Staffordshire with its art schools and colleges has a long history of producing talented artists, many of whom have had fine careers in either industry or education. The Society of Staffordshire Artists is proud to have had some of the finest of these join as Members of the Society and to uphold its high standards in producing fine quality art associated with this area.
The Latest SSA News
Open Art Competition for Young Artists
Are you a young artist aged 18 to 25? We'd like you to submit your work to the Society of Staffordshire [...]
Mike Reeves Art Exhibition – “Textures & Impressions” – An Invite.
Our Exhibitions organiser Mike Reeves has an exhibition of his own at The New Vic Theatre, Newcastle-under-Lyme... "Hi everyone, it's been [...]
2 For 1 Exhibition – Spode Heritage Centre Stoke
Photo's from our recent 2 For 1 Exhibition at Spode Heritage Centre in Stoke. Another wonderful display of our members art, [...]
Atmosphere Exhibition – Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Our "Atmosphere" exhibition at The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery was a wonderful chance for the Society's members to show off [...]
The Latest Members’ and Friends’ Posts
SSA at Flying Ducks Art Gallery
SSA artist Nick Moore is now showing paintings at Flying Ducks Art Gallery in Stone, Staffordshire. All are for sale. Flying Ducks Art Gallery is at 44 Station Road, Stone, [...]
Walking in the Footsteps of Alston Emery
Members of Society of Staffordshire Artists (SSA) will join local artists, invited guests and Newcastle-under-Lyme Mayor, Simon White, at the opening of the Alston Emery Art Trail at 10am on [...]
Latest Showcased Art
‘Study Of An Apple’ by Nick Moore
‘Little Brown Jug’ by Margaret Brothwell
‘Storm Gathering Over Beeston Castle’ by John Lewis
‘Frame For A Round Object’ by Edward Mackenzie
‘Barney’ by Leslie Gilbert
‘Birch Trees at Oakamoor’ by Clifford Hirst
Self Portrait by Nick Moore
Interested in Membership?
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At the Society of Staffordshire Artists we encourage new member applications from both new, upcoming and established artists.
For more information on Full membership and Friend membership see our application page
Featured Artist
Jean Byatt
Although I am proud of my ‘roots’ having been born in Burslem, the mother town of the ‘Potteries’, I am happy to paint the beautiful landscapes that can be found everywhere. I always strive to portray the natural beauty and colours in great detail, using oils, pastels, watercolours and inks, also drawings in pencil, charcoal and pen and wash.
Featured Artist
Lesley Miller
In my still-life paintings and drawings, I combine expressive and patterning techniques alongside careful observational studies. I employ varying degrees of emphasis to the detail using dramatic colouring and tonal depth to create atmosphere…