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What is an Art Society?

An Art Society is created by a group of artists who collaborate and co-operate for mutual benefit.
* An art society can have various names - group, club, society, institute etc
* It can be very large or very small.
* It can be media oriented or subject matter specific.
* It can be completely open or it can create hurdles to entry
* It can include professional and /or semi-professional and/or amateur artists
* It can very active thoughout the year - or limit itself to an annual exhibition of works by member artists

What is an Art Exhibition?

An Art Exhibition is a display of artwork for viewing by a target audience. Typicallt artwork is displayed for a short period of time - although that can be several months

Art Society exhibitions very often run for one to two weeks - sometimes longer and sometimes shorter. The exhibitions of National Art Societies are frequently held in major cities. In the UK that city is normally London.

* Art exhibitions can be large or small.
* They can be open or closed
* They can be media oriented or subject specific
* They can be traditional or contemporary - or a mix of both
* Sometimes the only reason an art society exists is to have an annual exhibition.

Art Societies which have Annual Open exhibitions frequently "Call for Entries" from both members non-members. Payment of an annual subscription to an art society normally entitles the artist member to have some preference in terms of how artsowkr submitted are dealt with. This varies from a discount of the entrance fee to a larger allowance of works for artist members

Exhibitions have always been prime methods of assessing the artwork of prospective new members. As such, the exhibition for a non-member is a "way in" to signature status which entitles artists to letters after their name indicating their membership of the a society. Of course, signature status varies depending on the status of the individual art society. In the UK, the art society which sits at the top of the pyramid is the Royal Academy of Arts

Art Society Exhibitions in the UK 2011

FBA Society Receiving Day - Carlton House Terrace

This shows the entrance to the basement where the artwork is received - unpacked and with no protrusions - and the entry form and fees are handed over (photo copyright Katherine Tyrrell)

Annual exhibitions of the major art societies normally follow well known and/or well advertised schedules. Notices are normally given by way of adverts in most of the major art magazines and journals.

* In the UK, a significant number of the leading national art societies are affiliated to the Federation of British Artists based at Carlton House Terrace and the exhibitions are held at the Mall Galleries.
* Two major exceptions are the Royal Watercolour Society annd the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers which exhibit at the Bankside Gallery next to Tate Modern.
* A number of non-FBA national art societies also choose to avail themselves of the facilities at the Mall Galleries and both submissions and open exhibitions are held at the Mall Galleries.
* Other national societies choose to administer their open exhibitions themselves and locate their exhibitions at other locations and galleries in London and around the country.

SEE THE LINKS IN THE REST OF THIS PAGE TO ART SOCIETY WEBSITES AND FURTHER INFORMATION Outline deadline dates and exhibition dates are given immediately below

2011 - Deadline dates and Exhibition dates

RWS Open Competition
Entry form/payment: 12th January
Bankside Gallery - see below

Royal Society of British Artists
14-15 January
Mall Galleries: 2-12 March (PV 1 March)

Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour
28-29 January
Mall Galleries: 30 March - 10 April (PV 29 March)

RWS Open Competition
12 February (London) + regional (earlier)
Bankside Gallery: 18 February - 10 March

Royal Society of Marine Artists
Deadline: 12 - 13 August
Exhibition - Mall Galleries: 12-23 October (PV 11 October)

Royal Society of Miniature Painters, Sculptors & Engravers
Deadline: 20th August
Exhibition - Mall Galleries: 11 - 23 October

Society of Feline Artists
Deadline: Submission date to be announced
Exhibition - Llewellyn Alexander Gallery: 26 August - 16 September

Society of Graphic Fine Art
Deadline: Deadline to be announced
Exhibition - Menier Gallery: 3 - 15 October

Society of Wildlife Artists
Deadline: 11 - 12 September
ExhibitionMall Galleries: 27 October - 5 November 2011

New English Art Club
Deadline: 30 September - 1 October 2011
Exhibition - Mall Galleries: 25 November - 4 December 2011 (PV 24 November)

Royal Institute of Oil Painters
Deadline: 28-29 October 2011
Exhibition Mall Galleries: 7-18 December 2011 (PV 6 December)

Notes:
1.     FBA at CHT: Mall Galleries / Federation of British Artists - work to be submitted to basement at FBA HQ in Carlton House Terrace. £12 fee per work submitted / no hanging fee Link to registration and regional hand-in submission info

