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Imara We support young people and their families in Nottingham following a disclosure of sexual and domestic abuse.

Imara is a specialist service that support children, young people and their families following a disclosure of child sexual abuse. Our referrals are received directly from the East Midlands Children and Young People Sexual Assault Service and we support our clients from a Legal, Advocacy and Therapeutic perspective. We also work closely with all the agencies involved in safeguarding children and young people to ensure everyone has comprehensive, relevant, and up to date information. Imara aims to promote the recovery of children, young people and their families after a disclosure or discovery of child sexual abuse, by offering early intervention in the form of:

- Information, advice and consistent contact throughout the judicial process
- Specialist assessment an referral on to appropriate support agencies and access to pre-trial therapy
- Support with education, health, housing and financial concerns

We aim to provide specialist support and relevant information in a sensitive and responsive way and thus empower children, young people and their families.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Mary Yacoob 📐✨We are extraordinarily honored to feature London-based visual artist Mary Yacoob!A gra...
17/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Mary Yacoob 📐✨
We are extraordinarily honored to feature London-based visual artist Mary Yacoob!

A graduate of Central Saint Martins and recipient of the Arts Council England award, Mary creates intricate, high-concept artworks at the mesmerising intersection of art and science. By reinterpreting the visual languages of architectural blueprints, cartography, engineering schematics, and geometric diagrams, she transforms rigid technical systems into immersive, mysterious cyphers for the imagination.

Her work is featured in prominent institutional collections, including University College London (UCL), with her original drawings fetching up to €698 (~£585) at international auctions.

Works by Mary Yacoob have been generously donated to Imara's charity auction from the collection of Ivan Jones.

🖼️ Featured Artwork 1: 'Schema 16'
Description: An intricate, high-concept limited edition print exploring geometric structure and visual data (Edition 2/30). (Prints from this collection routinely sell for £220)

Medium: Limited Edition Print

Dimensions: 34 x 47 cm

Recommended Price: £160

👉 Place your bid on 'Schema 16' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/mary-yacoob

🖼️ Featured Artwork 2: 'Schema 17'
Description: A compelling, detailed companion piece capturing the beauty of structural schematics and diagrammatic art (Edition 4/30). (Prints from this collection routinely sell for £220)

Medium: Limited Edition Print

Dimensions: 34 x 47 cm

Recommended Price: £160

👉 Place your bid on 'Schema 17' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/mary-yacoob

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of securing one of Mary’s sought-after limited edition prints, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds directly fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Explore the full digital gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🌐 Connect with the Artist:

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🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Ines Malato Fernandes 🌈✨We are thrilled to feature Nottingham-based visual artist Ines Malato Fernan...
17/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Ines Malato Fernandes 🌈✨
We are thrilled to feature Nottingham-based visual artist Ines Malato Fernandes!

Ines is dedicated to creating accessible and impactful art, using her practice to drive social responsibility and raise awareness for underrepresented communities across Nottingham. Her deeply thoughtful work seeks to bring peace, self-expression, and meaningful creative connection.

Ines has generously donated three original artworks to our Charity Art Auction:

🖼️ Featured Artwork 1: 'Hope in Blossom'
Description: A poignant piece capturing the strength and power of hope amidst surrounding chaos. Designed to convey peace, calmness, and the belief that the voice of every child matters.

Medium: Acrylics and Watercolours

Dimensions: 16 x 20 cm

Recommended Price: £40

👉 Place your bid on 'Hope in Blossom' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/ines-malato-fernandes

🖼️ Featured Artwork 2: 'Willow Tree'
Description: A beautiful, eco-conscious mixed-media artwork inspired by nature's quiet strength and adaptability.

Medium: Recycled watercolours, pens, and acrylics

Dimensions: 24 x 19 cm

Recommended Price: £35

👉 Place your bid on 'Willow Tree' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/ines-malato-fernandes

🖼️ Featured Artwork 3: 'Hope Blossoming'
Description: A smaller companion canvas channeling the same message of resilience, tranquility, and amplifying the voices of children.

