Welcome to the RCA

The Royal Cambrian Academy of Art is an independent institution, led by distinguished artists, whose purpose is to promote the creation, enjoyment and appreciation of visual art through exhibitions and education.

Exhibitions

Exterior photogrpah of the rca gallery - art festival

The Royal Cambrian Academy is a vibrant art gallery with nine temporary exhibitions per year and a lively education programme. The exhibition programme is a mix of the best of contemporary Fine Art in Wales, historical shows and open exhibitions.

Educational Events

Catrin williams talking to school children about her exhibition

We offer exciting educational events to suit all ages and abilities, including; Adult Master Classes, Life Drawing sessions, Lectures, Saturday Art Club, Educational visits, Family drop-in sessions, Holiday Art Club and a FREE family Art Festival. Contact Eleri Jones our Education Officer on 01492 593413 for more information.

Opening Hours

11am - 5pm Tuesday to Saturday (Closed on Mondays)
1pm - 4.30pm on Sundays

Open: Bank Holidays
Closed: Saturday 24th April for Members' Annual General Meeting

Note - The gallery is closed for one week prior to each exhibition, please check the exhibition programme for dates

Royal Cambrian Academy, Crown Lane, Conwy. LL32 8AN. 01492 593413

Friends

We have a lively and enthusiastic Friends organisation. The Friends help to raise funds for the Exhibition and Education programmes and hold a varied programme of lectures, meetings, parties, visits and painting days. Click here for information about the Friends of the Royal Cambrian Academy

Donate online at:
www.justgiving.com

Our current exhibition ...

3rd July - 13th September 2010

128th Annual Summer exhibition

The highlight of the year's programme with work by RCA members including Catrin Williams, Mike Briscoe, Shani Rhys James, William Selwyn, Eleri Jones, Maurice Cockrill, Ann Bridges, Malcolm Edwards, Audrey Hind, David Woodford and many others. All works are available to buy and remember that the RCA offers the popular interest free Collectorplan. 10% deposit secures with the balance paid over 10 months, interest free!

Report on the Painting Marathon held on Saturday 14^th August 2010

Six courageous artists braved a busy River Festival to take part in our exciting painting marathon to raise funds for our extensive Education programme for all ages. More than 500 visitors attended the demonstration and we now have more than 20 sealed bids for the 15 works which were created by Maurice Cockrill RA (6 works), Karel Lek RCA (3 works), Jeremy Yates RCA (1 work), David Lloyd Griffith RCA (1 work), Daisy Wyn Griffith RCA (3 works) and Eleri Jones RCA (1 work). Its not too late to place your bid! All works are on display in the upper gallery at the RCA so do come along and bag an artwork at a bargain price in an important cause - our education programme led by Eleri Jones. Works will go to those who have made the highest bids by September 13.

The event is supported by the Friends of the RCA

Gallery Tours

Our staff can provide complimentary tours of the gallery and the current exhibition but we would appreciate prior notification for larger group visits.

Please contact the gallery for further details.
Click here for more information about Talks at the Gallery.

Learning about art is fun!

Eleri jones - rca education officer

Another series of our hugely popular Saturday Art Club for 3 - 14 year olds has started.
Click here for dates, details and 'How to book'.