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Art & Color 365

2024 Pastels Competition

After submitting 3 pieces to The Art and Color 365 Pastels competition, I recieved information that 'Majesty in Motion' had won 3rd place



Art & Color 365

2024 Still Life Competition

A few months ago I decided to submit 3 pieces of artwork to the Art & Color 365 2024 Still Life Competition

I was so happy when they announced that one of my pieces 'Better to be Safe' (pastel version) was awarded Artistic Recognition. I recieved a certificate and my artwork is in the Magazine. Also my artwork will be included in the online art exhibition for the competition at The exhibition stays live for one year. Better to be Safe Better to be Safe Better to be Safe


Charity Artwork Auction- Association of Animal Artists UK

1st - 31st August 2024

This year it's our biggest auction yet with 102 pieces of original art helping us raise money for our amazing 2024 charity partner: Secret World Wildlife Rescue

All artworks have been very kindly donated by our members, and all proceeds from this auction will be donated to Secret World Wildlife Rescue, along with a percentage of exhibition art sales, at the end of the year.

It's the perfect way to treat yourself to something unique, AND support the animals in the artwork you win too! AAA Charity Auction



The SAA Artists of 2024 Competition

'Windows to the Soul' made it through to the final!!!!
Poster Poster

So after entering into the competition with my two paintings 'Golden Cheeks' and 'Windows to the Soul' I was so pleased to be on the longlist with 'Windows' only to find out that it had made it to the shortlist and then the final. I am absolutely over the moon as out of 1900 entries my portrait made it to the top 100 finalists, which means that I will be exhibiting At the exhibition in Octover of this year.

Celebrating its remarkable 30th-year milestone, the SAA Artists of the Year competition has been a beacon for creativity, drawing in a staggering 25,000 entries over the past six years alone. From novices taking their first brushstrokes to seasoned professionals, the competition embraces all levels of artistic ability.

Exhibition

Mark your calendars - the SAA is thrilled to announce the exceptional Artists of the Year exhibition is returning to the Nottingham Society of Artists from October 1st to 6th 2024.
Prepare to be mesmerised by a curated selection of up to 100 captivating works of art, showcasing the pinnacle of artistic excellence from the challenge.

Exhibiting artists will also be invited to join us for an exclusive private view of the exhibition and award ceremony on Friday 4th October, where we'll honour the extraordinary talent and creativity on display. It's an event you won't want to miss!

Prizes will be awarded as follows:
Best in category awards
  • Wildlife: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
  • Abstract or Experimental: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
  • Land, Sea & City: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
  • Still Life & Botanical: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
  • People: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
People's Choice Award – voted for by your fellow SAA members Plus! The 1st place category winners for Wildlife; Abstract or Experimental; Land, Sea & City; Still Life & Botanical; and People will be entered into The Cass Art Prize 2024, for the chance to win £10,000 cash, and will also be invited to exhibit their winning work in The Cass Art Prize 2024 group exhibition at Copeland Gallery, 133 Copeland Rd, Peckham, London SE15 3SN, from 8th – 16th November 2024 with a Private View on 7th November.For more information, about The Cass Art Prize, go to:


Sketch For Survival - Explorers against Extinction Competition

May 2024 NEW UPDATE

'A Lemurs Cry' was chosen to be exhibited in the 100 finalists of the competition. Being a finalist means that your work will join the wider On the Edge exhibition this autumn which includes dates in Edinburgh and London and the work of some very prestigious artists.

Only 100 pieces of artworks was chosen for various exhibitions. That will raise awareness and funds for different projects. The artworks feature species listed on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List – the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. Most have a categorisation of Vulnerable, Endangered or Critically Endangered which means they face a high risk of extinction in the wild. Peoples Vote is now open, to vote, please follow the link: For the list of the 100 finalists click here:

Sketch for Survival helps to raise vital awareness about species extinction and biodiversity loss while also raising funds for projects around the world. artworks feature species listed on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List – the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. Most have a categorisation of Vulnerable, Endangered or Critically Endangered which means they face a high risk of extinction in the wild. Explorers Against Extinction is a registered UK conservation charity (No 1177505.) We work to recover key species and restore ecosystems. For more information about the work that Explorers against Extinction do, visit - A Lemurs CryA Lemurs Cry



The Alwani Exhibition 2024

4 June - 21 June 2024

The Daydream

This was held from the 4 June - 21 June 2024 at the Gustavo Bacaristas gallery in Gibraltar. There are lots of paintings and photography on display in this lovely exhibition hall.

