Open Show 2010 Private Viewing

On the 19th of July 2010, We had the Private Viewing of the Surface Gallery Open Show 2010. Many people came to the private viewing, approximately 115 people. The winner of the Open show was announced.

The winner of this years show is Janet Morrow with her sculptural installation 'Monstruous Birth' who shall be having a solo show in 2011.


Well Done Janet and congratulations to you, and well done for all the applicants who participated in the show.

Artists Selected for Open Show 2010

We have selected the entries for the Open show 2010, at the Surface Gallery

There were some very interesting and diverse pieces submitted for the Open Show, and we'd like to thank everyone who submitted, and congratulations to those who were selected.

Open Show 2010

20th July-7th August
Private View: Monday 19th July 6-9pm

Surface Gallery presents Open Show 2010 which this year will be held between 20th July
and 7th August 2010.

This exciting annual exhibition once again explores new creative avenues and encourages unique and experimental work. Open Show provides up and coming artists with the opportunity to enter and compete in an international open call out exhibition, and acts as a platform for showcasing individual art pieces non basis of artists background and previous achievements.

This year the Surface Gallery curatorial team have selected over 30 art pieces from 27 different artists and collectives out of hundreds of entries. This ambitiously curated selection aims to be a diverse and exciting overview of current contemporary art exploring a multitude of practises, styles and mediums. The exhibition finalists include local artists,recent graduates and emerging artists from across Britain and as far and wide as the USA.

SURFACE OPEN SHOW - CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS!

Deadline for applications: 1st July 6pm

For more information and to download an application form visit Surface Gallery website Opportunities page: www.surfacegallery.org/index.php/opportunities/

Surface Craft Fair!

Surface Gallery is hosting its second Arts and Crafts Fair on the 15th and 16th of May, featuring NEW TRADERS and SPECIAL EVENTS WORKSHOPS! Come and learn the art of Jewellery Making, Pottery Throwing, Handmade Paper Forming, Sushi Rolling and Salsa Dancing!

Browse the stalls to to find one-off art works, hand-made craft wares (jewellery pieces, digital art works, ceramics, etc) and home-made cakes. There will be works from a variety of independent artists and designers. This is a perfect day out for all the family, with something to suit every age, taste and interest. It's also a great opportunity to find unique gifts!

The fair will be open all day on Saturday and Sunday. Refreshments will be provided for visitors and parking is available on surrounding streets. Surface Gallery is located behind the Ice Arena, just off Huntingdon Street, next to the Old Drum Centre and opposite Pretty Windows Day Nursery

Here are some examples of STALLS-

Origami jewellery: http://www.satoskosorigamijewellry.com Household accessories made from recycled materials: http://www.jazmat.co.uk Handmade mugs and ceramics: http://www.thehandmademugcompany.blogspot.com Beaded jewellery: http://www.johnnydogg.co.uk Crafty gifts, kits and jewellery: http://www.bettyching.co.uk A variety of eclectic jewellery; something for everyone: http://www.eclectic-collective.com/ Silver jewellery: http://www.antoniabooker.co.uk Fun jewellery, hair accessories, purses, art canvas & prints. http://www.stitchesandstars.com/

Hooray! Arts and Crafts Fair this weekend!

Surface Gallery are very excited about the Arts and Crafts Fair which is taking place at the gallery this weekend! You can expect a whole range of lovely crafty wares including; delicious home made cupcakes, a variety of jewellery, digital artwork, hand made mugs, pretty objects and accessories, to name but a few. We hope you can pop in on Saturday or Sunday between 10 - 5pm, perfect for sourcing an original gift or for a spot of shopping on a lovely May bank holiday weekend!

Visit our Facebook event page here.

Arts and Crafts Fair 1st&2nd May

We still have spaces available for traders who want to exhibit there wares at our arts and crafts fair on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd May. If you're interested simply fill out an application form (available on our website). Stalls cost £20 for the whole weekend - bargain! And to the rest, we hope to see you there!!

Laura Taylor's Speedboat and Matchsticks

We are delighted here at Surface Gallery to say that Laura Taylor has extended her current exhibition ' Speedboat and Matchsticks' until the 15th of April. We are also very excited as this extension will include an artist talk on the 15th of April at 8pm. This is an excellent last opportunity to view the artists work and also to hear more about the exhibition, and the artists ideas, influences and background.