Enjoy an artistic view of British motors at Warwickshire museum

The Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon is hosting a special exhibition by members of the Guild of Motoring Artists (GMA), which will feature more than 60 pictures and sculptures of British cars.

Since it was formed by a group of professional artists in 1986, the GMA has attracted some of the best and diverse automotive artists through its membership, exhibiting around the UK and in the USA.

The Gaydon centre displayed works by members in 2004 and staff are keen to welcome them back to help celebrate British motoring heritage. The exhibition will include miniature art, workshops and demonstrations for beginner and professional levels.

The display will also include makes and models from around the world.

All the artwork will be available for sale and visitors can request commissions from artists for any automotive subject matter.

Professional and amateur artists whose work shows a commitment to motoring and motorsports topics are invited to apply to join the guild. Anyone interested should email five examples of their work to [email protected]

Successful applicants will be invited to join, while unsuccessful applicants can join the Friends of the Guild.

The exhibition at the Gaydon centre starts next Saturday (April 27) and will run until June 3.

Entry fees are £12 for adults, £8 for children and free for under-fives. Concessions and family tickets are available.

To find out more, call 641188 or visit www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

For further details about the guild, visit www.motorart.co.uk