PAINTINGS, photographs, textiles and sculptures by artists from across the region are among the pieces of work now on display at Art Centre Washington’s newest exhibition.
Spotlight: Washington Open Exhibition 2026 opened on Thursday and showcases the work of 47 artists from across the North East.
Spotlight runs annually and as the name suggests, shines a light on local talent.
Each year, submissions are invited from artists across the region who work in a wide range of mediums, including drawing and painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, glass, moving images and textiles.
It is open to people from all backgrounds and levels of experience, with everyone from amateurs to professionals encouraged to submit their work.
Each year features a different theme and this year, organisers asked artists to work on the theme of ‘Belonging’.
The exhibition not only gives the artists the chance to have their work seen, it gives them the opportunity to sell pieces if they wish.
This year’s exhibition features a host of great work, with many inspirational and thought provoking stories behind the pieces. Each work has an information card displayed alongside it, with information on the artist and what inspired the piece.
When the exhibition draws to a close in the New Year, an overall winner will be chosen by a panel from the Art Centre, rating the work on the interpretation of the theme, ambition of the artistic approach and comments left by visitors.
The winner will be announced in early January and will get the chance to have their own exhibition in Art Centre Washington’s gallery space.
Spotlight runs until Saturday, January 16, admission is free. For further information, visit the Art Centre Washington website.
