Founded in 1919, the SGFA (the drawing society) promotes fine drawing skills in both traditional and contemporary media.

The Society organises events throughout the year, culminating in the Annual Open Exhibition at the Mall Galleries in London, showcasing outstanding drawings by some of Britain’s finest professional artists.

Connected is a body of work by Pure members brought together in unity in response to each artists individual interpretation of the title. Connection and connectivity runs throughout the human experience. It informs our actions and behaviours and reflects our personal perspectives.

Vincent is exhibiting Beyond the Garden Gate

The horizon offers infinite possibility - it offers hope.

People see different things when they look toward the horizon.

We all live under the same sky, but we don't all have the same horizon.

Selected artists have been invited to show artwork that responds to the notion of possibility, difference and hope.

Vincent is exhibiting 4 works as part of Pure ART360 ed.4

Since March 2020 we have all been on an unexpected Journey driven by the global pandemic.

During this time some of us have been touched by the virus itself, while others have been touched by the humanity & emotional responses seen and experienced.

Vincent is exhibiting 4 works as part of this Pure Members Exhibition

Vincent will be exhibiting some of his recent surrealist style paintings and one of his drawings in this exhibition alongside other Pure Arts Group members.

Since March 2020 we have all been on an unexpected Journey driven by the global pandemic.

During this time some of us have been touched by the virus itself, while others have been touched by the humanity & emotional responses seen and experienced.

Now, as we begin to look again towards a brighter future, this exhibition explores artists individual responses to the journey of life and all that entails and involves.

Organised by Grierson Gallery, the Benenden Art Show takes place in Benenden Village Hall in Kent and showcases the artwork of some 30 artists.

MANDELL’S GALLERY IS LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC ELM HILL, NEAR NORWICH CATHEDRAL.

The gallery was opened in the 1960’s, originally specialising in the Norwich School of Painters such as Crome and Cotman. The gallery now has a diverse collection of Traditional and Contemporary Fine Art

During October the gallery is hosting an exhibition featuring works by 29 members of The Society of Graphic Fine Art. The Society represents the very best of contemporary drawing in the country and promotes drawing as a fundamental skill, in both traditional and contemporary work, in any medium bringing a huge variety to the show. The society has a long history and celebrated its 100 years in 2019.

‘Drawing is a way of seeing. When we draw something we really see it, and that is its great value. When we draw something we reveal it’s truth to all who look at our drawing. There is no substitute for this. Using a camera is a different process, valuable maybe, but different.’

Prof. Ken Howard OBE RA Hon SGFA (Taken from his forward in the SGFA Centenary Book ‘One Hundred Years- Society of Graphic Fine Art)

Always moving forward with new imagery and techniques, SGFA members art work is much sought after and has won many awards both nationally and internationally. Taking part in residencies, community arts projects, giving lectures and tuition, illustrating books, theatre design, painting murals, these artists have much to contribute, their imagery always rooted in drawing.

Vincent is exhibiting 3 works as part of this prestigious exhibition; ‘Abandoned’, 'Bin Lids’ and ’Tree Tops’

The Rye Society of Artists is an artist led society that has been holding an annual summer show in Rye since the 1950’s. For the past 5 years the show has been held at the Dance Hall on Conduit Hill.

For this 70th anniversary show the selection is smaller than past years, but still offers “many fabulous delights” for visitors to enjoy and buy.

The Rye Arts Club was originally formed in the early 1920s based at Lamb House, with Henry James the writer listed as an early president. Between the wars the club had a tantalising roll-call of members including Augustus John, Dame Laura Knight and Edward Burra, even though Burra described Rye, none too flatteringly, as ‘Tinkerbell Town’.

After the Second World War there was an influx of artists to Rye and in1951 a visionary and idealistic new group of eight artists appeared in Rye and launched their own modern movement (RX8) which was mirrored in the opening of the Festival of Britain in the same year. In 1952, RX8 merged with a newer group which included Ken Townsend and Wally Cole and the Rye Society of Artists was born.

Vincent is exhibiting “The Red Roof” (featured); an Indian ink drawing and watercolour. See Shop for more

Founded in 1919, the SGFA (the drawing society) promotes fine drawing skills in both traditional and contemporary media.

The Society organises events throughout the year, culminating in the Annual Open Exhibition at the Mall Galleries in London, showcasing outstanding drawings by some of Britain’s finest professional artists.

Launched in September 2020, Pure ART360 is an exciting, innovative and dynamic digital event, showcasing artists from around the world. The event includes live broadcasts from artists studios and a digital interactive magazine. Read the magazine here.

Throughout April artists go live everyday on Crowdcast to talk about their inspiration, process and materials. Vincent’s live interview is scheduled for Wednesday 28th April.

To join the live events, visit the Pure Arts Group website and register to be in the live audience, or you can watch on catchup on the ART360 watch page, Pure Live Youtube Channel or Facebook page.

You can view and buy a selection of Vincent’s artwork in the Pure members online exhibition.

This digital exhibition is updated regularly and offers a rich contextual lens through which to engage with Vincent’s artwork, together with that of his fellow members.