ARTEL is a group of professional artists who collaborate to exhibit their work whilst establishing a dynamic community. Working in the South Downs area, each artist has developed a unique and informed practice. The artwork from this covers a rich and diverse range of subjects and media shared through an annual show in Chichester at the Oxmarket Contemporary gallery.
2026 - (No Theme)
Oxmarket Contemporary
13-25 October 2026
Opening times: 10am-4.30pm Tues-Sat; 12-4pm Sun;
(closed Mon).
St Andrews Court, off East Street, Chichester, PO19 1YH
Each artist presents work from their ongoing practice. We also feature two new guest artists, Christine Forbes (painter) and Terry Merritt (sculptor). The exhibtion spans across both galleries, artists will be available to meet you there throughout the show. Images and information will be posted here in October, you can see more on socials (instagram: @chigroupartel; facebook: artelgroup).
2026 Exhibiting Artists:
Maureen Brigden
Isabel Dodson
Sue England
Liz Hanan
Jackie Knee
Deborah Mitchelson
Carol Naylor
Tiffany Robinson
Polly Dutton
Lorraine Molins
Linda Nevill
Deborah Richards
Martin Smith
Helen Solly
Bridget Woods
Plus Guest Artists:
Christine Forbes
Terry Merritt
2025 - THE SPACE BETWEEN
Oxmarket Contemporary Gallery
30 Sept - 12 October 2025
New work was created within the context of the artists ongoing practice that also considered this theme. Research resulted in final pieces that were provocative, playful, and profound, in drawing, sculpture, and painting.Liz Hanan BA Fine Art (Hons)
clay, pigment, wax
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Title Indestructable
Liz Hanan’s latest installation “Indestructible” comprises a collection of pigmented and waxed ceramic books which have been created in response to the destruction of millions of children’s books during War.
Their form has not been altered, telling the story of strength and resilience and the continuing power of stories to survive violence and uncertainty.
Wax forms a covering that is both protective and fragile, echoing the precarious conditions surrounding childhood during conflict. Together, the materials explore loss, resilience and the survival of imagination, showing how stories can remain powerful even in the face of destruction.
Liz Hanan studied at Chichester University, obtaining a B.A Fine Art (Hons) degree in 2007. She works predominately in ceramics from her studio near Chichester and exhibits her work regularly both locally and further afield, most recently in London.
www.lizhanan.co.uk
Insta: @lizhanan