Vieunite is bringing together local talent, international perspectives and multidisciplinary creativity as part of Birmingham Open Studios 2026, with a special exhibition taking place at the Allsee Technologies Innovation Centre in Longbridge, Birmingham.
The exhibition is being held across 26–27 September and 3–4 October 2026 and is free to attend, offering artists, photographers, designers and art enthusiasts an opportunity to explore a diverse programme of creative work.
Birmingham Open Studios 2026 Exhibition in Longbridge
The Vieunite exhibition forms part of Birmingham Open Studios 2026 and brings the creative community into a technology-focused setting at the Allsee Technologies Innovation Centre.
The exhibition connects art, photography and technology while highlighting the continuing regeneration of Longbridge, an area with a strong industrial heritage. The Innovation Centre occupies part of the former car plant site and is opening its doors to the local community through this creative programme.
The September reception welcomed Vice Lord-Lieutenant Simon Topman MBE, Lord Mayor of Birmingham Councillor Zaker Choudhry, and local councillors Anthony Ward and Dr Charlie Latchford.
Birmingham Open Studios founder Owen de Visser also visited the exhibition during the afternoon and returned for the reception, recognising the significance of the Centre hosting an exhibition of this nature.
Vieunite’s Global Spectrum Highlights International Creativity
A central feature of the exhibition is Vieunite’s Global Spectrum, a collection that explores the relationship between people, places and the environments that surround them.
The collection brings together photographic and artistic perspectives from Birmingham and other parts of the world. It includes work by Birmingham-based photographer Richard Battye and the late Anthony Webb, alongside international contributions from Argentina, Patagonia, Canada and Switzerland.
Among the international artists featured is Christian Redermayer, adding another perspective to the exhibition’s exploration of place and environment.
By bringing artists from different locations together, Vieunite’s Global Spectrum demonstrates how photography and visual art can offer different interpretations of landscapes, surroundings and personal experiences.
Royal Photographic Society Central Region Showcase
The exhibition also features a curated showcase from the Royal Photographic Society Central Region.
The collection presents photography created by regional members during the past year, reflecting a wide range of photographic interests and creative approaches. The work includes images developed through photography walks, creative challenges and individual artistic projects.
The Royal Photographic Society, one of the world’s oldest photographic societies, adds a strong photographic dimension to the Birmingham Open Studios programme.
The Central Region showcase provides visitors with an opportunity to see how photographers across the region are developing their creative practices while responding to different subjects, locations and visual ideas.
Jo Vincent Brings Nature-Inspired Art
Multidisciplinary artist Jo Vincent is among the guest artists participating in the exhibition.
Vincent creates semi-abstract landscapes through en plein air practice, drawing inspiration from the natural world. Her work explores the relationship between creativity, nature and personal wellbeing.
Her approach adds a different dimension to the exhibition, demonstrating how artistic practice can be connected with observation, place and the experience of being outdoors.
Beth Alexandra Explores Heritage and Cultural Memory
Guest artist Beth Alexandra brings another distinctive perspective to the Birmingham exhibition through her exploration of mixed heritage and cultural identity.
Her practice moves between European and Kashmiri traditions, using painting, collage and ceramics to explore themes of cultural memory and identity.
Alexandra’s multidisciplinary approach complements the wider exhibition by introducing questions around heritage, belonging and how personal histories can influence artistic expression.
Art, Technology and Birmingham’s Creative Community
The Birmingham Open Studios 2026 exhibition reflects a growing intersection between art, technology and community spaces.
By hosting photography and artwork inside the Allsee Technologies Innovation Centre, the exhibition creates an opportunity for visitors to experience creative work in a contemporary technology environment.
The Longbridge location also adds historical significance to the event. The former car plant site has undergone significant transformation, and the Innovation Centre represents part of the area’s continuing development.
Vieunite’s involvement provides a further connection between digital technology and visual art, reflecting its wider work to make artwork accessible through digital displays and curated collections.
Free Exhibition for Artists and Art Lovers
The exhibition is open to artists, photographers, designers, creatives and members of the public interested in discovering new work.
Visitors can explore artwork from Birmingham and international locations while meeting people connected with the city’s creative community. The combination of photography, painting, ceramics and multidisciplinary work provides a broad programme for audiences with different interests in contemporary creativity.
Importantly, Birmingham Open Studios 2026 at the Vieunite exhibition is free to attend, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Visitors interested in attending can RSVP through the event registration link.
Vieunite Expands Access to Digital Art
Vieunite is focused on changing how people discover, display and experience art through technology. The company offers a curated digital art library alongside its range of Home and Pro digital canvases.
Its platform enables artwork to be displayed in homes, businesses and public spaces, creating additional opportunities for artists to reach audiences beyond traditional galleries and exhibitions.
The Birmingham Open Studios exhibition reflects this wider mission by bringing artists, photographers and audiences together while demonstrating how technology can support new ways of experiencing creative work.
Birmingham Open Studios 2026 Connects Local and Global Perspectives
The Vieunite exhibition at Birmingham Open Studios 2026 brings together an extensive mix of creative perspectives, from Birmingham photographers and Royal Photographic Society members to artists working across international locations.
Vieunite’s Global Spectrum, the RPS Central Region Showcase and the work of guest artists Jo Vincent and Beth Alexandra collectively create an exhibition focused on photography, nature, identity, place and cultural expression.
Taking place at the Allsee Technologies Innovation Centre in Longbridge, the event also demonstrates how emerging technology spaces can become platforms for cultural and creative engagement.
With free admission across the exhibition dates, 26–27 September and 3–4 October 2026, Birmingham Open Studios visitors have the opportunity to experience local and international creativity in one venue.
For artists, photographers and art enthusiasts, the exhibition offers an opportunity to discover new work and connect with Birmingham’s wider creative community.
