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
Sale of Small Works 2025

The Reading Guild of Artists will be holding an exhibition and sale of ‘small works’ in October at St Lukes Church Hall, Erleigh Road in Reading.

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Next RGA Friday
Scribble Drawing 

No doubt you have tried line and wash before, but we are going to use a relaxing and forgiving scribbled line to enjoy the creative freedom it gives us.

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Picture of the Month
  • October 2025 – Philip Alexander

    Picture of the Month for October 2025 is Calm Evening from Rum Towards Skye by Philip Alexander.

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Museum Highlight
  • F.A. (Arthur) Rolfe

    To mark the 80th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War, we revisit this Museum Highlight with an update on the artist F.A. Rolfe and introduce fellow artist, colleague and RGA member S.J. Cox.

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Marie Dyson Award
  • Marie Dyson Award 2025

    Congratulations to Antoinette Brown winner of the 2025 Marie Dyson Award for her collection of graphite drawings.

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Pauline Mercier Award
  • Pauline Mercier Award 2025

    Congratulations to Roger Smalley winner of the 2025 Pauline Mercier Award for his collection of limestone sculptures.

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The RGA is proud to support the Save Reading Gaol campaign

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