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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.

Carnival animal costume heads on display at Department

28, January 2026·1 min read

New ‘Headspace’ exhibition opens at Department in Ryde, showcasing costume headpieces

Discover transformation and storytelling through costume headpieces at the 'Headspace' exhibition in Ryde

People posing for phot in front of Portsmouth's spinnaker tower

26, January 2026·6 min read

Portsmouth prepares its bid for UK City of Culture 2029

Local creatives rally to support Portsmouth’s City of Culture bid for 2029

Rag and Bones exhibition at Quay Arts showing artworks and shadows on display

23, January 2026·2 min read

Last chance: See immersive exhibition combining puppetry, print and fine art at Quay Arts

Discover the immersive Rag and Bones installation by Isle of Wight artists at Quay Arts - Closing Monday

17, January 2026·1 min read

Old World Icons exhibition by Vio Vlad now available online until March 2026

Explore the rich history behind Orthodox icons through Vio Vlad’s artwork available online until mid-March 2026

under the bed sale at quay arts in early 2025

7, January 2026·3 min read

Unique opportunity to purchase artwork from Isle of Wight artists at 2026 Under the Bed Sale

'Under the Bed Sale' at Quay Arts offers affordable original artworks from local artists - prices range from £10 to £400

6, January 2026·2 min read

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

Women sat in on chairs in a workshop setting with a younger woman leaning in to offer help

5, January 2026·1 min read

Creative Island announces fully-funded Cultural Leadership Programme for emerging local leaders

Join the Cultural Leadership Programme or apply for micro-grants to support local creativity

Black and white photo of young musician in the studio with guitar

19, December 2025·2 min read

£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

black and white photo of person throwing clay on a potters wheel

10, December 2025·2 min read

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

Children on the Merry and Bright Lantern parade

10, December 2025·5 min read

Merry and Bright Festival of Light showcases creativity despite challenging weather

Challenging weather fails to dampen creativity at Merry and Bright Festival of Light. Well done to all involved

Entrance door to East Dene adorned with Christmas decorations

10, December 2025·2 min read

Book now for East Dene Estate’s Christmas Extravaganza featuring local artisans and more

East Dene Estate reopens with a Christmas Extravaganza featuring local artisans and workshops - book your tickets now

9, December 2025·1 min read

Youth-led Earth Spirit Magazine opens pre-orders for its third edition

Earth Spirit Magazine's third edition now available for pre-order (closes 11th Dec), celebrating connections to nature

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