About Worcester Society of Artists
Where we meet
We meet every Monday from 7pm to 9pm
at The Mission Free Church, 150-156 Bromwich Road, St John’s, Worcester WR2 4AS
What we do
We meet on Monday evenings to share our passion for creating and appreciating art with workshops, demonstrations, talks, presentations and 'show & tells'. Take a look at our programme here. We also exhibit throughout the year, giving members opportunities to showcase their work, especially at our Annual Exhibition at Worcester City Art Gallery.
Who we are
We are a friendly community of people who share a passion for art. Our members have a wide range of backgrounds, experience and interests, and work in many different styles and media.
We welcome artists of all styles and abilities who are keen to be part of a like-minded creative community.
Who we are
We are a friendly and welcoming art society whose members come from a wide variety of backgrounds, skills and experience and work in a variety of media and genres..
We welcome artists of all styles and abilities who are keen to develop their skills and be part of an active creative community.
What we do
We meet weekly for workshops, professional and member demonstrations, and to share our passion for creating and appreciating art. We exhibit throughout the year, giving members opportunities to showcase and sell their work, especially at our Annual Exhibition at Worcester City Art Gallery.
Some of our past demos
'Dynamic Figurative Painting' with Sara Lightning
Still Life demo with Lucy Burton
'Paint like the Masters' with ArtbyDJ
Still life demo with Francesca Currie
Drypoint Etching Demo with Jain McCay
Cold Wax demo with Rachel Pryke
Pet portrait demo with Jane Aston
Wildlife painting demo with Tom Shepherd
Demo with Jessica Stone
Portrait demo with Rob Wareing
Landscape demo with Vicki Norman
Demo with Mark Jenkins
Did you know...
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The Society was founded in 1947 and originally named The Visual Arts Group.
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In 1965 we renamed as Worcester Society of Artists and became independent society under its own constitution.
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For many years the Society held its meetings at The Swan Theatre.
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The Society has held its Annual Exhibition at the City Art Gallery since 1947.
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We have also exhibited at The Swan Theatre, Worcester Cathedral, local libraries, the Riverside Market, Crowngate Shopping Centre, The Worcester Show and The Hive.
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Some of our past members include Peter Spicer, an impressionist oil painter whos art is in the Worcester City Art Gallery’s permanent collection and Ken Candlin, a watercolour landscape artist. We hold annual awards in their name.
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Our membership includes both established artists and enthusiastic beginners. We will always be an inclusive society that aims to support and encourage artists of all skills and abilities.
The society holds regular exhibitions throughout the year, culminating in our Annual Exhibition at Worcester City Art Gallery which has taken place since 1947. These exhibitions give our members the opportunity to showcase and sell their work.
The Peter Spicer Award which is selected by the City Art Gallery for the artist whose work shows exceptional quality, creativity and imagination. Our Ken Candlin Landscape and Wildlife Painting Awards are judged by visiting professional artists.
Meet our members. Many of these artists exhibit and have paintings for sale. Please contact the artist directly if you would like to purchase a painting or have an enquiry about their work.