Art Exhibitions Suffolk
This is a Guide to Art Exhibitions in Suffolk taking place currently or in the near future. Come and see why Suffolk is the home of creativity, vision and inspiration, and maybe take something home for yourself!
If you want your Art Exhibition mentioned on this page, please email the details to suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com
Please click on the months below to see Art Exhibitions in that month
March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
'A Winters Tale' photography exhibition at Coastal Images Gallery - continuing to 31st March
Discover the art of Tony Pick and his photographic depiction of the recent wintery weather here on the coast. The exhibition also includes the launch of Tony's new book.
Coastal Images Gallery, 127 High Street - Aldeburgh - Suffolk - IP15 5AR
Exhibition opening hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm
Wednesdays and Sundays by appointment
Gallery: 01728 451999
Colin Moss 1914-2005: Artist and Teacher, Continuing until 12th June 2010 Gallery 3 Exhibition - Ipswich Town Hall Galleries - FREE
Born in Ipswich in 1914, Colin studied at Plymouth Art College before winning a scholarship to the Royal College of Art, London in 1934. In his mid-twenties he worked on murals for the British Pavilion at the New York World Fair. Then later designed camouflage for the Ministry of Defence. In 1947 he became senior lecturer at the Ipswich School of Art where he taught until his retirement in 1979.
He founded the Six in Suffolk Group in 1976 and became chair of the Ipswich Art Club from 1980-1982. His works always focused on the ordinary ‘person in the street’ and objects in our everyday lives. Inspired by other artists such as the German Expressionists and the Kitchen Sink group in London. The British Museum, The Tate Gallery Archive, The Imperial War Museum and The Government Art Collection, all own works by Moss.
A well known and established artistic figure in Ipswich, he exhibited regularly in the region and London. He also became renowned for his writing of informative reviews in the local press. This exhibition is a chance to see all of the Ipswich owned artworks by the artist Colin Moss.
1st March – 27th Mach ‘10
MICHAEL CARLO - Paintings, Prints and Drawings
Monday - Saturday 9.30 am - 5.00 pm
The John Russell Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, IP4 1LG
Tel: 01473 212051
Michael Carlo is a real Suffolk artist in every sense of the word. Not only was he born, raised and educated here, he has made the County his home for the whole of his life, bar a brief period when he attended Colchester School of Art and The Royal College of Art, London.
But the true Suffolk in Michael lies much deeper than the surface. For over 40 years he has lived, breathed, painted and exhibited this beloved countryside on a daily basis, irrespective of season, weather or time of day. To some this behaviour may be regarded as kind of obsession but to Michael, this degree of close observation has enabled him to become a thoughtful and passionate observer of his surroundings. It is a particular vista from the top of his garden with which he has become acutely in tune, adopting and adapting it as a recurring theme in his compositions.
These subtle changes in nature that are so glaringly obvious to Michael are sadly missed by so many of us as we rush along in our hectic lives, looking but not really seeing. Thank goodness we have Michael to record all these wonderful happenings! Nothing escapes his keen eye as he uses all the differing media and techniques at his disposal in order to transpose his observations and emotions onto paper or board. The end result is a number of serialised works based around a core subject executed either in a limited palette of earthy tones or dispensing with colour completely, using charcoal to capture the mood and sensitivity of the subject.
Michael’s imagery is not passive - it shouts for attention! Bold in execution and often reduced to a few assured lines, there are definitely no frills here. Interestingly figures, birds, flowers and fine detail rarely feature and so at first glance one might describe the work as abstracted. But after a second take the figurative elements become clearly evident to those that care to look, existing in a subtle, representational manner rather than as a full-frontal assault on the senses.
A selection of images from the Exhibition will be available to view on the web site from Saturday 27th February - www.artone.co.uk
MICHAEL CARLO CV
BORN:
1945 Glemsford, Suffolk.
ART EDUCATION:
1961-65 Colchester School of Art.
Gained N.D.D. Fine Art.
1965-68 Royal College of Art, London.
