Curated Events Open studios
Working with artist James Byford schools in Bexhill from primary through to the college, have held a series of workshops to consider the issues raised by plastics and create …
Bernard McGuigan’s solo sculpture exhibition of selected figurative pieces in this beautiful garden square. Philanthropist Sir Christopher Ondaatje said “I have been a collector and admirer of McGuigan’s work …
All My Best Ideas Ever – an illustration exhibition of hand painted originals by local Hastings illustrator Nathan James Page, hosted by The Imperial (passionate purveyors of beer and pizza).
World premiere of international photographic artist Malcolm Glover’s video installation, ‘Breathe’: portraits of Indian glass factory workers within the chaotic environment of their workplace …
Fumico Azuma (Japan), Tim Can (UK). Found objects and a conscience feed two and three dimensional constructions, illustrations from the box of humanity. Utilitarian, provoking and open to …
An exhibition of two local artists and their contrasting work. Molly’s paintings move between the microscopic and macroscopic creating abstract forms and landscapes that challenge our sense of …
Plastication Imagination returns to the seafront with a second exhibition of images to inspire love, care and celebration of our beautiful seas, beaches and fellow beings. Between Rock-a-Nore and Grosvenor Gardens …
A rare opportunity to peer at the proprietors’ artistic endeavours, Eel & Bear presents a tiny little exhibition of Sussex landscape photographs and curious abstract oil paintings by Mary Redmond and Nick Richards.
Showing together for the first time, the artists behind The Dirty Old Gallery will be presenting a mixed media exhibition around the concept of ‘Family’. With Megan Donfrancesco Reddy showcasing her …
Join us on the top terrace of this 1930’s icon as we launch coastal currents 2019 – free glass of fizz (till we run out). An all-day, beach-side event celebrating independent record label culture with DJs from …
Four mixed media artists. Different styles from line drawing to surreal incorporating vibrant colours and textures.
Days of The Lake is an exhibition of the most recent paintings and drawings by artist Victoria Kiff . To include large scale figure landscapes and abstracts in oils alongside Kiff ’s drawings on cotton rag …
The Art of the Seaside Postcard Featuring examples of the original artwork for saucy postcards from the early/mid twentieth century, including the work of Donald McGill. Very politically incorrect …
To be haunted by the drowned cries of a child, carried on the threatening gale, beneath the surge and shifting shingle, is to abjure the undying romance of the surrounding sea …
The SUB/MISSION exhibition will showcase the work of Michelle Mildenhall who has thrilled, shocked and tantalised the art world with her provocative and subversive latex art works …
Now we are 7, an established group of artists present a diverse mix of works exploring the concept of the unspoken. The exhibition includes, installation, sculpture, painting and …
Homeware and lifestyle store, Reste, is exploring the creative connection between the natural world and our homes. Contact with nature has been linked to reduced stress levels; bringing the natural world …
Textile pieces that celebrate small things that bring happiness in the mad world that we inhabit.
An exhibition of collage art by Vanessa Farinha and photographic works by Georgina Cook. As well as life on the physical and metaphorical fringes, the works explore liminal spaces, migration and the multiplicitous identity …
An exhibition of recycled and reassembled ceramic, mosaic artefacts by Susan Elliott, as guest artist with Caroline Morris. Using resin skulls, candlesticks and wall pieces, Susan envelops them in ceramic hedgerows filled with …
Drop-in family friendly creative activities inspired by the exhibition programme, with support from DLWP team and volunteers.
Hastings Arts Forum is delighted to host its annual Rising Talent exhibition showcasing a range of work by selected young and emerging artists. Enjoy fresh and stimulating work from the new generation …
This solo show by Nick Hill is a selection of mainly recent paintings. His style is as ever colourful, psychedelic and at times darkly surreal …
The Observer Building (OB) is an iconic, much-loved building in Hastings with rich heritage and surprising spaces. During its 34 years of dereliction, it remained neglected and unproductive …
FREE. Join a member of the De La Warr Pavilion team plus special guests as they share their perspective on How Chicago! Imagists 1960s & 70s and Lauren Godfrey: Group Hat.
