The Croydon Art Society

The Croydon Art Society The Croydon Art Society is believed to be one of the oldest Art Societies in England, outside of London. We hope you enjoy our page!
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A friendly, professional Art Society with regular exhibitions and meetings. EXHIBITIONS
The Society has held an annual exhibition for over one hundred years. In recent years the Society has also staged additional exhibitions of members’ work in Croydon, Dorking, East Grinstead and Bromley. Throughout the years, exhibitions have also been held in London Galleries, Building Societies, Banks and in C

ompany offices. Individual members of the Society have also staged highly successful solo exhibitions, locally and nationally. Many of the members also exhibit their work on a regular basis in major London Exhibitions, including:

The Pastel Society
The Society of Wildlife Artists
The Royal Watercolour Society
The Royal Society of Marine Artists
The Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours
The Society of Graphic Fine Art
The Society of Women Artists
The Society of Botanical Artists
The Armed Forces Art Society
The United Society of Artists
The Wapping Group
The Royal Society of British Artists
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters
The Society of Feline Artists

MEETINGS
Typical evenings throughout the year:

Demonstrations
Demonstrations are frequently given by well known professional artists as well as by equally qualified members from within the Society. Subject matter and media are wide ranging and are designed to cover all tastes. Talks and Slide Shows
Many enjoyable evenings have been held over the years and as well as talks on famous artists there have been interesting talks and slide shows on many subjects to suit all tastes. Criticisms
Members are encouraged to bring their work along on criticism evenings where a guest critic will give constructive comments. Practical Evenings
Life models, portrait models, costume models and still life subjects are available for drawing and painting sessions. Though not a teaching Society, help and advice is readily available from the more experienced artists present. Please note visitors are not allowed at practical evenings. Social Occasions
Social 'get-togethers' are held throughout the year. These have ranged from painting outings to quiet luncheon parties to evening functions with entertainment. If you would like further information, please visit our website : http://www.croydonartsociety.org.uk/home

12/06/2026

Today we have lost a Legend from the Art World.

Rip David Hockney, thank you for opening doors and bringing happiness through your Art.

I wanted to share this. It’s a piece by John Shackell, he was at Sutton Art School with me when we started at 15. Nine o...
01/06/2026

I wanted to share this. It’s a piece by John Shackell, he was at Sutton Art School with me when we started at 15. Nine of us kept in touch ever since (64 years). Along the way we lost two, one to myeloma and one to Bangkok (the place not the medical emergency).
Of the seven left, five of us are still busy with art and two are avid gallery visitors.
Aren’t we lucky that we do something where we can continually improve and enjoy our subject regardless of age, provided the faculties remain.
PS No Ai involved, it’s airbrush I believe. Neil

Teresa Hoy has just re-joined CAS (welcome back) and this wonderfully expressive mixed media showcases her experimental ...
31/05/2026

Teresa Hoy has just re-joined CAS (welcome back) and this wonderfully expressive mixed media showcases her experimental style using collage, painted papers and acrylic and wax layering.

Alcohol Ink is such a fun medium to use and this is Jill Lawton's 'Creatures at Sea', full of inky goodness!
30/05/2026

Alcohol Ink is such a fun medium to use and this is Jill Lawton's 'Creatures at Sea', full of inky goodness!

'To the one I love' by June Lloyd - another expressive and exciting picture by June, adding to the raft of CAS members w...
28/05/2026

'To the one I love' by June Lloyd - another expressive and exciting picture by June, adding to the raft of CAS members who push the envelope with their art.

Experiments in  distress Ink and mixed media by Jennie Grover.  CAS has a growing reputation for experimental work by it...
28/05/2026

Experiments in distress Ink and mixed media by Jennie Grover. CAS has a growing reputation for experimental work by its members - we're not all about oils and watercolour!

24/05/2026

Member and tutor gives us a demo on making a fun watercolour background technique.

Croydon Art Society is always open to new member applications.  If you’re professional, amateur or hobbyist and would li...
23/05/2026

Croydon Art Society is always open to new member applications. If you’re professional, amateur or hobbyist and would like to join our society please go to the link in our bio and look through the process. We have regular meetings, speakers in person and via zoom call, practical evenings, critiques, annual exhibitions and social gatherings.

‘High Summer’ by Linda Wallis in oils, captures such a great start to the bank holiday weekend with this weather.       ...
22/05/2026

‘High Summer’ by Linda Wallis in oils, captures such a great start to the bank holiday weekend with this weather.

Address

Shirley Methodist Church Halls 2 Eldon Avenue
Croydon
CR08SD

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