Gained M.Art R.C.A.
K.M.P. Printmaking Prize.
MIXED EXHIBITIONS:
The Summer Exhibition, Royal Academy, London
Royal Society of Painter Etchers Annual Shows, London
Arts Council mixed prints at Serpentine Gallery, London
“Summer with the Royal College of Art”
Printworks, Colchester
Artist in Residence, Bury St Edmunds Festival, 1998
The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich, Suffolk
30th Anniversary Summer Show, The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich
30th Anniversary Winter Show, The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich
SOLO EXHIBITIONS:
1978 Touring exhibition at Bolton Museum and Art Gallery
Cheltenham Art Gallery and Museum
Southampton Art Gallery
Usher Art Gallery, Lincoln
Embankment Gallery, London
1974 on Seven exhibitions at Amalgam Gallery, London
1985 European Patent Office, Munich
1985/87/90/97 The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich, Suffolk
1986/88 St. John’s Street Gallery, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
1994/96/97/98 Printworks, Colchester
1999 St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Suffolk
2000/03/06/10 The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich, Suffolk
PRIVATE AND PUBLIC COLLECTIONS:
Tate Gallery; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle; University of Yale; Bank of America; London Transport Executive; Marathon Oil; Government Art Collection, Department of Culture, Media & Sport; University of Warwick Art Collection; Education Authorities throughout Great Britain.
The artist has executed print editions for Christies Contemporary Art, The National Trust and American Express and watercolours for other industries.
Michael Carlo is a regular Gallery Artist, and has shown his work in mixed and solo exhibitions at The John Russell Gallery for many years.
Bull Market - Works by Mark Fairnington
Saturday 13th March – Saturday 24th April 2010
Shown for the first time, four life sized and meticulously painted bulls by British painter, Mark Fairnington. They are especially appropriate to the Gallery’s location at the heart of the town’s medieval market place. Accompanying the bulls is a range of works featuring painting of museum exhibits and hybrid flowers.
Bury St Edmunds Art Gallery, The Market Cross, Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1BT
Gallery open 10.30am – 5pm Tuesdays to Saturdays. Admission: Free
THE ALDEBURGH GALLERY: EXHIBITION OF LOCAL ARTISTS - 25th March -31st March 2010
Stunning collection of work from 3 local artists, work to include Individually Designed Handbags by Julia Catchpole and Original Miniature Paintings and handmade cards by Carol Piper. Exclusive Handcrafted Fused Glass Jewellery & Art Glass by Stephanie Simpson.
ENTRY IS FREE. COME AND JOIN US FOR A GLASS OF WINE ON SATURDAY 27TH MARCH 2010. Open 10 am - 5pm
THE ALDEBURGH GALLERY 143 HIGH STREET ALDEBURGH SUFFOLK
16th March to 10th April 2010 - ‘East Anglia – Dawn to Dusk’ - an exhibition of the work of Elizabeth James
10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday
Reunion Gallery, 36 Gainsborough Road, Felixstowe, Ipswich IP11 7HR
Telephone (01394) 273366
Reunion Gallery continues its support for local emerging artists by showcasing the work of Stowmarket Artist Elizabeth James in her first major solo exhibition.
This exhibition reflects the full range of Liz’s talents with vibrant coloured oil paintings, softer hued acrylics as well as her popular watercolours. All are created in Liz‘s fluid, expressive style that portrays the atmosphere of a place and time rather than topographical detail. A continuing pre-occupation with the horizon, the division between the sky (heaven) and the land (earth) plays a pivotal role in much of her work.
Liz was born in Orsett, Essex in 1963. After studying Foundation Art at Thurrock Technical College, she went on to study Fine Art at Stourbridge College of Technology and Art in the West Midlands. After completing her BA in Fine Art she moved to Suffolk and joined the Sales and Marketing team at Atco/Bosch, enjoying a varied role, which included designing their award winning stand at the Chelsea Flower Show.
