A joint art exhibition by Lindy Dunbar and Jackie Hurwood
Opening hours -
10.30am - 5pm
She and the Sea: A World Ocean Day Art Exhibition
Explore the beauty and importance of our oceans through the lens of art, celebrating World Ocean Day, at the 'She and the Sea: A World Ocean Day Art Exhibition' at The Crypt in Seaford, East Sussex, from June 8th to June 16th, 2024, open daily 10am - 4.30pm.
Through visual art, the exhibition delves into the challenges facing our seas. It aims to connect audiences with the ocean's threats and explores how artistic expression can catalyse discussions and actions. The exhibition features Brighton-based mixed-media seascape ecofeminist artist Laura Callaghan, alongside curated works from regional artists specialising in ceramics, textiles, and jewellery (Jenny Morrish, Lucy Morrison, Claudia Weatherley) and works from art students from BHASVIC college.
World Ocean Day is an international event, observed annually on June 8th and is a global call to action for the protection and appreciation of our oceans. This year's theme, "Catalysing Action for Our Ocean & Climate," inspires collaborative efforts for a healthier planet and a more just society. The artists believe in the transformative power of both the sea and art in making us feel better. The exhibition focuses on fostering hope and optimism rather than despair, visually symbolising collective efforts toward a better future for our oceans. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with powerful artworks that stimulate dialogue and inspire positive change.
Friday 14th 7pm
SUSSEX UNDERWATER @ The Crypt, Seaford.
Welcome to an immersive experience at the Crypt Gallery in Seaford! Dive into the depths of Sussex's underwater world with our Sussex Underwater team divers. Discover the beauty, mystery and importance of our local aquatic realm through stunning photography and first hand accounts. Get ready to be amazed by the wonders beneath OUR coastline. Join us for an unforgettable journey into SUSSEX UNDERWATER!
Please follow link for tickets
Alongside my waves this year, I'm planning to delve into my imagination and share with you some of my more unique and creative visions. An extension on reality. The exhibition is titled 'Keys to the imagination'. Meaning I would like to offer you the keys to unlock your mind and join me underwater, or in the air, through a moment in history or enter into dream.
Opening times
Thursday 20th - Saturday 25th - 10:30am-4pm
Private view - Friday 21st - 5:30-7:30pm
The Brasspoint Summer Exhibition 2024 is the artwork of the 60 artists on the Brasspoint School of Visual Arts workshops.
Opening times - 11am - 5pm
5 RHYTHMS - KATY OXBORROW
Sat 6th to Sat 13th July 2024
11.00am - 4.30pm daily
An exhibition by Seaford painter Katy Oxborrow, returning for her 3rd Crypt show. 5 Rhythms pays homage to the fundamental components of life; Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space.
3 years in the making, this exhibition highlights a desire to learn from nature; its cycles and rhythms. In the modern world it is easy to lose sight of our natural state of being. Katy explores our connections to the earth and questions what may be possible if we look beyond our perception.
Taking inspiration from writers, philosophers, ancient symbolism and mythology, Katy's art helps her to make sense of the world, and to question what it is to be human.
Newhaven Art Club’s 2024 Exhibition | Original Artworks and Crafts
Newhaven Art Club will be holding its annual exhibition of original artwork and crafts at The Crypt gallery starting 24th July and running until 30th July, 10 am to 4 pm daily. Entry is free of charge. This friendly, well-established club features local artists working in many different media and all artworks displayed are for sale. Visitors to our annual exhibitions at The Crypt have commented how much they enjoyed their visit; we look forward to welcoming you to our 2024 exhibition of our most recent works.
Opening times: 10am - 4pm
A celebration of words, art and music, including open mic poetry, workshops, music performances, story telling/book discussions and artworks.
What’s On -
Mon 15 April and whole week: Artworks by Polly Read and David Allen (plus?).
Tues 16: 2:30 – Scriptwriting workshop with Mischa Frankel Gardiner;
7:30 – Poets Alex Josephy and Janet Sutherland.
Weds 17: 11:00 and 2:30 – Poetry workshops with Rich Hume;
7:30 – Poet Ruth O'Callaghan.
Thurs 18: 7:30 – Poet Peter Martin (with music).
Fri 19: 7:30 – Book launch by Nicholas Royle: 'David Bowie, Enid Blyton and the sun machine'.
Sat 20: 2:00-5:00 - Walking poetry workshop in Arlington with Chris Goode.
Sun 21: 7:30 - Open Mic Poetry evening, with guest poet Susan Evans.
An exhibition of oil paintings by Seaford painter Cecily Tucker, returning for her 4th Crypt show.
Opening hours -
11am-4pm daily
7 professional local artists inspired by our stunning South Downs and Coastline. Artworks by Gill Bustemente, Alicia Tolhurst-Brown, Sarah Duffield, Zizi Stupkova, Stephen Hawkins, Becky Haskol and this years guest artist Chris Schneider.
Opening times -
Private view - Friday 22nd 5:30-7:30pm
Saturday 23rd - Thursday 28th - 10:30am - 4pm
Join the SCIP team this March in celebrating World Book Day, and the relationship between literature storytelling and illustration.
Exhibition
An exhibition of book inspired artworks by professional artists will give you a glimpse into book cover design, and children book illustration. With prints donated by the artists to raise vital funds for the charity.
Artists include Adam Stower, Daisy Hirst, Abigail Hall, Graham Carter, Kate Read, Karl James Mountford, Ed Bettison, Harriet Hobday, Flavia Sorrentino, Sharon King-Chai, Kim Faria, Natalie Smillie.
Opening times - 2nd-16th March | Open Wednesday-Saturday | 10am - 4pm
Free Story Telling in The Arabian Night Reading Room
We have some wonderful guests joining us for some unique story time experiences in our medieval undercroft which is being transformed by the Arabian Tent Company for the event!
For full listing of story telling sessions visit: Story Time at The Book Show
Come and Create: A Fairytale World
A fun free story writing and art workshop for ages 3+ (parents and guardians must remain with all children under 16)
Be part of writing a new fairytale in a fun collaborative storytelling workshop where you create the creatures, characters and magical world in a group led activity. Once the scene has been set and the world imagined, you can help design what your princes and dragons, forests and witches might look like by creating drawings and collages to add to our community fairytale world mural in the gallery.
This workshop is being run in association with Brighton University Creative Writing MA Student Talia Nash.
No need to book simply come along to the session start time, during busy periods you may have to wait for the next session.
For Come and Create session details visit: Come and Create at The Book Show
This is Paint Make Create's second exhibition. Produced by local children aging from 6 to 13, it is a collection of Paintings of their favourite places in the UK, Some wonderful Clay fruit, and also some glow in the dark Stone art.
Opening times - Thursday 4-7pm
Ziza Stupkova is coming back to the Crypt Gallery to share her unique view of the world with her solo exhibition Inspirations. Come to get inspired and boost your own creativity!
Ziza will be holding an open evening and live painting demonstration on Saturday 16th December 5pm - 8pm everyone welcome!
Opening Hours
Tuesday - Sunday 10.30am - 5pm
Saturday live demonstration - 5pm - 8pm
A joint exhibition of paintings, sculptures and children’s books inspired to make ideal presents on the lead up to Christmas by three artists from Firle: Andrea, Jerry and Leonie Shearing.
Opening hours
11.30am - 5pm
We look forward to welcoming you to our Annual Christmas Fair at the Crypt. You will find a collection of inspiring and unique items to purchase, which are all hand-made by local artists and crafters from Seaford and surrounding areas. Please visit us to find that extra special Christmas gift.
Opening times
10am - 4.30pm daily
An exhibition of works from Brasspoint School of Visual Arts
Opening Times
10am - 5pm daily
Last Minute Artists present a Christmas Art Show at the Crypt Gallery, Seaford
Stuff your socks with something special!
