Oxfordshire Artweeks 2026... I'm in!
- Louise Brook
- Jan 25
- 3 min read
I am excited to announce that I will be participating in Oxfordshire Artweeks again this year, opening my studio to welcome visitors in May 2026.
From my previous experience flying solo last year and, prior to that, as part of a collective with Church Lane Gallery, I know that the Oxfordshire Artweeks festival creates a real buzz. A huge number of art lovers dedicate time in May to explore the art trails and meet the artists, so I am thrilled to to be participating again.
My Artweeks Plans... the early details
The festival in my part of the county (North & West Oxfordshire) runs from the 9th to 17th of May.
My venue is confirmed as Number 237 and full details for all of the artists participating will be available on the Oxfordshire Artweeks website in February.
My working studio in Middleton Cheney will be open from Saturday 9th of May to Sunday 17th May from 10am-4pm, closed Sunday 10th May.
I will be on hand throughout to welcome visitors and talk about my practice, process and inspiration. There will be the opportunity to see my working studio and works in progress, as well as to see an exhibition of finished artwork in my home.
I will be showcasing works from my entire portfolio, ranging from bold mixed media abstracts to vibrant wildlife, so there really will be something for everyone to enjoy. Original artwork and affordable artwork merchandise (including prints, mugs, coasters, greetings cards and more) will be available to purchase and, with easy parking and home made refreshments (including cake!), you will definitely be made to feel most welcome.
A Local Trail...
Further to the success of the Banbury & Villages Trail Map that I designed for the area last year, plans are afoot to create a similar Trail Map for 2026. Once again I am looking forward to being involved in this project, which gives me a great opportunity to work in close collaboration with other local artists and venues, and which will providing visitors with a fantastic leaflet and ideas to get the most out of an arty day in the area.
Watch this space for further blog updates on everything Artweeks related!
About Oxfordshire Artweeks 2026 2025
From 2nd to 25th May 2026, over a thousand artists, makers and designers will exhibit and demonstrate in artists' studios, pop-up galleries, glorious gardens, ancient churches, Oxford Colleges and hundreds of other interesting venues. Just drop-in and explore for free.
Chat about painting, photography, textiles, sculpture and ceramics; discover woodworking, glass art, mosaics and jewellery, and be intrigued by contemporary installations and multidisciplinary practice. Be inspired, entertained and surprised, and choose a treasure to take home with you!
Each week of the festival is different
South Oxfordshire 2nd -10th May (4th May Bank Holiday)
North & West Oxfordshire 9th -17th May
Oxford City May 16th-25th (25th May Bank Holiday)
You will be able to see full details of all the venues in February, and explore by artist, media, location and more. We will also have a on-line Spring Show and hundreds of artist portfolios in our Art Showcase to help you choose. Alternatively you will be able to flick through the e-guide (with a list of maps of local art trails) or download the festival guide as a pdf. Visit https://www.artweeks.org/
Oxfordshire Artweeks is the UK’s oldest and biggest artist open studios & pop-up exhibition event.
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