Welcome to Mersea Island Artists
Artists creating art on beautiful Mersea Island
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About
Mersea Island Artists is a thriving community of artists based on the picturesque island of Mersea in Essex. Our talented artists specialise in a wide variety of media, including painting, ceramics, photography, linocut, printmaking, textiles, jewellery and more. We are passionate about showcasing the beauty of our surroundings through art and fostering creativity within our community.
If you would like to purchase some of our work contact the artist directly. Keep scrolling and you'll find items available for purchase.
If you would like to purchase some of our work contact the artist directly. Keep scrolling and you'll find items available for purchase.
next open studios
Open Studios
10 Island Artists welcome you to visit them in their studios on Mersea Island.
Sat 23RD NOVEMBER & Sun 24th NOVEMBER
10 am - 4 pm
On the last section of the website you'll find a downloadable version of the leaflet and Google maps which gives you the option of searching the addresses for each artist.
Please note that not all of the Island Artists are participating in Open Studios this time, however there will be a selection of their work available in The Oyster Gallery . 6 Coast Road West Mersea CO5 8OE
You can also check any updates on @Merseaislandartists Instagram account
Plan ahead your visit and we hope you have an enjoyable Open Studios!
To download your leaflet Click
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Sat 23RD NOVEMBER & Sun 24th NOVEMBER
10 am - 4 pm
On the last section of the website you'll find a downloadable version of the leaflet and Google maps which gives you the option of searching the addresses for each artist.
Please note that not all of the Island Artists are participating in Open Studios this time, however there will be a selection of their work available in The Oyster Gallery . 6 Coast Road West Mersea CO5 8OE
You can also check any updates on @Merseaislandartists Instagram account
Plan ahead your visit and we hope you have an enjoyable Open Studios!
To download your leaflet Click
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gallery
the artists
Mavina Baker
Printmaker
Helen Burgess
Silver Jewellery
Nicola Contreras
Coiled Porcelain and Paintings
Leafy Dumas
Art & Illustration
Myrna Fahie
Print Art & Craft Embroidery
Haydee Flores
Artist
Patricia Forrest
Artist
Jane Hunter
Linocut Printing
Anne-Marie Jacobs
Ceramic Art
Maxine Jones
Mixed Media Artist
Elizabeth Morris
Painting,Printmaking
M. C. Josh Sanus
Painting
Vinny Stapley
Mixed Media Textiles
James Weaver
Painting
Chrissie Westgate
Fine Art Photographer
Colin Westgate
Fine Art Photographer
Mary Woodcock
Texture Artist
group exhibitions
Mersea Island Artists are excited to invite you to the first group exhibition of the year 'WILD EDGE' at the Oyster Gallery 25th May -- 15th June 2024. The opening evening will be on Friday 24th May 7-9 pm. David Clarke will be opening the event. For more information You can contact The Oyster Gallery at: merseaoystergallery@gmail.com Or Mersea Island Artists at: contact@mersea-island-artists.com
Save the date! Visit the Art Café and not only enjoy the delicious food and drinks on offer but also the new work Mersea Island Artists have on exhibition. Starting on 17/12/2023 until
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Art Exhibitions and Events
Visit our art exhibitions and events to experience the diverse range of artwork created by our Artists. Immerse yourself in the local art scene and discover new artists and styles.
Workshops
Join us for art classes and workshops led by our talented artists. Learn new techniques, explore different mediums, and unleash your creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Learn MoreCustom Commissions
Our artists offer personalised art commissions tailored to your unique preferences. Commissions are one of a kind artwork for your home, office, or as a special gift.
Learn Moreevents
Iceland in Winter- Talk by Colin Westgate at The Colchester Photographic Society. Tues 29th Oct 7:30pm - 10pm
SAVE THE DATE! BABE 2024 Please make a note to save the date for the next Bristol Artist’s Book Event at Bower Ashton which will take place over the weekend of 29th and 30th June 2024.
Potfest South East - Glynde Place is set in parkland immediately in front of a grand Elizabethan country house on the doorstep of the South Downs. The show is within easy access by road and rail from Brighton, Eastbourne and Lewes. For tickets and more information go to: www.potfest.co.uk
East Contemporary Textile Exhibition 24th April - 7th May
Nicola Contreras is happy to be selected to exhibit 4 plates at the fundraising sale in support of ‘Hope and Homes for Children’ and the ‘David Nott Foundation’ at the beautiful Messums West, Long Gallery, adjacent to the Barn on the site, from 1st March to 29th April 2024.
Haydee Flores will be exhibiting at the Boomer Gallery. *Opening Event, 8th of March from 6 to 9pm. Everyone is welcome, no RSVP or tickets required. boomergallery@gmail.com
Our annual pottery selling fair, featuring high-quality artist-made pottery direct from the makers.
Anne-Marie Jacobs, Maxine Jones and Vinny Stapley will be exhibiting at the Minories.
Anne-Marie Jacobs will be exhibiting at Farnham.
Nicola Contreras will be exhibiting at Mistley.
Patricia Forrest will be showing a couple of her pieces at the 59th Essex Open Art Exhibition at the Beecroft Art Gallery. For more information go to: https://www.southendmuseums.co.uk/beecroft
This is a virtual Zoom presentation. Colin Westgate will be giving a talk about Wild Britain. To buy y tickets click on the link below.
Painting Classes
with M.C. Josh Sanus
with M.C. Josh Sanus
Drawing, watercolour, acrylic and Oil lessons at Sandbank, Seaview avenue Caravan Park, Mersea.
Available every Friday from 10th of January 2025.
Morning sessions for those with some experience,between 10.00 -12.00
Afternoon session for beginners, between 2.00-4.00
For more information 👇 to contact M.C. Josh Sanus
Available every Friday from 10th of January 2025.
Morning sessions for those with some experience,between 10.00 -12.00
Afternoon session for beginners, between 2.00-4.00
For more information 👇 to contact M.C. Josh Sanus
Lino-cut printing workshop with Jane Hunter
A Lino-cut printing workshop for beginners and experienced artists.
Email Jane to book a place👇
Email Jane to book a place👇
Nicola Contreras
Coiled and carved porcelain vessels + coloured slips and oxides
28 - 30 x 18cm
£365
28 - 30 x 18cm
£365
Purchase
The beautiful Mersea Island Calendar 2025 from photographers Colin and Chrissie Westgate is now available. Featuring a selection of stunning seasonal photographs of Mersea Island, the calendar is once again published as a limited edition. The annual calendar always sells quickly so don't wait to get yours!
£17
£17
Chrissie Westgate
Book Re-release
Book Re-release
After the first edition sold out, Chrissie Westgate is launching a re print of her acclaimed book 'Whispering Shores'
To order click on the link 👇
£30
To order click on the link 👇
£30
contact
- West Mersea, England, United Kingdom