Sefton Open's Free Art Extravaganza Ends Tomorrow

Sefton Open, the annual art exhibition that celebrates creativity and artistic talent across the Borough at The Atkinson in Southport, closes tomorrow, Saturday 4th May.

Over 650 artworks are on display in the free exhibition, which attracts thousands of visitors each year.

You can visit the Sefton Open until 4pm today and between 10am and 4pm on Saturday.

Take a preview tour, here.
 People's Prize winner 

During your visit, you can also see Ocean’s Edge, by People’s Prize Winner Olivia Kenyon (pictured above).

Visitors to the Sefton Open exhibition are encouraged to vote for their favourite artwork on display. The artwork with the most votes is awarded The People’s Prize.

So many votes cast

Curator of The Sefton Open, Jemma Tynan, said: “It was wonderful to see so many votes cast by the public, most artworks received at least one nomination! 

"The People’s Prize is always competitive and comes down to a handful of extra votes to secure the win. This year, I am happy to see the prize awarded to a young artist at the beginning of their professional career. Watch this space!”

Visitors can also support local artists by investing in their work, most artworks are available to purchase through The Atkinson and the Own Art Scheme. The scheme makes buying art easy and affordable by letting you spread the cost over 10 months with an interest-free loan.