Fishslab Gallery

Fishslab Gallery

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11 Oxford Street, Whitstable

Current Exhibition

Jon Bird Competition

Jon Bird Competition

Previous Exhibition

Rachel Mae: Collage in Whitstable

Rachel Mae: Collage in Whitstable

23-29 April – A group exhibition dedicated to the art of collage @Madebyrachelmae

Upcoming Exhibition

Lindsay Wilkinson, Irene Southon & Sue Moreton: Whitstable Wanderings

Lindsay Wilkinson, Irene Southon & Sue Moreton: Whitstable Wanderings

07-13 May – Three local artists reflect on living in Whitstable using fused glass, ceramics and handmade felt. They will be showing artwork and homewares with a strong Whitstable flavour. @LindsayWilkinsonArtwork @IreneSouthonGlass @SueMoretonceramics

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We are a small Whitstable based gallery that is run by a group of practicing artists as a non profit organisation.

Coming very soon to the Fishslab, We hope you can

Coming very soon to the Fishslab, We hope you can make it to celebrate with us!

The Fishslab Gallery has celebrated the memory of Jon Bird, one of the founders of this unique community gallery with an open-entry competition. All the entries will be exhibited at the Fishslab from Wednesday 30*h April to May 5th. There are two prizes in each age group, for under 21 there is a Visual Arts Short Course presented by UAL and a £50.00 voucher for the ‘People’s Choice’. For over 21 year olds there is a free week’s exhibition at the Fishslab, date to be confirmed with the committee, and a £50.00 voucher for the ‘People’s Choice’.

Please visit the Gallery and vote for your favourite artwork.

The Gallery is open daily from 10:00 to 4:00

Last few days to see the incredible group exhibiti

Last few days to see the incredible group exhibition by artist @madebyrachelmae and many other great participating creatives!

If you love collage this one’s for you!!

#collage #artcollage #fishslabgallery #whitstable #kentartist #artexhibition

THIS WEEKS EXHIBITION: @madebyrachelmae An excit

THIS WEEKS EXHIBITION: @madebyrachelmae

An exciting group show dedicated to the collage of art!!

23-29 APRIL

Make sure to pop in and see this weeks joint show

Make sure to pop in and see this weeks joint show Steph’nDaph!

On until this Tuesday! ☀️

“There are places I remember all my life, though

“There are places I remember all my life, though some have changed Some for ever and not for better, some have gone and some remain All these places had their moments, with lover and friends I still can recall Some are dead and some are living, In my life I’ve loved them all”.

16 – 22 April

@whitstablesteph

stephaniebrunton@art.com

Daphnestanley.co.uk

Tomorrow is the last full day to see this lovely e

Tomorrow is the last full day to see this lovely exhibition by @fieldandsparrow make sure you pop in to the Fishslab to find out more! 🌞

This exhibition by Field + Sparrow is a collection

This exhibition by Field + Sparrow is a collection of unique ceramic pieces that could be described as both artful and calm. Handcrafted in her studio nestled in the Romney Marshes, studio potter Nadine creates both functional and decorative work that reflects her love for artisanal products and quality craftsmanship. Using a neutral palette of soft tactile glazes to highlight the beauty of her chosen clay and rooted in traditional techniques like hand building, slip casting, and wheel throwing, her craft explores the full range of what handmade ceramics can offer.

9-15 April

@fieldandsparrow

This weekend at the Fishslab we have an exciting j

This weekend at the Fishslab we have an exciting joint exhibition with work from artists:
Louis Murphy & Kerry Barnes!

You can expect to see some incredible art on canvas using oils, acrylic and other mixed media’s!

This exhibition ends 8th April!

A new exhibition starts today at the Fishslab! Wit

A new exhibition starts today at the Fishslab! With work from Louis Murphy & Kerry Barnes: Beyond the Wall

2-8 April!

Visit us this weekend at the Fishslab to see @matt

Visit us this weekend at the Fishslab to see @matthew_d_swan brilliant exhibition ‘COMFY LOOKIN’ SHAPES’

On until this Tuesday!

STARTING TODAY: An exhibition of paintings by Can

STARTING TODAY:
An exhibition of paintings by Canterbury based artist and illustrator Matt Swan

26 March – 01 April

@matthew_d_swan

www.matthewdanielswan.com

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! It is the final week to get

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

It is the final week to get your entries in for the Jon Bird Competition…

We are welcoming artists local and afar, emerging and established!