Whilst in full time employment, Liz’s desire to paint was ever present. Having started to paint again in her spare time, she joined with other local artist’s in Suffolk Open Studios, and started exhibiting. In 2007 Liz took the life changing decision to give up her ‘working career’ and study for an MA in Fine Art at The Norwich University of The Arts and seriously pursue her creative ambitions.
Verena Daniels (joint owner of Reunion Gallery) says “We have displayed some of Liz’s watercolours in the Gallery in the past and they have been so well received we thought it was time that the full body of Liz’s work could be appreciated”.
Liz lives in Stowmarket with her partner Andy, and when not painting in the studio at the bottom of the garden, can often be found working in libraries around the county.
ArtOne Contemporary - Mixed Media by Gallery Artists - 29th March - 12th June 2010
(NB Easter Closing 2nd, 4th & 5th April; Bank Holiday Closing 3rd & 31st May)
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
FRANCIS JEANS - Oil Paintings - 14th June - 10th July 2010
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
This Cambridge-based artist's first solo show at the Gallery, he is fascinated by reflections in windows, glass and water.
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
ArtOne Contemporary - Mixed Media by Gallery Artists - 12th July - 25th September 2010
(NB Summer Closing is from 15th - 30th August incl)
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
KEN CUTHBERT at 80 - Oil Paintings and Watercolours - 27th September - 23rd October 2010
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
A comprehensive exhibition highlighting the Ipswich-born painter's expertise and career spanning over 50 years.
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
ArtOne Contemporary - Mixed Media by Gallery Artists - 25th October - 4th December 2010
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
PATRICK ELDER - Recent Sculpture - 6th December '10 - 15th January '11
(NB Christmas closing is from 25th Dec '09 - 3rd Jan '10 incl)
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
The Suffolk sculptor explores a new dimension, embracing colour as well as shape and patina to maximise impact.
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
If you want your Art event to be listed here, please send the details to suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com
If you want your Art Exhibition mentioned on this page, please email the details to suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com
Please click on the months below to see Art Exhibitions in that month
March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Suffolk Art Exhibitions March
'A Winters Tale' photography exhibition at Coastal Images Gallery - continuing to 31st March
Discover the art of Tony Pick and his photographic depiction of the recent wintery weather here on the coast. The exhibition also includes the launch of Tony's new book.
Coastal Images Gallery, 127 High Street - Aldeburgh - Suffolk - IP15 5AR
Exhibition opening hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm
Wednesdays and Sundays by appointment
Gallery: 01728 451999
Colin Moss 1914-2005: Artist and Teacher, Continuing until 12th June 2010 Gallery 3 Exhibition - Ipswich Town Hall Galleries - FREE
Born in Ipswich in 1914, Colin studied at Plymouth Art College before winning a scholarship to the Royal College of Art, London in 1934. In his mid-twenties he worked on murals for the British Pavilion at the New York World Fair. Then later designed camouflage for the Ministry of Defence. In 1947 he became senior lecturer at the Ipswich School of Art where he taught until his retirement in 1979.
He founded the Six in Suffolk Group in 1976 and became chair of the Ipswich Art Club from 1980-1982. His works always focused on the ordinary ‘person in the street’ and objects in our everyday lives. Inspired by other artists such as the German Expressionists and the Kitchen Sink group in London. The British Museum, The Tate Gallery Archive, The Imperial War Museum and The Government Art Collection, all own works by Moss.
A well known and established artistic figure in Ipswich, he exhibited regularly in the region and London. He also became renowned for his writing of informative reviews in the local press. This exhibition is a chance to see all of the Ipswich owned artworks by the artist Colin Moss.
1st March – 27th Mach ‘10
MICHAEL CARLO - Paintings, Prints and Drawings
Monday - Saturday 9.30 am - 5.00 pm
The John Russell Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, IP4 1LG
Tel: 01473 212051
Michael Carlo is a real Suffolk artist in every sense of the word. Not only was he born, raised and educated here, he has made the County his home for the whole of his life, bar a brief period when he attended Colchester School of Art and The Royal College of Art, London.
