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Nov 2022
Very pleased to have been made a full member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) 2022.www.theroi.co.uk
Adam Ralston ROI
Nov 2022
Very pleased to have won the ‘Artist Magazine Award’ at this years ROI annual exhibition, for my painting ‘You’re Gonna Need A Bigger Bowl’. I have 3 paintings in this years exhibitionThe Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London in December.
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) chooses the very best national and international submissions, and is the only national art society devoted exclusively to oil painting. It's members are some of Britain's leading figurative artists.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/royal-institute-oil-painters-annual-exhibition-2022
SOLD
Happy Christmas (50cm x 50cm) - £1250
Nobody Calls Me Chicken (20”x20”) - £1250
Nov 2021
Really happy to be elected an Associate of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters (AROI) 2021.www.theroi.co.uk
Associate of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters (AROI) 2021
Nov 2021
Very pleased to have 3 paintings accepted for this years ROYAL INSTITUTE OF OIL PAINTERS (ROI) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITION.The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London, Nov 24- Dec 5
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) chooses the very best national and international submissions, and is the only national art society devoted exclusively to oil painting. It's members are some of Britain's leading figurative artists.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/royal-institute-oil-painters-annual-exhibition-2021
Blackpool Bathers (10”x12”) - £595
North Pier Light (12”x16”) - *£795…Sale £525
SOLD
Sept 2021
Really happy to be exhibiting again with the British Pleinair Painters. This is our 2nd group show, and it’s on 7th-12th September at the Mall Galleries, London.www.britishpleinairpainters.co.uk
British Plein Air Painters (BPAP 2021)
June 2021
Very pleased to have two paintings selected for this years NEW ENGLISH ART CLUB’S (NEAC) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONThe New English is a vibrant and diverse group of widely admired visual artists whose highly collectable work is based principally upon direct observation of nature and the human figure. Its Annual Exhibition is a showcase for members and gives aspiring artists an opportunity to exhibit alongside some of the best figurative artists working today in painting, drawing and printmaking.
The New English Art Club’s Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London in June.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/new-english-art-club-annual-exhibition-2021
South Pier Promenade (12”x16”) - SOLD
Ocean Boulevard (12”x16”) - SOLD
Nov 2020
Very pleased to have won the ‘Menena Joy Schwabe Memorial Award’ at this years ROYAL INSTITUTE OF OIL PAINTERS (ROI) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITION. I have 3 paintings in this years exhibitionThe Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London in December.
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) chooses the very best national and international submissions, and is the only national art society devoted exclusively to oil painting. It's members are some of Britain's leading figurative artists.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/royal-institute-oil-painters-annual-exhibition-2020
SOLD
Summer Holidays (16”x20”) - SOLD
Towards Blackpool (12”x16”) - *£795…Sale £525
Nov 2020
Very pleased to have a painting selected for this years NEW ENGLISH ART CLUB’S (NEAC) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONThe New English is a vibrant and diverse group of widely admired visual artists whose highly collectable work is based principally upon direct observation of nature and the human figure. Its Annual Exhibition is a showcase for members and gives aspiring artists an opportunity to exhibit alongside some of the best figurative artists working today in painting, drawing and printmaking.
The New English Art Club’s Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London from November. Due to the shows delay and covid restrictions, it’s hopeful you can see it on the gallery walls up to and including into the new year.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/new-english-art-club-annual-exhibition-2020
Towards The Big One (12”x16”) - £795
Nov 2019
Very pleased to have 3 paintings selected for this years ROYAL INSTITUTE OF OIL PAINTERS (ROI) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONThe Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London in December.
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) chooses the very best national and international submissions, and is the only national art society devoted exclusively to oil painting. It's members are some of Britain's leading figurative artists.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/royal-institute-oil-painters-annual-exhibition-2019
Beaufort Ave (12”x16”) - *£795…Sale £450
Towards Tower Bridge (12x16) - SOLD
April 2019
Very pleased to have 2 paintings selected for this years NEW ENGLISH ART CLUB’S (NEAC) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONThe New English is a vibrant and diverse group of widely admired visual artists whose highly collectable work is based principally upon direct observation of nature and the human figure. Its Annual Exhibition is a showcase for members and gives aspiring artists an opportunity to exhibit alongside some of the best figurative artists working today in painting, drawing and printmaking.
The New English Art Club’s Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London between in June.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/new-english-art-club-annual-exhibition-2018
Seaside Escape - SOLD
Blackpool Beach (11”x14”) - *£695…Sale £425
Nov 2018
Very pleased to have been selected for this years ROYAL INSTITUTE OF OIL PAINTERS (ROI) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONI got 2 paintings selected for this years show. The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London between 29 Nov and 9 Dec 2018.
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) chooses the very best national and international submissions, and is the only national art society devoted exclusively to oil painting. It's members are some of Britain's leading figurative artists.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/royal-institute-oil-painters-annual-exhibition-2018
Here’s my 2 paintings in this years exhibition.
SOLD
Oct 2018
Really happy to have been chosen as one of the 27 artists taking part in an exhibition, by the newly formed British Pleinair Painters. The exhibition showcases some of the best pleinair painters currently in the UK. It’s on 16-20 October at the Menier Gallery, London.I’m very pleased to have my painting on the posters and catalogues for the show too!
www.britishpleinairpainters.co.uk
My painting on the poster/catalogue - Painting SOLD
July 2018
Very pleased to come 1st place at this years ‘Create Longridge’ 2018.www.createlongridge.co.uk
Saturday Afternoon, Berry Lane - Sold
June 2018
Great to have one of my NEAC paintings made in to a greetings card, for sale at the Mall Glleries shop.
