Meet Our Host and Celebrity Sitters
Gary Mansfield is a multi‑disciplinary artist, curator, speaker and host of the Ministry of Arts Podcast. His work spans drawing, sculpture and installation and is grounded in themes of identity, empathy, social justice and time. Gary’s creative journey and advocacy for accessible art inform his bold, politically charged aesthetic, and his podcast features conversations with leading figures from
Celebrity Sitter - Cllr Catherine Glynn-Davies
Cllr Catherine Glynn‑Davies serves as the Mayor of Worthing and represents Broadwater Ward. A lifelong community champion, she previously worked in teaching and social care and remains passionate about the arts and local talent. We’re honoured she’ll take the hot seat as a celebrity sitter for Sussex PAOTY 2026.
Celebrity Sitter - Jeremy Cunningham
Jeremy Cunningham is a founding member, bassist, and album cover artist for the acclaimed rock band Levellers. Having studied art at Reigate School of Art and Brighton Art College, Jeremy has maintained a lifelong dedication to visual art alongside his music career. Working primarily in painting and printmaking, his practice reflects a deep interest in history,
Rich Miller
Rich Miller is a ceramic artist, designer and judge on Channel 4’s The Great Pottery Throw Down. With a degree in ceramics and decades of studio experience, he leads Froyle Tiles - a studio producing bespoke stoneware and commissioned ceramic work. Rich’s own practice draws on historical design and multicultural influences, blending traditional craft with contemporary expression. We’re
