
Keith ‘Taff’ Roberts
Keith Roberts’ art revolves primarily around characters, encompassing gothic vampires, cyborg warriors, and alluring yet lethal aliens. Each of his creations hints at a concealed narrative beneath their captivating smiles or sneers.
In recognition of his exceptional talent, Keith Roberts has been bestowed with the Award of Excellence for Vibrant Fantasy Artist of the Year 2023 through his captivating artwork.

Rachel Keenan
Rachel Keenan has an unwavering passion for seascapes and landscapes, finding her creative muse in the interplay of nature’s beauty and her profound connection with the outdoors. Drawing inspiration from her love of hill and coastal walking, her art reflects a harmonious blend of vivid imagination and keen observation.
Through her artwork she’s been recognised as award of excellence for Land and Sea Artist of the Year 2023.

Janette Gaggini
Janette Gaggini creates art using various forms such as painting, printing, drawing, collage, mixed media sculpture, and assemblages. Her art is deeply interested in the ongoing cycle of life, and decay, in living things. Comparing how organic processes are similar to machinery, all in the context of time passing.
In 2023, Janette Gaggini earned four prestigious awards for her exceptional artistry: the “Award of Excellence for Unique Mixed Media Artist of the Year 2023,” the “Award of Excellence for Organic and Environmental Artist of the Year 2023,” the “Platinum Award for Unique and Contemporary Art,” and the “Lifetime Achievement Award for Services to Art.”

Crazy Rah Art - by Sarah Stott
Sarah Stott is an artist driven by a love for texture and spontaneity. She specialises in creating large, vibrant, and abstract paintings that embody a newfound freedom in her artistic expression. Through her work, she channels her deep appreciation for life, her fondness for vibrant colors, and her obsession with texture, resulting in expansive and kaleidoscopic canvases filled with captivating textures.
Sarah Stott has received multiple prestigious awards in 2023, including the title of “Abstract Workshop Artist of the Year 2023” and the “Award of Excellence for Vibrant Abstract Artist of the Year 2023.” Additionally, she has been honoured with a “Lifetime Achievement Award for Services to Art.”

Bridget Wheatley
Bridget Wheatley is a highly respected jeweller who lives and works in Oxfordshire.
Bridget perfectly embodies the title of designer and creator, thanks to her natural talent and inquisitive nature that she has had since she was a child. Bridget has received recognition for her exceptional jewellery creations, earning her the titles of “Contemporary Jewellery Artist of the Year 2023” and “Unique Jewellery Design Excellence Award 2023.”

Howard Lucas
Howard is a skilled craftsman who specialises in woodturning and upcycling. He has a deep appreciation for the beauty of wood, including its natural grain patterns, textures, and colours. Howard has achieved remarkable recognition as a treble award-winning artist in 2023. He has been honoured with the “Award of Excellence for Contemporary Wood-Turner of the Year 2023” and the “Award of Excellence for Designer Craftsman of the Year 2023.” Additionally, his significant contributions to the field have earned him a prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award for Services to Craft and Design,” spanning the years 2023 to 2028.

Jill Hobbs Art
Jill Hobbs has been recognised for her outstanding vibrant pieces as our “Vibrant Portrait Artist of the Year”. Her detailed designs, her use of colour and the familiarity of her subject matter tipped the scale in Jill’s favour to be recognised as a pioneer in her craft.

Careless Rapture
Claire Poore is a glass based artist in the Cotswolds. Her unique style, creative klair and outstanding technique with fused glass artistry has earned our “Award of Excellence for Glass-Based Artistry”

Verity Clark Art
It’s hard to believe that Verity has had no formal training in terms of her Artistry. Heer pet, and figurative pieces are of the highest level, which is why she has been recognised for her achievements with our “Award of Excellence for Fine Art Portraiture”.

Dorienne Carmel, BFA UA
With her quirky style, her vast CV in various exhibitions and her passion for capturing the true personality of her subject matter, we are proud to have Dorienne Carmel as our “Ceramic Artist of the Year.”

Sarah Core Ceramics
Sarah’s unique pieces and creative style have earned recognition at this level. With a wealth of knowledge and unmatched skill set, Sarah Core is widely recognised in the field of ceramics

Julie Maginn
Julie’s work is almost hynoptising, with the level of atmospheric detail and vibrancy. It’s no wonder she has been recognised as our “Vibrant Artist of the Year 2023”.

Aini Alcock
From intricate embroidery to detailed woven pieces, Aini does it all. With her level of understanding of this traditional method and absolutely shining pieces, we are more than happy to present our ” Textile Artist of the Year 2023″.