Sussex ArtBeat

Art on show in Brighton & Hove and Sussex

DON’T MISS: Meet the Artist, An Evening with Patrick Morales-Lee

Friday 2nd Sept, 7-9pm at Katherine Richards Art Gallery, Hove 111 Portland Road, Hove BN3 5DP / Tickets £10 TO BOOK, CLICK HERE Join us on Friday 2nd September for … Continue reading

September 1, 2022 · Leave a comment

AUBREY BEARDSLEY: A BRIGHTON BOY :: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery :: 30 July – 27 Nov 2022

Aubrey Beardsley scandalised and delighted the late Victorians with his decadent black and white drawings. The illustrator created erotic and elegant art, both humorous and grotesque, which is now often viewed … Continue reading

August 26, 2022 · Leave a comment

Artists Open Houses ** weekends 7-29 May 2022 ** Brighton and Hove

2022 will be a very special year for Brighton and Hove’s Artists Open Houses festival as it celebrates its 40th Anniversary. Brighton and Hove Artist Open Houses, the originator of … Continue reading

March 22, 2022 · Leave a comment

Art Show: The Light that Speaks – David Storey ** 26 Mar – 16 Apr 2022 ** Cameron Contemporary Art, Hove

“My paintings offer ‘glimpsed’ or half-remembered figures and faces – re-imagined people standing on the edge of living memory, recovered from a personal archive of the forgotten.” David Storey Introduction … Continue reading

March 15, 2022 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Time and Place – Jane Campling and Amy Dury ** 5-20 Mar 2022 ** Cameron Contemporary Art, Hove

Introduction Jane Campling’s practice involves walking, drawing, looking, painting and reflection – both in the South Downs landscape and in her studio. The paintings can be viewed meditatively and purely … Continue reading

March 4, 2022 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Luella Martin ** 12-27 Feb 2022 ** Cameron Contemporary Art, Hove

As part of the last two weeks of our Winter Show, Cameron Contemporary are delighted to feature the solar etchings of one of the gallery’s most popular artists, Luella Martin. … Continue reading

February 12, 2022 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Winter 2021-22 ** Cameron Contemporary Art, Hove

The Winter Show is one of the Cameron Contemporary Art’s most important and most enjoyable exhibitions of the year. As always the show is mix of paintings, prints, sculpture, ceramics … Continue reading

November 23, 2021 · Leave a comment

Artists Open Houses ** 27 Nov – 12 Dec 2021 ** Brighton and Hove

Artists Open Houses 2021Winter Festival The festival runs weekends: November 27 & 28 I December 4 & 5 I December 11 & 12 View Winter Open Houses →  Artists Open … Continue reading

November 14, 2021 · Leave a comment

Stimulating Art from Life :: Sussex County Arts Club Annual Show 2021 :: Weekends June 2021

A stimulating presentation of art from life sessions at Sussex County Arts Club in central Brighton. Drawings, paintings and sculpture. Annual art show open 1pm-5pm Saturday and Sunday through June … Continue reading

June 11, 2021 · Leave a comment

Artists Open Houses ** weekends 29 May – 27 June 2021 ** Brighton and Hove

Artists Open Houses Festival June 2021 The 2021 AOH Festival listings will go live online here from this Friday, 14th May. AOH printed brochures will hit the streets from next Monday … Continue reading

May 14, 2021 · Leave a comment

ART SHOW ONLINE: Festival 2020 ** May 2020 ** Cameron Contemporary from Hove

The Festival Exhibition is always a highlight of Cameron Contemporary’s year.  This year’s show might be taking place in very challenging circumstances but the quality and variety is as exciting … Continue reading

May 4, 2020 · Leave a comment

The most glamorous, prestigious arts jobs in Sussex? Call for volunteer contributors to help the Artbeat revival

Loyal readers of Sussex Artbeat will have noticed a decline in our wonderful art news content over recent months. However, our devoted followers keep growing! So we know people want … Continue reading

May 4, 2020 · Leave a comment

BRIGHTON FRINGE ** 2-31 May 2020 ** Brighton and Hove

Brighton Fringe is the largest open-access arts festival in England. It is an international festival that is at the same time rooted in the community. It embraces every art form … Continue reading

