Isle of Wight Open Studios 2026 opens doors to over 200 artists this May Over 200 Isle of Wight artists open their studios to visitors this May

Over 200 Isle of Wight artists open their studios to visitors this May

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Long Stitch Leather Journal with Kae Carlstedt-Duke Long stitch binding is characterised by books with a leather cover and the long stitches visible along the book spine. This method of binding dates back to the medieval period and was particularly popular in Germany.

Long Stitch Leather Journal Workshop | Sun 10 May www.quayarts.org/event/leathe...

New Carnival brings Isle of Wight folklore to life in Quay Arts show This New Carnival exhibition at Quay Arts explores the creativity and craft behind Ryde's annual carnival parade

This New Carnival exhibition at Quay Arts explores the creativity and craft behind Ryde's annual carnival parade

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An artwork mural by Steve Miles on the Quay Arts café wall. The stencil has been done with black paint. The mural emphasises alternative shapes in words and structures to create a playful abstract image.

Local Artist Steve Miles has been creating his new mural work ‘Alphabetic’ in our Café this week, which will be available to see until Monday 16th March.

The piece emphasises the shapes and structures of words, arriving at a playful abstract image. More info below!

www.quayarts.org/event/alphab...

An image transcribing the details of the post. Announcing an AGM meeting for the Steve Ross Foundation for the Arts, being held at the Quay Arts in the Seminar Room. Tuesday 27th January, 6pm.

📢AGM Announcement for Steve Ross Foundation for the Arts📢

Tuesday 27th January | 6pm

Quay Arts gives notice of the SRFA Annual General Meeting taking place in the Seminar Room at the Quay Arts Centre.

If you have any questions please contact marketing@quayarts.org for more information.

'Print a Memory' Lino Print Course

'Print a Memory' 5 Mar – 9 Apr
A 6-week lino cut printmaking course, exploring mark-making, multiblock printing and various relief printmaking techniques.
Recreate a fond memory as an illustrated linocut. www.quayarts.org/event/print-...

Embroidered Waistcoats

Embroidered Waistcoats
Tue 3 Mar & Tue 17 Mar
Explore the traditional folk art of creating embroidered and embellished waistcoats for folk celebrations and activities such as carnival, Morris dancing and May Day celebrations. www.quayarts.org/event/embroi...

6-week Beginners Drawing Course, with Trudie Wilson

6-week Beginners Drawing Course
Weds 18 Feb – Weds, 25 Mar
Artist Trudie Wilson guides you through the foundational skills of drawing and learning to observe and think like an artist. www.quayarts.org/event/6-week...

Experience immersive art at Rag and Bones exhibition by Teresa Grimaldi and Sarah Vardy Teresa Grimaldi and Sarah Vardy present a collaborative art installation at Quay Arts

Teresa Grimaldi and Sarah Vardy present a collaborative art installation at Quay Arts

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£1,500 funding available for 18-30-year-olds on the Isle of Wight Up to £1,500 funding available for young creatives on the Isle of Wight

Up to £1,500 funding available for young creatives on the Isle of Wight

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Quay Arts launches new REBOOT: REFRESH course for aspiring and returning artists REBOOT: REFRESH offers a 10-week creative programme at Quay Arts for all levels

REBOOT: REFRESH offers a 10-week creative programme at Quay Arts for all levels

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FREE Wintry Art Drop-In

This Saturday, families can take part in a FREE wintry-themed craft workshop with artist Laura Hathaway, featuring collage and natural materials.
10am–1pm

All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
www.quayarts.org/event/wintry...

Sam the Sandown Clown: Discussing reason #2 to visit No Ordinary Town exhibition at Quay Arts (podcast) Listen to our conversation with artist Teresa Grimaldi, whose installations on Sam the Sandown Clown you can see at Quay Arts until 29th November

Listen to our conversation with artist Teresa Grimaldi, whose installations about Sam the Sandown Clown you can see at Quay Arts until 29th November 2025

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Quay Arts launches new REBOOT: REFRESH course for aspiring and returning artists Quay Arts offers a transformative 10-week course for artists starting January 2026 - book now to secure your place

Quay Arts offers a transformative 10-week course for artists starting January 2026 - book now to secure your place

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Sandown Survival: Discussing reason #3 to visit No Ordinary Town exhibition at Quay Arts (podcast) Listen to our conversation with artist Tommy Brentnall, whose work following his residency at Boojum&Snark can be seen at Quay Arts until 29th November

Listen to our conversation with artist Tommy Brentnall, whose work following his residency at Boojum&Snark can be seen at Quay Arts until 29th November

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Create your own Sea Creature Drop-In

Free Family Drop-in Sunday 9th Nov www.quayarts.org/events/creat...

Drop-In Family Fun: Make Your Own Alien Clown Puppet

Free Family Drop-In Sat 8th Nov www.quayarts.org/events/drop-...

Quay Arts exhibitions closing soon: explore local talent before the final days Explore impressive local artwork at Quay Arts before exhibitions end this week

Explore impressive local artwork at Quay Arts before exhibitions end this week

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Mark Thompson's interactive science performance promises explosive experiments this half term Mark Thompson's show has a reputation for delivering jaw-dropping surprises, and is expected to sell out quickly

Mark Thompson's show has a reputation for delivering jaw-dropping surprises, and is expected to sell out quickly

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Isle of Wight Young Artist Award 2025 exhibition launches: Winners revealed The winners have been revealed! However, all the work in the gallery is of outstanding quality and well worth the visit

The winners have been revealed! However, all the work in the gallery is of outstanding quality and well worth the visit

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Deep-sea mining and climate regulation highlighted in Soundings exhibition at Quay Arts Soundings exhibition by Emma Critchley combines film, sound and live dance to explore ocean politics

Soundings exhibition by Emma Critchley combines film, sound and live dance to explore ocean politics

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Quay Arts to host Brave Island Young Artist Award exhibition showcasing local talent Young artists have until 22nd September to enter the Isle of Wight Young Artist Award

Young artists have until 22nd September to enter the Isle of Wight Young Artist Award

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Please note our new seasonal opening times for the Quay Arts Shop - now open daily open 9.30 -4pm.

Quay Arts launches 2025 OPEN Exhibition exploring the theme ‘SOFT’ Quay Arts Centre opens new exhibition showcasing ‘SOFT’ theme from diverse artists

Quay Arts Centre opens new exhibition showcasing ‘SOFT’ theme from diverse artists

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Opening Sat 6 Sept ⛷️📹📸

Free and informal, share your memories, photographs, or just find out more. Whether you’ve lived, worked, or visited the Quayside, we’d love to hear from you. Help us bring local history to life . Everyone is welcome!

Come along on Friday, 13th September to meet Deadman Theatre Company, who are collecting public memories of Newport Quayside from 1870 to today for a brand new site-specific theatre piece, premiering at Quay Arts in September 2026.

⭐✏️TOMORROW✏️⭐ - FREE Drawing Drop-ins
10am-12pm and 2-4pm .
With artists Izzy Kori, All welcome!

✏️Join us throughout August to celebrate The Big Draw. Visit our free Drawing Studio or take part in workshops 🖍️〰️. See programme attached or visit quayarts.org #TheBigDraw #QuayArts #QuayArtsIOW #Drawing #Drawingisfun #IsleofWight

Greater In Tune: Large-scale portrait photography show closes this weekend Saturday is your last chance to see this exhibition of stunning portrait photography

Saturday is your last chance to see this exhibition of stunning portrait photography

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