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Isle of Wight Art

Perhaps it’s the beautiful landscapes or the refreshing coastline, we’re not sure, but something on the Isle of Wight certainly inspires creativity in those who live here.

We have some wonderful artists living and working on the Island, exhibiting in galleries, from their studios or online. Find out more about them in this section.

Close up of ATM painting seal mural

5, October 2021·2 min read

New large-scale mural reminds Islanders that we’re only a few steps away from wildlife (photos)

The mural is part of the Secrets of the Solent, a National Lottery Heritage Fund project supported by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

Ruby_Loftus: Laura Knight

10, February 2017·1 min read

Learn more about artist Laura Knight

Laura Knight's painting from the Nuremberg Trials of Goring, Hess and Speer floating above a landscape of urban desolation is recognised as one of the most powerful depictions of war ever produced. Find out more about her life at this Vectis DFAS Lecture on 16th February.

Speaking at IW Creative Network launch event at Boojum & Snark, Sandown, IW, 2022 with OTW flash

27, February 2023·3 min read

IW Creative Network celebrates first anniversary and invites more creatives to join

Join the Isle of Wight Creative Network and access exclusive resources to grow your creative talent and business

21, September 2009·1 min read

Artists’ Networking Evening

Later this week sees another Artists’ Networking Evening take place at Quay Arts in Newport. The guest speaker this month...

21, August 2011·1 min read

Lots Happening On The Island Today

Lots to choose from around the Island today, with something for everyone

Isle of Rydesgate Postcard/artwork: Designed by @kavelrafferty

15, May 2021·1 min read

‘Isle of Rydesgate’: Ryde twinned with Ramsgate for public art and heritage project

A fantasy 'Isle of Rydesgate' is being created by twinning Ramsgate in Kent and Ryde on the Isle of Wight for this HAZ project. Public artists, Mooch, need your help

Six at Quay Arts

7, January 2022·2 min read

Quay Arts open the year with exhibition showcasing six artists: SIX / :::

Ian Whitmore who curated the exhibition says, "The artists and Quay Arts took risks which have really paid off producing a strong, high quality and thought-provoking exhibition"

Painting of a woman looking concerned, with blue background by Chloe Anstey

24, June 2021·1 min read

Artists explore the theme of ‘Freedom’ in latest Quay Arts Open Exhibition

The 2021 biennial Open Exhibition features 45 artworks by 34 artists, all exploring the theme, Freedom! Don't miss it

All Colours Sam statue on Sandown seafront

13, September 2024·3 min read

All Colours Sam: Listen to Dave, maker of the 8ft Sandown Clown he’s gifting to the Isle of Wight (podcast)

It's a wide-ranging conversation where we cover 'Sam the Sandown Clown'; what modern folklore is all about and much more. See All Colours Sam at Sandown Airport cafe

Ian Boyd presenting to the conference

13, October 2024·6 min read

Ian Boyd challenges the scope of creativity at inaugural Creative Industries Conference

Networking, innovation and sustainability at the heart of Isle of Wight Creative Network's first conference

9, November 2012·1 min read

Free Art Friday: Not Dead Yet

More free art out on the streets of the Island today courtesy of Not Dead Yet

Darren Henley cropped colour photo 2017

12, June 2018·2 min read

Isle of Wight visit by CEO of Arts Council England during Mardi Gras

The top man at Arts Council England will be heading to the Isle of Wight at the end of the month for the New Carnival Company’s annual Mardi Gras in Ryde.

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