art – Gallery North

This September we are opening the gallery up in a variety of ways during the Hailsham Festival of Arts & Culture (6th – 20th September). As a community art gallery we strongly believe that art is for all and with that in mind, we are welcoming our local community to join us, get creative and view some beautiful work from our talented local artists.

All events on the 6th, 13th and 20th September are free. The Hailsham Festival Children’s Art Competition Exhibition sponsored by Lightning Fibre will be displayed in one of our downstairs rooms between 6th – 20th September with an awards ceremony held from 2pm- 3pm. Our Sculpture exhibition ‘Of Substance’ opens on the 6th September with a private view from 4pm. Artists, their friends and families, and the local community are invited to attend both events – all free.

ARTY OPEN MORNINGS: 10am – 1pm (except 6th Sept when it is 10am to 12pm)

Join us on the 6th, 13th and 20th September for some carnival mask-making, paper lantern and flag creating to celebrate the Hailsham Festival. Open to all ages – children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Free, but donations are welcome. Please be aware that space will be limited and if we are full at any point we may have to ask you to come back. Limited accessibility for pushchairs and wheelchairs.

FESTIVAL WORKSHOPS AT GALLERY NORTH

This Festival we also have a number of adult art and craft workshops which have been kindly subsidised by Hailsham Festival. Participants can book on to the following workshops – there are 8 spaces available for each. Please email Emma at artgallerynorth@gmail.com to book.

NEEDLE FELT LANDSCAPES ART WORKSHOP
09.09.25 11am – 2pm
Led by Artist Carol Kemp
£22.50 pp materials inc. Adults only

Venue Gallery North, 70 High Street. To book, please email artgallerynorth@gmail.com

Join textile artist Carol Kemp to learn the craft of needlefelting and explore the possibilities of painting with wool to create a delightful landscape scene.

All materials are provided and no previous experience is necessary.

ACRYLIC PAINTING ART WORKSHOP
10.09.25 6pm – 9pm
Led by Artist Andy Hill
£20.00 pp materials inc. Adults only

Venue Gallery North, 70 High Street. To book, please email artgallerynorth@gmail.com

In this structured workshop, Andy will guide participants through the fascinating world of acrylics, showcasing their versatility and unique characteristics. The session will begin with a brief introduction to Andy’s background in acrylic painting, followed by an overview of essential materials and techniques.

Participants will witness live demonstrations on colour mixing, blending, glazing, and creating textures. Then, it’s time to unleash creativity!

Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop is designed to inspire and equip you with valuable techniques to enhance your artistic journey.

Materials will be provided, though participants are welcome to bring their own supplies.

YARN BASKETRY ART WORKSHOP
11.09.25 1pm – 4pm
Led by Artist Carol Kemp
£20.00 pp materials inc. For adults & children aged 7+

Venue Gallery North, 70 High Street. To book, please email artgallerynorth@gmail.com

Using a variety of wool and recycled fibres, you will learn the absorbing and useful craft of yarn basketry. Carol will suggest materials that can be repurposed and share her techniques for adding enrichment, to make some beautiful creations. This is a great workshop for people who enjoy colour and textiles, and can be learnt from age 7 upwards. During this 3 hour workshop we will make a mat and small basket. Materials (and fun!) are included. No previous experience necessary.

COSTUME LIFE MODEL DRAWING ART WORKSHOP
18.09.25 6.30pm – 9.00pm
Led by Artist Ben Ecclestone
£15.00 pp materials inc. Adults only.

Venue Gallery North, 70 High Street. To book, please email artgallerynorth@gmail.com
Join artist Ben Ecclestone to learn the art of life drawing in costume. Using a variety of mediums, learn various life drawing techniques from experienced figurative artist Ben Ecclestone.Participants are welcome to bring their own materials if they choose. Various materials will be available to use.

Gallery North would like to invite entries from artists working in any medium for our forthcoming exhibition ‘INTO THE WILD’ – a thematic exhibition inspired by the beauty of the animal kingdom and our natural world. Artists are invited to submit up to three works for consideration that respond to this theme (three works maximum).

The exhibition will run from 31st May – 26th July 2025 and hanging/installing will take place during the week before. Artists must organise the safe delivery (and collection if necessary) of their artworks.

To apply, please fill in the form and here and upload examples of up to three artworks with dimensions, prices and a short artists CV (no more than 500 words or 1 side of A4) by 5th May 2025. A single submission fee of £15 is required to enter and this also includes automatic entry for artists in the 2025 Eastbourne Artists Open House Art Trail and programme which will run during June, giving the gallery and exhibiting artists further exposure.

If you are selected for this exhibition, we will be in touch within one week after the submission date closes. At this point, please ensure that you arrange payment of £15 to the following account:

GALLERY NORTH / SORT CODE: 30-90-90 / ACCOUNT: 33742868 .

Please include your name as reference so that we can track the payment. If payment is not made within one week after we have notified you of your acceptance, Gallery North will not be able to continue with your application.

Please note that Gallery North’s commission is 20% on all sold works.

Thank you so much for taking the time to enter – we really look forward to viewing your work!

For enquiries please email Emma at: artgallerynorth@gmail.com