining the differences between East and West and how such contrasts relate to design thinking. Professor Jan Staël … Continue reading

February 12, 2014 · Leave a comment

United Visual Artists exhibition ** 18 Apr – 22 Jun 2014 ** Towner, Eastbourne

United Visual Artists (UVA) is an art practice that use design processes to combine a wide range of disciplines including sculpture, installation, live performance, and architecture. Drawing upon their studies … Continue reading

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Call for submissions ** deadline 21 Feb 2014 ** Pop-Up Brighton project for Brighton Digital Festival

Call for submissions for video artists and animators now open. Free to submit to be part of a sell-out show at Brighton Dome. Looking for video artists within any discipline … Continue reading

February 12, 2014 · Leave a comment

Call for Artists : 100 (trees) exhibition ** deadline 31 Mar 2014 ** ONCA, Brighton

Call for 100 artworks 20x20cm on the subject of trees…. via http://onca.org.uk/get-involved/callforartists/

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Group Show FANFARE ** 7 Feb – 9 Mar 2014 ** Ink_d, Brighton

With the first show in 2014, Ink_d is ringing in the changes with a new look gallery and a ton of fresh work. Gallery would also like to introduce to … Continue reading

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Alexa Clarke Kent – 365 Photography Exhibition ** 7-15 Mar 2014 ** Gallery40, Brighton

365 Photography Exhibition by Alexa Clarke Kent 7-15 March 2014 Gallery40 40 Gloucester Road, North Laine Brighton UK BN1 4AQ +44-1273-691511 via http://gallery40.co.uk/coming-up.html  

February 12, 2014 · 1 Comment

Betsy Greer on Craftivism ** 25 February 2014 ** Fabrica, Brighton

Ever wonder when to stay with an idea or when to let it go? When to dig in and when to walk away in regards to your creativity? In 2001, … Continue reading

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‘Dodge the Shredder’ workshop – getting funds for art ** 25 February 2014 ** Fabrica, Brighton

Dodge the Shredder is a combination of peer critique forum, funding strategy and proposal writing workshop for artists developing or planning funding applications in the near future, designed to help … Continue reading

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Painter to Painter: Discussion Event ** 15 Feb 2014 ** Phoenix Brighton

To accompany the ’20 Painters’ exhibition at Phoenix Brighton (8 Feb – 30 Mar) Peter Ashton Jones, co-founder of Turps Banana magazine and art historian Peter Seddon lead a discussion … Continue reading

February 12, 2014 · Leave a comment

Arts Jobs: Art Consultant ** Cloud Gallery, Brighton

NOW RECRUITING Art Consultant – Vacancy at Cloud Gallery in Brighton For more details visit http://www.cloudgalleryfineart.co.uk/index.php?location=events

February 6, 2014 · Leave a comment

Cloud Gallery, Brighton

Contemporary Fine Art specialists – Cloud Gallery represents some of the Country’s leading award winning Artists offering Original Paintings, Exclusive Limited Editions, and bespoke commissions. Many of the Artists are … Continue reading

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INorganic: Group Art Exhibition ** start 21 Mar 2014 ** ONCA, Brighton

Plastic is a part of our culture. We use it and we throw it away. And then it comes back. It is in the flow of the rivers, the swells … Continue reading

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Arts Jobs: Trustee, Brighton Photo Fringe ** deadline 17 Feb 2014 ** Brighton

Brighton Photo Fringe – Appointment of new trustees Brighton Photo Fringe (BPF) is an essential regional hub for early-career photographers. It nurtures experimentation and ambition by promoting inclusivity and entrepreneurship. … Continue reading

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Arts Jobs: Student Graphic Designer ** deadline 28 Feb 2014 ** Brighton

We are looking for a student studying Graphic Design to work with us on a project coming up as part of Brighton Fringe this May. This is a great opportunity … Continue reading

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First Fridays – ARTISTS WELCOME ** 7 Feb 2014 ** Brighton Dome

On the first Friday of each month Brighton Dome welcomes artists in all disciplines to our Studio Bar to meet and share ideas. Each event features a special guest from … Continue reading

February 6, 2014 · Leave a comment

The Naked and the Nude FULL PROGRAMME ** 15 Feb – 8 Mar 2014 ** The Warehouse Gallery, Brighton

