Paintings, sculpture, ceramics and more will be on display at a celebratory showcase of North Yorkshire artistic talent.
Taking place in the heart of the North York Moors National Park this February, hundreds of artists from across the county will be displaying their work at Inspired By… gallery, inside Danby Lodge National Park Centre – in an exhibition organised by North Yorkshire Open Studios (NYOS).
As well as giving visitors the chance to see stunning art works in a tranquil, countryside setting, it will be a teaser of what to expect during NYOS’ upcoming Summer Open Studios weekends (6-7 and 13-14 June), when more than 200 artists across 3,000 square miles will welcome the public into their creative spaces.
Garth Bayley, project manager at NYOS, said: “This exhibition is a vibrant celebration of the sheer breadth of talent we have here in North Yorkshire.
“By bringing together the work of hundreds of our members in the heart of the National Park, we’re offering a unique window into the county’s creative soul. It’s the perfect setting to stop and appreciate the work of the incredible artists who make our community so special.”
Visit the North Yorkshire Open Studios Spring Showcase from Saturday 14 February to Sunday 10 May 2026.
The Spring Showcase is just the first event of NYOS’ packed programme for 2026, which also includes:
- From the Earth exhibition of selected NYOS members, Craven Arts House in Skipton from Thursday 26 March – Sunday 26 April.
- NYOS Summer Open Studios over two weekends 6-7 and 13-14 June.
- A selling exhibition of work at Ampleforth Abbey from Saturday 11 to Sunday 19 July.
- NYOS Winter Open Studios on the weekend of 7-8 November.
Garth adds: “NYOS is dedicated to championing the exceptional artistic richness of our region.
“Our 2026 program features members selected by an independent panel of curators, providing an unmissable opportunity to celebrate and acquire high-quality work created right here in North Yorkshire.”
Find out more about North Yorkshire Open Studios at their website.