2.     LA Gallery: Llewellyn Alexander Gallery 124 -126 The Cut, Waterloo, London SE1 8LN UK (opposite the Old Vic Theatre)

3.     Bankside: Bankside Gallery, 48 Hopton Street, London, SE1 9JH

Notes:

FBA at CHT: Mall Galleries / Federation of British Artists - work to be submitted to basement at FBA HQ in Carlton House Terrace. £12 fee per work submitted / no hanging fee Link to registration and regional hand-in submission info

LA Gallery: Llewellyn Alexander Gallery 124 -126 The Cut, Waterloo, London SE1 8LN UK (opposite the Old Vic Theatre)

Bankside: Bankside Gallery, 48 Hopton Street, London, SE1 9JH

Westminster Central Hall, Central Hall Westminster, Storey's Gate, London, SW1H 9NH

Federation of British Artists

For all FBA member shows administered by the FBA:

the call for entries, eligibility criteria for all submissions and details - for each Society - of how to submit for the the FBA shows plus certain others administered by the FBA are all available right now in the Mall Galleries Call for Entries 2011 Leaflet. (pdf file).

The General Guidance for all Mall Galleries exhibitions is available on the websit. There are links to the websites of all other art societies which vary as to how much information they provide at this point in the year.

You can Download the Registration Pack (Pdf file) - which provides the registration form (submitted with all framed works), labels and general gu

Art Society Exhibitions in the UK 2012

MAKING A MARK: Key Dates for UK National Art Society Exhibitions in 2012: This post summarises key dates for the Annual Open Exhibitions by the Art Societies in the UK in 2012 - namely:
* Submission deadlines for entries
* the Exhibition dates
MAKING A MARK: NEW two-stage digital pre-selection process for FBA Exhibitions: A new digital submission and selection process for FBA Art Societies with Annual Exhibitions at the Mall Galleries is being introduced from 1st November. This should cut costs for some artists in the future.

Making A Mark on Art Society Exhibitions

MAKING A MARK: UK National Art Societies: 2011 Open Exhibitions - dates and deadlines: This is my annual post about all the Major Open Exhibitions by National Art Societies in the UK.
The definition of an Open Exhibition is that any artist may submit work to be shown in the exhibition. You don't need to be a member of the relevant art society
The list excludes
* the Major Art Competitions (details coming soon) and
* Local Art Societies (see Art Societies in the UK - Resources for Artists
* and Art Society Exhibitions (UK) - Resources for Artists) Members Only exhibitions.
Making a Mark: National Art Societies in the UK - Open Exhibition dates and deadlines: This post summarises the major open exhibitions which relate to national UK art societies
Making a Mark: American Watercolor Society Gold Medal - the final verdict on Sheryl Luxenburg: The AWS gold medal controversy and its implications for artists and art societies
Making A Mark Publications - Major Open Exhibitions by UK National Art Societies in 2011: PDF File - downloadable for free - This is a summary of the deadlines, and dates and venues for the Annual Exhibitions of all the National Art Societies in 2011.
MAKING A MARK: UK Art Society Open Exhibitions: Deadlines for entry: (August 2011)
Submission deadlines in the next six weeks for entries to open exhibitions by prominent art societies in the late summer and autumn are summarised below.

Major art competitions in the UK

THE ROYAL SOCIETIES

Royal Watercolour Society

Welcome to the Official Royal Watercolour Society Website: The Royal Watercolour Society
Royal Royal Watercolour Society Exhibitions: Future and past exhihibitions
Royal Watercolour Society Exhibition - Spring Exhibition 2009: RWS Spring Exhibition 20th March - 19th April 2009
The 2009 RWS Spring Exhibition features the lyrical paintings of David Brayne, which will form a central exhibit in an exhibition of waterbased paintings by Society Members.
Royal Watercolour Society Exhibition - RWS Open Exhibition 2010: The RWS Open Exhibition, previously called '21st Century Watercolour', is an exhibition of successful entries to the annual open painting competition organised by the Royal Watercolour Society. The aim of the competition is to encourage innovation in the use of water-based media on paper and to stimulate fresh approaches to what are considered to be watercolour's traditional strengths.
Royal Watercolour Society - RWS Open Exhibition 2011: Competition: RWS Open Competition 2011 - ENTER NOW!
The aim of the Royal Watercolour Society's Open Competition is to encourage innovation in the use of water-based media on paper and to stimulate fresh approaches to what are considered to be watercolour's traditional strengths. Successful submissions will be exhibited at Bankside Gallery, London, from 18th February - 10th March 2011.

The Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour

Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours: The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours website, exhibitions, news, competitions and events
Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours 199th Annual Exhibition: How to Exhibit in the 199th Annual Exhibition of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours at the Mall Galleries. These are guidelines only. Full instructions are available from the Federation of British Artists, address below.
Next Exhibition Dates: Private View: Tuesday 29th March 2011
Exhibition: Wednesday 30th March to Sunday 10th April 2011
Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours Prizes and Awards 2011: Information about the artists and paintings that have won awards at the annual exhibition of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours
Artists of the RI (The Official RI Blog): Paintings by members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours with descriptions and comments in the artist's own words

Resources for Artists - Watercolour

The Royal Institute of Oil Painters - The ROI

The Royal Institute of Oil Painters - The ROI: The Royal Institute of Oil Painters, also known as the ROI, is an association of painters in London and is the only major art society which features work done only in oil.
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters - The ROI - News and Exhibitions: ROI 122nd Annual Exhibition at Mall Galleries, London.
Non members are invited to submit work for the Annual Exhibition.
For further information contact the Mall Galleries on 020 7930 6844 or visit :www.mallgalleries.org.uk

Entry forms are now available to download here : Registration Pack
Receiving Days: Friday 25th & Saturday 26th September 2009; 10-5
Collection of unaccepted work: Sat 10-Oct-2009 10-5, Wed 14-Oct-2009
Collection of unsold exhibition work: Thur 12-Nov-2009 10-5
Exhibition Private View: Tues 27-Oct-2009
Exhibition Opens to Public: Wed 28-Oct-2009 10-5 including weekends
Exhibition Closes: Sun 8-Nov-2009

Royal Society of Portrait Painters

The Royal Society of Portrait Painters, The RP, Portrait Commissions, Portrait Artists - Home: The Royal Society of Portrait Painters (est 1891), or The RP as it is known, is the foremost Society for Portrait Artists and Portrait Painters in the United Kingdom. Most of the portrait painters and artists are available for private and company portrait commissions
The Royal Society of Portrait Painters, The RP, Portrait Commissions, Portrait Artists - Exhibitions: The Society's annual exhibition not only features new works by Society members but also selected works by non-members.

In June 1891 the society held its first exhibition. It included works by the members and also works from such well-known portrait painters as Sir John Everett Millais, G.F. Watts and James McNeill Whistler.

2009 Exhibition:
Private View: Wed 6th May 2009
Open to the Public: Thur 7th May 2009 10-5 including weekends and public holidays
Open to 7pm Tuesdays & Thursdays Entry is £2.50, concessions £1.50
Closes: Sat 23rd May 2009 at 1pm

Resources for Artists - Portraiture

The Royal Society of British Artists

The Open Annual Exhibition of the Royal Society of British Artists is held each year in the Spring. In 2012, the exhibition will be between 29th February and 10th March 2012.

The Royal Society of British Artists: The Royal Society of British Artists advocates the highest standards of skill, expression and concept throughout the visual arts. We represent 'leading edge' artists who employ a sound knowledge and application of draughtsmanship as the basis of their work.

Our annual exhibition at the prestigious Mall Galleries in London, together with other regional and international members' exhibitions we hold throughout the year, promote a renaissance of core aesthetic values within the visual arts.

The Royal Society of British Artists also works with schools, colleges and universities to uphold these principles within education and to encourage excellence in the development of emerging artists.
How to exhibit | Royal Society of British Artists: The Annual exhibition of the society takes place in early spring. The exhibition includes works from both members and non-members and represents every form of media including fine art, prints and sculpture.
Royal Society Of British Artists | Mall Galleries: Call for Entries and details of what/how to submit work

Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers

The Royal Society of Painter Printmakers: The Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers (RE) website where you will find some of the most outstanding original prints by professional British and
international artists
History - The Royal Society of Painter Printmakers: The Society of Painter-Etchers (its original name) was founded by Francis Seymour Haden, in 1880, in reaction to the Royal Academy of Arts' reluctance to exhibit etchings and engravings.
Elections - The Royal Society of Painter Printmakers: The RE holds an annual election, at Bankside Gallery London, for artists who would like to join the Society and enjoy the benefits of being a member - which includes the opportunity to exhibit with the RE
Exhibitions - The Royal Society of Painter Printmakers: RE Members exhibit their work at Bankside Gallery and elsewhere. The Annual Members' Exhibition is the major event, usually taking place in the spring. Unless another venue is stated, all exhibitions listed on this site are at Bankside Gallery, 48 Hopton Street, London SE1 9JH, UK