Opening hours
10.30am-4.30pm daily
Throughout October we will be filling the gallery with typographical artworks which promote positive thought and celebrate diversity.
Everyone’s journey through this life is different, and this show demonstrates that where ever you look there is help, there is support, there are people who can inspire you to grow, learn, and feel more positive about your life.
A bright bold exhibition designed to inspire and elevate everyone who visits.
Show dates: 13th October - 29th October 2023
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE CLOSED THURSDAY 26TH OCTOBER
Open 10am - 4.30pm on Monday - Saturday
Open 11am - 3.30 on Sundays
Helping create this incredible exhibition will be....Rebecca Strickson | Anthony Burrill | Matt Monday | Ryan Callaghan | David Newton | Boogaloo Stu | David Oku | The Pinky Vision | Matt Joyce | Dave Pop Art | Eddy Bennett | Lazy Disco | Regan Alfie Mott | Emma West | Good Egg Prints | Lauren Morsley | Rude Studio | Bella Gomez | asintended / Clare Somerville-Perkins | Judy Andrews | Will Mower | AJ Higgins | Martyna Makes | Tim Sanders | Josie Jo | Fourfaced Illustration
Judy andrews
rude studio
david oku
Adult Workshop - Drypoint printing Monday 25th September 10am - 1pm.
Following the sell out wood cut printmaking classes in August SCIP are delighted to welcome back established printmaker Helen Brown to The Crypt Gallery.
You will learn drypoint techniques and use a press to print your very own art work. You will be guided through the drypoint process from drawing in to your own print plate to inking up and printing your artwork from start to finish by experienced printmaker Helen Brown. All materials and light refreshment are included. Please let SCIP know of any dietary requirements before the class.
Workshop is approximately 3 hours | £45
Please visit Dry Point - Adult Workshop - SCIP (wearescip.co.uk) to book your place.
PATHWAYS | Artwave 2023
Exploring the different meanings we attach to our journeys through life; PATHWAYS brings together the work of 16 artists in the beautiful Flint gallery and medieval undercroft of The Crypt Gallery in Seaford.
This exhibition will touch on journeys both physical and internal, or transitions, and transformation, through a range of mediums.
Open days and times:
Sat 2- Sun 3 Sept 11-5
Wed 6 -Fri 8 Sept 10.30-4.00
Sat 9- Sun 10 Sept 11-5
Wed 13 -Fri 15 Sept 10.30-4.00
Sat 16- Sun 17 Sept 11-5
Guest artists: Lauren Hayes | Ann D’Arcy Hughes | Kitty McCurdy | Frances Bloomfield | Samantha English | Jo Hathaway | Jane Denman | Jane Palmer Caroline Smith | Angela Harrison
An exhibition of landscape paintings and modern works that reflects the ground we walk on and our primordial place in nature.
Opening hours
10am - 4.30pm
Adult Workshop - Wood block printing
SCIP are delighted to offer the first in a series of adult artworkshops at The Crypt Gallery, and we are kicking off the programme with a masterclass with printmaker Helen Brown.
Learn how to make and print a woodcut, use a press or print by hand. You will be guided through the cutting, inking and printing of your block from start to finish by experienced printmaker Helen Brown.
Workshop is approximatly 3 hours | £45
Book your workshop via eventbright today: Woodcut Printmaking Workshop with Helen Brown 3 hours Tickets, Mon, Aug 14, 2023 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
(all profits go back to supporting SCIP's projects and the Crypt Gallery)
Coastal Compositions
The exhibition features paintings by Andrea and Jerry Shearing and Sarah Colbourne expressing the outstanding coastal landscape between Newhaven and Beachy Head. It also features key points of visual and historic interest in this fascinating stretch of Sussex Downland coast.
In the beautiful, authentic, medieval crypt there’s an exhibition of paintings and poems expressing the haunting ruins of Tide Mills. There will also be regular showings of videos and drone footage capturing the very essence of the downland and coastal landscape featuring Hugh Bonneville to the capturing music of Damian. Alinah Azadeh tells he wonderful stories of the South Downs along with poems by Jerry and Peter Owen Jones.
