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
SSA Exhibitions for 2019
We're looking forward to two exciting new exhibitions in the coming months... Two for One Exhibition Spode Museum Trust Heritage Centre [...]
SSA Members at the Chester Open Art Exhibition
Congratulations to SSA members John Thirlwall and Lesley Miller for having work accepted at the prestigious Chester Open Art exhibition, which [...]
SSA Exhibition 2018/19 at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Click here to view this video This wonderful 'Seasons' Exhibition of SSA members' art is now open at [...]
Letter To The Society Of Staffordshire Artists, 28th June 2017
“It was heartwarming and encouraging to visit the May 2017 Exhibition at Keele University and see so many good paintings. Even [...]
The Latest Members’ and Friends’ Posts
SSA represented in the Three Counties Exhibition 2019
Full SSA members Roy Simpson and Nick Moore have had paintings selected for this year’s Three Counties Exhibition. I’m sure there are more SSA members represented so why not support [...]
Exhibition opening Saturday 22.6.18
Everyone is welcome at my solo exhibition at Bottlecraft in Hanley from 2pm, 22.6.18. Nick
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
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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…