March 3, 2020 · Leave a comment

BRIGHTON FESTIVAL ** 2-24 May 2020 ** Brighton and Hove

Brighton Festival is the biggest and most established annual multi-arts festival in England, returning from 2 to 24 May 2020. A celebration of music, theatre, dance, circus, art, film, literature, … Continue reading

March 3, 2020 · Leave a comment

ART SHOW: NESS – Stanley Donwood, Robert Macfarlane ** 27 Mar – 23 Apr 2020 ** Whistleblower Gallery, Hove

  An exhibition of drawings and prints produced for NESS, the latest collaboration from Stanley Donwood and Robert Macfarlane  PV March 26 Exhibition: March 27 – April 23​ Whistleblower Gallery 14 … Continue reading

March 3, 2020 · Leave a comment

LAST CHANCE TO SEE: New Work by Susan Evans – an Exhibition ** until 21 July 2018 ** Naked Eye Gallery

… Naked Eye are delighted to have a new exhibition with award winning artist Susan Evans. Well known for her powerful and dramatic cloudscapes, seascapes and landscapes on canvas, Susan … Continue reading

July 19, 2018 · Leave a comment

Art Show: The Italian Job. An art collaboration with Dadaprojects ** 4 May – 3 June 2018 ** Naked Eye Gallery

” Made in Italy – known throughout the world”, the talent and quality which has always distinguished Italian art and design will be on show in the vibrant Naked Eye … Continue reading

April 15, 2018 · Leave a comment

Artists Open Houses ** 5-28 May 2018 ** Brighton, Hove, Coastal, Ditchling, Hassocks

  The May 2018 Artists Open houses Festival will run weekends 5th-28th May Pick up a brochure at: Brighton and Hove train stations, libraries, museums, tourist information centres and, from … Continue reading

April 15, 2018 · Leave a comment

Art Show: BLACK WHITE LIGHT DARK 2017 ** 2 Sep – 1 Oct 2017 **  Cameron Contemporary Art

Cameron’s September Exhibiton showcases works of depth, richness and variety within an essentially monochromatic palette. In turn serious and playful, these pieces draw in the viewer using the most subtle … Continue reading

September 7, 2017 · Leave a comment

Photography Show: Expectations and Lessons in Forgiveness/Three Letters + ** 30 Sep – 6 Oct 2017 ** Naked Eye Gallery

The Naked Eye Gallery are pleased to be hosting a double photographic exhibition by established photographer Hannah O’Hara and up-and-coming photographer Zachary Innes-Mulraine between 30th September and 6th October.   … Continue reading

August 7, 2017 · Leave a comment

Art Show: stilleven – Chris Kettle ** 1-28 Sep 2017 ** Naked Eye Gallery

  The Naked Eye Gallery are pleased to be hosting an exhibition by renowned Brighton based Still Life artist Chris Kettle. Inspired by the light within the darkness of Dutch … Continue reading

August 7, 2017 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Winter 2016 ** 12 Nov – 23 Dec 2016 ** Cameron Contemporary Art

Cameron’s fourth Winter Show is again full of quality and diversity. With prices starting at £25 there is something to tempt every budget in the run up to Christmas. Alongside … Continue reading

November 28, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Christmas Exhibition ** 22 Oct – 23 Dec 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

Naked Eye’s 2016 Christmas Exhibition offers original paintings, sculptures, ceramics, mixed media art work, limited edition prints as well as cards and gifts. Perfect if you want to give someone … Continue reading

November 25, 2016 · Leave a comment

Brighton Photo Biennial 2016: Beyond the Bias – Reshaping Image ** Oct 2016 ** Brighton

  Brighton Photo Biennial is the UK’s leading curated photography festival and promotes new thinking around photography through a commissioned programme of events and exhibitions. Beyond The Bias – Reshaping … Continue reading

October 8, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Graham Dean ** 8 Oct – 7 Nov 2016 ** Cameron Contemporary Art

