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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.

9, June 2014·1 min read

Find out how you can help Howard make ‘Badger’s Day Out’ a reality

Getting involved in Kickstarter projects can be a fabulously rewarding experience. The latest we've heard about on the Isle of Wight is artist, Howard Hardiman's.

Alys Scott-Hawkins, Jo Hummel and Jack Whitewood

12, December 2022·1 min read

Learn how to build a sustainable career in the creative sector at IW Creative Network event

Find out more and book your place at the IW Creative Network event being hosted at Ventnor Exchange

14, March 2017·3 min read

Isle of Wight artist Shaping the Bay with his fantastic fossil murals

This excellent initiative has seen Sandown become transformed over the last few weeks - not only brightening up derelict buildings but also educating residents on the wonderful creatures that used to live in the Bay.

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

Jan Frith's covid sewing memories exhibition - sewing machine with LED display showing someone's memories

8, December 2020·1 min read

‘Sewing Memories: Care Homes and Covid’ Exhibition combines old and new tech

Sewing memories of care-home residents reminiscing about their ‘make do and mend’ era of sewing have been combined with recent memories of people across the Isle of Wight who sewed as a ‘call to arms’ to make PPE urgently during the Covid crisis. Catch it this week between Wed-Fri in Ryde

31, March 2016·1 min read

Rocket Fuel mag: Youth, arts, music, culture and fashion magazine coming soon!

Next month sees the launch of a new hub for youth, arts, music, photography, culture and fashion. It's called ROCKET FUEL and it's going to be explosive!

8, September 2010·1 min read

Cuckoo Comes To Freshwater

What an inspiration, go along and share your memories of West Wight

29, August 2017·1 min read

Prolific Ventnor artist exhibits latest work

This week sees the last chance to catch the exhibition of prolific Ventnor artist, Boney, at Ventnor library.

10, May 2015·1 min read

Explore Nick Martin’s latest exhibition with our video preview

It's always great to have commentary from the artist when taking a first look at an exhibition. Get the inside on Nick Martin's latest work, exhibiting at the Rope Store Gallery until 23rd May, from this OnTheWight video.

27, September 2011·1 min read

Ventnor Fringe Announces 2012 Dates (video)

Dates for next year's Ventnor Fringe Festival have been announced and promotion video by Fix The Sky released.

3, November 2011·1 min read

Arts And Crafts Fair at Dimbola Museum and Galleries

Fantastic chance to get some Christmas presents before the rush and support local artisans at the same time.

18, August 2016·1 min read

Art school friends reunite 30 years later for exhibition

Jeff Dyson and Steve Baxter have shown nationally and internationally, but this is the first time they've had the opportunity for a dual show. It takes place on the Isle of Wight next week.

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