2026 Annual Exhibition
The Guild was delighted to hold the 53rd Annual Aviation Paintings of the Year Exhibition from the 5th to the 7th of June, 2026 at the Shuttleworth Collection, Old Warden aerodrome, Bedfordshire.
Click here to see the paintings
Click here to see the awards
Click here to view or download the 2026 catalogue
The exhibition was opened by Mr John Deston Hon VP, FRBA, Former Manager of Exhibitions and Events, The Mall Galleries.
Key dates and times
Friday 5th June: 11:00am to 5:00pm. Reception at 12:00pm with opening speeches at 12:30pm, by invitation only (guests and exhibiting guests).
Saturday 6th June: 10:00am to 5:00pm. Open to the general public with normal museum entry.
Sunday 7th June: 10:00am to 5:00pm. Open to the general public with normal museum entry.
Click here for information on how to get to the Shuttleworth Collection.
The exhibition is an unmissable occasion for lovers of all forms of aviation art. Packed with wholly original works by some of the finest aviation artists in the world, each the result of meticulous observation or careful research of aircraft, events, personalities and historical achievements blended with artistic skills in land, sea and skyscapes.
For further information please contact the Guild office on 0333 130 2223 or email.
