A NEW exhibition showcasing the talent of Helensburgh artists will launch next month.

The Next Step Exhibition opening will take place at The Oak Tree Gallery between 2-4pm on Sunday, September 29 with light refreshments provided.

It will show a selection of artwork from 15 Helensburgh-based artists, including several pieces from members of the town's art club and some new artists who have recently moved to the area.

The exhibition will open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday, October 2-31, at the East King Street venue.

The artists include Ania Blasinska, Liz Gunn, Kim Duncan, Sapel Tagore-Evans, Scott Wylie, Pamela Randal, Chris Hollis, Jeanette Carver, Margery Osborne, Ian Williams, Katy Stone, Linda Wilson, Janet Wilson, Karen Livingstone and Catherine Page.

There will be an opportunity for the public to vote for their favourite painting with a £50 prize donated by Acorn Art Picture Farmers.

Voting can be done within the gallery or on The Oak Tree Gallery Facebook page.