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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.

3, March 2015·1 min read

Teresa Grimaldi heads Undercover art project in Ryde

A new family will be moving to Ryde this summer as part of an arts project organised by Ryde Library.

12, December 2014·1 min read

Steve Miles takes Both Sides Exhibition to Newport

Another chance to catch some of Steve's work, this time with photos recording 30 years of his urban graffiti.

11, December 2014·1 min read

Ed Boxall’s ‘Under The Ivy Night Rambles’ opens this weekend

Meet the artist at Quay Arts Centre this Saturday between 2.30 – 3.30pm, or take your kids along to the free children’s storytelling event from 1pm.

7, October 2014·3 min read

Graffiti artist Steve Miles brings new exhibition to Ventnor

Graffiti artist, graphic and videogame designer Steve Miles (aka Toxic363) exhibits his first collection of work on canvas at Hillside Bistro this month.

6, October 2014·1 min read

River and sky at Dimbola

Suzanne and Alan checked out the new exhibition by Colin Riches and Lydia Fullylove at Dimbola Museum and Galleries.

6, October 2014·1 min read

Find out more about surrealist artist Man Ray later this week

The VDFAS lectures return to Medina Theatre this week with what looks to be a fascinating talk by Anthony Penrose. Find out how the Americian surrealist Man Ray influenced Antony's family and their work.

Badgers Day Out brushing teeth - Howard Hardiman

2, October 2014·1 min read

Take Badger for a Day Out around the Isle of Wight with new online game

Howard Hardiman's free online game is now live. Why not take Badger for a day out on the Isle of Wight?

The River and the Sky by Colin Riches and poet Lydia Fullylove:

30, September 2014·1 min read

Western Yar estuary explored through word and image at Dimbola

The River and the Sky by Colin Riches and Lydia Fullylove runs between Saturday 4th October and Sunday 4th January 2015.

25, September 2014·3 min read

Guido Oakley’s inspirational work brings tens of thousands of pounds for UK charities

Several pieces of work produced on the Isle of Wight over the year have raised tens of thousands of pounds for several UK charities that work to improve the lives of children and young people. See the HD photos of his work.

11, September 2014·1 min read

Don’t miss your chance to meet artist Martin Creed at Quay Arts showcase

The season launches at Quay Arts are always great fun. This season launch sees the return of the brilliant duo, The Adventurists, and brings a chance to meet world-renowned artist Martin Creed.

2, September 2014·3 min read

Lisa Traxler: DECADE Exhibition at Quay Arts

British abstract artist, Lisa Traxler, celebrates a decade of painting inspired by her life on the Isle of Wight.

29, August 2014·2 min read

Rising star in the artworld seen in Cowes

Work by up-and-coming artist Edward Waite is currently on tour of the UK. Suzanne and Alan met him in Cowes recently and learnt more about the artist.

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