Arteria with Gallery 23 - Life is always full of surprises

CHRIS HUGHES AT "CREATED" @ GALLERY 23 - 04/02/2012

I am a part-time potter and artist and work full time in education. For my drawings I use either coloured pencils or pastels, liking the direct contact with the surface, using smudging and rubbing techniques to achieve the variations in tones and shades which I see in the skies, clouds, landscapes and water I try to represent.

The drawings have become more and more abstract and many later works are totally so but remain heavily influenced by elements from the landscape.

I hand build all my pots using pinching, coiling, slabbing and modelling techniques. I make figures, animal forms, bowls, bottles and candlesticks.

Many of my latest forms are sharp edged and finely balanced, the bottle forms often twisting as they rise.My figures reflect my own interest in mountain walking and climbing but I have made many characters specially commissioned to suit the owner.

I have exhibited my work in local exhibitions over many years; the drawings and pots regularly in Southport Palette Club annual exhibition. I have work in the Beaux Arts Gallery in Ludlow and the Rob Piercey Gallery in Porthmadoc.

TRACEY BIRCHWOOD AT "CREATED" @ GALLERY 23 - 03/02/2012

These stunning collections are made from porcelain and are intricately wrapped with very fine wire. Geometric patterns feature strongly and all the surface decoration is precisely applied.

Tracey’s original collection incorporates silver wire with coloured porcelain and each piece has a subtle yet glittery appearance. In contrast the funky collection incorporates a medley of strong vibrant colours in bold stripes and checks. This innovative range combines Tracey’s trademark porcelain with enamelled copper wire.

The ‘Tassel’ collection is more feminine and glamorous! Each individual piece combines very simple fittings with multiple porcelain drops.

Tracey graduated in 3-Dimensional Design from Brighton University where she majored in ceramics. Tracey is from Manchester and after her degree she moved back home and in 1996 established her studio at the Manchester Craft & Design Centre in the city’s Northern Quarter.

"CREATED" EXHIBITION FEATURED ON BBC RADIO LANCASHIRE! - 27/01/2012

Our latest exhibition "CREATED" was featured on the John Gillmore show on BBC Radio Lancashire show yesterday.

Sharon Burns (General Manager of Arteria with Gallery 23) Art & Craft Guild of Lancashire artists Christine Corthorn and Diana Morrison were in the studio with "Gilly" and Fiona Frank (neice of Hannah Frank, the late Glasgow artist who is also being showcased at the gallery) also linked up live from BBC Dundee

You can listen here...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/i/p00mwnkk/

HANNAH FRANK @ GALLERY 23 - 13/01/2012

Amongst the independent artists taking part in the new "CREATED" exhibition is Hannah Frank who studied at the Glasgow School of Art in the 1920's, exhibited at the Royal Academy, Royal Scottish Academy and was awarded posthumous honorary doctorate by the university of Glasgow for services to art. The late artists work is being represented by her neice, Fiona Frank who lives in Lancaster.

Jane Richardson explains: "To have the work of such a credible and prolific artist is truly inspiring for us as a gallery and we have no doubt that visitors will find her collection both intriguing and enchanting. We hold laot of respect for Hanah and indeed for her neice Fiona who is working so hard to keep her legacy alive."

Visitors to the gallery will be able to see limited edition framed prints, sculptures, card and note gift packsand an original pen and ink drawing by the great artist (original is not for sale)

ART & CRAFT GUILD MEMBERS COLLABORATE AT THE "CREATED" EXHIBITION - 13/01/2012

Two of the Art and Craft Guild Members have collaborated to deliver an inspirational collection of interior pieces. Arthur Stewart, who designs and makes handmade wooden furniture has teamed up with fellow Guild artist Joanne Eddon whose area of expertise is textile design. The results are breathtaking!

They have "CREATED" interior lighting and room dividers that have caused quite a stir in both the gallery and the window display of our Brock Street store.The thoughtfully crafted wooden structures of the table lamps, floor lamps and screens have been beautifully decored by Joannes hand painted lampshades and silk panels. The most commonly heard reaction from visitors who have seen them so far (and this is only on day one1 might add!) is "WOW!!"Why not come and be "wowed" .... the exhibition runs until 24th March...See you soon.

"CREATED" @ GALLERY 23 - 11/01/2012

Lancaster’s Arteria with Gallery 23 opens 2012 with an inspiring and sensational exhibition of local art and design.

“CREATED” is a collection of works combining the artistic talents of the Art and Craft Guild of Lancashire plus other selected independent artists and makers.

Jane Richardson, Managing Director and owner of Gallery 23 enthuses; “We are delighted to once again host the Art and Craft Guild of Lancashire as they exhibit what we believe to be their best showcase yet! It is a pleasure to support this highly skilled group of artists that hold a fabulous reputation for producing such a diverse array of works”

Amongst the independent artists taking part is Hannah Frank who studied at the Glasgow School of Art in the 1920’s, exhibited at the Royal Academy, Royal Scottish Academy and was awarded posthumous honorary doctorate by the University of Glasgow for services to art. The late artist is being represented by her niece, Fiona Frank who lives in Lancaster.

Jane explains; “To have the work of such a credible and prolific artist is truly inspiring for us as a gallery and we have no doubt that visitors will find her collection both intriguing and enchanting. We hold a lot of respect for Hannah and indeed her niece Fiona who is working so hard to keep her legacy alive”

“CREATED” works as an acknowledgement, a credit and a reminder, as to just how talented North West artist community is and also, the wealth of individual creatives we have in Lancaster alone.

Jane concludes; “It never ceases to amaze and inspire us to see the amount of supremely talented artists and makers we have on our doorstep. We do hope that visitors to our Brock Street gallery will enjoy viewing both the established and newly exhibited works.”

With an eclectic mix of paintings, limited edition prints, photography, mixed media wall art, jewellery, ceramics, sculpture and textiles it is evident that what Gallery 23 has “CREATED” is indeed a feast for the eyes!

The exhibition runs from 11th January through to 24th March 2012 and is open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm and Saturdays 9.30-5.30pm.