SAS Brushstrokes Celebrate Gainsborough’s 300th Anniversary with a Special Exhibition

20th April – 10th May 2027

Success After Stroke (SAS) Brushstrokes is delighted to announce a special mini exhibition celebrating the 300th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Gainsborough, one of Britain’s greatest artists.

The exhibition will be held from 20th April until 10th May next year 2027 at the front of the beautiful Gainsborough’s House Museum in Sudbury, Suffolk, the birthplace of the renowned painter.

The exhibition will showcase a wonderful collection of drawings and paintings created by members of the SAS Brushstrokes art group. Every week, our stroke survivors come together to enjoy the therapeutic benefits of art in classes led by Marnie and her dedicated team of volunteers. Their encouragement, patience and enthusiasm have helped members grow in confidence while discovering and developing their artistic talents.

Visitors will be amazed by the creativity, determination and skill on display. Each artwork tells its own story and reflects the remarkable achievements of artists who have overcome the challenges of stroke through friendship, perseverance and the joy of painting.

The exhibition is free to enter, and everyone is warmly invited to come along, enjoy the artwork and celebrate both the legacy of Thomas Gainsborough and the inspiring achievements of our SAS Brushstrokes artists.

There will be lots to see, and we are incredibly proud of the fantastic work our class has produced. We hope you will join us in supporting these talented artists and celebrating the power of creativity, recovery and community.

Venue: Front of Gainsborough’s House Museum, Sudbury, Suffolk
Admission: Free

SAS Brushstrokes Exhibition is back!

Saturday 14th March – Saturday 21st March, Sudbury

In March a very special Brushstrokes 2026 was held at the Sudbury Arts Centre, featuring art by our own members together with a number of local artists which raised over a staggering £20k.

Andy Walsh, the Sudbury Mayor, was welcomed during our Member’s coffee morning. The following day we were fortunate to have Frances Christie of Sotheby’s to come and give a fascinating talk about the Value of Art at the well-attended lunch.

At the preview evening, our new Chairman, Edward Mason thanked Lizzie Alston and the Brushstrokes Committee for working so hard with collating and setting up the artist’s work and excelling with this year’s wonderful exhibition.

Carols by Candlelight December 2026

Holy Trinity Church, Long Melford

Save the date!

Our carol service will take place on Thursday, 3rd December, 2026 at Holy Trinity, Long Melford