Royal Society of Miniature Painters Sculptors and Gravers

Royal Society of Miniature Painters Sculptors and Gravers: The Royal Society of Miniature Painters, Sculptors & Gravers was founded in 1896 by Alyn Williams who was the first President, a position he occupied until 1898, and then again from 1908 until 1941. The Society's inaugural Exhibition, held in 1896 in the Modern Gallery, was the first to be devoted exclusively to contemporary miniatures and was an immediate success. King Edward VII granted the Royal Charter in 1905. In 1926 the RMS extended its welcome to other forms of miniature art. Recognition of this wider scope was officially confirmed when Sculptors and Gravers were added to its name by Royal Command of King George V.
EXHIBITION 2009: Art Work Receiving Day 2009:
Work should be submitted to the Administrative Offices of: The Mall Galleries, 17 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1
HAND IN: Saturday 22nd August 2009
SELECTION: Monday 24th August 2009
HAND OUT: (after exhibition) Wednesday 28th & Thursday 29th October

Exhibition information sheets and schedules, which must accompany the work, are available from the Executive Secretary.

Resources for Artists - Miniature Art

Major National Art Societies

in England, Scotland, Wales and Norther Ireland

Annual Exhibition - Royal Ulster Academy: Each year the Academy hosts an Annual Exhibition in Belfast showcasing the work of RUA members, invited artists and artists selected by open submission. This event aims to highlight the best in contemporary and traditional visual arts practice in Ireland, North & South.
Exhibition Archive - Royal Ulster Academy: Royal Ulster Academy
Annual Exhibition 2010
Annual Exhibition 2009
Annual Exhibition 2008

Major Regional Art Societies

Major Art Societies in the Regions typically maintain their own gallery

The Royal West of England Academy : Open Exhibitions: The Royal West of England Academy has two open exhibitions a year. The first is an exhibition rotating the disciplines of sculpture, painting, photography and printmaking. It attracts contemporary artists both nationally and internationally. The second open exhibition, which is held annually, is the Autumn Exhibition. It has been in existence for over 150 years, the 157th being the most recent. The Autumn Exhibition is a mixed discipline exhibition, including painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture and architecture. It attracts artists both regionally and nationally.
RBSA gallery - exhibitions: exhibitions of work by painters, printmakers and crafts people
RBSA gallery - competitions: The RBSA Gallery holds three Open exhibitions per year, and at least one annual Prize exhibition, with a grand prize of £1000. Each of these shows is open to submissions from members of the public.

The automatic exhibition rights of Members and Associates do not apply to the Prize exhibition.

The Royal Society of Marine Artists

The Royal Society of Marine Artists: The Society was founded in 1939 and is widely recognised for being the focal point for much of Britain's finest marine art. The RSMA currently has an active membership numbering 51. The Society's common theme is the sea, and Members work is as wide and varied as the subject. Traditions such as plein-air, topographical, historical, still life, and figure painting are all welcomed. The work is representational in the broadest sense, and the range of media includes oil painting, watercolour, acrylics and pastels, as well as drawings, prints, and the occasional sculpture.
The Royal Society of Marine Artists - News: The Society's Annual Exhibition is in October. As always this exhibition is an open event. For non-members submission forms can be downloaded from the Mall Galleries website at www.mallgalleries.org.uk or by sending a SAE to The Mall Galleries, 17 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5BD.

Resources for Artists - Marine Art

Federation of British Artists

Member societies without a royal designation

Pastel Society

The Pastel Society: The Pastel Society promotes use of pastel within the contemporary art world.
The Pastel Society - Annual Show: The annual exhibition takes place in June at The Mall Galleries in London and features works by both members and non-members. The show presents a vibrant exhibition of paintings and drawings reflecting the extremely diverse nature of the medium currently being produced by today's artists. It is accompanied by a number of events which offer the general public an opportunity to learn more about pastel painting, including a demonstration evening, workshops and critiques. The gallery will be open 10am - 5pm every day of the exhibition, except the last, on which it will close at 3pm.

