Eda Gardner-Groves is 14 years old an emerging young artist who has been exhibiting her work at local galleries since the age of 11. Initially inspired by the natural world and her unusual lifestyle, her early pieces reflected a deep appreciation for organic forms and nature.
As she has grown, so too has her artistic voice. Her recent work marks a confident shift towards a more personal and distinctive style, exploring colour in bolder, more expressive ways. Through experimentation and a developing sense of individuality, she is beginning to define her own visual language.
Featuring our artists this year 2026
InèsMax Wragg (8yrs)
Max loves being creative and is experimenting at the moment with making clay candle holders, pencil drawings of animals, landscapes and small abstracts
Nev Brewin
having drawn and painted figuratively in many different styles, took himself off to an isolated French farmhouse for a month to see if a particular style would emerge. After studying forms of nature – bark, lichen, seedpods; he used collage and paint to develop an abstract rendition. Later, he incorporated cityscapes- neon light, graffiti, exploring where nature and urban life intersected. Over time his paintings have become wider, often involving vertical strips, combining scraped raw colour and intricate patterning. He often works on strips of wood painted and repainted which are placed together to find an interesting dynamic.
Val Brewin
interest in the natural forms within nature led to drawing, painting and sewing which resulted in her three dimensional textile creations. She likes to incorporate found objects within her work, rusty metal, shells, stones and glass. In preparation of each piece of work she does extensive research, often looking at the traditional art from other cultures, filling many pages with drawings, paper treatments and stitch techniques. Her work explores the opposing nature of order and chaos, the combination of eruption, fission and expulsion. Her art reflects the need to bring discordant parts into a cohesive whole.
Julia White
Medium- mixed media and Printmaker…After moving to Sussex in 2006 where I brought up my two children I trained in printmaking, predominantly etching. Inspired by the natural beauty around me I started foraging for plants to study which became an obsession and brought me closer to nature and wellbeing. Collecting both plants and memories from the Sussex Downs, where I now live. I have been experimenting with the use of elements using cyanotype to create sun prints as well as making natural inks, a slow nurturing process. I use layering and various techniques which are both meticulous and whimsical
Poppy Manley
Poppy is an artist and craftswoman who believes creativity is central to the human experience. Constantly experimenting with different media and styles. Currently fascinated with rust and entropy. Deeply in love with the natural world. Endlesssly seeking new modes of expression.
Francesca Herrera
Jewellery Designer and makes handmade bohemian jewellery crafted in Brighton – from shimmering beetle wing earrings to bold brass pendants & celestial treasures. Designed for free spirits, festival lovers & everyday magic