An exhibition of Danny Pocket’s Limited Edition Prints. Proceeds from sales in aid of St Michael’s Hospice. Exhibition runs until Saturday 5 October.
Group of artists; Phillip Cosham, Nigel Plumb, Tim Riddihough, Steve Rutter, Siobhan Tanner, Anna Thomson plus invited artists. This diverse group return in 2019 with even more findings from their seemingly limitless imaginations …
The Grand Coastal Postcard Hunt will take you on a magical mystery tour of the Sussex coastline giving you many opportunities to win amazing artworks by amazing artists …
This experiential arts workshop will take you on a journey into the world of the Czech writer Franz Kafka. Together we will explore ‘hope in the absurd’ through the lens of literature and philosophy …
Join us for a Grand Picnic preview of The Alley and Harper’s Caves as we turn this space into a pocket park and arts space. Help us dig or plant, throw in ideas, see the new gates, peer into caves and buy a …
London based artist Madeleine Pledge presents their first solo exhibition in the south east of England.
Come join us @W.Ave street art festival, where you can enjoy and purchase local artists work, listen to some music and relax.
Join RUNWAY artists Roz Cran + Sharon Haward for their 10th art intervention. The art walk will start at Hastings Pier and end on the roof terrace of the De La Warr Pavilion …
Are you looking for love? This extra special dating event is especially for all those creative types out there seeking a new fun way to meet like-minded arty types in a good old fashioned face to face …
Step into a neon jungle, and immerse yourself in an alien world. Artists Kate Bruce, Drew Copus & Jodie Dean are teaming up to transform the upstairs of Crowleys bar …
Exhibition and sale of drawings, prints and paintings by the late Roland Jarvis, superb artist who died aged 90 in 2016. A multi talented and well known Old Town character …
“Conflux”- a collaboration between sculptors Sean Cronin & Pat Seaman. Whilst setting the world to rights over a few golden beers one night, Sean & Pat realised they shared a profound …
A guided walk and drawing event exploring the ‘lost’ medieval village of Northeye. A rare chance to help document this protected space using experimental creative drawing techniques …
FREE, or pay what you can. Bring an item of clothing that needs mending and share stories about how our everyday habits, routines and rituals leave their imprints on our garments …
Sofar Sounds has come to Hastings! Sofar Sounds was created to reimagine the live event experience through curated, intimate performances in 437 cities around the world.
In this collection of intriguing paintings, Katherine Reekie explores our fascination with nature’s curiosities – unfamiliar organic forms have been preserved and presented for us to gaze upon …
Over one evening and one day New Road Artists open their studios at Rye Creative Centre. This is your annual opportunity to view & buy a huge range of work directly from all the artists and makers …
Athens born Amanda Kyritsopoulou will present their first solo exhibition at Flatland Projects inside the Source BMX Park, Hastings.
One day event exploring visual music using electronic systems. Two dimensional animated sound objects, which you can see and hear. Images are created by synthesising signal shapes …
The Sustainability on Sea (SOS) festival presents a rich and varied programme of activities and events culminating with an all day Big Green Fair at the Stade on Sept 29 …
Award winning H2DANCE brings their celebrated performance work to Hastings for the first time with this fascinating exploration of hierarchy, power relationships and codependency …
A major new moving image commission by artist Mikhail Karikis will explore the power of nonverbal communication, made in conversation with neurodiverse artists …
An exhibition of new ceramic and textile works by Renee So, created during a residency at West Dean College, responding to an invitation to mark the Bauhaus centenary …
One of the largest and most ambitious exhibitions of David Nash’s work presented in England. The exhibition is a major survey of Nash’s career from the late 1960s to the present day …
One of the biggest stars in world music, Kanda revolutionised Soukous with mesmerizing guitar solos. Driven by optimism and happiness, Kanda’s performances are exhilarating, energetic and rooted in Congolese tradition …