Resources for Artists - Pastels

New English Art Club

New English Art Club - Original Art by Contemporary Artists: The New English Art Club, British figurative, portrait, landscape and still life paintings.
New English Art Club Exhibitions - Original Art by Contemporary Artists: The New English Art Club exhibition diary - shows currnt and upcoming exhibitions and events

Other Genre Art Societies

These are societies which focus on a particular genre or type of art

Society of Botanical Artists

The Society of Botanical Artists.: The Society of Botanical Artists was founded in 1985 by the president Suzanne Lucas.
The Society of Botanical Artists - How to exhibit: To become an Associate you must have submitted five works and had ALL five works accepted for two consecutive years: that is 10 out of 10 paintings accepted in total over two successive years. The Selection Committee sits once a year at the Annual Open Exhibition and Associate Membership is automatic for those applicants who fit the criteria above.

Full Membership of the Society is ONLY by election and is not automatic.
The Society of Botanical Artists - Siilver Jubilee Exhibition: The Society of Botanical Artists was founded in 1985 by the president Suzanne Lucas.
The Society of Botanical Artists - 2011 - 26th Annual Exhibition: The title for the exhibition is "The World of Plants"
Our next receiving day will be 14 February 2011
The exhibition will be held at Westminster Central Hall, London.
Dates: Friday, 8 April to Sunday 17 April 2011
Opening times: Daily from 11am to 5pm including Sundays
Free Admission
All work for Sale

Resources for Artists - Botanical Art

Society of Wildlife Artists

Society of WildLife Artists Home Page: The Society of Wildlife Artists is a registered charity that seeks to generate an appreciation of and delight in the natural world through all forms of fine art based on or representing the world's wildlife. Through exhibitions and publications of fine art the Society aims to further an awareness of the importance of conservation in order to maintain the variety of the world's ecosystems and its wildlife. The Society also supports and promotes arts based objectives of other conservation and wildlife charities.

The focus of the Society's work is the annual open exhibition featuring all art media. The exhibition is held in September/October at the Mall Galleries.
Society of WildLife Artists - Guide to submitting work: The selection committee of the SWLA seeks to encourage all forms of three and two dimensional artwork in any medium* (see below) that is based on or representing the world's wildlife. The committee is particularly keen to encourage all artists with fresh visions to submit work to the annual show.

The committee will consider work
- that evokes the spirit of the natural world
- which reveals a personal experience or true understanding of the natural world
- that shows imagination, artistic ability, originality and genuine creativity

Work which is inadmissible
- that which has previously been exhibited in London
- botanical subjects, pets and domestic animals
- work in metal frames, poorly framed or badly presented
- photographic reproductions/mechanical prints* (see website)

The Society of Equestrian Artists

annual exhibition at the Mall Galleries, London

This is an open exhibition and the largest exhibition of equestrian art gathered in the capital. It showcases the best in equestrian art in all media, including original print and sculpture.

The Society of Equestrian Artists - website: Showcasing some of the work of the Society's Members, ranging from internationally-renown professional members to enthusiatic amateurs
The Horse in Art: Society of Equestrian Artists International Open Exhibition | Mall Galleries: The Horse in Art: Society of Equestrian Artists International Open Exhibition
Tue 2 - Sun 7 August 2011
Now in its 32nd year, this will be the Society's second open exhibition.
2011 Open Exhibition - Call For Entries - Society of Equestrian Artists: Call for Entries THE HORSE IN ART' The Society of Equestrian Artists
International Open Exhibition Mall Galleries London
2nd - 7th August 2011
All original mediums including sculpture
Multiple prize awards available including top prize of £3,000 for "Best in Show"
SEA Autumn Exhibition of Equestrian Art 2011: SEA Autumn Exhibition of Equestrian Art at Sally Mitchell Fine Arts, Tuxford, Notts.September 25th to October 8th 2011
SEA Newsletter Jan 2011 (includes terms and conditions of entry 2011): Terms and conditions for entry 2011 on pages 8 and 9
2010 Open Exhibition - Society of Equestrian Artists - Prizewinners Page: The Society of Equestrian Artists - Prizewinners Page, International Open Exhibition 2010
Mall Galleries, London 3rd - 8th August 2010
SEA Annual Exhibition 2008 - Prize Winners: SEA Annual Exhibition 2009 - Prize Winners

Society of Women Artists

The Society of Women Artists, Annual exhibition: The Mall Galleries, London, contempory artists, Pastel, Oils, Watercolours, Mixed Media, Silk Painting, Sculpture, Awards, Patron HRH Princess Micheal of Kent: The Society of Women Artists was established around 1855 to give serious women artists the opportunity to exhibit, has continued to attract some of the most noted artists of the time.
How to exhibit & become a member: How to exhibit & become a member

You may submit up to four works.

