Miroslava Večeřová - Before It Was Water

Public Opening: Saturday 12 September 2026
12-4 pm

Amici Studio
12 Claremont
Hastings
TN34 1HA

Public Opening: Miroslava Večeřová | Before It Was Water

Before It Was Water is a new body of work by Miroslava Večeřová exploring the ocean as a shared, more-than-human home and the porous relationships between human bodies and the ecosystems that sustain them.

Moving between land, water and air, the exhibition brings together new sculpture, drawing and sound to consider breath, deep time and the interconnected material systems through which human and non-human life coexist.

The exhibition includes an immersive sound installation created in collaboration with sound artist Dr Isobel Anderson, diffused across a custom-built sound system designed by Tony D. Birch as part of this year’s XMTR Audio Arts Festival.

On Saturday 26 September, Miroslava and Isobel will come together at Amici Studio for a special XMTR event exploring the ideas, processes and collaboration behind the work. Further details will be announced soon.

Artist: Miroslava Večeřová
Sound artist: Dr Isobel Anderson
Sound-system design: Tony D. Birch

Accessibility: Step-free access via lift. Accessible WC within the Studio.

Please RSVP to attend the Public Opening.

About Amici Studio

Amici Studio is a multi-use creative space based in Hastings, East Sussex. Opening in January 2026 at 12 Claremont, next to Hastings Library, the Studio delivers a public programme of exhibitions, events and learning activity for artists, creative practitioners and local communities across Hastings, St Leonards and the wider East Sussex coast.

Exhibitions

The programme is structured around six two-month blocks across the year, each anchored by a core exhibition. These exhibitions form the backbone of Amici Studio’s activity and are accompanied by a wider layer of public-facing events, discussions and artist-led activity.

Events and Public Programme

Alongside exhibitions, Amici Studio hosts talks, performances, Salon Dinners and a monthly talks programme launching in spring 2026. These events create opportunities for conversation, exchange and shared experience around contemporary practice.

Artist Development

Amici Studio supports artist development through mentoring, portfolio conversations and practical workshops. These activities are designed to reduce barriers to participation, particularly for young people, early-career practitioners, disabled people and carers, and those facing financial or social obstacles to accessing arts and culture.

In Progress

When needed, the studio will host short-term artist In Progress occupations, offering space for live making, experimentation and exchange. These projects are process-led and provide opportunities for artists and audiences to engage with work in development.

Community and Collaboration

Amici Studio works closely with local partners and organisations, including Project Art Works, who are based in the same building. Collaboration and shared activity are central to the Studio’s approach, supporting connections across practices and communities.

Find Us

Amici Studio

12 Claremont

Hastings

East Sussex

TN34 1HA

Amici Studio is a five-minute walk from Hastings Station.

If you have time, it is also around a twenty-minute walk from St Leonards Warrior Square, via the independent shops of St Leonards and along the seafront for those with time for a more scenic route.

Trains from London

London Victoria (slower route)
London Charing Cross or London Bridge (approximately 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 40)
High Speed from London St Pancras International (change at Ashford International)

Get Involved

Amici Studio welcomes artists, audiences, community groups and collaborators to take part in its programme. Whether you’d like to attend an event, propose an idea or find out more, we encourage you to get in touch and be part of the conversation.

Contact: community@amici.art