The Friends were delighted to welcome Ren Renwick to her role as the new Director of the RWA. Here’s our Q&A…
Author: Andrew Nixon
RWA Impact Report 2023/24
The RWA has released its Impact Report for 2023/24, showcasing all the work it has done to bring the transformative power of art to communities across Bristol.
RWA Fundraising Auction in partnership with Bonhams – August 2024
The RWA in partnership with Bonhams, is hosting a unique auction event showcasing exclusive artworks by prominent international artists…
Thank you, Alison Bevan!
This month we said a fond farewell to Alison Bevan, who, after more than 10 years at the helm of the RWA, stood down as Director.
Best of the West – July/ August 2024
The best art exhibitions and events in Bristol and the Westcountry – selected by the Friends of the RWA…
Best of the West – June 2024
The best art exhibitions and events in Bristol and the Westcountry – selected by the Friends of the RWA…
On portraits and storytelling
Rob Campbell on the magic of mysterious portraiture…
The Hide Installation and Sculpture Showcase (THISS) – June 2024
Eight female artists from London and the South East and West of England come together for an ambitious showcase in Stroud
Meet Jenny Urquhart – Cass Art People’s Choice award winner 2024
We chat to the Bristol artist who stormed the 2024 Friends’ Exhibition by coming first and second in the Cass Art People’s Choice award vote…
Best of the West – May 2024
The best art exhibitions and events in Bristol and the Westcountry – selected by the Friends of the RWA…
Friends’ Exhibition 2024
After five years away, it has been wonderful to return to the RWA building for the 2024 Friends’ Exhibition
Meet the artist: Mark Haddon
We speak to artist, Friend of the RWA and acclaimed author Mark Haddon about his approach to art, how it relates to his writing, and more…..
Best of the West – April 2024
The best art exhibitions and events in Bristol and the Westcountry – selected by the Friends of the RWA…
Best of the West – March 2024
The best art exhibitions and events in Bristol and the Westcountry – selected by the Friends of the RWA…
Meet the Patron: Sebastian Roiz de S’a
We chat to Sebastian Roiz de S’a, founder of Hive Financial Planning and sponsor of the RWA Open in 2023 and 2024…
The Floating Circle 