Weald of Kent Art Society
Embracing art in all its forms
Welcome to WOKAS
The Weald of Kent Art Society is a fun, vibrant and friendly group of enthusiasts of all ages and artistic levels.
We embrace art in all its forms and have demonstrations and talks, members' painting sessions,
and painting days out, as well as exhibitions.
This website provides a platform where members can share some of their art and find
information about current and future events.
Non-members are very welcome to browse this website to find out more about the society and its artists.
We hope you like what you see and are tempted to join us via the membership page.
News
WOKAS newsletter
See the current issue of our new WOKAS newsletter that is now available. Click to download your copy of issue 15.
We do hope you enjoy reading it.
Oil painting demonstration by professional artist Adam de Ville
In October 2025, Adam de Ville treated WOKAS members to an engaging oil painting demonstration, creating a striking still life of a vase of flowers. As he worked, Adam shared his thoughts on colour, composition, and the importance of observation, all with warmth and humour. It was fascinating to watch his painting evolve on the canvas and to hear how he captures both the beauty and the character of everyday subjects through his expressive style. See Adam's Instagram
An exciting year round programme of events
We hold a programme of member events including demonstrations, guided hands-on sessions, en plein air outings, exhibitions, and workshops.
Demonstrations include those by both professional and renowned amateur artists covering a wide range of media and styles.
A recent demonstration ...
Hash Akib - Acrylics demo
April 2025
Known for his bold brushwork and vibrant colours, Hash showcased his dynamic approach to capturing light, movement, and atmosphere.
See Hash's web site https://www.hashimakib.co.uk/.
Other recent demonstrations are shown on the past events page.
Enjoy the art from our previous exhibitions
Exhibitors' works from previous WOKAS exhibitions are archived on this website so you can still browse the wonderfully diverse pieces of art created by WOKAS members.
These can be seen on our Exhibitions page
PLUS you can view art created from all of our regular online art challenges online here
WOKAS Committee Members
Graham Lock
Alison Chandler
Clive Dand
John Hamilton
Wendy Phillips
Fani Azikri
Pat Lock
President Graham Lock
Chairman Clive Dand
Vice Chairman John Hamilton
Secretary Alison Chandler
Treasurer Fani Azikri
Website Kate Rundell
Programme Co-ordinators
Alison Chandler, Wendy Phillips
Exhibition Co-ordinators
John Hamilton, Pat Lock,
John Robson
Press, Advertising, Publicity
John Hamilton
Kate Rundell
John Robson
WOKAS programme 2025 - 26
Full details of the demos, talks and workshops planned for the 2025-26 season are now online. Whether you want to be inspired or hone your skills further, there is something for everyone: life drawing, clay modelling, pastels, watercolour, oils, oil & wax resist with acrylic overlays, mixing colours.
We will also have a varied and full programme of summer 2026 painting en plein air which our members and their guests can enjoy.
Pictured below is a previous en plein air session held at Water Lane, Hawkhurst.
All demos, talks and members’ painting sessions are free to all WOKAS members and we are happy to welcome guests for a fee of £6.
Our Saturday workshops cost £30 (£35 for non-members) and must be booked in advance.
All indoor sessions are held at Highbury Hall, Highbury Lane, Tenterden TN30 6LE.
WOKAS Art Challenges
Since the 2020 lockdown we have been running creative challenges where members have just a few weeks to produce a piece of art to a specific theme.
The results have been amazing across a whole range of media ... pen, pencil, watercolour, oil, acrylic, clay, maplewood, and more.
See Art Challenge
Artist Profiles
We created some member profiles that will help you get to know us better and, hopefully, encourage you to find out more about our work and possibly even consider becoming a WOKAS member!
The profiles created so far can be seen on our member profile page and include :