The Naked and the Nude, a daring and provocative journey into art exploring all things naked. The Warehouse Gallery will be exhibiting 6 talented artists and showcasing beautiful and exciting … Continue reading

February 6, 2014 · 1 Comment

Call for entries ** Brighton Art Fair ** deadline 31st Mar 2014

Brighton Art Fair has, for over ten years, been bringing 100 of the brightest and best contemporary visual artists from Sussex and around the country to exhibit at the Brighton … Continue reading

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No Walls Gallery – NEW GALLERY OPENING ** 28 Feb 2014

No Walls is an independent gallery based in Brighton, UK. Aiming to challenge the conventional view of a contemporary art gallery and firmly believing that art should be accessible to … Continue reading

February 1, 2014 · Leave a comment

Art Exhibition: The Megamunden Show / New Gallery Opening ** 28 Feb – 22 Mar 2014 ** No Walls Gallery, Brighton

The show marks the opening of No Walls Gallery new building on Church Street, whilst acting as the perfect follow up to the worldwide success of Megamunden‘s ‘The Tattoo Colouring … Continue reading

February 1, 2014 · 1 Comment

Romek Marber Exhibition ** 7 Mar – 9 Apr 2014 ** University of Brighton – Faculty of Arts

A retrospective of work by graphic designer Romek Marber for Penguin books, The Economist, New Society, Town and Queen magazines, Nicholson’s London Guides, BBC TV, Columbia Pictures, London Planetarium and … Continue reading

January 30, 2014 · Leave a comment

HEADROOM – 2nd year students’ show ** 8-13 Feb 2014 ** University of Brighton – Faculty of Arts

Students from Photography, Moving Image and Sculpture are exhibiting and performing their work as part of the 2nd year Faculty of Art exhibitions. Headroom represents the ever-changing collaborative energy related … Continue reading

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The Big Art Secret 2 exhibition ** 8-23 Mar 2014 ** Towner, Eastbourne

Towner and St Wilfrid’s Hospice are staging The Big Art Secret 2, a fundraising effort to support the local hospice and Towner. Postcard-sized art will be exhibited at Towner for … Continue reading

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Art Exhibition: WhaleFest ** 1-16 Mar 2014 ** ONCA, Brighton

A cetacean-filled exhibition in association with WhaleFest, the world’s largest festival about whales, dolphins and marine life. Featuring: Tom Ashworth Paul Bartlett Adam Binder David Bennett Keith Brockie Anita Bruce … Continue reading

January 30, 2014 · 2 Comments

Ansel Krut ** 3 May – 9 Jul 2014 ** Jerwood Gallery, Hastings

Jerwood spring show will be an exhibition of painting by Ansel Krut (b. 1959). Krut’s painting focuses around subverting still life by linking objects to create improbable, playful and often … Continue reading

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Ronnie Wood Exhibition ** 15 Feb – 6 Apr 2014 ** Castle Fine Art Gallery, Brighton

Enjoy an exhibition of artwork by rock icon Ronnie Wood. Comprising original works of art, hand-written song lyrics and hand-painted guitars used by Wood, the Raw Instinct exhibition provides a … Continue reading

January 30, 2014 · Leave a comment

Valentine 2014 Exhibition ** 1-15 Feb 2014 ** Art5 Gallery

The exhibition showcases an exciting new collection by the resident artists, capturing the essence and mood of romance with dreamy textured seascapes, vibrant abstracts in warming tones and enchanting floral … Continue reading

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Art Exhibition ** 7-17 Feb 2014 ** Art Schism, Brighton

Love is in the air and it’s so intoxicating that it is affecting our brains! On the 7th of February Art Schism artists shall be giving you all, our valentines, … Continue reading

January 30, 2014 · 1 Comment

American Odyssey – photography exhibition ** Private View 24 Jan 2014 ** One Eyed Jacks Gallery

American Odyssey is the next photography show to take place at One Eyed Jacks, featuring the work of American photographer Ari Gabel, Canadian Thomas Gardiner and Brighton’s own Jack Latham. … Continue reading

