Do you remember these varied art exhibitions around Suffolk?

Woodbridge Adult Centre's art group at their exhibition in January 1968 (Image: Archant)

The area is also linked with many other well-known artists who have taken inspiration from its beautiful landscapes and wide open skies over the decades.

The annual Easter Art Exhibition in Southwold in April 1980 (Image: Archant)

But it's not just famous names who are busy creating art in Suffolk. Today we are looking back into our archives at a range of exhibitions demonstrating the talent of a wide range of artists.

West Suffolk Schools Art Exhibition in March 1985 (Image: Archant)

Some photos here were taken at events featuring artwork designed to inspire children, as well as pieces created by youngsters themselves.

Deben High School in Felixstowe's exhibition of local primary school children's artwork in 2006. It was attended by three artists who had worked with the children (Image: Deben High School in Felixstowe's exhibition of local primary school children's artwork in 2006.)

Did you, a friend or a family member contribute to any of the exhibitions featured here, or do you remember going along?

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A children's art exhibition at Bury Art Gallery in March 1984 (Image: Archant)

Somersham art and craft exhibition in June 1965 (Image: Archant)

University Campus Suffolk students' art and photography exhibition in Ipswich in 2009 (Image: Archant)

Judging of Felixstowe WI's art exhibition in May 1976 (Image: Archant)