Categories of work acceptable are: painting, drawing, sculpture in all media; miniature work in all media, ceramics of a non-utilitarian nature, engraving, lithography, etc.
Making a Mark: Society of Women Artists - Annual Exhibition entry details: The Society of Female Artists was founded in 1857 because in the UK in the mid-nineteenth century, women were not considered to be serious contributors to the field of art. Consequently they had great difficulty in obtaining a public showing of their work. The Society was created with the aim of providing an opportunity for female artists to exhibit their work. At the first exhibition, 149 women showed 358 works, some hiding their true identities under a pseudonym.

The Society of Graphical Fine Art

The Society of Graphic Fine Art: The initial aims of the Society were to give the opportunity for artists to exhibit works unimpeded by purely commercial considerations and ' to uphold and maintain the interests of all those forms of art that do not use colour as a form of expression'. At that time, black and white work was specified, colour being thought to be more allied to painting. Print making was allowed, mainly consisting of engraving, both on wood and copper and the etching process.

Whilst black and white work and traditional skills are still a priority, in recent times a more progressive outlook has encouraged the use of colour and non - figurative work. The Society holds two membership elections a year, drawing excellence being the main criteria of membership in all media disciplines, though oil paintings are not allowed.
Society of Graphic Fine Art Events: SGFA Open Exhibition 2009
The annual open exhibition will again take place at the Menier Gallery, London, WC1,
5th -10th October 2009.
Society of Graphic Fine Art - Exhibition Schedule 2010 (pdf file): Details of how to enter the Annual Exhibition

Guild of Aviation Artists

GAvA - Guild of Aviation Artists: The Guild was formed in 1971 and is recognised throughout the world as the premier society for the promotion of aviation art. It brings together the worlds of art and aviation in a common interest group and stages exhibitions and events throughout the UK.The Guild has affiliation links with societies and associations in the USA, Canada, Australia, France, the Netherlands and Italy.
GAvA - Guild of Aviation Artists - 2011 Annual Aviation Paintings of the Year: 2011 Annual Aviation Paintings of the Year
The Mall Galleries, near Admiralty Arch, London SW1 19 - 24th July, 2011

Armed Forces Art Society

annual exhibition held at Mall Galleries, London

Exhibitors are skilled amateur and professional painters and sculptors. Members and Associate Members come from all ranks of the three services, both serving and retired, and their spouses.

The Armed Forces Art Society: The Armed Forces Art Society is the premier Art Society of Britain's Armed Forces.
The Armed Forces Art Society - Exhibitions: Exhibitions are held annually at The Mall Galleries - London
Links to webpages of images from previous exhibitions
Armed Forces Art Society: Armed Forces Art Society: Annual Exhibition - Mall Galleries, London
Tue 26 - Sun 31 July 2011
The 77th exhibition will display a diverse and exciting range of the best new works by members of the Society. Exhibits include paintings, drawings, original prints and sculptures

Other Media Art Societies

These are societies which primarily focus on the media they support

Society of Wood Engravers

founded in 1920

The Society was founded in 1920 by a group of artists that included Philip Hagreen, Robert Gibbings, Lucien Pissaro, Gwen Raverat and Eric Gill.

The Society of Wood Engravers - Welcome: This website gives a short history of the Society of Wood Engravers and provides an explanation of the process of wood engraving. It also has information on current exhibitions, courses and membership details.
About The Society of Wood Engravers: The Society exists to promote wood engraving. It is the principal organisation and rallying point for those interested in the subject; it also maintains a lively interest in other forms of relief printmaking.

United Kingdom Coloured Pencil Society

UKCPS - UK Coloured Pencil Society: The Society was founded in 2001 with two main aims in mind - to promote coloured pencils as a fine art medium, and to support UK based artists who use, or wish to use, coloured pencils, in any way.
UKCPS - Exhibitions: Exhibitions: This page is the gateway to the online shows of our Annual exhibitions. The major exhibition each year is an open and juried exhibition.