But the true Suffolk in Michael lies much deeper than the surface. For over 40 years he has lived, breathed, painted and exhibited this beloved countryside on a daily basis, irrespective of season, weather or time of day. To some this behaviour may be regarded as kind of obsession but to Michael, this degree of close observation has enabled him to become a thoughtful and passionate observer of his surroundings. It is a particular vista from the top of his garden with which he has become acutely in tune, adopting and adapting it as a recurring theme in his compositions.
These subtle changes in nature that are so glaringly obvious to Michael are sadly missed by so many of us as we rush along in our hectic lives, looking but not really seeing. Thank goodness we have Michael to record all these wonderful happenings! Nothing escapes his keen eye as he uses all the differing media and techniques at his disposal in order to transpose his observations and emotions onto paper or board. The end result is a number of serialised works based around a core subject executed either in a limited palette of earthy tones or dispensing with colour completely, using charcoal to capture the mood and sensitivity of the subject.
Michael’s imagery is not passive - it shouts for attention! Bold in execution and often reduced to a few assured lines, there are definitely no frills here. Interestingly figures, birds, flowers and fine detail rarely feature and so at first glance one might describe the work as abstracted. But after a second take the figurative elements become clearly evident to those that care to look, existing in a subtle, representational manner rather than as a full-frontal assault on the senses.
A selection of images from the Exhibition will be available to view on the web site from Saturday 27th February - www.artone.co.uk
MICHAEL CARLO CV
BORN:
1945 Glemsford, Suffolk.
ART EDUCATION:
1961-65 Colchester School of Art.
Gained N.D.D. Fine Art.
1965-68 Royal College of Art, London.
Gained M.Art R.C.A.
K.M.P. Printmaking Prize.
MIXED EXHIBITIONS:
The Summer Exhibition, Royal Academy, London
Royal Society of Painter Etchers Annual Shows, London
Arts Council mixed prints at Serpentine Gallery, London
“Summer with the Royal College of Art”
Printworks, Colchester
Artist in Residence, Bury St Edmunds Festival, 1998
The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich, Suffolk
30th Anniversary Summer Show, The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich
30th Anniversary Winter Show, The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich
SOLO EXHIBITIONS:
1978 Touring exhibition at Bolton Museum and Art Gallery
Cheltenham Art Gallery and Museum
Southampton Art Gallery
Usher Art Gallery, Lincoln
Embankment Gallery, London
1974 on Seven exhibitions at Amalgam Gallery, London
1985 European Patent Office, Munich
1985/87/90/97 The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich, Suffolk
1986/88 St. John’s Street Gallery, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
1994/96/97/98 Printworks, Colchester
1999 St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Suffolk
2000/03/06/10 The John Russell Gallery, Ipswich, Suffolk
PRIVATE AND PUBLIC COLLECTIONS:
Tate Gallery; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle; University of Yale; Bank of America; London Transport Executive; Marathon Oil; Government Art Collection, Department of Culture, Media & Sport; University of Warwick Art Collection; Education Authorities throughout Great Britain.
The artist has executed print editions for Christies Contemporary Art, The National Trust and American Express and watercolours for other industries.
Michael Carlo is a regular Gallery Artist, and has shown his work in mixed and solo exhibitions at The John Russell Gallery for many years.
Bull Market - Works by Mark Fairnington
Saturday 13th March – Saturday 24th April 2010
Shown for the first time, four life sized and meticulously painted bulls by British painter, Mark Fairnington. They are especially appropriate to the Gallery’s location at the heart of the town’s medieval market place. Accompanying the bulls is a range of works featuring painting of museum exhibits and hybrid flowers.
Bury St Edmunds Art Gallery, The Market Cross, Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1BT
Gallery open 10.30am – 5pm Tuesdays to Saturdays. Admission: Free
THE ALDEBURGH GALLERY: EXHIBITION OF LOCAL ARTISTS - 25th March -31st March 2010
Stunning collection of work from 3 local artists, work to include Individually Designed Handbags by Julia Catchpole and Original Miniature Paintings and handmade cards by Carol Piper. Exclusive Handcrafted Fused Glass Jewellery & Art Glass by Stephanie Simpson.
