The HVA calendar is full of events and exhibitions throughout the year. Most are ‘in-person’ offering a lively atmosphere in which visitors can see the artworks and chat with the artists. A great opportunity to find out more about an artist and their art practice.
One or two of our events are online. These showcase some of our members and the amazing original artwork they create.
Upcoming events run by HVAF
14 January
HVA’s Annual Conference 2025.
We will be returning to Nilands Conference Centre, Bushey, for our 9th Members Conference. On this occasion we will be…
29 to 30 March
We are excited to announce a brand new event offering local exhibiting opportunities for both artists and makers. This is a format that we hope…
Past events run by HVAF
9 to 12 May
Living Crafts Showcase
This spectacular event at Hatfield Park brings together a diverse mix of artisans, craftspeople, and artists in a stunning…
18 to 20 July
One of the major events of our year, the Big Art Fair brings a great buzz to Hitchin Town Hall.
We had 60 artists exhibiting their beautiful…
7 to 28 September
2024 Herts Open Studios
This September, Herts Open Studios returns with 162 artists exhibiting across 77 venues throughout Hertfordshire. This…
2 to 3 November
The Big Makers Fair returns to South Mill Arts, Bishop’s Stortford for the 3rd time this November. A perfect opportunity to get started…
Explore upcoming exhibitions run by our members
Throughout the year, our members take part in many different events in addition to those organised by HVA. We are delighted to share details of those with you here. Please contact the artist directly if you’d like any more information.
Upcoming Exhibitions
Basketmakers’ Association Showcase Marquee.
Demonstrations and exhibition showing traditional and contemporary styles of work in many different materials.
Several makers showing their skills and work. . .
Exhibiting, demonstrating and selling at this lovely family-friendly music festival.
see the Folk by the Oak festival website for further information.
Paula Watkins and myself will be exhibiting Indian Wood block printing, book making alongside our own embroidery and ink paintings . Come and see how India inspires us.
Kimpton Art Show is a fund raising art exhibition of paintings, ceramics, glasswork and jewellery in aid of Kimpton Church.
“Letters to Forever”, a three-week immersive art exhibition, turning over 200 deeply personal letters into visual art installation, sound, scent, video pieces, and performance. Developed and led by. . .
Friendly Arts & Crafts market in village hall MK44 3PU. Homemade cake, teas & coffee available. Free parking in car park or on road. Nearby nice walks to National Trust Dovecote and Danish. . .
Ongoing exhibitions
I am so delighted that I am now being represented by Mardleybury Gallery in Datchworth, Herts.
The display will be changed every few weeks to refresh the view, making it worthwhile to visit the venue. . .
Three HVA artists are running an exhibition at the Broadway Gallery in Letchworth, Nicola Goss, Toni Gates and Sonia Kang.
A collaboration of styles and interpretations, with each artist celebrating. . .
I’m delighted that Mardleybury Gallery Datchworth is representing me. I will be exhibiting for the rest of the year. The display will change regularly to ensure a fresh look.
I will be displaying four original 30cm x 80cm paintings into this exhibition.
Harlow open 2025
Gibberd Gallery, Civic Centre,
THE WATER GARDENS,
College Square,
Harlow,
CM20 1WG.