Painting For Fun Summer Exhibition 2025

Painting For Fun Summer Exhibition 2025

2 August 2025 – 30 August 2025
Gallery Open: Monday – Friday 11am-4pm & Saturday 1pm – 4pm 
Closed: 8 & 9 August.

A vibrant exhibition, bringing together an eclectic group of artists united by their love of painting. With subject matter ranging from landscapes, portraits, local scenes and botanical studies, there’s something for everyone. 

All the paintings in the exhibition have been produced by class members, and most are available to buy in order to support future Painting For Fun sessions. 

Exhibition Preview: Friday 1 August // 6pm – 8pm

A chance to come together and see the exhibition on its opening night, bring along some nibbles to add to the bring-and-share snacks if you can.

This event is free and open to all.

SAW Reflects: Wednesday 13 August // 6:30pm – 8pm

Join us as we chat about the exhibition in more depth over a bowl of soup. This event is free but donations are welcome. Find out more about SAW Reflects events here.

About Painting For Fun

Painting For Fun is a weekly water-based oil painting session at Shieldfield Art Works. The group is open to all adults, and is completely free – all arts materials, tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. The aim of the group is to be creative, relax and have fun! It’s a no-pressure creative environment. Every year, we have an exhibition celebrating the group’s painting endeavors. Find out more: saw-newcastle.org/painting-for-fun/

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