Scores of tiny porcelain boats convey the tidal flow of Traeth Mawr, Porthmadog, before the Cob of 1811 drained the land. This installation will offer a new perspective, distilling the essence of ‘Flow’ into the Storiel gallery space.
The culmination of a continual dialogue over several years brings two artists who are engaged with colour together for the first time. This new work shows each artist’s different perspectives and approaches. Hedley’s work is an organic abstraction, responding to the shape, patterns, and grain of the timber on which he paints. Rhythm, repetition and spontaneity are indicative of Smith, combining both the rational and emotional state of making.
Some of the legendary posters and artwork created by Stuart and Lois Neesham from the Enfys workshop which give an insight into the music scene in Bangor in the 70’s.
An exhibition on an open theme showing artwork of various media including painting, print, photography, textiles and ceramic. An opportunity to vote for your favourite artwork.
These new works revolve around a central theme of unity between all people, seeking the essence of what connects us. Precise, emotive images using oil paint on smooth canvas explore the line between abstract painting and the hyperrealist aesthetic of fine detail and dramatic lighting; reflecting on such things as the shifting light on flowing water, or a quiet moment.
In juxtaposing the familiar with the out of the ordinary, Pritchard creates surreal and unsettling deviations from the world we know. Fascinated by the illusional and psychological effects of shape, colour and pattern, he explores the metaphors that painting creates.
A selection of furniture, mainly from Ynysgain Uchaf near Cricieth, and associated objects from the Storiel collection. The Ynysgain items were bequeathed by Dorothea Pughe-Jones, the last in line since the 1630’s to live at Ynysgain. Shown are a mixture of traditional oak furniture typical of many farmhouses in the area and pieces influenced by European style. An opportunity to view items not usually displayed.
Works by 18 artists representing some of the diverse genre’s of paintings to be found in the Bangor University art collection. From figurative landscapes and portraits to still life and abstract expression, see which of these artworks inspire you. Young artists have also been invited to respond. Their artworks will then be exhibited with the original paintings.
A collection of phototexts from lockdown 2021 offers some sardonic/ironic/dystopian perspectives on images taken from popular culture, TV and city life. With dark threats to our future and our existence as a species, these images offer symptoms of our predicament.