October 2026 Art Exhibition
Our Annual Art Exhibition, which was held at The Galtres Centre Easingwold on the weekend of the 17th/18thOctober, was an overwhelming success. This year we were so busy with record number of visitors enjoying our exhibition. We are very grateful to the many people who attended and supported us.
The exhibition exceeded all previous records. We featured over fifty artists and two local art groups, displaying a wide range of styles, mediums and subject matter. And welcomed some 600 visitors over the weekend.
We would like to sincerely thank all our volunteers who helped out over the weekend, including the Galtres Centre for setting up the exhibition and the band of Galtre’s volunteers who ran the café. Without them all we wouldn’t have been able to organise such a large event.
We had numerous positive comments about the quality of art for sale. “Incredible range of high class artwork. Something for everyone.” “Such variety of styles, such talent.” Also many people commented about the wonderful, friendly atmosphere, and the welcoming and helpful volunteers.
Artists in Residence
Vicki Davidson
Over the weekend we welcomed Vicki Davidson as Artist in Residence. Her enthusiasm was infectious. She spent the weekend painting, sketching and sharing her inspirations. Her paintings provoked many a happy conversation about her landscapes. The younger visitors took the opportunity to draw with her. We thank Vicki so much for giving her time and expertise.
Outwood Academy & Easingwold Primary
One of the many highlights of the weekend was the Schools’ Exhibition. We had many excited young artists in from Easingwold Primary School, proudly bringing parents with them to admire their self-portraits.
Outwood Academy showcased work from Years 8, 10, 11, 12 and 13. There was a wonderful selection of high quality work, many with a thought provoking message. Nick Cuthbert had the hardest job of all judging the work and, after much deliberation, narrowed it down to five winners. Thank you to all the students who took part.
Best in show 2026
A popular part of the weekend is voting for “Best in Show”. This year’s winner was Vicky Davidson for her hare, ‘Looking Out’. Runner up was Ali Smethurst, ‘Lost Horizons’ and third place went to Alex Jones for ‘Silent Landing’. This year it was a very close run competition with many artists getting a lot of votes spread over several of their paintings. Katie Isaac, Jenny Dalleywater and Catherine Hall all received numerous votes. Thank you to everyone who voted.
Gallery of 2026
As always, we are keen to promote our Friends of EDAS. Your membership aids greatly with the financial costs of holding such a busy exhibition. This additional funding allows us to award prizes, invest in exhibition equipment and helps towards the hire of the facilities over the weekend. Your contribution also supports art in the community.
If you are interested in becoming a Friend you can pick up a leaflet from The Leaping Hare Gallery & Framers on Chapel Street in Easingwold.
You can also visit our friends page or email us at info@easingwoldartsociety.co.uk.
A final mention to Vira, who worked behind the scenes helping us promote the event, her knowledge and skills of all things technical were invaluable. We are already looking forward to next year and thank you so much for your continued support and hope to see you all again.