From Newhaven to Beachy Head
Paintings by Sarah Colbourne, Andrea and Jerry Shearing. In addition there will also be drone videos of the coast accompanied by the music of Damian Montagu with Hugh Bonneville's poetry and Alinah Azadeh's remarkable stories of the Downlands.
Opening times
11.30am - 6pm
Seaford Art Club return to the Crypt with their much anticipated Annual Exhibition.
Opening Hours
21st - 26th July 10am - 4pm
WE ARE SORRY BUT THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL
Visiting master class with Kirsten Norbury from ArtStart who wil be teaching the SCIP Youth members how to do Dry Point Etching.
This workshop is free of charge to attend and includes all the materials thanks to the generouse donation from the Seaford Rotary Club.
Session starts at 10.30, ends around 12:30/1pm - at The Crypt Gallery in Seaford.
To join SCIP Youth you must be 11 - 18 years old. This programme is free of charge and includes all materials.
If you would like to attend this session please email alice@wearescip.co.uk to confirm your place as we will be limited numbers for this one!
You are welcome to bring your own snacks but please note that no nuts are allowed.
Time to Breathe
My artwork this year has explored the healing nature of water. A celebration of our invigorating Coast, Rivers and Lakes.
I would like to not only enjoy my paintings but to also take a moment to experience a truly submersive, sensory experience in the Under Croft.
So take time from your day and enjoy an exhibition that will leave you feeling refreshed, inspired and rejuvenated
Private View - Friday 7th 5.30-7.30pm
Opening times - 10am - 4pm daily
SCIP are proud to present The Vinyl Show, and exhibition of new artworks inspired by songs from past and present!
Expect artworks by some of the UK's best illustrators, designers and artists in an ecelectic bold exhibition with something for everyone to enjoy.
Exhibitors include
Charlotte Farmer | Yuk Fun | Graham Carter | Sam Chivers | Laurie Hastings | Michael Driver | Lizzie Lomax | Tonwen Jones | Cecile Garcia | Gallit Shaltiel | Richard Beacham | Dave Bain | Sam Chivers | Scott Palmer | Lucy Sherston
Pop along and also enjoy our vinyl listening lounge in the undercroft, and come along and design your own song inspired artwork for free in the studio all week!
Open daily 10 - 5 | Sunday 11-3.30
Newhaven Art Club Autumn Exhibition. The Spring exhibition for this long established friendly local art club. The exhibition will feature a selection of members paintings in a wide range of subjects and mediums, both traditional and contemporary in style, at affordable prices.
We open at 18.00 on Wednesday 24th May 2023 with a Special invitation Evening View from 18.00 to 21.00, with refreshments included, to which you are especially welcome and have the opportunity to meet the Artists.
Opening hours
24th May - Private View 6pm - 9pm
25th-30th May - 10am - 4pm
Website - Newhavenartclub.co.uk
Email - newhavenartclub@hotmail.com
An exhibition by Last Minute Artists members, showing a variety of art, crafts and installation - a celebration of the coronation of King Charles III
Opening hours
Monday - Sunday 10 - 4pm
An exhibition of landscape paintings and modern works that reflects the ground we walk on and our primordial place in nature.
Opening hours
Monday - Sunday 10 - 4.30pm
Inviting all poets and poetry lovers to another Open Mic Evening at the Crypt. Our Guest Poet is the fabulous Anna Frearson.
Calling all poets! Come and read your poetry (or simply listen) in the intimate and friendly atmosphere of Seaford's mediaeval undercroft. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or juice as our wordsmiths weave their magic.
Our guest poet this time is the brilliant Anna Frearson. Anna writes:
'I have been writing poetry most of my life. However it's only been the past 5 years or so that I started sharing it more and performing.
I like to surprise, shock, tickle, amuse, touch deeply and tenderly with my poems. I hope they are a stimulus for personal reflection and evoke many emotions. I particularly love rhyming poetry that tells a story.
