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 RGA Friday

Portrait Drawing from Life

In this workshop Mick McNicholas will introduce a number of techniques to approach drawing a portrait from life.

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Next Summer Painting Day

University of Reading Community Festival

This is an opportunity to paint across the university campus as part of the University’s Community Festival.

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Next Exhibition

94th Annual Exhibition

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

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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

  • April 2025 – Cath Baldwin

    Picture of the Month for April 2025 is How do you like your eggs in the morning by Cath Baldwin.

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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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