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This year’s show includes several abstract and semi-abstract works that explore colour, movement, memory, or place in exciting and imaginative ways. From Society Members to artists selected through the open call, these works highlight the range of approaches to abstraction within pastel, from structured compositions to more intuitive mark-making. Society Members The exhibition features abstr …

The Pastel Society Annual Exhibition is renowned for showcasing exceptional contemporary work in pastel, from established names to emerging talent. This year’s exhibition celebrates several artists under the age of 30, whose work brings fresh perspectives, techniques and experimentation to dry mediums. From prize-winning artists to those at the start of their careers, these young exhibitors …

It's getting colder: Our wintery picks from the Royal Institute of Oil Painters As the weather turns, enjoy feeling cosy at home while you enjoy some of our favourite winter scenes from the 2025 Royal Institute of Oil Painters exhibition. Whether winter makes you think of snowy pavements and dusky evenings, getting cosy in a mountain chalet or crunching through icy fields, these works perfectly su …

The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Exhibition: Find the Perfect Christmas Gift The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) return with their Annual Exhibition, presenting a vibrant and varied showcase of contemporary oil painting. As the only major national art society dedicated exclusively to oils, the ROI offers a unique exhibition of over 300 works by elected members of the Institute, alo …