The rules of entry for this exhibition are that works should be completed in "pure" coloured pencil ONLY. Some graphite is allowed under the pencil, and watersoluble pencils are also allowed, but not pastels.

The aim of these exhibitions is to prove what can be accomplished using just coloured pencils. If an artist is successful in getting into this show three times within a five year span, they are entitled to put the letters UKCPS after their name.
MAKING A MARK: UKCPS Annual Exhibition 2011 - Selected Artists: The artists selected for the 10th Annual International Exhibition of the United Kingdom Coloured Pencil Society at Central Hall, Westminster are as follows.
the link in an artist's name is to his or her website
links to a UKCPS gallery page or other art society are noted separately
UKCPS - 10th Open International Exhibition 2011: A Celebration of Creative Art
10th UKCPS Open International Exhibition 2011
In partnership with: Our Principal Sponsor : Faber-Castell celebrating their 250th Anniversary
UKCPS News: Call for Entries: 9th UKCPS Annual Open International Exhibition 2010: Any coloured pencil artist, anywhere in the world, is invited to enter the 9th Open International Exhibition 2010 of the United Kingdom Coloured Pencil Society (UKCPS) sponsored by Caran d'Ache

Open Studios

Open Studios Network: Open Studios Network for open visual art studio events across England
Open Studios Network - Map: Open Studios Network - Map
Highlands Open Studios: Highlands Open Studios - Artists, Makers, Studios and Galleries in the Scottish Highlands. Painters, Sculpters, Printmakers, Photographers, Ceramics, Woodworkers, Designers and Makers in Glass, Fashion and Fabric
South East Open Studios - SEOS: South East Open Studios 2009
Surrey Artists Open Studios: 6-21 June 2009 Surrey Artists Open Studios
What is an Open Studios event?
Open Studios events take place in the UK and abroad. They have been established to help promote artists and their art practice.
Greenwich Open Studios: Annual Open Studios event held by Greenwich area artists - opening their homes and studios to show original fine art
Suffolk Open Studios 2009: A Suffolk UK, county wide network of artist opening their studios during Jume 2009
Open Studios West Berkshire and North Hampshire 2009: The online guide to visit studios, exhibitions, workshops and arts events in West Berkshire amd North Hampshire during Open Studios 2008 and throughout the year.
Open Studios : Online: Colchester Open Studios gives you the chance to visit artists in their
studio. You can talk to them about art, see the way they work

Resources for Artists - coloured pencils

Making A Mark

Artist and author Katherine Tyrrell draws and writes about art for artists and art lovers.

Topics include: artists, art competitions, art exhibitions, art blogs; art history; art techniques and tips; art business and marketing; art economy and making a mark with pastels, coloured pencils and pen and ink

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Harvey Foster Dec 18, 2011 @ 10:16 am | delete

Hi, I have taken over the administration of the website for Lytham St Annes Art Society, which you have listed as a local art society in Northwest England. I have re-launched it under a new URL, namely : http://lythamstannesartsociety.co.uk. The old URL: lsaartsociety.org.uk, which provides a link to the new website, will be allowed to lapse. The new website has a link to Squidoo at http://lythamstannesartsociety.co.uk/links.html. Could you please change the link to Lytham St Annes Art Society to http://lythamstannesartsociety.co.uk
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makingamark Dec 18, 2011 @ 11:37 am | delete

Thanks - I've updated the entry on my other site http://www.squidoo.com/art-societies-uk

Any plans for your centenarary?

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makingamark Dec 18, 2011 @ 11:39 am | delete

That should have been centenary!

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artyfax Oct 16, 2010 @ 5:40 pm | delete

Another great lens with lots of detail. I have been looking for info however on ways to manage an exhibtition for a very small, leisure art group in the UK. We hold one at least once a year but are often disappointed by the number of visitors. Publicity seems to be one of our stumbling blocks - do you have any info/links which you could pass on. I would be very grateful.

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makingamark Oct 16, 2010 @ 7:19 pm | delete

Funny you should say that - I'm about to start working on a series of blog posts about art societies and exhibitions were one of the things I had in mind

Publicity requirements and associated arrangements will always vary a lot depending on the type of exhibit held and its venue. Book mark this lens - and you'll see relevant links shortly I hope!

