The Rochester & West Kent Art Society (RWKAS) is a local community group for people with an interest in any field of art. This includes disciplines such as drawing and painting, mixed media, collage, calligraphy, printmaking, pottery, photography, textile art, and fashion. We welcome people at any point in their creative journey.

Established in the 1920’s, the society’s founding members include Graham Sutherland and Lady Darnley of Cobham as well as many soon to be famous artist. RWKAS will soon be celebrating their centurion year and we are proud to present a selection of their members work from over the years.

RWKAS exists to encourage the appreciation of Art in its different styles and mediums, and to share the artistic passions of its members

They meet on the third Thursday evening of the month, at The Vines Church, Rochester for art demos, talks and workshops. From July to September, we meet weekly for drawing and painting outside, in local places of historical interest and natural beauty.