The May Bull

Island born artist Bridget Macdonald returns to Quay Arts with her major solo exhibition ‘The Poetry of Earth’ from 13^th July to 31^st August in The West Gallery.

Carinthia West is best known as a journalist, as for many years has been a contributing editor for magazines such as Marie-Claire, Harper’s Bazaar and Tatler, as well as writing for the Telegraph, Independent, and many other magazines. In “a previous lifetime” in the 1970’s and ’80’s she modeled, acted, and “hung out” with friends and family, taking photographs on her trusted Canon camera with their permission. Friends included a handful of  the Rolling Stones, actresses like Helen Mirren and Anjelica Huston, singer-songwriters like Carly Simon, James Taylor, Paul Simon and David Bowie, and actor-comedians such as Robin Williams, as well as many other less famous friends. Locations included American film sets, French street markets, Malibu beaches, London parks, or wherever else she happened to be, including landscapes on the Isle of Wight.

Just in time for the summer sailing season - A collaborative summer show, bringing together three great oceanic photographers to celebrate the way we interact with our great British coastline. From spending the day walking its beautiful shores and admiring the breathtaking landscapes – to riding the waves for a thrill on a high speed yacht. Nigel Millard who photographs for the R.N.L.I will also be exhibiting some of his captivating shots of hero’s that weather the coasts many personalities day in day out to keep us safe and also those that provide us with the ‘catch of the day’. Exhibition curated by Kimberley Piggott, Exhibitions Coordinator JMCT.

Just in time for the summer sailing season - A collaborative summer show, bringing together three great oceanic photographers to celebrate the way we interact with our great British coastline. From spending the day walking its beautiful shores and admiring the breathtaking landscapes – to riding the waves for a thrill on a high speed yacht. Nigel Millard who photographs for the R.N.L.I will also be exhibiting some of his captivating shots of hero’s that weather the coasts many personalities day in day out to keep us safe and also those that provide us with the ‘catch of the day’. Exhibition curated by Kimberley Piggott, Exhibitions Coordinator JMCT.

SOPHIE Honeybourne is one of the most exciting new talents on the jewellery scene. Trained at London Royal College of Art she was tempted to remain in the capital after graduating.

Unique works from artists across the South

Quay Arts is offering local and regional contemporary artists the chance to come and exhibit their work in The West Gallery for Quay Arts’ ‘Artfordable’. Just like an Affordable Art Fair; this event provides a very special opportunity to discuss and to buy unique artworks direct from the maker. Works may include prints, paintings, ceramics, craft, photography and much, much more! A fantastic opportunity to sell and buy work commission free for one day only! That one day is Saturday 25^th June. The deadline for submissions has been extended to Friday 3^rd June.

From time to time something happens that transcends the daily humdrum and just for a moment lifts us up, makes us smile and reminds us just how good life can be. I had one of those moments during the first ever Isle of Arts Festival. I was walking towards the marquee, erected on the cliff top in Ventnor overlooking the Bay below, a lone kite was circling in the blue sky and the most beautiful sound I had ever heard came drifting towards me on the breeze.

The latest Wight artists 'Open Studios' directory is available in outlets Island wide this month. A must-have for anyone planning to attend the annual Open Studios event when artists of all kinds throw open their doors to the public, the 56-page colour booklet lists over 

150 island artists, along with descriptions and examples of their work and contact details, as well area maps and directions to participating artists’ studios. And for those who can't make Open Studios in July, the booklet is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to know anything about art and artists on the island.

Charlotte Hodge Thomas painting in her studio

Style of Wight caugt up with Bembridge based artist Charlotte Hodge Thomas...

The critically acclaimed Folk Band LAU have been flung into the spotlight over the past year with their original folk sound and are gracing the Island’s shores for their sold out gig at the Quay Arts Centre on 18^th March. Style of Wight caught up with accordion player Martin Green.