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Artist thanks hospital with personalised paintings after complex hand surgery

Artist, Ann Force, from Falmouth, Cornwall, was so thrilled with life-changing hand surgery at a local Plymouth hospital, that she has gifted medical staff with personalised cartoon illustrations to say thank you.

Retired Head Teacher, Ann, 67, recently underwent complex hand surgery at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth, to treat effects of Dupuytren's, a genetic condition which...

Pomegranate by Kirsten Elswood

The Christmas Exhibition

The English Artist is looking forward to hosting their first Christmas Exhibition which will be brimming with beautiful pieces chosen from their resident artists. It is starting on Saturday, 16th November and will be on throughout December.

The exhibition will include bespoke glassware for the table, vases and also more sculptural pieces by Phil Atril , Bob Crooks , Graeme Hawes and Erica Poyser . Hand thrown ceramic bowls, mugs and jugs by Michael Taylor , decorated earthenware by RAMP , porcelain by Anna Silverton and new sculptures by Craig Underhill .

There will be a...

Jo Faulkner - Song Thrush

Jo Faulkner Exhibition

The English Artist is delighted to be hosting an exhibition of work by one of the gallery’s most popular local artists, Jo Faulkner.

I am thrilled to be exhibiting for the first time at The English Artist. Sarah has created a beautiful gallery and it’s wonderful to be able to join a talented family of artists and creatives in such a special space.”

Traditionally trained to paint Jo’s diverse career has always involved textile design. Today she combines original artisan techniques to create her multi- layered, intricate collages which...

Jean Jones - Across the Plym

SOLACE OF PLACE - Exhibition of Paintings by Jean Jones

The Brownston Gallery is delighted to once again show works by the late Dartmoor painter, Jean Jones.

Married to John Jones, an Oxford Don, Jean loved to escape the pressures of academic life by spending as much time as possible at Yellands, their hideaway cottage on the edge of Dartmoor. Yellands became Jean's place of refuge and from there she painted much-loved and familiar scenes including the nearby Ringmoor Standing Stones, the China Clay Pit, the River Plym as well as neighbouring fields and farms. Solace of Place is packed with Jean’s bright and vivid...

Misty with Rooks by Marcelle Milo-Gray

Exhibition - A BOUNTY OF RICHES

The Brownston Gallery is delighted to be hosting A Bounty of Riches , three exhibitions in one this month.

In the Main Gallery we have beautiful paintings by Julie Ellis , including some gorgeous floral pieces which are a new departure for this talented painter; we also have delightful, exquisitely composed works from Marcelle Milo-Gray and stunning, atmospheric seascapes from North Devon painter Ben Lucas . In the small gallery we are holding a Studio Sale of a collection of paintings by...

The Tonic of Wildness by Matt Hoile

The Summer Exhibition

Summer is here at last and we are delighted to present some sizzling hot art from our favourite gallery artists including work by Ben Lucas , Mark Fielding , Barry Kelly , Matt Hoile , Jo Vollers and many more. Over the next few weeks there will be an array of new artworks being shown, all guaranteed to make you feel warm and summery. So when you are not crabbing, lying on the beach, surfing the waves or sailing offshore, please do come along and see what we have in store. And, there's lots more to see and do in and around Modbury, so why not make a day of it.

To view the...

Living on the Edge by Teresa Pemberton

EXHIBITION - The Light Beneath

The Light Beneath is a lovely exhibition showcasing paintings by two of The Brownston Gallery's favourites, Jo Vollers and Teresa Pemberton , and is also introducing a new artist, Polly Luce . These three inspiring artists show their skill at capturing light which emanates from their paintings and brings them alive. The vibrant, varied colours used and the subject matter they've each chosen is perfect for this time of year. A truly joyous and uplifting exhibition, not to be missed. The private view is being held on Thursday 23rd May from 6-8pm. Everyone is welcome and you will get a chance...

Tony Williams - A Frosty Reception

The South West Academy Spring Exhibition

This major exhibition introduces emerging and established members of The South West Academy and highlights the high calibre of artistic talent that abounds in our beautiful region of the South West.

The Spring Exhibition is being supported by local businesses, Marchand Petit , Straker Financial Services and Devon Cove Vodka and is showcasing paintings by Colin Allbrook , Simon Ashby , Judith Cummings , Mark Fielding , Marilyn Wedgwood-Johnson, Tony Williams and sculpture by Andrew Thomas .

The gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday from 10am - 5pm. However, if you'd like to...

Ben Lucas - Chasing The Wind

Exhibition : CHASING THE WIND featuring Ben Lucas with Hannah Bone & Tom Musgrove

CHASING THE WIND , our first exhibition of 2024 and and also the first exhibition at Brownston for our three artists. Headlining the show is Ben Lucas recently returned to his Devon homeland from over 17 years in Australia where he exhibited widely and successfully. Captivated by the wildness of the oceans around the world his stunning seascapes instil a sense of adventure and freedom echoing his own journey of discovery and exploration across the world's oceans. Now back home in picturesque Appledore in North Devon, Ben has created a new collection striking a harmonious...

Andrew Miller - May Blossom

Exhibition - The Winter Show

The Brownton Gallery 's annual Winter Show never fails to delight and this year they have put together a collection of forty original paintings by their resident artists which includes some fabulous new work.

From big masterpieces to little gems, there is something for everyone. Plenty of small, affordable paintings and limited edition prints as well as some larger pieces and a varied selection of sculptures.

The gallery always celebrates The Winter Show with a party. This year the party is being held on Thursday, 7th December from 5.30-7.30pm and everyone is welcome. So...

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