art
It's clever, but is it Art?
This section covers all art forms including drawing, painting, illustration, sculpture, mixed media, photography, ceramics and textiles. View all the content in this section.
Local charity St Albans Arts (STARTS) is dedicated to raising the profile of the arts in the city. It has a register of artists and runs regular art fairs and other exhibitions at the Town Hall. The Margaret Harvey Gallery, managed by University of Herts, hosts local and touring contemporary art exhibitions. Leading Art Events organises shows at local venues in and around St Albans.
Many local artists take part in The Herts Visual Arts Forum (HVAF) annual open studios event, and their regular exhibitions.
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Clubs and activities
The Big V - public art for St Albans
A project to install a large sculpture in Verulamium Park in 2010. The organisers need to raise £240,000 and welcome any support.
Provides support for artists of all abilities, arranges studio sessions, talks, demonstrations and exhibitions of members' work.
This club promotes the enjoyment of photography through weekly club evenings, informal presentations and light-hearted competitions.
Art Club at Maltings Arts Theatre
MAT offers term-time weekly afternoon arts clubs for four age groups: 18mths-4 yrs, 5-7 yrs, 5-10 yrs and 8-12 yrs. Holiday workshops also available.
Exhibitions and events
To 27 Mar - Exhibitions at the Radlett Centre
Floral studies from Carron Murphy (Grd Floor Gallery) and a new exhibition by Joel Seshold (Apthorp Gallery). Mon-Sat 10am-4pm. Free.
A collection of hand-made comics in watercolour, India ink and acrylic by Vienna based artist Clemens Stecher. Margaret Harvey Gallery, St Albans.
To 31 Mar - An exhibition by Dominic Morton
This local artist explores the relationship, influence & representation of animals in cultural & tribal art. Gallery Cafe, Trestle Arts Base. Free.
Sat 3 Apr - Art Appreciation Lecture
Society, Seascapes & Saints by Martin Smith. Sat 3 Apr, Watford Museum, 11am to 12.30pm. £5 inc. tea or coffee. Booking essential on 01923 232297.
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