Uno One: An Autumn Selection

An Autumn Selection

Exhibition of Fine Art & Craft, Featuring the work of the Sussex Arts Collective

The Sussex Arts Collective is back!

Following a remarkable twist of fate and a series of coincidences, this popular exhibiting art group has found a new home in Seaford to exhibit and sell their work. This exciting development will be the first time they will have had a presence on the high street in their own dedicated space – GALLERY UNO. It will not only provide the Seaford town centre with a much needed commercial venue for art and craft, but will add to the growing number of diverse and appealing

independent shops and provide even more reason to shop locally.

As of 4th November they will be presenting a new series of 12 monthly exhibitions of eclectic fine art, design and craft at 14 High Street, the first of which is aptly named UNO ONE, An Autumnal Selection. It will be a real tonic for the artists and craftspeople taking part who, not surprisingly, have found it tough over the last 18 months.

As visitors to their numerous exhibitions at Lewes House, the HOP, The Grange, The Old Brighton Fishing Quarter and The Crypt Galleries have come to expect, they will be displaying a vibrant variety of work from the rich seam of local artists and makers from across the county. Their unique approach to juxtaposing fine art alongside graphic design and craft has previously captivated patrons who have purchased their work, and having their own gallery will enable them to develop this approach further.

The Sussex Arts Collective was formed 17 years ago by ceramic artist Phil Duncan. He identified, as a fledgling maker himself whilst he was still teaching, that there was a need for inexpensive venues for emerging artists. Initially he and his wife opened their house for Artwave, but soon found that their gathering collection of prospective exhibitors needed a bigger space to accommodate them all. One thing led to another and his reputation as a personable and considerate curator soon spread far and wide. At its peak there were over 80 members of the Collective. GALLERY UNO marks a significant turning point in their illustrious history and a step change in how they exhibit and sell their work to wider audiences.

Throughout the shows you’ll have an opportunity to meet the exhibitors themselves and discuss their work with them. It will quickly become apparent to you regardless of whether you are looking for an investment in a major piece of art, a piece of pottery or glass, something to enhance your interior décor or a thoughtful and special gift for someone, that you’ll be assured you’ll be acquiring a distinctive piece of artwork conceived and created from scratch. Genuine quality yet affordability are the key attributes to their success. They’ll look forward to seeing you soon.

Uno One at Gallery Uno, 14 High Street, Seaford BN25 1PG. Open: Mon – Sat 10am – 4pm, Sundays 12pm – 3pm CLOSED Wednesdays, from Thursday 4th November until Tuesday 30th November.

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ALFRISTON ART & CRAFT MARKET

The Old Chapel Centre Saturday 6th November 10.30am-2.30pm

The best of local crafters all in one place! Mosaics, Wood Craft, Candles, Handmade Soaps, Acrylic Art, Scrappys Unique Bears, Homemade Cakes and more…

For information contact: Pegi Wilde 078400 77443 pegi.wilde@hotmail.co.uk

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Drawing Workshops

with Lesley Harvey

10am - 12pm £14 per session Last Monday of every month at Paradise Park

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