Sixteen artists from the Isle of Wight have gathered at Monkton Arts in Ryde for a comprehensive group exhibition showcasing the region's creative breadth. Running through May 2, 2026, the showcase features a multidisciplinary collection including painting, sculpture, and jewelry from local figures such as Rachael Berry, Martin Swan, and Margarette Moore.
Freshwater Parish Council has launched a community-driven fundraiser featuring a skate deck art auction to support the development of a new skatepark and pump track on the Isle of Wight. The initiative kicked off with an opening night at the Newport and Carisbrooke Community Centre, showcasing custom-designed decks by local artists alongside historical displays of the island's skating culture. The event also secured a significant financial boost through a donation from High Sheriff Jacqueline Gazzard.
Twenty-five art students from the University of Toledo, including local Monroe County residents Keira Turvey and Sara Wisler, have curated a new digital exhibition for the Toledo Museum of Art titled “Birds in Art: Devotion and Decadence.” The project marks a significant milestone for the university's art program as it is the first time students have developed an exhibition designed to exist exclusively in an online format.
The Manx Easter Art Exhibition has opened at the Hodgson Loom Gallery in Laxey, Isle of Man. The annual show features over 200 works from more than 50 local artists, described as a vibrant and colorful display of painting, printmaking, and sculpture.