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Galleries & Art Trails
artists makers studios exhibitions craftsmen
With a region so rich in creative talent indulge yourself in a unique purchase that will
forever remind you of your visit and has a real story behind it.
Old Chapel Gallery
Established in 1989, Old Chapel Gallery sources the best in handmade British contemporary fine arts & crafts, made by both emerging and nationally established artists and makers, alongside the innovative work of talented newcomers.
This is firmly established as a centre of excellence for casual browsers and serious collectors alike.
Seasonal exhibitions are held throughout the year, in a variety of media, which provides the opportunity to introduce new young makers alongside well-known names and to keep the work on show fresh and ever-changing.
Located in the heart of Pembridge village, between Kington and Leominster in a
key position on the popular North Herefordshire black and white village trail, look on their website for details of seasonal exhibitions and showcases www.oldchapelgallery.co.uk
H.Art
A highlight of Herefordshire’s art calendar,
this week-long event 5-13 September
captures the whole county on a wonderful open-house trail where artists as well as regular venues welcome you into their private studios, galleries and workshops, many not usually open to the public. Look out for special exhibitions and collectives too. There’s a whole map of locations on www.h-art.org.uk
Meadow Arts
This initiative specialises in staging exhibitions in unusual locations around the region. The thought-provoking visuals are always accessible, presented with impressive
impact and often out in the open – get your smiles and ‘wows’ ready. Find out where the current installations are on www.meadowarts.org
The Lion Gallery
Since 2005 this Leominster gallery has provided a showcase for the best in contemporary craftwork and fine art from the region, going on to show nearly 500 makers. Discover unique works from printmakers, painters, ceramicists, sculptors, jewellers, woodworkers, glass makers and textile artists alongside mixed media, original prints, photographs and paintings, with high quality hand made craftwork from local and national makers. Fresh work is regularly introduced and featured artist’s work changed
frequently. www.liongallery.co.uk
The Herefordshire Guild of Craftsmen
This collective of skilled artists and craft workers earn a living by their craft and live or work in and around the beautiful county of Herefordshire.
Meet the makers of exquisite furniture, jewellery, glass, ceramics, leather and metalwork, textiles, woodcraft, art, flowercraft and resinwork.
Founded in 1953 to promote craftsmanship within the county, the guild is a non-profit making co-operative and showcases its members’ incredible talents with special exhibitions and events. You’ll find them at large shows like the Royal Three Counties and Autumn Shows. Find out where they’ll be on www.herefordcraftguild.org.uk
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