We are a small group of East Kent artists bringing together an exciting collection of artwork in oils, pastels, acrylics, and contemporary collage.

While our 2026 exhibition has now concluded, our collective is continuously creating. We are currently working on new pieces and planning our next group show.

The MAHL Online Shop is Now Open!

We are delighted to announce that you can now browse and purchase original artwork from MAHL artists directly through our website.

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Painting of Whitstable Harbour with the movement and energy from the Vorticism school by Peter Cordeaux

John Hughes

Voices from The Horsebridge

What our MAHL 2026 Exhibition visitors had to say...

"Fantastic collection.

We call in most weeks and this is probably the best collection we have seen."

"Very interesting.

Loved chatting to the artists alongside their work, which is all excellent."

"Stunning work.

Loved the diversity of subjects and the amazing different artists' technques."

The Bigger Picture

MAHL Exclusive: Inside the Process with John Hughes

Ahead of our recent MAHL 2026 exhibition at The Horsebridge in Whitstable, we sat down with MAHL founding member John Hughes to pull back the curtain on his creative process. Discover how he balances his enduring artistic presence with a fresh, evolving vision for the collective.

Read the Exclusive Interview!

Building Icons

Ever wondered how a multi-layered paper collage is created? Go behind the scenes in the studio with exhibiting artist Alison Drewett, and watch her iconic 'Battersea Power Station' collage come to life piece by piece in this short time-lapse video.

Meet the Artists

Peter Cordeaux

Returning to the north Kent coast after a career in education, Peter embraced a more expressive style of traditional landscape painting, inspired by the vibrancy and energy of the sea, particularly around Whitstable. His work evolves through layers of acrylic paint, capturing the changing views of the coast and landscape with a distinct cubist feel.

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Alison Drewett

Based in East Kent, Alison is an award-winning collage artist and founder of a thriving local collage club. What started as a small group 4 years ago has grown into a community of 40 members meeting weekly. Alison's dedication to the boundaries of the medium was recently recognized by Contemporary Collage Magazine, winning the Gold Award in the Representational Category for a bespoke house portrait commission.

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Paul Gadenne

Based in Canterbury, Paul works primarily in watercolour and oil, blending his background in commercial interior architecture with his artistic practice. As a seasoned design lecturer and a founding member of Urban Sketchers Canterbury, his works often carry elements of narrative and reflect everyday life. Paul has gained recognition through appearances on Sky Arts and Channel Four.

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John Hughes

An accomplished artist and educator, John has maintained a prolific practice since graduating with a Fine Art degree from Ravensbourne College of Art and Design. With extensive teaching experience, John’s work has been exhibited widely, including prestigious venues like The Royal Academy Summer Exhibition. His paintings reflect a deep connection to the landscapes of Kent.

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We are a small group of East Kent artists bringing together an exciting collection of artwork in oils, pastels, acrylics, and contemporary collage.

While our 2026 exhibition has now concluded, our collective is continuously creating. We are currently working on new pieces and planning our next group show.

The MAHL Online Shop is Now Open!

Peter Cordeaux

Alison Drewett

Paul Gadenne

John Hughes

"Fantastic collection.

"Very interesting.

"Stunning work.

The Bigger Picture

Meet the Artists

Peter Cordeaux

Alison Drewett

Paul Gadenne

John Hughes

Our MAHL Artists are all proud members of the East Kent Art Society