Meet our judges
Toni Frostick is a working-class artist whose studio is based at Parndon Mill.
She is known for her gritty pastel and charcoal works inspired by everyday life and overlooked urban spaces. Her piece Wheels of the Roving Café won the Unison Young Artist Award at the Mall Galleries’ Pastel Society Annual Exhibition in 2020. Toni is the Operations Manager for Harlow Art Trust and continues to champion accessible, community-focused art that encourages people of all ages to get involved creatively.
B.A. Art History, M.A. Arts Policy and Management
Working Class Artist and Academic
Insta: @tonifrostick
Tracey Pinnington is a full-time artist based in Bishop’s Stortford, with over twenty years of professional practice behind her.
Her work is published by Buckingham Fine Art Ltd and shown in galleries across the UK, including Aura Fine Art, Soho Fine Art, Nova Fine Art and Cotswold Contemporary.
Working primarily in acrylic, Tracey is known for her striking wildlife pieces. Often using light and shadow to carve out form, heighten atmosphere and draw attention to the character of the subjects she paints. Her animals often appear to emerge from darkness, revealing details you would rarely notice in the wild. Her intention is simple: To bring people closer to wildlife through art.
Over the years, Tracey's work has received numerous awards and has featured in various books and magazine publications, including Artists & Illustrators. She enjoyed seven years on the creative design team for Crafter's Companion and is an active committee member of the Bishop's Stortford Art Society, supporting local art.
Website: www.tpinningtonart.co.uk
Insta: traceyp_art
Facebook: Tracey Pinnington Artist
James O’Donnell is a local dad of three and the host of The Bishop’s Stortford Community Podcast, sharing the stories of local people, businesses and clubs across the town. He also runs True Tone Media, creating candid, interview led video content for local businesses. James is all about community, connection, and helping great work get seen.
@bscommunitypodcast
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Hayley Harris, Community Manager at Jackson Square, where I lead all things community, CSR and social value across the centre. I’m passionate about creating meaningful connections between the centre and the people it serves, working with local groups, charities and partners to bring community initiatives to life.
Outside of my day-to-day role, I’m a keen painter and a self-confessed doodler. If you’ve spotted colourful doodles brightening up some of the centre’s windows, there’s a good chance you’ve already seen my work. Creativity is something I love to share, which makes me especially excited to be part of the judging panel for this year’s children’s competition.
insta: @hayleyharris
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Meet Our Supporters
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Venue: Jackson Square – Community Space, Bishop’s Stortford
Dates: Saturday 30 May & Sunday 31 May
Opening Hours: 10:00 – 15:00
Important Information for Parents
All participating children will have their artwork displayed during the exhibition.
Each child will receive a trophy and a personalised certificate.
Artwork Drop-Off Information
• Primary Drop-Off: 21 May – 28 May
• Address: Email to artvibecommunity@gmail.com
• All artworks will be transported to Jackson Square on 29 May
• Last-Minute Drop-Off at Jackson Square: 29 May, 4:00pm – 5:00pm (during setup)
Artwork Collection
• Sunday 31 May – collection possible immediately after the event from 3:00pm
• or Monday 1 June – Tuesday 2 June (details confirmed with parents)
Full Weekend Timetable
Saturday – 30 May
• 08:30 – 09:45 | Setup
• 10:00 | Exhibition Opens
• 10:00 – 12:00 | Mood Boards Workshop with Chrystal
• 11:00 – approx. 11:45 | Exhibition Recognition Ceremony
• 12:00 – 12:30 | Transition / Space Reset
• 12:30 – 14:30 | Zentangle Workshop with Marian
• 15:00 | Close
Sunday – 31 May
• 10:00 | Exhibition Opens
• 10:00 – 12:30 | Open Exhibition Viewing & Meet the Artists
• 12:30 – 14:30 | Zentangle Workshop with Marian
• 15:00 | Close
Art on Display
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Artvibeworld
Go beyond the gallery walls — discover the stories, secrets, and soul of ArtVibe.
Get inspired by the creators, moments, and magic that keep our art world beating.
Our Past Exhibitions/Events
Jackson Square
Spring Exhibition 2025
Always Love coming back there !
Our Spring Exhibition 2025 at Jackson Square was bursting with creativity — 11 inspiring artists, vibrant workshops, and even one very talented dog! A joyful celebration of art, energy, and community.
Sawbridgeworth Memorial Hall 2024
Always Welcoming - Our First Event
Our first-ever Exhibition lit up Sawbridgeworth Memorial Hall!
With five amazing artists and a buzzing, welcoming atmosphere, it was a truly special way to celebrate the Christmas season.
Full of Beans Sawbridgeworth
Amazing Continuous Collaboration
Full of Beans, the lovely wholesome shop & café, is now joining the ArtVibe journey!
They loved the idea of pop-up galleries — and learning that the café’s very first owner was an artist made it feel meant to be.
Our Upcoming Events
Our Events are Now Planned
Our canvas of events is taking shape, with many more ideas waiting to be unveiled.
If you feel the pull to join ArtVibe, reach out to us via email — we’d love to connect.
New details are on their way, so watch this space as the story continues…
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Our Story
Hello! I’m Urszula — though most people call me Ula. I’m a mother of three wonderful kids, and my days are filled with creativity, nature, and a love of capturing life through photography. I adore gardening, being outdoors, and immersing myself in the beauty around me. I’m also passionate about pole sport, even if I don’t get to practise as much as I’d like these days. Alongside all this, I organise KidzFair events, helping young entrepreneurs bring their dreams to life.
ArtVibe began with my son, whose opportunities to share his artwork were limited because of his age. One of his paintings, “Don’t Lose Your Colours,” inspired me deeply — a reminder to hold on to our uniqueness, creativity, and joy, no matter what. Watching him, I realised that so many talented people face barriers — whether it’s social media pressure, group restrictions, or simply not fitting the usual mould.
That’s why I created ArtVibe: a space where creativity belongs to everyone. Here, you are always welcome, because if you create, you are an artist — and that matters. ArtVibe is a family, full of encouragement, connection, and warmth, and I love welcoming every new creative soul who wants to join us.
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