Annual Exhibitions 2010

58th OPEN EXHIBITION - Date: 1st May to 15th May 2010

Held at Cowbridge Halls, Cowbridge, Hertford. Admission FREE. Entry to this exhibition is open to all artists. The Exhibition will feature 2D work in all media, including digital art, as well as sculpture and 3D work. There is no prior submission, all work is handed in between 9:00am and 10:30am on Saturday 24th April for judging. Unselected works to be collected between 4:30pm and 5:30pm that afternoon. Click here for the Submission Form containing full details.

Click here for full review of the 2009 Exhibition with Prizewinners.

MEMBERS' SHOW - Date: 30th Oct to 31st Oct 2010

Millbridge Rooms, our annual exhibition exclusively for the works by Members of the Hertford Art Society. Admission FREE. Click here for more details.

Annual Exhibitions 2009 – Reviews

'Knockout!' so wrote a visitor in the book. Echoed by very many other visitors, the high standard and quality of work was outstanding. 68 members submitted framed paintings, work for the browser and greetings cards. Artworks ranged from exquisite botanical illustrations, figurative images, glorious landscapes and seascapes to abstracts which engaged the imagination. Set in the centre of Hertford, the show attracted hundreds of visitors over the weekend of 30th October to 1st November and, as an annual event, is one of the highlights in Hertford’s calendar.

The John Godden Award for the best in Show chosen by the Members
"In the corner" by Sandra Edney Lynch

The Visitors' Choice Award
"Gooseberries" by Karen Murray

The May Bennett Award for the best Still Life
"Still Life" by Valentin Bezditko

Karen Murray’s fine oil painting of ‘Gooseberries’ shows incredible detail in her work of a beautiful blue and white plate and a cluster of gooseberries. Even the tiny feet of the caterpillar can be seen.

Of the 289 visitors who voted at Hertford Art Society’s Members Show Karen’s painting received the most votes. Her reward is vouchers donated by Hertfordshire Graphics Ltd, Hertford’s art shop.

Karen Murray, Winner of Visitor's Choice, receives prize from
Rod Lewis of Hertfordshire Graphics

Enid Fairhead, Co-ordinator of the Members Show commented: “We are very grateful to Rod Lewis, Manager of Hertfordshire Graphics for his sponsorship of this prize. It is evident from the number of visitors who voted that the show continues to be a popular event in Hertford. Over 100 paintings of a high standard produced by Hertford Art Society members were on display.”

Click here for Members Show page.

Review of 57th Open Exhibition – May 3rd – 16th 2009

There was something for everyone at this year's Open Exhibition. With over 250 paintings and 20 3D works, this Exhibition attracted hundreds of visitors. Running for two weeks each year, the Annual Open Exhibition is a highlight of Hertford’s artistic life.

Stylistic approaches were varied, ranging from the restrained and thoughtful, to the exuberant. The display featured paintings, collage, digital images, prints, sculpture and fused glass. As ever, the works stimulated a lively debate.

2009 Annual Open Exhibition - prizes awarded by The Marquess of Salisbury

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Annual Exhibitions 2010 58th OPEN EXHIBITION - Date: 1st May to 15th May 2010 Held at Cowbridge Halls, Cowbridge, Hertford. Admission FREE. Entry to this exhibition is open to all artists. The Exhibition will feature 2D work in all media, including digital art, as well as sculpture and 3D work. There is no prior submission, all work is handed in between 9:00am and 10:30am on Saturday 24th April for judging. Unselected works to be collected between 4:30pm and 5:30pm that afternoon. Click here for the Submission Form containing full details. Click here for full review of the 2009 Exhibition with Prizewinners. MEMBERS' SHOW - Date: 30th Oct to 31st Oct 2010 Millbridge Rooms, our annual exhibition exclusively for the works by Members of the Hertford Art Society. Admission FREE. Click here for more details. Annual Exhibitions 2009 – Reviews 'Knockout!' so wrote a visitor in the book. Echoed by very many other visitors, the high standard and quality of work was outstanding. 68 members submitted framed paintings, work for the browser and greetings cards. Artworks ranged from exquisite botanical illustrations, figurative images, glorious landscapes and seascapes to abstracts which engaged the imagination. Set in the centre of Hertford, the show attracted hundreds of visitors over the weekend of 30th October to 1st November and, as an annual event, is one of the highlights in Hertford’s calendar. The John Godden Award for the best in Show chosen by the Members "In the corner" by Sandra Edney Lynch The Visitors' Choice Award "Gooseberries" by Karen Murray The May Bennett Award for the best Still Life "Still Life" by Valentin Bezditko Karen Murray’s fine oil painting of ‘Gooseberries’ shows incredible detail in her work of a beautiful blue and white plate and a cluster of gooseberries. Even the tiny feet of the caterpillar can be seen. Of the 289 visitors who voted at Hertford Art Society’s Members Show Karen’s painting received the most votes. Her reward is vouchers donated by Hertfordshire Graphics Ltd, Hertford’s art shop. Karen Murray, Winner of Visitor's Choice, receives prize from Rod Lewis of Hertfordshire Graphics Enid Fairhead, Co-ordinator of the Members Show commented: “We are very grateful to Rod Lewis, Manager of Hertfordshire Graphics for his sponsorship of this prize. It is evident from the number of visitors who voted that the show continues to be a popular event in Hertford. Over 100 paintings of a high standard produced by Hertford Art Society members were on display.” Click here for Members Show page. Review of 57th Open Exhibition – May 3rd – 16th 2009 There was something for everyone at this year's Open Exhibition. With over 250 paintings and 20 3D works, this Exhibition attracted hundreds of visitors. Running for two weeks each year, the Annual Open Exhibition is a highlight of Hertford’s artistic life. Stylistic approaches were varied, ranging from the restrained and thoughtful, to the exuberant. The display featured paintings, collage, digital images, prints, sculpture and fused glass. As ever, the works stimulated a lively debate. 2009 Annual Open Exhibition - prizes awarded by The Marquess of Salisbury		Annual Exhibitions Open Exhibition Spring 2010, 1st to 15th May. Approximately 250 paintings are selected for display from entries from all over Great Britain. This years event is being held at Cowbridge Halls, Cowbridge, Hertford. Admission FREE. Click here for details. Members' Show The 12th Annual Members' Show took place on 30th Oct to 1st Nov 2009 at the Millbridge Rooms, Hertford. This annual exhibition is exclusively for works by Members of the Hertford Art Society. Date for your diary – next year’s Member’s Show will take place on 30th & 31st October 2010 - Venue to be advised.