One of Britain’s most powerful figurative painters, Graham Dean’s career has spanned four decades and seen his work exhibited worldwide. His watercolour works have been described as ‘extraordinary’ and ‘immensely … Continue reading

October 4, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: BPF 2016: Screened ** 3-19 Oct 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

Sean Padraic Birnie Alberto Sinigaglia James William Murray   Curated by Benedetta Casagrande within the context of Brighton Photo Fringe 2016, Ardesia Projects presents SCREENED, a showcase of photographic works … Continue reading

October 4, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Figure – A Cast of Characters ** 3 Sep – 2 Oct 2016 **  Cameron Contemporary Art

  This show focuses on The Figure and Cameron Contemporary are delighted to feature the stunning work of Kevin Hendley, now firmly established as one of the gallery’s most collectable … Continue reading

September 4, 2016 · Leave a comment

Dixon’s Gavel Bash ** 3-29 Sep 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

The Naked Eye Gallery is pleased to announce a contemporary art auction to raise funds for a much loved and celebrated Brighton-based artist, the ‘daddy’ of pop art, Simon Dixon … Continue reading

September 3, 2016 · 2 Comments

Art Show: Eiger Memories: Homage To My Father – Christianne Haag ** 14 Jul – 11 Aug 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

  The Naked Eye Gallery are pleased to welcome back Christianne Haag in July and August for her stunning new exhibition ‘Homage To My Father’. In this exhibition, Christianne explores … Continue reading

July 10, 2016 · Leave a comment

The Safety Map – Pink Fringe and Kate Shields ** 3-7 Aug 2016 ** Brighton Dome

A quilted map of Brighton will occupy the Founders Room as we approach the biggest weekend of the year for the LGBTQ community. You are invited to contribute your experiences … Continue reading

July 10, 2016 · Leave a comment

Brunswick Town Art Fair ** 17 Jul 2016 ** Brunswick Square, Hove

  A celebration of Brighton’s rich artistic heritage with an exhibition of work by local artists. Sunday 17th July , 11am-6pm Brunswick Square, Hove free entry   Source: Brunswick Town … Continue reading

July 10, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: THE COLOUR OF SUMMER ** 25 Jun – 28 Aug 2016 ** Cameron Contemporary Art

Selected gallery artists showing their most vibrant, exciting works to celebrate the season. Alongside this riot of colour, and exhibiting for the first time at the gallery, the gallery is … Continue reading

July 10, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Plain Vanilla ** 4-30 Jun 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

  The Naked Eye are pleased to be hosting this exhibition by four renowned European artists: Klaudia Dietewich – Along the way Traces are her photographic subject. Interested in the … Continue reading

June 3, 2016 · Leave a comment

ART at Brighton Fringe ** 6 May – 5 Jun 2016 ** Brighton and Hove

Visual Arts at Brighton Fringe ‘Who Sampled Who’ presents ‘Fallen Hip Hop Legends’ Exploring Senses CIC Jubilee Library 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May, 5 Jun 11:00 30 Apr, 6-7, … Continue reading

May 10, 2016 · Leave a comment

ART at Brighton Festival ** 7-29 May 2016 ** Brighton and Hove

Art and Film at Brighton Festival. To see details, click the link   Portraits in Motion Sat 7 – Wed 11 May Brighton Dome Studio Theatre Festival standbys are available … Continue reading

May 9, 2016 · Leave a comment

Brighton and Hove’s Artists Open Houses – AOH 2016 ** 30 Apr – 30 May 2016 ** Brighton, Hove, Ditchling, Rottingdean, Ouse valley

196 Houses 1200+ Artists 14 Trails This May, the Artists Open Houses festival covers five weekends – starting on Bank Holiday Saturday 30th April and closing on Bank Holiday Monday … Continue reading

April 30, 2016 · Leave a comment

AOH 2016 – Ian Hodgson, Susan Evans, Chris Kettle, Simon Dixon, Patrick O’Donnell ** 30 Apr – 29 May 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

The Naked Eye Gallery are pleased to be part of the AOH May Festival again this year with artists Ian Hodgson, Susan Evans, Chris Kettle, Simon Dixon and Patrick O’Donnell. … Continue reading

