Hettie Judah Book Launch, Signing, Q&A and Artist presentations: How to Enter the Art World after…... a late start, a first career, illness, raising children, a crisis of confidence, leaving it in disgust.

We are delighted to welcome Hettie Judah to the gallery to celebrate the launch of her latest book, How to Enter the Art World after…... a late start, a first career, illness, raising children, a crisis of confidence, leaving it in disgust.

The session will begin with four short presentations by local artists. This is a chance to share some of their recent work and ideas. Anyone attending is welcome to submit an email to howtoentertheartworldafter@gmail.com (subject line- Chichester) and four names will be selected at random.

The presentations will be followed by a relaxed hour-long Q&A with Hettie. We will be seated in a circle, and everyone is invited to participate. Together, the event will move between individual practices and shared discussion, reflecting on how artists navigate entry, re-entry and continuity within the art world. The end of the session will be an opportunity for conversation between participants, and a book signing.

Doors open 4.30pm for a 5pm start.

Hettie Judah is a writer, and curator of the acclaimed exhibition Acts of Creation: On Art and Motherhood. The author of numerous books on art, she is well known as a critic, columnist, broadcaster and advocate for artists’ rights. Her latest book, How to Enter the Art World is a grown-up guide for any artist whose life is complicated, demanding and, well, human. Informed by years spent working with artists and dozens of candid interviews, it is a myth-busting bonanza full of insights, ideas and inspiration. Frank, funny and occasionally forthright, this is your friend on the path (back) into the art world.

Julian Page Projects is an art gallery and publisher based in Chichester, specialising in Modern and Contemporary Art with a strong focus on prints and works on paper. Originally established in London in 2008, the gallery opened its current physical space in Chichester in June 2025. The gallery represents a roster of contemporary artists while also dealing in works by established 20th-century masters like Bridget Riley, with whom they work closely on worldwide print sales.

We host a variety of solo and survey shows throughout the year.

The current show can be viewed before the event begins:

Marcelle Hanselaar: Graphic Scenes (16 April – 30 May 2026).

A survey exhibition celebrating over 25 years of printmaking by the artist.

Gallery Hours: Thursday to Friday 11-4, Saturday 11-2

Tickets for this event are £5. Buy HERE

This is a limited number event so please book your place in advance via Eventbrite before it sells out.