Gallery of photos from the launch day



Art Space Gibraltar

Exhibition 12 -15 June 2024- The old Police Station, Gibraltar

A while ago I submitted a pdf highlighting a few pieces of my work to Art Sppace to be considered for their gallery. I was very f0rtunate to have been successful. and so will have a few pieces of artwork on display at the gallery. The launch party will take place on the 11th June, so I am very much getting excited.


A bit about Art Space

Art Space is a contemporary art gallery with its headquarters based in Gibraltar, the British Iberian Peninsula situated in the south of Spain. Showcasing a plethora of renowned artists of our time the Art Space gallery is quintessentially Modernist and embraces new forms of art which break free from local traditions. One can visit the works of renowned contemporary artists of our time, such as Tony Hinchliffe and Mark Purllant among others. With a rotating monthly exhibition, Art Space strives to bring the best of the international art stage to Gibraltar, whilst bilaterally introducing local talent worldwide by opening the doors to a new contemporary art vision.



Stalker Stalker Stalker

Gallery of photos from the launch day 11/6/2024



Exhibition

'WILD AND WONDERFUL'

1 - 30 April 2024 at the Tourist office, Mijas Pueblo, Costa del Sol


Poster
My first solo exhibition took place in Mijas Pueblo on the Costa del Sol. This is the first time that I have had exhibited in Spain and hopefully not the last one The launch was on Monday 1 April at 1pm where the Deputy Mayor for Culture and tv crew , Mijas Communication was there. I was interviewed for the local television channel and had lots of photos taken.
It was such a fabulous afternoon and I am still floating on my cloud.

A variety of 12 paintings are on view and for sale at the exhibition and on every piece there will be a QR code which will take you to my website

The news report can be found here:

Click on poster to enlarge

I am so happy to say that my cheetah portrait 'Watching and waiting' has found it's forever home. Purchased at the 'Wild and Wonderful Exhibition'

Gallery of photos from the launch day



Competition - March 2024

The Society of Women Artists 163rd Annual Exhibition

The Daydream SWA Logo


Just in the nick of time I managed to submit an entry to this competition. I was'nt going to go ahead but thought, life is too short so why not. I submitted 'The Daydream' which is Pastel on Pastelmat paper and the size is 40 x 30 cm . Unfortunately my picture wasnt selected.



Competition - February 2024

The David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year

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My two entries are: 'Radiant Soul' 40 x 30 cm Pastel on Pastelmat paper and 'Hope' 25 x 33 cm Pastel on Pastelmat Paper

This is a prestigous event run every year which is open to artists worldwide. Since its inception in 2008, DSWF Wildlife Artist of the Year has raised just under £2 million to benefit their conservation work across Africa and Asia.I entered in 2022 and my 'Captive Dragon' Portrait was one of the finalists in the online exhibitions.

Unfortunately my two entries did not get accepted - 'Radiant Soul' my Orangutan portrait, which was a challenge to portray the fur (colour and the amount of hairs)and 'Hope' My little baby Iberian Lynx portrait. I wanted to represent Spain, where I live, by producing this portrait.I chose the Iberian Lynx as a subject because it is on the endangered species list and wanted to represent something that was native of Spain, the Iberian Peninsula, where I have been living for 24 years. The babies are actually called Kits. In the 20th century, the Iberian lynx population had declined because of overhunting, poaching, fragmentation of suitable habitats, and the population decline of its main prey species, the European rabbit. By the turn of the 21st century, the Iberian lynx was on the verge of extinction, as only 94 individuals survived in two isolated subpopulations in Andalusia in 2002. Conservation measures have been implemented since then, which included improving habitat, restocking of rabbits, translocating, reintroducing and monitoring Iberian lynxes. By 2012, the population had increased to 326 individuals and recently, 1,668 in May of 2023.