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Smellypunks Sep 9, 2009 @ 10:45 am | delete

Nice lens, lots of good info in here. Have given you 5 stars.

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tandemonimom Mar 19, 2009 @ 12:37 am | delete

Wow, this is an impressive compilation! I'm US not UK but I can see how very helpful this will be for a lot of people. Great work, 5*

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Archive: Art Society Exhibitions in the UK 2010

Annual exhibitions of the major art societies normally follow well known and/or well advertised schedules. Notices are normally given by way of adverts in most of the major art magazines and journals.

* In the UK, a significant number of the leading national art societies are affiliated to the Federation of British Artists based at Carlton House Terrace and the exhibitions are held at the Mall Galleries.
* Two major exceptions are the Royal Watercolour Society annd the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers which exhibit at the Bankside Gallery next to Tate Modern.
* A number of non-FBA national art societies also choose to avail themselves of the facilities at the Mall Galleries and both submissions and open exhibitions are held at the Mall Galleries.
* Other national societies choose to administer their open exhibitions themselves and locate their exhibitions at other locations and galleries in London and around the country.

Major Open Exhibitions in 2010

Here is a list of major open exhibitions - ordered by the date of submission. I've included the exhibitions at the beginning of the year even though the deadline has passed as the exhibitions are current or imminent.

FBA/Royal Society of British Artists:

receiving days (mid-Dec. 2009/deadline passed);
exhibition 10th - 21st March, Mall Galleries

FBA Royal Watercolour Society / RWS Open Competition (Formerly known as "21st century watercolour")

receiving days (form) 13-14th Jan. (work);
exhibition 19th Feb - 11th March 2010 Bankside Gallery

Originals 2010 - Contemporary Printmaking Show:

receiving days: 15th-16th January;
exhibition 25th March - 3rd April, Mall Galleries

FBA/Pastel Society:/ 111th Annual Exhibition:

receiving days 5th - 6th February;
exhibition 7th - 17th April, Mall Galleries (Private View: Tuesday 6th April)

FBA/Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour / 198th Annual Exhibition 2010(OPEN):

receiving days: 19th - 20th February;
exhibition 21st April - 1st May 2010, Mall Galleries

Society of Botanical Artists / Silver Jubilee Exhibition 2010

receiving day 15th February, Westminster Central Hall;
exhibition 16th April - 25th April, Westminster Room, Westminster Central Hall

(Apologies the original post has the wrong dates included in error)
FBA/Royal Society of Portrait Painters: / Annual Exhibition 2010

receiving days 12-13th March;
exhibition 6th - 21st May, Mall Galleries (Private View: Wednesday 5th May)

Society of Women Artists: Annual Exhibition 2010

receiving days 23rd - 24th April;
exhibition 1st July to Saturday 10th July , Mall Galleries

Society of Equestrian Artists / International Open Exhibition

submission: details available from society
exhibition: 3rd - 8th August 2010

United Kingdom Coloured Pencil Society: Annual Open International Exhibition

receiving days (form) June; (framed works) September;
exhibition: 13th Sept - 1st Oct. Stamford Arts Centre, Stamford

Society of Graphic Fine Art / 89th Annual Open Exhibition 2010

receiving day: 21st August 2010
exhibition: 4th - 16th October

FBA/Society of Wildlife Artists: Annual Open Exhibition 2010

receiving days 13th - 14th August;
exhibition 22nd September - 2nd October, Mall Galleries

Royal Society of Miniature Painters, Sculptors and Engravers : Annual Open Exhibition 2010

receiving day: 21st August 2010
exhibition 12th - 23rd October 2010, Mall Galleries

FBA/Royal Society of Marine Artists: Annual Open Exhibition 2010

receiving days 11th - 12th September 2010;
exhibition 13th - 23rd October 2010, Mall Galleries

FBA/New English Art Club: Annual Open Exhibition 2010

receiving days 15th - 16th October 2010;
exhibition 25th November (Private View) / 26th November - 5th December 2010, Mall Galleries

FBA/Royal Institute of Oil Painters: / Annual Open Exhibition 2010

receiving days: 5th - 6th November 2010
exhibition 7th (Private View) / 8th - 19th December 2010, Mall Galleries

FBA/Royal Society of British Artists: Annual Open Exhibition 2011

receiving days (dates TBA)
exhibition February (dates TBA), Mall Galleries