AN art society is celebrating a milestone anniversary next week with an exhibition of artists' work.

The Stockton and Billingham Art Society is celebrating its tenth anniversary of meeting as a group with an exhibition of their work from September 18 to October 16, in Billingham Art Gallery.

Ron Swires, who has never exhibited his work before, will also be displaying his paintings alongside the selection of pieces from society members.

Admission to the exhibition is free and is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday.