Today's idea - Sculpture Trail

Today, a proper Sunday type thing with garden sculptures that are immensely better than the name suggests. This is just outside of Brighton, so breaks the rules a bit but looks so lovely and one of those 'traditional days out' it's too nice not to mention. At Bode Hill Garden, the strange shape of massive mushroom-like sculptures looks enticing, forming part of a 'sculpture trail'. Promising a stunning myriad of styles, materials and techniques it sounds like a good day out adventure.



"Installed by Surrey Sculpture Society and Head Gardener Andy Stevens in the tranquil setting of these beautiful landscaped gardens, the artworks will both challenge and delight spectators. As visitors follow the trail, they will discover the sculptures set against striking and varied backdrops within the series of garden ‘rooms’, demonstrating different styles of design and presentation. With changing natural light and memorable colour the trail will create a unique visual experience."

(The Green Tree Gallery will also be open for free displaying an enticing exhibition of smaller indoor pieces by Surrey Sculpture Society.)

Running until 31st May.

Time: 10am-6pm
Location: Borde Hill Garden
Cost: £7.50 per adult, £6.50 Group/OAP and £4.50 per child. Gallery entry is free.
Map: here

Today's idea - The Relentless Creative Exhibition (free)

Today the Relentless Art Show takes place as part of the Fringe festival and it boats a number of creative and cool things, and I want to go. Inside-out stuffed toys and curious patterns? Yes please.

"As a creative environment, Relentless’ teams are no strangers to coming up with innovative ideas. Staff at the leading UK studio are invited to submit personal work for exhibit each year. Over the past few years we have had a range of work including figurative painting, automated pattern generators, cuddly toys turned inside out and everything in-between. The variety of the show is one of it’s strengths and the same variety remains this year with exhibits including paintings, drawings, sculptures, printmaking and objects.

The show is produced by Stuart Dodman, Operations Manager at Relentless. Stuart, who has a degree in Fine Art, commented: “We wanted to get involved in the Brighton community, and give our teams another creative outlet and from that The Relentless Art Show was born. Not only are our staff great at making video games but many of them have backgrounds and practiced in more traditional art forms. This is our third year and we continue to be amazed at the quality and variety of exhibits we receive.”"

Location: Bellis Gallery
Time: 10.30am - 6.30pm
Map: here
Website: here
Find them on Twitter: @relentless_sw
Runs until: May 23rd.