April 29, 2016 · Leave a comment

Photoreview – ‘Improvisations – Painting to Music’ by Marta Ptaszkiewicz Private View at Naked Eye Gallery 2 April 2016

Abstract impressionist art is atmospheric, rather than narrative. With no definable forms, there is no single story, so there’s always a fresh interpretation and the art is timeless. Sussex Artbeat … Continue reading

April 17, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: FESTIVAL ** 30 Apr – 19 May 2016 ** Cameron Contemporary Art

  For this year’s Festival Show Cameron Contemporary have chosen some stunning examples of work from selected gallery artists. This exhibition showcases the skill and talent the gallery strives to … Continue reading

April 15, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: ‘Improvisations – Painting to Music’ by Marta Ptaszkiewicz ** 2-23 Apr 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

Music, dance and a fascination with the organic processes of nature inspire the striking, atmospheric paintings in Marta’s latest show at Naked Eye. These strands enrich each other to enable … Continue reading

March 15, 2016 · Leave a comment

Video: Ian Hodgson talks about technique (and Blackstar) at Naked Eye 13 February 2016

Brighton artist Ian Hodgson speaks about techniques he uses to create amazing graphite drawings of people, things and spirit – and Bowie’s Blackstar. Russell Honeyman made this interview at the … Continue reading

February 22, 2016 · Leave a comment

Artist Studio for Rent ** Hove

Great work space opposite Hove Lagoon. A double garage shared with other artist . The space available is half ( 10 foot x 10 foot) wall space with work bench … Continue reading

February 15, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: ‘Character Heads’ by Johannes Kerkhoven ** 2-15 Mar 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

The Naked Eye Gallery are pleased to present the exhibition ‘Character Heads’ by accomplished poet and artist Johannes Kerkhoven. Inspired by the busts of Austrian 18th century sculptor Franz Xaver … Continue reading

February 15, 2016 · Leave a comment

Arts Jobs: Project Development Assistant ** deadline 26 Feb 2016 ** always possible, Brighton

always possible is a new catalyst agency, developing innovative products, projects and services in education, the arts, the charity sector and with creative start-ups. We work with clients across the … Continue reading

February 15, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: UNDER 500 ** 27 Feb – 22 Mar 2016 ** Cameron Contemporary Art

With prices from as little as £35 and all works under £500 this exhibition offers a great chance to start or grow your collection. Alongside their popular established artists, Cameron … Continue reading

February 15, 2016 · Leave a comment

Photoreview: ‘Refrain’ – Ian Hodgson ** Private View at Naked Eye Gallery, 13 Feb 2016

Sussex Artbeat visited Naked Eye Gallery at the opening of Ian Hodgson’s exhibition ‘Refrain’. Here are some photos from the event – but to appreciate the power and all the … Continue reading

February 13, 2016 · 1 Comment

The Drawing Circus: Star Wars ** 16 Feb 2016 ** The Old Market, Hove

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away… There is a period of change in Brighton. Rebel artists are emerging from their hidden base using drawing to defeat … Continue reading

February 7, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: Ian Hodgson – Refrain ** 12-28 Feb 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

Ian’s work engages with identity and place exploring the transformative process of journey filtered through memory. The depiction of light in space and on surface plays with the divisions between … Continue reading

January 28, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: January Sale ** 8-27 Jan 2016 ** Naked Eye Gallery

January Sale – discounted original artwork and prints! 8-27 Jan 2016 Naked Eye Gallery 5 Farm Mews, Farm Road, Hove, BN3 1GH   Source: naked eye gallery  

January 7, 2016 · Leave a comment

Art Show: EDITION 2016 ** 23 Jan – 22 Feb 2016 ** Cameron Contemporary Art

Edition 2016 features affordable and collectable artists’ screenprints, etchings and editioned work. 23rd January – 22nd February 2016 Cameron Contemporary Art 1 Victoria Grove 2nd Avenue Brighton and Hove BN3 … Continue reading

January 7, 2016 · Leave a comment