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Dive into the June/July creative briefing from the Adur Art Collective. Find urgent Art Trail volunteer slots, upcoming nature retreats, the "Extraordinary Flowers" exhibition launch, and a brand-new season of monthly Drink & Draw nights.

With the Adur Art Trail fast approaching, venues across Shoreham, Lancing, and Southwick are busy with preparation. Whether you are hosting a public community hall, opening your private home studio, setting up in a commercial shop window, or welcoming visitors into a garden exhibition, seamless preparation is the key to a stress-free, successful weekend. To help our Adur Art Collective community get trail-ready, follow this action-focused countdown to opening day, designed fo

Creativity belongs to everyone. We’re highlighting a fantastic opportunity for Adur artists to connect with Outside In—a charity dedicated to breaking down barriers through artist development and national showcases. See how you can get involved and grow your practice.

Ready to take your work to the seafront? The fifth Atelier Open exhibition is now welcoming applications from artists across the region. This inclusive summer showcase, held at the vibrant Atelier Beside the Sea, offers a high-profile platform for Adur creatives to exhibit alongside hundreds of other artists during Brighton’s busiest season.Whether you specialise in fine art, craft, or experimental media, this is your chance to be part of a massive 8-week celebration of local

Jackson’s Plein Air Days offer opportunities to paint outdoors, featuring sessions at locations including Glyndebourne on May 8th and Killerton on June 5th. Designed for artists of all levels, the initiative encourages creative reconnection with nature and mindful artistic practice. Learn more about the events at Jackson's Art.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026: Celebrate the longest day of the year with a coastal adventure! Join us for a Summer Solstice wildlife walk through the unique salt marsh habitats of Shoreham-by-Sea. We’ll explore the local conservation efforts at Cuckoo Corner before settling down for a community picnic. It’s a wonderful way to connect with the landscape, learn about local ecology, and enjoy a midsummer evening outdoors.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026: Transform a single sheet of paper into a unique work of art. Join artists Gill Dixon and Sam Anderson for an inspiring afternoon of experimental mark-making with ink and paint. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to fold and create your own personal sketchbook from scratch.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026: Join Lois Pawson at Artists at West Beach for a calm, untutored drawing session. Whether you are an experienced sketcher or just looking for a quiet space to observe nature, this free session offers the perfect environment to connect with your surroundings through art.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026: Artists Gill Dixon and Sam Anderson will lead a workshop on expressive mark-making, allowing participants to experiment with ink, collage, and wax resist techniques. Participants will create a personal, folded sketchbook to take home during this free session.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026: Salt Marsh Safari – Wildflowers, Butterflies & Birds. This event is for you if you fancy a special guided walking tour of local flora and fauna with the Friends of the Adur SSSI. Join wildlife guide Richard Allen for a walk along the Adur salt marsh to learn about its unique plants, birds, and habitat.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026: Design Your Own Wine Label – Palette @ Palate. This course is for you if you want to create your own fantasy wine label in a relaxed, social setting. Hosted by illustrator Lois Pawson at Palate Bottle Shop, you’ll play with design ideas and let your imagination roam as you sketch a unique identity for your favourite bottle.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026. Get Started with Collage with Sam Hobbs. This workshop is for you if you want a fun, creative morning in a unique setting. Hosted by Sam Hobbs at the historic Avro Suite (Brighton City Airport), you’ll explore collage and photomontage through simple cutting and layering techniques to create striking new compositions.

Workshops Adur Art Trail 2026: Reimagine the Record – Palette @ PalateIf you seek a relaxed, creative evening inspired by the nostalgia of record sleeves, this "drink and draw" session is for you. Hosted by illustrator Lois Pawson, you'll choose a favourite album and redesign its cover—or create something entirely new inspired by the music and memories it holds.

From the much-anticipated Adur Art Trail kit collection to immersive new exhibitions at Marlipins Museum and Town Quay Studios, our creative community is buzzing. Whether you’re a venue host preparing for the trail, an artist seeking fresh feedback at a ‘Talking Shop’ session, or looking to master new skills in printmaking and embroidery, there are endless ways to get involved this season. Join us as we celebrate local talent, collaboration, and the vibrant art scene of Shore

The Robert Phillips Gallery presents Nature in Mind, a curated exhibition featuring works by Kate O’Neill and others to support Arts for Dementia. Running April 8–12, 2026, at the Riverhouse Barn, the showcase explores the restorative connection between nature and art, with all proceeds from sales benefiting creative workshops. Learn more about the exhibition at the Robert Phillips Gallery.

Discover over 100 original works by Brighton’s finest local artists this April. Join us at the Friends’ Meeting House for the 2026 Annual Art Show, cast your vote for Picture of the Year, and maybe even find a new masterpiece for your home.

Adur Art Trail 2026 dates announced!

The deadline for Fabrica + Sussex Contemporary Resonance Open Call is 15th March 2026

The deadline for the Colannade House Creativity Continues Open Call is 13th March 2026.

Kate Scott and Cath Whiteoak are excited to co-curate this exhibition of painting and assemblage sculpture at Gallery 19a, presenting the curiously synergetic dialogues within their work. Both artists explore materials, process, intention and chance, noticing an emergence and resonance within their practice.