Medium: Acrylics and Watercolours

Dimensions: A5 Canvas

Recommended Price: £20

👉 Place your bid on 'Hope Blossoming' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/ines-malato-fernandes

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of taking home one of Inês’s uplifting originals, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Explore the full gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🌐 Connect with the Artist:

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Available to view in person at Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery between Monday 26 Oct and Sunday 1 Nov 10am-6pm.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Michael Abrams ❤️✨We are extraordinarily honoured to feature celebrated contemporary British artist ...
17/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Michael Abrams ❤️✨
We are extraordinarily honoured to feature celebrated contemporary British artist Michael Abrams!

Michael’s inspiring journey saw him transition from working as a forklift driver while illustrating greeting cards by night to becoming a full-time studio artist in 1990. Since then, his emotionally resonant style has won global acclaim-from international exhibitions in New York and designing a ceramics collection for Wedgwood, to releasing two illustrated books with HarperCollins.

His renowned gallery work features both his bold Bod series and his warmly comic, bowler-hatted figures Ted and Rose-a pair inspired by René Magritte and the quiet elegance of Downton Abbey.

Michael's magnificent framed limited edition print has generously been donated to our Charity Art Sale:

🖼️ Featured Artwork: 'The World is Ours'
Description: A striking, heartwarming limited edition piece capturing Michael’s iconic charm and timeless sense of connection.

Medium: Limited edition print (Framed)

Dimensions (Framed): 74 x 84 cm

Recommended Price: £220

👉 Place your bid on 'The World is Ours' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/michael-abrams

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of securing this incredible framed print by a internationally renowned artist, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Browse the full gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Greb Comics 🎨✨We are super excited to feature the wonderful comic artist and creator behind Greb Com...
17/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Greb Comics 🎨✨
We are super excited to feature the wonderful comic artist and creator behind Greb Comics!

Founded in 2019 with a simple and lovely mission: to create fun, silly, and heart-warming comics that bring people instant joy! Greb’s playful characters and vibrant style are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.

Greb Comics has generously donated four original acrylic canvas paintings to our Charity Art Sale:

🖼️ Featured Artwork 1: 'Greb on TV'
Description: A fun, original acrylic painting featuring Greb's signature playful style!

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Dimensions: 15 x 21 cm

Recommended Price: £125

👉 Place your bid on 'Greb on TV' here:
https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/greb-comics

🖼️ Featured Artwork 2: 'Greb in the w**e'
Description: A silly and vibrant original canvas that packs plenty of character and charm.

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Dimensions: 15 x 21 cm

Recommended Price: £125

👉 Place your bid on 'Greb in the w**e' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/greb-comics

🖼️ Featured Artwork 3: 'Moon and Star'
Description: A whimsical original acrylic canvas bringing celestial sweetness to life.

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Dimensions: 15 x 15 cm

Recommended Price: £100

👉 Place your bid on 'Moon and Star' here:
https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/greb-comics

🖼️ Featured Artwork 4: 'Sun'
Description: A bright, joyful original painting radiating warmth and happy vibes!

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Dimensions: 15 x 15 cm

Recommended Price: £100

👉 Place your bid on 'Sun' here:
https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/greb-comics

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of taking home one of these unique Greb originals, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families in Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Explore the full gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

Available to view in person at Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery between Monday 26 Oct and Sunday 1 Nov 10am-6pm.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Brian FFWIH 🛹✨We are thrilled to feature Nottingham illustrator and visual artist Brian (FFWIH)!Expl...
16/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Brian FFWIH 🛹✨
We are thrilled to feature Nottingham illustrator and visual artist Brian (FFWIH)!

Exploring humorous everyday observations, playful pseudonyms, and character invention, Brian’s practice taps into the child-like, intrinsic joy of making art. Experimenting across various media, his work brings a fresh, witty, and distinctive energy to galleries and print.

Brian has generously donated four individual original hand-designed skateboard decks (sold separately) to our Charity Art Auction:

🖼️ Featured Artworks: 'Skateboards' Series (Pink, Purple, Green & Blue)
Description: Original, hand-designed skateboard art decks featuring Brian's signature playful illustrative style. Available in 4 vibrant colours (Pink, Purple, Green, Blue) sold individually as separate auction lots! (Note: Decks only, wheels not included).

