Hastings Contemporary has launched Sussex Spotlight, a new exhibition series celebrating artists with connections to the Sussex region. The inaugural show, running from November 19, 2025, to January 18, 2026, features St Leonards-based painter Alessandro Raho, known for his refined portraits and still-life works. The series is free to attend and supported by David and Sarah Kowitz.
This initiative matters because it strengthens the connection between a local gallery and its community, providing a platform for home-grown artists to be represented in their own region. By spotlighting regional talent, Hastings Contemporary reinforces the role of smaller institutions in nurturing local creative ecosystems, which is increasingly important as the art world grapples with centralization and the dominance of major metropolitan hubs.