January 23, 2014 · Leave a comment

IN FOCUS: Marlow Moss ** 12 Oct 2013 – 23 Apr 2014 ** Jerwood Gallery, Hastings

This Tate touring exhibition features a group of works by Marlow Moss (1889-1958), now regarded as one of Britain’s most important Constructivist artists. The paintings, reliefs and sculptures, drawn from … Continue reading

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IN FOCUS: ALFRED WALLIS ** 1 Feb – 23 Apr 2014 ** Jerwood Gallery, Hastings

Complementing the collection exhibition will be a single room display, profiling the work of Alfred Wallis (1855-1942). Wallis, whose work also features in the Jerwood Collection, was a key figure … Continue reading

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JERWOOD COLLECTION: REVEALED ** 1 Feb – 23 Apr 2014 ** Jerwood Gallery, Hastings

This exhibition will offer an in depth look into the Jerwood Collection of 20th and 21st century British art, exploring the history and personal stories of the collection’s development. The … Continue reading

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Jerwood Gallery

The award-winning Jerwood Gallery, situated next to the fishing beach in Hastings’ historic Old Town, is the home for the Jerwood Collection of 20th and 21st century art and changing … Continue reading

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Near Dark ** 8 Feb – 4 May 2014 ** Towner, Eastbourne

Explore the space between night and day, between the dog and the wolf, in a display curated by the artist/film maker John Skoog. Drawing from the time when night approaches … Continue reading

January 22, 2014 · Leave a comment

Wonderland – exhibition ** 2 Nov 2013 – 26 Jan 2014 ** Towner, Eastbourne

Inspired by Chiharu Shiota’s exhibition in the Exhibition Gallery, this display will draw on works in the collection that explore themes of space and architecture. Many of the pieces contain … Continue reading

January 22, 2014 · Leave a comment

John Skoog: Redoubt ** 25 Jan – 6 Apr 2014 ** Towner, Eastbourne

John Skoog works with film and video. He follows in the tradition of Scandinavian film through the use of stark landscapes and slow-pacing. The poetic use of the Swedish landscape … Continue reading

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Stories From The Front Line – Brighton Science Festival ** 14 Feb – 31 Mar 2014 ** Jubilee Square, Jubilee Street, Brighton

SICK! presents four medical stories from the lives of doctors and patients living and working in Brighton & Hove. Four comic book artists have been invited to work with one … Continue reading

January 20, 2014 · Leave a comment

EDITION art exhibition ** 26 Jan – 3 Mar 2014 ** Cameron Contemporary Art, Hove

First show of 2014 at Cameron Contemporary Art showcases a range of collectable limited edition artworks including screenprints, digital prints and etchings. Artists include: Sarah Arnett, Sarah Bowman, Kate Boxer, … Continue reading

January 20, 2014 · Leave a comment

Opportunities for film makers ** deadline 27 Jan 2014 ** Fabrica, Brighton

Fabrica is looking for an experienced film maker/s to contract for some exciting opportunities. There are three briefs for the following opportunities – creating Fabrica’s regular exhibition interpretation films and … Continue reading

January 18, 2014 · Leave a comment

City Hall refuses to hang the portrait of the Mayor – because Paul Ostrer’s painting was not commissioned through official channels

17 January 2014. Councillor Denise Cobb, Mayor of Brighton and Hove, said tonight at the unveiling of her portrait (wearing official regalia), that council officials have refused to hang the … Continue reading

January 18, 2014 · Leave a comment

New Artists Wanted at Artrepublic

Could you be the next Banksy or Peter Blake? Artrepublic is on the lookout for talented new or established artists to add to their ever growing collection. If you have … Continue reading

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From Downs to Sea: A Slice of Life ** 5 Apr – 15 Jun 2014 ** Brighton Museum & Art Gallery

  ‘We were given the opportunity to work with Brighton Museum to choose art work from the Arts Council Collection for an exhibition. We found many works that spoke to … Continue reading

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Brighton Beach in the English cultural imagination ** 11 Feb 2014 ** Royal Pavilion, Brighton

Art and cultural historian Dr Lara Perry takes a tour of Brighton Beach in art, print and film from the last 200 years, since Turner’s time here. Tuesday 11 February … Continue reading

January 16, 2014 · Leave a comment