Medium: Custom hand-painted / designed skateboard deck

Dimensions: 50 x 20 cm

Recommended Price: £50 each

👉 Place your bid on the 'Skateboards' series here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/brian-ffwih

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of securing one (or more!) of these unique original decks, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Browse all available auction lots and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🌐 Connect with the Artist:

Instagram: .f.w.i.h

Available to view in person at Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery between Monday 26 Oct and Sunday 1 Nov 10am-6pm.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Helen Kerry ✨We are delighted to feature oil painter and Fellow of the Nottingham Society of Artists...
16/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Helen Kerry ✨
We are delighted to feature oil painter and Fellow of the Nottingham Society of Artists, Helen Kerry!

Working out of her art studio in Sherwood, Helen paints primarily in an impressionistic style, taking inspiration from local landscapes, the beauty of the natural world, light, and atmosphere. Her work beautifully captures fleeting moments and gentle play of light.

Helen has generously donated a gorgeous framed original oil painting to our Charity Art Sale:

🖼️ Featured Artwork: 'French Doorway'
Description: A warm, serene impressionistic painting depicting sunlight softly falling across an open doorway and steps, framed by lush blossoms and foliage.

Medium: Oil on canvas (Framed)

Dimensions (Framed): 16" x 12" (approx. 40 x 30 cm)

Recommended Price: £150

👉 Place your bid on 'French Doorway' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/helen-kerry

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of taking home Helen’s captivating original, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families in Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Explore the full gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🌐 Connect with the Artist:

Instagram: helenkerry58

Available to view in person at Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery between Monday 26 Oct and Sunday 1 Nov 10am-6pm.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Coco Qian 🐱💕✨Here are more lovely cat pieces for global cat day! We are excited to feature talented ...
16/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Coco Qian 🐱💕✨

Here are more lovely cat pieces for global cat day! We are excited to feature talented concept artist and digital illustrator Coco Qian!

Originally from Chengdu, China, Coco is an experienced concept artist specialising in character design, environments, and graphic design using Photoshop and Blender. She has contributed to high-profile commercial game projects - including 'Harry Potter: Magic Awakened' - and brings a charming, anime-inspired aesthetic to her personal art, which lovingly focuses on cute cats and heartwarming narratives!

Coco has generously donated two framed digital art prints to our Charity Art Sale:

🖼️ Featured Artworks: 'Cat Lover' Series (Two Available)
Description: A sweet, romantic story brought to life through adorable feline characters in Coco's signature whimsical digital anime style. (Two separate framed prints available as individual auction lots!)

Medium: Digital illustration / Photoshop (Framed Print)

Dimensions (Framed): 28 x 28 cm

Recommended Price: £60 each

👉 Place your bid on 'Cat Lover' or 'Cat Lover 2' here:
https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/coco-qian

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of bringing home one of Coco’s charming framed cat prints, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Explore the full digital gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🌐 Connect with the Artist:
Instagram:

Available to view in person at Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery between Monday 26 Oct and Sunday 1 Nov 10am-6pm.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Evgenia Smirnova 🐈‍⬛🌕✨Happy Global Cat Day! 🐱💜 To celebrate, today’s Artist Spotlights kick off with...
16/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Evgenia Smirnova 🐈‍⬛🌕✨
Happy Global Cat Day! 🐱💜 To celebrate, today’s Artist Spotlights kick off with contemporary painter and watercolor artist Evgenia Smirnova!

Born in Saint Petersburg and based in Italy, Evgenia developed her artistic practice in Sicily studying under painter Salvo Coglitori before completing the Mastery Program at the Milan Art Institute. Her work combines poetic imagery with an intuitive approach to color, creating dreamlike environments that explore solitude, freedom, and the quiet beauty between reality and imagination.

Evgenia has generously donated a mesmerising original artwork to our Charity Art Sale:

🖼️ Featured Artwork: 'The Midnight Visitor'
Description: A black cat emerges from a forest washed in luminous watercolor blooms, where moonlight softens every edge and silence becomes visible. A comforting, dreamlike piece that invites imagination to take over.

