Explore artistic talent at the Isle of Wight Open Studios Showcase Exhibition
Spring has arrived, Easter is just ahead, and two May Bank Holidays are fast approaching. With these welcome breaks in the calendar, the Isle of Wight’s cultural calendar offers the perfect reason to get out and explore. Showcase exhibition at Quay ArtsOpening on Thursday 3rd April, the Isle of Wight Open Studios season begins with […]
Isle of Wight’s primary schools encouraged to join forces for original songwriting project
Primary school children across the Isle of Wight are preparing to sing out in celebration of their home, heritage and hopes for the future with a new series of songs. Teachers and schools are being encouraged to sign up to take part in the initiative that will culminate in a public concert at Carisbrooke Castle […]
Shademakers UK launches DepARTment, revitalising historic site in Ryde
Shademakers UK, the powerhouse behind the new DepARTment arts centre in Ryde, closed the road on Thursday last week for the long-awaited formal opening. The dramatic red gates, designed by Alice Malia were swung open after Mayor of Ryde, Richard May, cut the ribbon and declared DepARTment open to the public. Earlier in the day, […]
Music Export Growth Scheme supports Coach Party in expanding global reach
Congratulations to Isle of Wight band, Coach Party, who have has secured funding from Round 23 of the Music Export Growth Scheme (MEGS). The scheme, which supports independent UK artists in expanding their international presence, has provided funding to 58 acts in this latest round. Boosting British music exportsThe BPI, the trade association representing the […]
Future Creatives Careers Week sets new standards for career education
Three cheers to Claire Paul from the Isle of Wight Cultural Education Partnership, who last month delivered another hugely successful Future Creatives Careers Week. The event gave young people across the Island the opportunity to explore creative careers through free workshops, talks, and presentations. Record participation and expanding opportunitiesFuture Creatives Careers Week took place from […]
Museums
Brading Roman Villa Award-winning Visitor Centre and Museum offering a unique insight into Roman life in Britain, from beautifully preserved mosaic floors to an extensive collection of Roman archaeology. Carisbrooke Castle Museum Founded in 1898 by HRH Princess Beatrice, Queen Victoria’s youngest daughter and situated within the grounds of Carisbrooke Castle, the museum cares for an […]
Arts Organisations
Artswork Apprenticeships, Arts Award, Creative EnterpriseWorking with education settings and arts and cultural organisations in the city to empower children and young people through arts and culture. Independent Arts An Isle of Wight charity using the arts to improve wellbeing, quality of life and to reduce social isolation. Working with all ages in the community […]
Unique performance opportunity for contemporary dancers on the Isle of Wight
Artist Emma Critchley is inviting contemporary dancers and movement practitioners to take part in her latest film installation, Soundings. The piece will be exhibited at Quay Arts from 11th October to 19th December 2025 and includes a live solo performance element. Emma is looking for dancers based in the Isle of Wight or Hampshire to […]
Creatives urged to engage with UK government’s copyright and AI consultation
If you are an artist or photographer on the Isle of Wight make sure you respond to this UK government consultation on ‘Copyright and Artificial Intelligence’ (AI), before it closes on Tuesday 25th February. The consultation proposes a new copyright exception that would permit AI companies to train their models on copyrighted content without payment—unless […]
Isle of Wight shines at Portsmouth Music Awards with local talent and venue recognition
The Isle of Wight is making a strong impression at the latest Portsmouth Music Awards. Not only have talented artists from the Island been recognised, but a much-loved local music venue has also been shortlisted. Artists in the runningYoung indie rockers 5 Degrees North are in contention for Indie/Rock/Alternative/Metal Act of the Year. Former Islander […]
