Artroom Gallery, Garstang, Preston, Lancashire
Welcome to Artroom Gallery - a contemporary art and craft gallery specialising in local and UK art and craft. Situated in the picturesque market town of Garstang, Lancashire, nestling below the Bowland Fells, this charming gallery specialises in original art and craft.
Current Exhibition
SPRING Exhibition: 'Signs of Spring' 2nd February to 24th April
An sumptuous colourful mix of exquisite HANDMADE art & craft with great ideas for Mother's Day gifts & interior objects that are just that little bit different. Paintings of Tulips by Kate Bigland from Kirkby Lonsdale; Watercolours of flowers by Janette Phillips from Milnthorpe; bowls, jugs & vases with beatuiful floral hand painted decoration by Ken & Valerie Shelton; hand carved birds by John Mercer including Kingfisher Heron Avocet; textile art of flower borders by Barbara Jepson
Current Exhibition Preview >New Workshops
All workshops are £38 each; there may be a small extra charge for materials on the day. More details & materials list available by contacting the gallery 01995 600400 email helen@artroomgallery.co.uk or call in and pick up a copy. Click to download a booking form and click here to download a list of materials.
3rd March 2012 full day 10am-3pm
Abundance: Explore mark making in depicting floral still lives using watercolours With Janette Phillips
A perfect opportunity to observe & try out Janette's technique with this delicate & popular medium. Expand your knowledge and range of techniques. Subject matter will be loosely inspirational as you explore the paint techniques. Suitable for both beginners and those who want to learn more about this medium.
28th April 2012 10 - 3.30pm
Batik: Creating Painterly Backgrounds for Stitch With Barbara Jepson
Explore this interesting method of creating decorated cloth using wax and dyes which can subsquently be stitched onto to create textile art pieces
About Us
Artroom Gallery was established in September 2007 with the aim of highlighting talented UK artists and designer-makers, giving the public the opportunity to purchase special, unique, hand - crafted artworks. Lancashire and northern artists feature prominently, many of whom are members of Made in Lancashire Arts and Crafts, some from Garstang.
Artwork is carefully selected by owner Helen Carr and visual consultant Linda Robinson with the emphasis on beauty, quality, and originality. The Artroom Gallery streams with light making it an ideal space for viewing art and craft. Helen and Linda both have art degrees and will offer advice and knowledge about the artwork offering help with selection, sourcing and hanging of pieces.
The gallery presents a range of affordable, unique hand-crafted artworks including paintings, prints, ceramics, glassware, and designer crafted, jewellery, textiles and items made of wood.
Exhibitions are held seasonally to showcase the work of particular artists and designer-makers.
Opening Hours
Mon-Sat: 10am - 5pm
Wednesday & Sunday: Closed
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