Medium: Mixed Media / Watercolor on paper (Unframed)

Dimensions: 38 x 56 cm

Recommended Price: £400

👉 Place your bid on 'The Midnight Visitor' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/evgenia-smirnova

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of taking home Evgenia’s captivating original, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Explore the full gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🌐 Connect with the Artist:

Instagram: .artpainting

Available to view online only - postage will be arranged with artist.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Anne Wilson 🪷✨We are delighted to feature Singaporean amateur painter Anne Wilson! Anne practiced Ch...
15/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Anne Wilson 🪷✨

We are delighted to feature Singaporean amateur painter Anne Wilson! Anne practiced Chinese Brush Painting for over two decades alongside a close community of artists, learning under the guidance of renowned wildlife painter Mr Chew. Her practice balances traditional Asian paper techniques with rich experimentation in texture, tone, and botanical form.

Anne has generously donated three exquisite original paintings (including two with bespoke handmade wooden frames) to our Charity Art Sale:

🖼️ Featured Artwork 1: 'Lotus in bloom'
Description: A breathtaking, large-scale delicate watercolour painting on traditional rice paper, presented in a bespoke handmade wooden frame.

Medium: Watercolour on rice paper (Custom Wood Frame)

Dimensions: 114 x 65 cm

Recommended Price: £150

👉 Place your bid on 'Lotus in bloom' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/anne-wilson

🖼️ Featured Artwork 2: 'Sunflowers'
Description: A vibrant botanical study exploring watercolour techniques on Thai handmade paper, complete with a custom handmade frame crafted from reclaimed wood.

Medium: Watercolour on handmade paper (Custom Wood Frame)

Dimensions: 53 x 40 cm

Recommended Price: £80

👉 Place your bid on 'Sunflowers' here:https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/anne-wilson

🖼️ Featured Artwork 3: 'House by the lake'
Description: A peaceful, atmospheric piece showcasing rich textures created on unique handmade paper sourced in Thailand.

Medium: Watercolour on handmade paper

Dimensions: 53 x 40 cm

Recommended Price: £80

👉 Place your bid on 'House by the lake' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/anne-wilson

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of securing one of Anne’s serene originals, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and support services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Browse the full digital gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

Available to view in person at Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery between Monday 26 Oct and Sunday 1 Nov 10am-6pm.

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Fiona Allen 🖤✨We are deeply honored to feature Matlock-based contemporary artist Fiona Allen!Fiona’s...
15/10/2026

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Fiona Allen 🖤✨
We are deeply honored to feature Matlock-based contemporary artist Fiona Allen!

Fiona’s compelling work combines expressive mark-making, structured lines, and written words to explore themes of power, control, love, and identity. Balancing structure with spontaneous freedom, her practice delves into suppressed emotions and memories, creating deeply personal and evocative art.

Fiona has generously donated a powerful original canvas to our Charity Art Sale:

🖼️ Featured Artwork: 'I need you to hold me'
Description: A raw, expressive canvas exploring themes of connection, vulnerability, and emotional resonance. (Photo credit: Will Slater)

Medium: Acrylic and emulsion on canvas

Dimensions: 60 x 65 x 2 cm

Recommended Price: £400

👉 Place your bid on 'I need you to hold me' here: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction/fiona-allen

💡 How to Bid
Our sale is an online silent auction, which means submitted bids are kept private. To give yourself the best chance of taking home Fiona’s striking original work, please bid the maximum amount you would be willing to pay!

100% of proceeds help fund Imara’s specialist, trauma-informed therapy and advocacy services for children, young people, and families across Nottinghamshire. 💜

📲 Browse the full digital gallery and place your bids today: https://imaranottingham.wixsite.com/imara-art-auction

🌐 Connect with the Artist:
Instagram: .allen

Available to view in person at Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery between Monday 26 Oct and Sunday 1 Nov 10am-6pm.

Address

202 Mansfield Road
Nottingham
NG13HX

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441157526083

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