A showcase of West Midlands artists

The creative prowess of artists throughout the West Midlands region will be showcased to thousands of art lovers when the Coventry Open returns to the city’s Herbert Art Gallery & Museum late this month. Taking place for the 13th time, the exhibition will, as usual, feature an eclectic mix of artworks created in a wide range of media.

This prestigious event aims to showcase the quality and diversity of art being produced in Coventry and the wider West Midlands region, providing valuable selling opportunities for artists. Building on the success of the last exhibition, the Young Artists category returns, allowing artists aged 15-18 the chance to exhibit their work.

Visual artists working in any medium are invited to submit images and supporting information about their work via the online submissions portal. A £1,000 prize will be awarded to one winning entry chosen by an independent judging panel, alongside an additional prize for the Young Artists category winner.

The exhibition promises something for everyone, featuring an eclectic mix of artworks that will appeal to visitors of all ages. Past exhibitions have included a wide variety of artworks in different mediums such as painting, drawing, print, sculpture, photography, ceramics, moving images, sound, textiles, mixed media, and installations.