Welcome To Arnold Art Society
Our Society is based in Arnold, on the edge of Nottingham, but our membership extends well beyond. It was founded in 1967 as a non- profit-making organisation that has around 80 members. Two exhibitions are held each year where over a hundred original paintings are displayed by our members.
We get together at Pond Hills community centre to make art every Tuesday and Thursday morning (9 till noon), and Wednesday evenings (7 till 9pm). Our evening sessions often include demonstrations and workshops by professional artists and Friday mornings have regular portraiture and life drawing classes. In the Summer months we organise en plein air sketching evenings at a range of picturesque locations.
I’ve always been delighted that our membership spans all ages and abilities – from relative beginners to old hands who are happy to give guidance and encouragement. The atmosphere is warm and informal, with friendships developing alongside the artwork. If you’re interested in membership, drop in to a practical session, see what’s going on and decide on whether to join us
Glenn Major, Chair, Arnold Art Society
What’s On…
OUTDOOR SKETCHING GROUP
Each Wednesday evening till August
Starts 3rd June at 7pm
Four Bells at Woodborough NG14 6EA,
meeting in the car park.
Following weeks locations TBA
Check back regularly!
Please note: no sessions at all week commencing 17th and 24th August, no class 1st September returning Wednesday 2nd September for Enrolment night.
Wed 2nd Sept
Enrolment Night and Quiz – New season
7.00 – 9.00pm
Drinks and Nibbles to be provided!
Bring your Membership Card.
New term Starts 3rd September
Thursday group
Commencing 3rd September
Thursday mornings. 9am – 12 noon
Do your own thing!
These sessions run throughout the term.
Tuesday group
Commencing 8th September
Tues mornings. 9am – 12 noon
Do your own thing!
These sessions run throughout the term.
Wednesday Evening group
Commencing 9th September
Do your own thing!
7.00 – 9.00pm
These sessions run throughout the term.
COMING UP…
Portrait Class
Fridays 18th Sept, 30th Oct, 27th Nov, 18th Dec.
9.30 – 11.30pm
Cost per session £5 (cash).
For details see Notice Board
‘Lino Printing – theme: Garden Creatures’
Wed 23rd Sept, 7.00 – 9.00pm
Demo / Workshop with James Gant.
Numbers will be limited for this demonstration / workshop. *More details nearer the time.
Life Classes
Fridays 25th Sept, 16th Oct, 20th Nov, 11th Dec.
9.30 – 12.30pm (arrive 9.15am)
Cost per session £10 (cash).
For details see Notice Board.
LAST DATE for Entries for
Autumn Art Exhibition
Thur 9th Oct by 12 noon at the latest!
All entries MUST be received by 12 noon (Thursday 9th Oct 2026
Sat 24th – Sun 25th Oct
‘Autumn Art Exhibition’ – weekend
Sat: 10.00am – 5.00pm
Sun: 10.00am – 4.00pm
‘Unusual Media used by Professional Artists’ –
Wed 14th Oct 7.00-9.00pm
an illustrated presentation by Jo Wilson
‘Mythical Beasts in Acrylics’
Wed 28th Oct
a Demonstration by Julian Bray
7.00 – 9.00pm
Also, look out for the follow-up Saturday Workshop! *
Wed 25th Nov
1st half of the evening: ‘Jack Greenwood Drawing Competition’. All members are welcome to enter. Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Fun Quiz and Free entry to a Prize draw for anyone entering a picture.
Medium is Pencil or Black Ink ONLY – (no colour). Internal competition rules apply (see notice board or web site). Not entering a drawing? Why not come along and vote for your favourite entry!
2nd half of the evening: ‘Making Xmas Decorations in Clay’
with Kay Addleton 7.00 – 9.00pm
Making the docorations, then take them home to dry, ready for next week!
Wed 2nd Dec
1st half of the evening:
‘The Paddy Pearce Bowl – Still Life Competition’.
All members are welcome to enter. Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd.
Fun Quiz and Free entry to a Prize draw for anyone entering a picture.
Internal competition rules apply (see notice board or web site). Not entering a picture? Why not come along and vote for your favourite entry!
2nd half of the evening: ‘Finishing-off Xmas Decorations’ – with Kay Addleton
7.00 – 9.00pm
Painting the decorations
A workshop demonstration
We hold many varied workshops and demonstrations throughout the year.
Take a look at our diary page to see what is coming up in 2024.
Our exhibitions are held twice a year.
You are welcome to come along to as many events as you are able and support our forthcoming Art Exhibition in October 2026.