My NEAC painting made in to a greetings card available at the Mall Galleries shop
April 2018
Very pleased to have 2 paintings selected for this years NEW ENGLISH ART CLUB’S (NEAC) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONThe New English is a vibrant and diverse group of widely admired visual artists whose highly collectable work is based principally upon direct observation of nature and the human figure. Its Annual Exhibition is a showcase for members and gives aspiring artists an opportunity to exhibit alongside some of the best figurative artists working today in painting, drawing and printmaking.
The New English Art Club’s Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London between 15 and 23 June 2018.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/new-english-art-club-annual-exhibition-2018
Central Beach (10”x12”) - SOLD
Towards North Pier (10”x12”) - SOLD
April 2018
Here’s an article in ‘The Artist’ magazine relating to the ROI Paint Live 2017
An article in ‘The Artist’ magazine relating to the ROI Paint Live 2017
Dec 2017
Great to have come 1st in this years ROI Paint Live Event, at the Mall Galleries in LondonThis is a yearly pleinair event held by the Royal Institute Of Oil Painters during their annual open exhibition.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/events/roi-paint-live-2017-challenge
Here’s the winning painting
‘Towards Westminster’- ROI Paint Live 2017 (1st Place) SOLD
Oct 2017
Very pleased to have been selected for this years ROYAL INSTITUTE OF OIL PAINTERS (ROI) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONI was fortunate enough to get 4 paintings selected for this years show. The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London between 29 Nov and 10 Dec 2017.
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) chooses the very best national and international submissions, and is the only national art society devoted exclusively to oil painting. It's members are some of Britain's leading figurative artists.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk
Here’s one of my paintings in this years exhibition, available at the above link
Merrie England Fami Bar (10”x20”) - SOLD
Oct 2017
Great to have one of my still life paintings as the cover for the recent October issue of Artists & Illustrators magazine. There’s an article inside too, talking about my Pintar Rapido winwww.artistsandillustrators.co.uk/
Artists & Illustrators magazine (Oct ‘17)
July 2017
Chuffed to have been awarded 1st place in this years Pintar Rapido in London.www.pintarrapido.com/london/index.html
Piccadilly Circus, Rain. (14"X11") - SOLD
April 2017
Very pleased to have 2 paintings selected for this years NEW ENGLISH ART CLUB’S (NEAC) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONThe New English is a vibrant and diverse group of widely admired visual artists whose highly collectible work is based principally upon direct observation of nature and the human figure. Its Annual Exhibition is a showcase for members and gives aspiring artists an opportunity to exhibit alongside some of the best figurative artists working today in painting, drawing and printmaking.
The New English Art Club’s Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London between 16 and 25 June 2017.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk
Blackpool North Pier (10"x20") - SOLD
I do like to be beside the seaside (16"x20") - SOLD
March 2017
Really pleased to have recently been elected a member of the Manchester Academy of Fine Arts (MAFA)www.mafa.org.uk
Jan 2017
Very pleased to have been selected for this years ROYAL SOCIETY OF BRITISH ARTISTS (RBA) 300th OPEN EXHIBITIONI was selected from a record number of entries to appear alongside paintings by some of Britain’s leading figurative artists. This year over 1,600 works were submitted to the exhibition. The Royal Society of British Artists Annual Exhibition will be on display at Mall Galleries from 22 March to 1 April 2017.
The Royal Society of British Artists (RBA) is dedicated to promoting the highest standards of skill, concept and draughtsmanship in painting, sculpture, printmaking and drawing.
The Royal Society of British Artists hold an open submission exhibition in Central London each year. Founded in 1823, the Royal Society of British Artists was originally set up to rival the Royal Academy. Today the Society prides itself on exhibiting an eclectic mix of sculpture and paintings in all media.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk
South Pier Promenade (11"x14") - *£695…Sale £425
Oct 2016
Very pleased to have been selected for this years ROYAL INSTITUTE OF OIL PAINTERS (ROI) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONThere was a record 1700+ number of entries this year with just over 100 paintings selected, 3 of them mine! The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London between 30 Nov and 11 Dec 2016.
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) chooses the very best national and international submissions, and is the only national art society devoted exclusively to oil painting. It's members are some of Britain's leading figurative artists.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/royal-institute-oil-painters-annual-exhibition-2016
SOLD
July 2016
Great to have won 3rd place in this years Pintar Rapido in London. It's the biggest pleinair painting event competition in Europe with over 200 artists taking part.www.pintarrapido.com/london/index.html
Sloane Square, London (12"x10") - SOLD
June 2016
Very pleased to have been selected for this years NEW ENGLISH ART CLUB’S (NEAC) ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITIONI was one of about 80 artists selected from over 1,300 entries to appear alongside paintings by some of Britain’s leading figurative artists. The New English Art Club’s Annual Open Exhibition is on display at the Mall Galleries in Central London between 16 and 25 June 2016.
Continuing to build on the tradition of painting and drawing from observation, the New English is a vibrant and diverse group of visual artists whose work is highly collectible and widely admired.
www.mallgalleries.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/new-english-art-club-annual-exhibition-2016
South Pier Entrance, Blackpool. (10"X20") - SOLD