Artists’ Open Call Exhibition 2026

If you’re looking for a reliable spot to check out high-quality contemporary art in Brighton, you probably already know about Kellie Miller Arts (KMA). This award-winning gallery, established by Kellie Miller back in 2013, has become a fixture in the Cultural Quarter, focusing heavily on encouraging the collection of original art.

KMA made a significant move in 2025, relocating to its current, larger premises at 3 Church Street, BN1 1UJ. They opened the doors at this new location in April 2025 with the 'Liminal' exhibition. The space is fantastic, showcasing an exceptional selection of world-class works—including paintings, prints, ceramics, and sculpture—spread across two floors. They consistently feature a mix of local, national, and international artists, ensuring there’s always something new to explore.

As we move into early 2026, the gallery is transitioning between major shows. The immediate focus is the Artists’ Open Call Exhibition 2026, which is scheduled to run from February 14th through March 30th, 2026. This follows a busy period that included the 'Wild Things' exhibition, which celebrated KMA’s 12th anniversary late last year, and the 'Whispers' exhibition before that. If you visit, you’ll get a sense of the diverse talent they represent; for example, they recently featured the 'Wild Place' collection by Scottish oil painter Jonathan Smith, focusing on the British landscape, and have welcomed British glass artist Tim Rawlinson to their roster.

If you plan to stop by, the gallery is generally open six days a week, running Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00. For weekend visitors, they are open Sundays and bank holidays from 11:00 to 17:00. It’s a great place to spend an hour browsing the latest contemporary pieces in the heart of the city.