ENTRY IS FREE. COME AND JOIN US FOR A GLASS OF WINE ON SATURDAY 27TH MARCH 2010. Open 10 am - 5pm
THE ALDEBURGH GALLERY 143 HIGH STREET ALDEBURGH SUFFOLK
16th March to 10th April 2010 - ‘East Anglia – Dawn to Dusk’ - an exhibition of the work of Elizabeth James
10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday
Reunion Gallery, 36 Gainsborough Road, Felixstowe, Ipswich IP11 7HR
Telephone (01394) 273366
Reunion Gallery continues its support for local emerging artists by showcasing the work of Stowmarket Artist Elizabeth James in her first major solo exhibition.
This exhibition reflects the full range of Liz’s talents with vibrant coloured oil paintings, softer hued acrylics as well as her popular watercolours. All are created in Liz‘s fluid, expressive style that portrays the atmosphere of a place and time rather than topographical detail. A continuing pre-occupation with the horizon, the division between the sky (heaven) and the land (earth) plays a pivotal role in much of her work.
Liz was born in Orsett, Essex in 1963. After studying Foundation Art at Thurrock Technical College, she went on to study Fine Art at Stourbridge College of Technology and Art in the West Midlands. After completing her BA in Fine Art she moved to Suffolk and joined the Sales and Marketing team at Atco/Bosch, enjoying a varied role, which included designing their award winning stand at the Chelsea Flower Show.
Whilst in full time employment, Liz’s desire to paint was ever present. Having started to paint again in her spare time, she joined with other local artist’s in Suffolk Open Studios, and started exhibiting. In 2007 Liz took the life changing decision to give up her ‘working career’ and study for an MA in Fine Art at The Norwich University of The Arts and seriously pursue her creative ambitions.
Verena Daniels (joint owner of Reunion Gallery) says “We have displayed some of Liz’s watercolours in the Gallery in the past and they have been so well received we thought it was time that the full body of Liz’s work could be appreciated”.
Liz lives in Stowmarket with her partner Andy, and when not painting in the studio at the bottom of the garden, can often be found working in libraries around the county.
ArtOne Contemporary - Mixed Media by Gallery Artists - 29th March - 12th June 2010
(NB Easter Closing 2nd, 4th & 5th April; Bank Holiday Closing 3rd & 31st May)
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
Suffolk Art Exhibitions April
Suffolk Art Exhibitions May
Suffolk Art Exhibitions June
FRANCIS JEANS - Oil Paintings - 14th June - 10th July 2010
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
This Cambridge-based artist's first solo show at the Gallery, he is fascinated by reflections in windows, glass and water.
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
Suffolk Art Exhibitions July
ArtOne Contemporary - Mixed Media by Gallery Artists - 12th July - 25th September 2010
(NB Summer Closing is from 15th - 30th August incl)
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
Suffolk Art Exhibitions August
Suffolk Art Exhibitions September
KEN CUTHBERT at 80 - Oil Paintings and Watercolours - 27th September - 23rd October 2010
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
A comprehensive exhibition highlighting the Ipswich-born painter's expertise and career spanning over 50 years.
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
Suffolk Art Exhibitions October
ArtOne Contemporary - Mixed Media by Gallery Artists - 25th October - 4th December 2010
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
Suffolk Art Exhibitions November
Suffolk Art Exhibitions December
PATRICK ELDER - Recent Sculpture - 6th December '10 - 15th January '11
(NB Christmas closing is from 25th Dec '09 - 3rd Jan '10 incl)
The John Russell Art Gallery, 4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG
The Suffolk sculptor explores a new dimension, embracing colour as well as shape and patina to maximise impact.
For more information please see www.artone.co.uk
If you want your Art event to be listed here, please send the details to suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com
