Brightons Arty: Alison Krog

Brighton’s Arty folk open their doors

No big surprises what I’m writing about as we head towards festival month. Because it’s the first weekend of Artists Open Houses. So if you haven’t picked up your trail guide yet, what are you waiting for? Around 200 houses and studio spaces across the city will be opening their doors to exhibit the work of more than 1,000 artists – and chez Krog is on the Central Trail at 12 Kemp Street. We’ll be selling copies of our new – and rather gorgeous – coffee table-style book that celebrates the creative community of Brighton and Hove. ‘Art in Brighton 2015’ is packed with the cream of the city’s creative talent; so expect all your favourite artists plus a few unexpected visual treats.

I’d love to be able to name check all the wonderful artists, photographers, jewellers, galleries and shops that are featured. But I don’t want to spoil your delight as you delve into page after page of stunningly imaginative and truly original creative work. Though I say it myself, the Dane has done a rather splendid job of showcasing the beautiful imagery that we’ve had to play with this year. It really is a privilege to put together and publish such a covetable tome!
And if securing your copy of Art in Brighton 2015 wasn’t reason enough to hot foot it to our door during the May weekends, we’ll also be showing the work of our cover artist Ian Hodgson. His drawing is just exquisite, come and enjoy it up close.

Of course, many of the artists who feature in Art in Brighton 2015 will be hosting their own Artists Open Houses or showing in its venues. So I can only urge you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to visit artists and makers in their homes and buy directly from them. Oh, and wear comfy shoes! www.artymagazines.com