Award winners announced as Montague Summer Exhibition 2026 continues until 2 August

The award winners of the Montague Summer Exhibition 2026 (Portland Road, Worthing) were announced at a packed Awards Evening, celebrating another exceptional year for this popular annual exhibition. 

Now in its third successful year, the Montague Summer Exhibition has become firmly established in Worthing's cultural calendar. The standard of submissions continues to rise each year, making the judges' task increasingly difficult. From hundreds of entries, 134 artworks were selected for this year's exhibition, showcasing the remarkable creativity and talent of artists and makers from across the region. 

The Montague Summer Exhibition is open to artists and makers of all abilities, offering everyone the opportunity to exhibit their work in a professionally curated exhibition in an established independent gallery. 

Co-owner Kim-Adele Fuller said: 

"Every year we're amazed by the standard of work submitted, and this year's exhibition has raised the bar once again. Selecting the award winners was incredibly difficult, and we'd like to congratulate every artist whose work was chosen for the exhibition. It's a fabulous exhibition, full of creativity, imagination and craftsmanship, and one that really shouldn't be missed." 

The exhibition remains open until Sunday 2 August, giving visitors the chance to discover an inspiring range of original paintings, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, photography, printmaking and mixed media, with every artwork available to purchase. 

Visitors are also invited to vote for their favourite artwork in the People's Choice Award before leaving the gallery. The winning artist will receive a £30 Montague Gallery Gift Voucher, while one visitor, selected at random from all completed voting slips, will also receive a £30 Montague Gallery Gift Voucher. 

Award Winners 

Judges' Choice 

● Mary Fivey – Impermanence 

● Andrew Harris – The Stillness of Eventide 

Excellence in Medium – Oil Painting 

● Barry Andrews – This Time Tomorrow 

Excellence in Medium – Watercolour 

● Sue Taghioff – Ginger 

Excellence in Medium – Textiles 

● Sandra Slinger – Abstract Botanicals 

Best 3D Work 

● Adrian Miller – Little Red Boat 

Very Highly Commended 

● Sarah Luxford – Washing Day 

Highly Commended 

● Bethan Hamilton – Orbit 

● Rachel Kay – Towards Worthing Pier 

● Carina Norman – Flower Vase 1 

● Steve Mason – After the Rain 

Together, this year's awards represent more than £950 in prizes, vouchers and exhibition opportunities, recognising excellence across a wide range of artistic disciplines. 

About Montague Gallery 

Montague Gallery is an independent artist-led gallery in the heart of Worthing, representing around 40 local artists and makers throughout the year. As well as showcasing an ever-changing collection of original artwork, the gallery hosts guest artist exhibitions, creative workshops, artist talks and community events, providing opportunities for people to experience, learn about and collect original art. 

The gallery's annual Summer Exhibition reflects its commitment to supporting artists at every stage of their creative journey, offering an accessible open exhibition where emerging and established artists exhibit side by side in a professionally curated setting. 

The Montague Summer Exhibition 2026 continues until Sunday 2 August. Admission is free and all artworks are available to purchase. Visitors are warmly encouraged to cast their vote in the People's Choice Award before the exhibition closes.