On display will be results of activity during the Society's Saturday morning painting sessions at the Senior Citizens Rooms in Wade Avenue.

"This will be the first exhibition for some of our new members," Art Society president Ann Rayment said.

"Some of our group will be exposing their artistic talent for the first time."

Artist Lynne McQuillan, winner of the inaugural Penny Paniz Art Prize, is one member who has found the Saturday morning sessions beneficial.

"It's good working together and it's a friendly group of people," Mrs McQuillan said. "We share skills and enthusiasm."

She said a new expressive approach had started creeping into her artwork since joining the Art Society Saturday sessions.

"I think it comes from Ann," Mrs McQuillan said.

"Now, instead of reaching for a brown shade, I'll reach for an orange."

Ms Rayment said it was refreshing to get together and glean something from other artists' work.

"It's good to show your ideas," she said. "Everyone soaks up information about techniques and artists."

Visitors can soak up the results at the Roxy Gallery between 9am and 4pm from Friday until Sunday. An official opening will be held from 6pm on Thursday.