I have self published my triptych of poems - The Innocence of Being Eve - three poems and a sequel that are very close to my heart.
I also curate the ‘Peoples’ Poet’ page in Lewes News, encouraging local people to share their voice through poetry.'
We’re delighted to welcome Anna to the Open Mic at the Crypt.
7.00 (for 7.30) - 9.30pm
Visit eventbrite to book
Open Mic Poetry Evening at the Crypt Tickets, Sat 1 Apr 2023 at 19:00 | Eventbrite
We are 7 professional local artists celebrating our wonderful South Downs. We have been looking forward to exhibiting together for a while, so we're thrilled to have this opportunity. Our styles vary considerably but with that one common interest, come and view our unique perspective of the rolling downs and coastline.
Artists Ziza Stupkova | Tony Parsons | Stephen Hawkins | Becky Haskol | Gill Bustemante | Sarah Duffield | Alicia Tolhurst-Brown
Opening hours
24th 5.30-7.30 open evening
25th Meet the artists 10.30-4pm
26-30th 10.30-4pm
Join SCIP for our first Showcase exhibition of the year, when we will be exhibiting some stunning artworks by some of Sussex's best loved printmakers and illustrators!
Helen Brown | Graham Carter | Janet Brooke | Lizzie Hillier | Vicky Gomez | Olivia Waller | Michael Driver | Andy Pointon | Helen Holroyd | Heike Rosel & hand printed apparel by Bella & Pheonix
Open 10th - 16th March at The Crypt Gallery | 10am - 5pm (11-3.30 Sunday)
All profits from this exhibition go to supporting SCIP's ongoing youth engagement programmes and free community workshops!
Pop in and Print
Everyone is welcome to pop in and try some printmaking fun on Saturday 11th March! No booking necessary, activity takes between 10 - 30 minutes and is free of charge!
An evening of poetry performance with guest poet Janine Booth
7.00 (for 7.30) - 9.30pm
Follow the link to Eventbrite for your tickets:
Open Mic Poetry Evening Tickets, Sat 18 Feb 2023 at 19:00 | Eventbrite
Sarah Colbourne, Jerry and Andrea Shearing are all passionate about the environment they find themselves in, from the South Downs and coastlines to wanderings in the landscape of Sussex, France and beyond. Each one is a personal reflection and interpretation of locations they regard as special places.
Opening hours
11.30am-6pm daily
This is a debut art exhibition from the primary school aged artists from Paint Make Create. The Art Club !
We will be showing paintings of Seaford from the past, to the present and, using our own vision and imagination, into the future!
The majority of work is from our very own Cradle Hill School, a pool of talent to be rivalled!
These children ARE the future of Seaford, let's see what they have in store for our lovely seaside town!
Opening times - Thursday 5pm-7pm, Friday 4pm-5.30pm
Calling all poets and poetry lovers! A warm welcome (plus tea!) awaits you in the unique and intimate space of Seaford's mediaeval undercroft. Come and read or perform your work, or just listen as our wordsmiths create a spellbinding atmosphere.
Our guest poet is the brilliant Louise E Taylor with her alter ego Iona Jette. Iona confronts life head-on, penning poetry about flannels, stilettos, and bikini-line waxing. That leaves Louise to touch upon love, life, cakes, and rock 'n' roll. Louise will be reading from her first collection, You Can't Cook a Poem Like an Egg! and is currently working on her second one, Ode To a Brussels Sprout and Other Leftover Poems. Louise has performed her stand-up performance poetry at a host of top spoken-word venues, and we're very excited to welcome her to the Crypt. Louise's website address is www.louiseetaylor.com
Venue: The Crypt Gallery, Church Street, Seaford
Date/Time: Saturday 10th December at 4pm
Admission: FREE (donations welcome), includes tea and coffee
Please go to www. Eventbrite.co.uk/e/open-mic-poetry-tickets-443243030837
to register as seating is limited, or email me to reserve a place.
