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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.

15, December 2015·1 min read

Cough up for your Big Art Auction wins

If you won a bid, you need to pay asap or your artwork will be put back up for sale. Wight Trash are happy to store your item, but you need to pay (through the BAA Website) by the end of Saturday.

People looking at the artworks at the private view of Under the Bed Sale 2024

6, February 2024·2 min read

‘Under the Bed Sale IW’ kicks off with more than 1,000 unique Isle of Wight art pieces

Discover a treasure trove of Island art at the ‘Under the Bed Sale IW’ in Ryde this week - original artwork at incredible prices

5, May 2016·1 min read

Holland: Nine stories, told by dozens of people

How lucky are we? The Quay Arts exhibition showcases works by some of the most celebrated upcoming artists from the Netherlands, all on our doorstep until July.

8, March 2023·1 min read

Brave Island launches new monthly funding scheme for young creatives

If you know a young creative aged 14-25 pass this on to them and they could benefit from £100 towards their creative endeavours

24, August 2016·1 min read

Have you been inside The Defenceless Container yet?

Did you know the Solent was until recent years the largest oyster fishery in Europe? This art installation in a former WWII bunker acts to remind people about the impending devastation of our oceans and how its future can be changed.

3, October 2011·1 min read

Hilary Thorpe: Yacht Racing A Speciality: Exhibition

New exhibition by Hilary Thorpe runs until 9th October.

13, August 2018·1 min read

Ventnor Fringe another success with over 4,500 tickets sold

With over 4,500 tickets sold Ventnor was buzzing with activity all week for the ninth Ventnor Fringe Festival. Despite the weather, it was a huge success. Here's to 2019!

5, August 2010·1 min read

Ventnor Fringe Festival: More Added to The Lineup

Masses to see and do in Ventnor next week, come on down

15, February 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight artists exhibit ‘season by season celebration’ of natural and built heritage

All welcome to the opening of this community show celebrating a whole year of art workshops exploring the Island’s natural & built world, from landscapes and wildlife to streetscapes and architecture.