Oxmarket are once again delighted to welcome Chichester Open Studios to the John Rank Gallery in April for a 2 week exhibition.
Since its inception in 2001, this esteemed event has evolved into a celebration of creativity, this year Chichester Open Studios are featuring 149 talented artists who open their studios, homes, shared venues, workshops and even garden sheds to the public.

After exhibiting at Oxmarket the Open Studio artists open their creative spaces to the community; where they can meet their audience in person, exploring their themes and processes with others and gain a fulfilling insight into why others are interested in their art. Visitors can learn directly from the artist and find out how they create artworks and processes used.

Divided into six distinct areas — City, Harbour, Downs, Eastward, Seaside and Peninsula, this event invites you on a journey of artistic discovery. Mark your calendars for May 18th, May 19th, May 25th, May 26th, and Bank Holiday Monday, May 27th, as Chichester Open Studios welcome you to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of artistic expression across Chichester. Whether you choose to explore each area individually or venture through a variety of categories, the Art Trail promises an unforgettable experience of discovery and inspiration.

There are often demonstrations and artwork is also available to purchase and commissions are welcome. Some of the artists are full-time professionals, others create on a part-time basis and some enjoy creating in their spare time. One thing is for sure, Chichester is an incredibly artistic area with a huge talent base. All of the artists are passionate about the art-world and are looking forward to sharing what life is like as an artist with you.