Welcome to Grants Contemporary Art
I have created this gallery to promote works of art by local professionals,
specialising in contemporary fine art.
As an experienced artist and art dealer, I have developed a fine eye for
finding the best in contemporary art and have established a reputation as
a gallery that ensures the best deal for customers and artists.
People tell me they enjoy visiting the gallery, as it is both beautiful and informal.
The work displayed changes regularly and we run events and exhibitions.
That said, all works can be purchased on sight. This is a working gallery.
There is truly something for everyone. From £1.50 to £1,500 we've art for
sale and art for all.
Oil paintings, Water Colours, Etchings, Ceramics, Acrylics and mixed medias,
Jewellery, Stained Glass Art, Felt pictures and Bone carving.
Various exhibitions and demonstrations are held regularly, Simon Fitton (Tana)
who makes Art Glass demonstrates his art all day on the first Friday of every month.
Browsing is welcome so do call in and see what we have in store. Purchases
can be paid by cheque or credit card.
The gallery is housed in one of the oldest buildings in Barnard Castle,
‘The Ancient Medieval House', reputedly part of the old castle morgue, a stone
lintel above the stage door carries the inscription ‘O Remember Man is Mortal'
a reminder to us to us all to enjoy life. Inside the gallery the original Inglenook
fireplace can be found.
The town with its beautiful surrounding countryside stands on the edge of
the river Tees and the area has, over the years, attracted many artists by its
beauty. Turner painted numerous views of the ruined castle, nearby remains
of Egglestone Abbey and the river itself. Diego Velázquez's famous 17th
Century “Rokeby Venus” originated at Rokeby Manor, the original is in the
National Gallery and a copy in Rokeby Hall.
There is so much to see and do in Teesdale, search our local online gateway.
Another website which might be of interest is www.art-mine.com. This is one of the most comprehensive contemporary fine art resources available worldwide.
Art-Mine.com provides contemporary art for sale to collectors, consultants, architects and interior designers, providing an opportunity to view and purchase fine art for their art projects.
Above all, I hope to have created a gallery that makes art accessible. You can
visit the Bowes museum and view the world class art on display, then wander
along to my gallery and purchase a piece or a print from a local contemporary
professional artist and start your own collection. |