Society News - January 2024

The Pastel Guild of Europe

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So as 2023 was drawing to an end, I decided it was time to join a new art society, so after a it of research I came across a lovely society concentrating on pastel artists. I applied on New Years Eve and was accepted as an Associate member the following day. I'm very excited at the prospect on entering the monthly Get Dusty competitions, which will, I'm sure keep me on my toes!


October 2023

The Claire Yates Art Online Shop was launched
Me

I produced a series of four Winter Greeting Cards which were the first products to be sold on my new online Shopify Store.


Past Exhibitions and Events

  • 12 -15 June 2024 Art Space Gibraltar Art fair Exhibition - The old Police Station, Gibraltar
  • 1 - 30 April 2024 at the Tourist office, Mijas Pueblo, Costa del Sol
    'Wild and Wonderful - Animal portraits in pastel
  • 19th November 2023
    Alzeimer and Dementia Support Group Craft Fayre - Here I had a table exhibiting my Pet Portraits and selling my Winter Greeting Cards
  • 8th May 2022 - 15th May 2022
    Association of Animal Artists UK - Spring Exhibition Castle Park Arts Centre, Castle Park, Frodsham WA6 6SE (online)
  • 16th October 2021 - 5th December 2021
    Wolverhampton Society of Artists Autumn Exhibition 2021 - Wolverhampton Art Gallery
  • 15th April 2021 - 15th May 2021
    Broadway Arts Festival. I had two pieces of work for sale on the online Selling Exhibition of Broadway Arts Festival
  • Online Exhibition 2020
    Broadway Arts Festival. I had two pieces of work for sale on the online Selling Exhibition of Broadway Arts Festival
  • 2nd September - 30th September 2020
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society held their Autumn Exhibition at Granary Gallery Weston Park Shifnall
  • 8th October - 22nd October 2018
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society was very privileged to have held their Autumn Exhibition at The RBSA. RBSA Gallery, Birmingham
  • 15th August - 30th September 2018
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society held their Summer exhibition once again, this year at the ever popular Hanbury Hall, Droitwich a National Trust Property
  • 23rd September - 19th November 2017
    This year The Wolverhampton Society of Artists held its Exhibition at the West Gallery at Wolverhampton Art Gallery.
  • Tuesday 2nd August 2017- Wednesday 30th August 2017
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society held their Summer exhibition once again, this year at the ever popular Hanbury Hall, Droitwich a National Trust Property
  • Saturday 1st April - Thursday 27th April 2017
    This years Spring Exhibition from The Birmingham Watercolour Society was held at The Granary Art Gallery, Weston Park, Weston-under-Lizard, Shropshire, TF11 8LE
  • Saturday 23rd July 2016 - Wed 31st August The Birmingham Watercolour Society held their Summer Exhibition at Hanbury Hall, Droitwich
  • 24th October 2015 - 27th February 2016
    Wolverhampton Society of Artists held their Bi-annual Exhibition in the West Gallery at Wolverhampton Art Society, Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Opening times are Monday- Saturday from 10am - 5pm
  • 27th November - 16th January 2016
    The Worcester Society of Artists held their annual exhibition at the Art Gallery and Museum in Foregate Street, Worcester.
  • July 18th - September 1st 2015
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society held their Summer Exhibition at Hanbury Hall, Droitwich
  • April 26th 2015
    Pad held their Spring Fayre in La Cala in front of the town hall. I will be displaying a few of my paintings and a portfolio of work. From 11- 3pm
  • May 1st - 15th 2015
    Worcester Society of Artists held an exhibition at Worcester Cathedral, Worcester. titled ' A sense of Beauty - The wonder of creation'
  • March 30th - April 30th 2015
