The Reading Guild of Artists (RGA), founded in 1930, is a diverse group of professional and amateur artists in the Berkshire (UK) area. Membership is open to all and new members are very welcome, from complete beginners to experienced professionals, or those just interested in art. Non-members are welcome to attend our Earley Painters sessions, RGA Fridays, Summer Painting Days and Summer Workshops.

Next Exhibition

94th Annual Exhibition

The RGA 94th Annual Exhibition will be held at the University of Reading.

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Next Summer Painting Day

Monks Pond Cottage

It’s always a pleasure to paint in this private, walled garden which is full of interesting corners (and a large, separate pond).

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Featured Summer Workshop

Watercolour Workshop

This workshop is exclusively about watercolour and the unique qualities it provides and some of the techniques necessary to make the most of those qualities.

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Annual Review

Find out what the RGA and its members have been up to in 2024-2025.

Picture of the Month

Museum Highlight

  • Agnes Reeve

    Bridges offer endless variety and are a challenge for any artist, whatever medium you use.

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The RGA is proud to support the Save Reading Gaol campaign


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