The Shrewsbury Arts Trail is bringing iconic Salvador Dalí and Jacob Chandler sculptures to Shrewsbury town centre for the months of July and August 2023.

The town-wide trail, which is now in its third year, will be returning once again this summer - with a bronze sculpture trail in place from 1 June, including important Salvador Dalí and Jacob Chandler sculptural artworks.

Throughout July and August, around 600 regional and local artists are expected to participate in 16 exhibitions, workshops and events across the town.

Organisers are extending submissions to artists in neighbouring counties this year, to include, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Powys, Cheshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire. Submissions are now open.

Artists are currently being invited to submit works on this year’s theme of ‘Movement’ inspired by Shrewsbury’s connection to the father of ballet and pantomime John Weaver. Selected works will feature in an ‘Open Exhibition’ split between Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, Theatre Severn and The Parade Shopping Centre. 

The trail, which was launched to boost spirits during the pandemic in 2021, has united the artistic community in Shrewsbury, taking over the whole town, with exhibitions across multiple venues including shopping centres, the town museum, coffee shops, art galleries and churches - and even the town park.

There’s also a special exhibition at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery featuring some very big names: LS Lowry, Salvador Dalí, Fabian Perez, Sherree Valentine Daines, Jacob Chandler, JPR Stitch, Banksy, Damien Hirst, Micheal James Talbot, Man Ray, John Swannell and more. 

Other events include a glass festival at St Mary’s Church, a family treasure trail, a ‘Secret Art Sale’ at the Soden Collection, a dance photography exhibition and more.

Find a submissions form on the Shrewsbury Arts Trail website, social media or email info@shrewsburyartstrail.com

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