The AAS team

Andrew Wallis became the Society's President in January 2026.

He was always interested in picture making from an early age. Although he was discouraged by art teachers in his teens, he moved onto photography. 

Following a successful career in commercial horticulture he eventually discovered the excitement of watercolour, which continues to be the medium he loves to use. 

After living on the continent for 4 years, painting became his raison d’etre and he became Chair of Arundel Art Society. Six years as chair have shown Andrew another side to the art world and he values the experience as it has prepared him to take on the role of President. 

Having grown up close to the sea and Dartmoor it is not surprising that Andrew’s passion is to paint boats and wide open spaces, with an occasional architectural scene and portrait thrown in. He is fascinated especially by light and reflections and is a frequent visitor to Devon's South Hams, Dartmoor, and East Anglia.

In his role as President he considers it important to continue to encourage others in their art journey through Arundel Art Society.