Art in the Open

21/08/2026

See some video interviews with some artists this year.

Artists’ Experiences at AITO 2026 Starting first with our model Barbara Guest artist, Matt Ryder Artist, Maryna Hrichina Guest Artist, Sam Green Artist, Sarah Pondevie Artists, Susan Quekett & Sarah Pondevie Guest artist, Kathie Odom

21/08/2026

See 2026 Award photos here

2026 Award Winners with Mayor of Wexford, Her Worship, Cllr. Vicky Barron MAYORAL AWARD - “Wexford Festival”Steve Browning ARCHITECTURALAL AWARD - “See The Light” Elena Morozova SILVER AWARD - “Blue House, Wexford” Keiko Tanabe (accepted by Jane Meyler) SILVER AWARD - “Through The Rose...

13/08/2026

06/08/2026

04/08/2026

See all the winning paintings, the artists and what exactly they won on our website https://www.artintheopen.org/
In the near future we'll be adding a random selection of photos by our photographer Michael Duggan of the event in our gallery.

04/08/2026

That’s a wrap from AITO26

As another wonderful Art in the Open comes to a close, we celebrate not only the remarkable paintings created this week, but also the friendships, inspiration, and shared passion that brought us together in Wexford.
Thank you to every artist, volunteer, sponsor, and visitor who made this festival such a success. Your creativity and enthusiasm have filled our streets and landscapes with colour and life.
May you leave with happy memories, fresh inspiration, and the joy of knowing that art continues to connect us all.
Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Wexford next year for our 20th anniversary.
…..Below are our fabulous award winning paintings.

13/04/2026

Thanks

More than 200 artists from around the world are set to gather in Co Wexford this summer as Art in the Open returns for its 19th year.