This September, Herts Open Studios returns for the 35th year with artists exhibiting in venues across Hertfordshire. We are delighted to be hosting Kayleigh Cooper with her exhibition Let’s Do The Rainbow.

For one crafty hour within the 24-hour drama fundraiser, Trestle School of Drama students created pieces for a multimedia exhibition based on the question, “When you think of Trestle, what do you see?” .

Herts Welcomes Refugees proudly presents talented artists Shervin and Ghazal during their residency at Trestle Arts Base.

Herts Welcomes Refugees proudly presents talented artists Bahar and Enas during their residency at Trestle Arts Base.

Ann Marie Whitton's exhibition contrasts vibrant watercolour illustrations of St Albans with textured palette knife paintings of Penzance seascapes.

Herts Open Studios is the not-to-be-missed opportunity to experience the world of art and meet and get to know the amazingly talented artists in our Hertfordshire community.

This exhibition presents St Albans based John Dobson's latest acrylic paintings, focusing on his ongoing exploration of suburban landscapes. Dobson's keen eye transforms everyday scenes into compelling artworks, inviting viewers to rediscover the beauty in familiar surroundings.

POEMS INSPIRED BY NATURE: ART INSPIRED BY POEMS

Poetry can be read, spoken aloud or listened to. You are encouraged to enjoy the poetry in whatever way makes you happy.

Artist Kathryn Holt returns to the Trestle Gallery with prints of her popular botanical themed painted paper collages alongside new work inspired by the fragility of the natural environment.

Join Artist Mirna Una Majer for her Exhibition exploring the harmonies of chaos and structure intertwined with the ancient art of sacred geometry.

Steeped in a rich British-Iranian heritage and shaped by a Muslim upbringing, Gestures of Love, Lost in Translation, offers a socially conscious perspective, delicately exploring intricate themes within the context of the Artist's recent estrangement from her mother.

Herts Open Studios is the not-to-be-missed opportunity to experience the world of art first-hand, and to meet and get to know the amazingly talented artists in our Hertfordshire community.

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Heidi Ward will be running these FREE workshops, inspired by her artwork that is being featured at the gallery during her residency at Trestle.

Currently studying for a MA in Fine Art at the University of Hertfordshire, Heidi Ward investigates the relationships between colour and light in her work through a series of experimental and unusual techniques and processes.

After a Summer of fabulous workshops, and an Autumn of amazing performances we are delighted to announce the final instalment of the ALL ABOUT US Festival! The Exhibition will run at the St Albans Museum + Gallery from Monday 13th February until Sunday 19th March 2023.

Join St Albans Artist Anna Aitchison for her first exhibition at Trestle Arts Base this January

Artist Kathryn Holt returns to the Trestle Gallery Cafe with prints of her popular botanical themed painted paper collages.

This exhibition from Learning Through The Arts (LTTA) revisits British Kenya and The Kenyan Land Freedom Army, otherwise known as the Mau Mau uprising (1952–1960).

From 10th September to 2nd October, Herts Open Studios is the not-to-be-missed opportunity to experience the world of art first-hand, to meet and get to know the amazingly talented artists in our Hertfordshire community.

Anna is a self-taught, experimental, intuitive artist and furniture upcycler. She loves to create colourful mixed media paintings using a range of materials and techniques, often incorporating recycled paper, wood and other materials.

Herts Young Homeless is working with the St Albans Visual Arts Festival this year on an exciting exhibition showcasing some of Hertfordshire’s best talent.

Artist Kathryn Holt returns to the Gallery Café with a paper and shadow installation using reused and recycled materials.