Double whammy of favourite exhibitions return to the Burton Art Gallery

The Burton Art Gallery is inviting people to visit its popular Friends Annual Open and The Annual Schools exhibitions during the next month.

The galleries at the Bideford venue are bursting with artwork from an array of local talented artists and our next generation of artists.

The Annual Schools Exhibition plays a vital role by nurturing and encouraging the young artists of tomorrow. This year the show has filled gallery one with vibrancy, colour and creativity; celebrating the talents of a next generation of artists.

Work on display for the Annual Schools Exhibition at the Burton

It features hundreds of pieces of work by young people aged from five to 18 who attend local primary and secondary schools.

It is sponsored by North Devon Arts Society and the exhibition encourages young artists to strive for excellence with the opportunity to win prizes for the most innovative and original artwork.

Gallery two showcases The Friends Annual Open exhibition. A firm favourite, the show is organised as a fundraising event by the Friends of the Burton, offering an opportunity for local artists, both amateur and professional, to exhibit alongside each other. It features an eclectic mix of print, paintings, textiles, ceramics and more.

Pictures above: The Friends Annual Open exhibition

The work of the Burton at Bideford is supported by the hard work and enthusiasm of the Friends of the Burton Art Gallery. The Friends are a separate charity that support and enhance the Burton’s work.

Both exhibitions run until April 7 and entry is free, although donations are always appreciated. For more information visit www.burtonartgallery.co.uk.