A vibrant community art exhibition and charity auction showcasing artwork created by pupils from St Andrew’s Prep and Eastbourne College, alongside contributions from local artists and supporters, has opened at Eastbourne College in aid of the Blue Sky Bursaries Appeal.
Alongside pupil artwork, the auction features pieces donated by professional artists, including a limited-edition print by renowned artist Robert Tavener, generously donated by Emma Mason Prints. Other featured artists include local photographer Matt Garcia, artist and tattooist Jessica Langstreth, landscape artist Marcus Cherrill, portrait artist Lindy Dunbar, Alex Vanotti and Fi Nolan.
With starting bids ranging from just £5 through to higher value works, the auction has been designed to appeal to a wide range of art lovers and supporters.
The exhibition is on display in the Birley Centre at Eastbourne College and can be viewed in person by appointment. For those unable to attend in person, the full catalogue and online auction can be accessed at www.jumblebee.co.uk/bsbmasterpieces2026 where bidding is now live.
All proceeds from the auction will support the Blue Sky Bursaries Appeal, helping to open up opportunities for talented young people to benefit from an education at St Andrew’s Prep and Eastbourne College. The Blue Sky Bursaries Appeal provides transformational opportunities for young people through means-tested bursaries and we are so grateful to all our contributors and bidders for their support.”
The auction is open now, with bidding closing at 10.00pm on Monday 29 June.
For more information about the exhibition please contact The Eastbournian Society: es@eastbourne-college.co.uk