With both an under and over 18s category we encourage you to enter your artwork based on the theme ‘environment’ with an amazing opportunity to exhibit in our wonderful gallery here in Whitstable!

To find out more and enter you can find the downloadable entry form in the link in our bio and on our website!

Online entry form available from:
jonbirdfishslabgallery@gmail.com

www.fishslabgallery.co.uk

Don’t forget to pop into @liz_shedden_studio gor

Don’t forget to pop into @liz_shedden_studio gorgeous exhibition! Last few days to see this show at the Fishslab! ☀️

#whitstableart #fishslabgallery #artgallery #kentartists #artexhibition #art

THIS WEEKS EXHIBITION: @liz_shedden_studio

18 – 25 March

This collection of paintings is a follow on from my London show ‘Island to Island’. Comparing the similarities in the landscape between the Scottish and Greek islands I have expanded the landscapes to other places. Hence the title.

Lizsheddenstudio.com

This weekend make sure to pop in and see the fanta

This weekend make sure to pop in and see the fantastic joint exhibition with work from artist @blue_lagoon__art and photographer @nicolaagnewphotography

Jane Burdett: Blues & Greens
Nicola Agnew: After Dark

On until this Tuesday!!

@that._collective

NEW EXHIBITION: 11-18 March Jane Burdett - Drawin

NEW EXHIBITION: 11-18 March

Jane Burdett - Drawing inspiration from the coastal beauty of Kent, Jane creates fluid art that mirrors the movement of the sea and the ever-changing sky. Her seascape pieces evoke a sense of calm and vastness, blending deep blues, soft pastels and intricate wave like details that capture the essence of water meeting land. Beyond ocean inspired works, Jane explores bold and dynamic abstract compositions featuring rich, flowing hues of emerald, gold and teal.

Nicola agnew - I have always been interested in the time when the twilight bleeds in to night. Places quite ordinary by day take on a very different feel… I like to explore this by giving it a cinematic edge.

#seascapes #ocean #nightphotography #cinematicphotography

@nicolaagnewphotography @blue_lagoon__art @that._collective

JON BIRD OPEN EXHIBITION 2025 INFO, Enter now! Ent

JON BIRD OPEN EXHIBITION 2025 INFO, Enter now! Entries close 31st March.

Additional info can be found here -
https://fishslabgallery.co.uk/home/jon-bird-open-competition/

Entry forms in bio or below ⬇️
https://fishslabgallery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Worddoc_JonBird2025-EntryForm-downloadable.doc

#artcompetition #artgallery #opencallexhibition #opencall #enternow #kentartists

Entries for the Jon Bird Open Competition 2025 are

Entries for the Jon Bird Open Competition 2025 are now open!

The competition invites local artists to enter new work based on the theme ‘Environment‘.

Closing dates for entries is MONDAY 31st MARCH.

To download the online entry forms please see the link in our bio or the website link below -
https://fishslabgallery.co.uk/home/jon-bird-open-competition/

#artcompetition #emergingartists #localartists #entertowin #localtalent #bestartwork #participate #artcontent #artistsoninstagram #drawing #mixedmedia #sculpture #photography #oilpainting #watercolours #acrylics #ceramics #pottery #art #competition #compete

THIS WEEKS EXHIBITION: Ebb & Flow @debraivensart a

THIS WEEKS EXHIBITION: Ebb & Flow @debraivensart and @liz_atkin

4-11 March

Debra Ivens draws inspiration from the ever-changing seascapes and landscapes of the South of England. Her latest abstract collection reflects her fascination with the shifting colours and forms she observes during her daily walks, capturing the essence of a place and moment in time. Her work invites viewers to see their surroundings with fresh eyes, evoking personal memories and emotions while fostering a deeper appreciation for the raw beauty and power of nature—and the untamed wonder of wild Britain.

Liz Atkin’s practice transposes the motion, rhythm and patterning of Compulsive Skin Picking into drawing with charcoal, a soothing antidote to the condition’s deeply tactile character. Liz moved to Whitstable in 2021, and her practice has evolved to respond to the new environment. Captivated by the sea, sky and tidal textures, the coastline has provided fuel for her artwork; physical sensations swirl into her Whitstable in Charcoal drawings.

This weekend come and see @nickkellypaintingsandbo

This weekend come and see @nickkellypaintingsandbooks fabulous exhibition at the Fishslab gallery! #whitstable #kentartists #artgallery #artexhibition

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