A peek at some of the
stories in the latest issue
Celebrating Autumn 2025
As well as the fabulous Spotlight On The Art of Giving feature, which highlights a multitude of creative festive gifts, the Autumn issue of ingénu/e has some fascinating interviews. The great opera impresario Ellen Kent talks about her work; and art mentor and founder of Pure Fine Arts, Lesley Samms, discusses her work with Pure and how it came about. Add to that an exciting competition to win tickets to see the Mediaeval Baebes, and your art & culture fix is taken care of!
Read about these and much more in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here
pictured top: - Ellen Kent’s Carmen, The Cigarette Girls; main image: The Mediaeval Baebes, photo Rachel Le Faye; above left: Lesley Samms; above right: Ellen Kent
The Patterson Gallery
at The Lansdowne Hotel, Eastbourne
The Patterson Gallery is situated at Eastbourne’s Lansdowne Hotel, a four-star seafront hotel with amazing views of the south coast. When you visit Patterson Gallery you will find an eclectic collection of art by artists from Kent, Essex, Suffolk, Yorkshire and London, including brand new abstract paintings by local artist Leila Godden, alongside her more traditional seascapes.
See more in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more detailed information, go to www.pattersongallery.co.uk
pictured: by Leila Godden, ‘Dance of the Shells’; ‘Beach Meanders’
ART JUNCTION
Summer School Intensive Workshops and Courses
Are you looking for a new activity to take your mind off all the craziness going on in the world today whether it be world news headlines or just to escape those mundane daily tasks? Perhaps we have the answer? We run weekly ongoing sculpture and life drawing courses all year round that you can join anytime.
For example, five-day workshops in figurative and portrait sculpture; fancy large scale drawing? Try the Draw Big Life Drawing bonanza; two-day workshop in acrylic painting, from figurative to abstract subjects; learn to create, make and take home a garden sculpture of your own design.
For more information read the complete article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and go to www.artjunction.uk where you will find full details.
Roz Nathan
Natural History Art, Courses and Demos
East Sussex-based Roz Nathan’s art practice has a Natural History focus. She takes part in Open Houses regularly.
Roz is also a popular and very experienced tutor, running regular art courses as well as Zoom workshops.
Read much more in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for all details visit www.roznathanart.com and find her on social media @roznathanart
pictured: Marazion Reserve (detail), watercolour and pastel, by Roz Nathan; Students enjoy learning
Catriona Millar’s
Art Class, Eastbourne
There are very few opportunities to learn the traditional techniques of painting, particularly from an acclaimed artist, which makes Catriona Millar’s art class very special. Says Catriona, “We’ve had art students coming to the class to learn the basics of painting which their college no longer teaches. It’s a pleasure to pass them on and help people develop their work.” Catriona’s art class runs every Tuesday 11.00am to 1.00pm in Meads Village Hall, Eastbourne, and is ongoing.
Read the full article in the Spring issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more details go to www.catrionamillar.com
pictured: Catriona Millar and ‘Dawn Chorus’
JESSOPS FARM STUDIOS
Exciting Art Weekends
Jessops Farm Studios have a varied programme of exciting Art Weekends, set in the picturesque countryside of rural Kent – a friendly but intensive workshop experience to set the creative juices flowing.
Some new and inspiring themes will be explored. Cathy Bird and visiting tutors will encourage students to try out some processes they may not have used before along with re-visiting old friends afresh.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information about course dates and details check out www.weekendarting.com
pictured: Students at work in the studio and the gardens
OAST STUDIO
A rich variety of craft workshops
Set in a lovingly converted oast with charming exposed beams and peaceful views across rolling farmland, the Oast Studio offers a wonderful selection of craft workshops, including sewing, crochet, needle felting, basketry, paper flower making, painting and drawing, stained glass, lampshade making, enamelled jewellery and block printing. A a friendly and welcoming ambience, complete with freshly baked treats, is the perfect place to escape the everyday, unwind, and immerse yourself in creativity.
Read the full article in the Spring issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information visit www.oaststudio.co.uk
pictured: felting workshop; the Oast Studio
LCA Stage Academy
For Aspiring Young Performers
Award-winning performing arts school LCA Stage Academy, based in Oxted (Surrey), provides a range of performance classes and workshops in singing, acting and dancing, including technique training, one-to-one sessions and a range of performance opportunities for young performers aged 3-18.
BOOK YOUR FREE TRIAL SESSION! email info@lca-stage.com.
Read the full article in the Spring issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information visit www.lca-stage.com
pictured: LCA students having fun learning
Sarah Duffield
Why Buy Art (especially from a local artist)?
Buying art isn’t just for people with grand staircases - It’s for anyone who wants to bring a splash of personality into their lives. Local art often reflects the place you connect most deeply with and when you support a local artist, you're not just buying something beautiful you’re cheering on someone who's poured their time, talent, and soul into their work.
You can find my work in the Shoreham Art Gallery. It will be hanging alongside work created by a whole host of other, talented, local artists who would all love your support.
Read the full article in the Summer issue of ingénu/e magazine via the link here and for more information visit www.sduffieldart.co.uk
pictured: Sarah Duffield, West Pier Murmurations; Sarah Duffield
THE LIGHTHOUSE GALLERY
A vibrant, welcoming gallery in the heart of Eastbourne
Is it any wonder, living perched on the edge of such a spectacular coastline, that so many of our Lighthouse Gallery artists draw inspiration from it? Lyndsey Smith loves painting en plein air; Jazz the Alchemist produces stunning pieces of fused glass reflecting the sea and shore; Adrian Backshall's driftwood whales and Liz Cottingham's new range of sea glass jewellery are among the treasures at The Lighthouse.
Read more in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more about the gallery and their artists visit @lighthousegalleryeastbourne
pictured: Lyndsey Smith, coastline with lighthouse; Jazz The Alchemist, fused glass panel
the little art gallery
West Wittering, Chichester
A contemporary gallery space between city and sea ‘the little art gallery’ in West Wittering showcases work of all kinds by local artists - from large landscapes and seascapes to small ceramic and enamel treasures.
Currently operating on their winter schedule, their opening times and more information can be found at www.thelittleartgallery.online where examples of their artists’ work can also be seen.
pictured: Shazia Mahmood, Storm over East Head II (detail); ceramic vessels and enamel fish
Nicola Rose, artist
The wild landscape paintings by professional artist Nicola Rose can be found in galleries in the south of England and also as far north as Shetland. Nicola has been painting the land, the sea and the weather for over thirty years. She travels extensively to remote locations, in recent years focusing on Scotland’s northern and western isles.
Read the full article in the Summer 2025 issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information about Nicola and her work go to www.nicolaroseartist.com
pictured: Nicola Rose, Coastal Oil sketch, oil on board; Horse and Dancer
GALLERY@42, Eastbourne
Re-launching 15th November 2025
with ‘Creating Magic’ Exhibition
Gallery@42, the home of Pennie's Pet Portraits, is re-launching after a short hiatus, with an exciting exhibition celebrating all things magical.
See more in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information go to www.galleryat42.co.uk and www.penniespetportraits.co.uk
pictured: Pennie Cunliffe-Lister, Mr Cook’s Pathway; The Enchanted Pool