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society held their Spring Exhibition at Weston Park , Shropshire
  • 20th September - 18th October 2014
    2014 will see the 67th Exhibition of the The Worcester Society of Artists at Worcester City Art Gallery.
  • October 6th to October 20th 2014
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society held an Autumn Exhibition this year at Worcester Cathedral, Worcester.
  • July 19th to August 31st 2014
    The Birmingham Watercolour Society held a Summer exhibition , this year at Hanbury Hall, Droitwich a National Trust Property. I had three framed pieces on sale there and three unframed. I sold one unframed during the exhibition.
  • Sunday 18th May 2014
    There a PAD Annual Dog Show from 11.30am -3pm again up in the main square of Mijas Pueblo. My pet portraits and portfolio of past commissions will be on show there.
  • Sunday 27th April 2014
    There was a PAD Spring Fayre from 11am -3pm up in the main square of Mijas Pueblo. I will be there advertising my pet portraits and also with my FairyNiceCreations stall , selling gift ideas.
  • 19th October 2013 - 25th Jan 2014
    Wolverhampton Society of Artists Biannual Exhibition, Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Lichfield Street.
  • Sunday 20th October 2013 from 11-3pm
    PAD's held their Autumn Fayre behind the Nordic Centre on the Mijas Road in Fuengirola. I will be their with samples of my work.
  • Saturday 19th October 2013 - Saturday 26th January 2014
    Wolverhampton Society of Artists BiAnnual Exhibition was held at Wolverhampton Art Gallery.
  • Saturday 14th September - Saturday 12th October 2013
    Worcester Society of Artists Annual Exhibition was at Worcester City Art Gallery on Foregate Street
  • Sunday 21st April 2013
    The PAD 2013 Spring Fayre was at the main square in Mijas Pueblo, Costa del Sol, Spain. Starts at 11am and finishes at 3pm. I'll be there advertising my pet portraits
  • 15th October 2011 - January 14th 2012
    Bi annual Society Exhibition held at Wolverhampton Art Gallery
  • 24th October - 21st November 2009
    Worcester Society of Artists , was at Worcester City Art Gallery on Foregate Street
  • 12th sept - 28th November 2009
    WOLVERHAMPTON SOCIETY OF ARTISTS BIENNIAL EXHIBITION was at Wolverhampton Art Gallery
  • January 2009
    Exhibition of artwork at The Hilton Hall Business Centre, Essington, Wolverhampton
  • December 2008
    Artists Showcase- Coffee Shop at Waitrose, Penn Road,Wolverhampton
  • Sat 5th Jul 2008 - Sun 31st Aug 2008
    Summer Exhibition - 'Detail and Decoration' at The Gallery at Bevere, Bevere Lane , Worcester. A group exhibition by ceramicists and painters.
  • November 10th 2007 - Jan 12th 2008
    Annual Exhibition at Wolverhampton Art Gallery.
  • Sat 3rd Nov 2007 - Sun 25th Nov 2007
    Ceramic and Art exhibition -"Individual Voices" Ceramics by Craig Underhill, Emily Myers and Lisa Katzenstein and paintings by Alan and Claire Yates at The Gallery at Bevere, Bevere Lane, Worcester. Click here to see photos and invitation to launch party.
  • Sat 2nd Dec 2006 - Sat 30th Dec 2006
    Ceramic and Art exhibition -"Raku – The Spirit in the Fire" -The ceramic art of Raku, the origins of which lie in the Japanese tea ceremony, is the focus of the December exhibition. Featuring works of ceramicists Tim Andrews, David Jones and Emma Johnstone and new work by artist Claire Yates and other House Artist
  • June 3rd - June 30th 2005
    Abstract and Modern Exhibition by members of The Bevere Vivis Gallery, Worcester
  • March 3rd - March 30th 2005
    'Saying with Flowers' - Floral Exhibition by members of The Bevere Vivis Gallery, Worcester
  • May 1st - June 18th 2004
    Exhibition of work by members of Wolverhampton Society of Artists, Wolverhampton Art Gallery
  • May 2003
    "Alternate Creations" - This was a joint exhibition held by my father (Alan Yates) and myself. It was held at The Bevere Vivis Gallery & Picture Framers in Worcester and was on for one month.