Solo shows return to the Calder Gallery 30/04/2008
After a lengthy break it’s great to be able to announce that we are once more showing individual artists as solo shows! The first of the new season is a selection of resident artist Phil Withersby’s latest work as well as some of his earlier work out for another airing. Excitingly for us here it’s also the third anniversary of the Calder Gallery springing into existence in 2005! We cannot believe how quickly it has gone and we are deeply grateful for all the support that we have had from artists and customers, without whom there would be no gallery. There will be a do at the Gallery on the 30th April to celebrate this and the launch of Phil’s exhibition. Other shows planned to date include Kate Lycett’s eagerly awaited solo that previews on 24th June, and a Summer Prints 2008 mixed exhibition that starts on 22nd July. Kate will need no introduction to many of you and her new originals are already being sought after… the success of the Print Show last year has prompted us to stage another this coming Summer, with some favourites from last year and some new printmakers standing by to send us their work. We also have a great selection of other work currently on show – David Quirke, Jim Wright, Kate Boyce, Ian Phillips, James Alderson, Keith Mountain, Barry Spence …… We look forward to seeing you soon.
Patricia McAllister 30/04/2008
It is with deep regret that we have to announce the death of Patricia McAllister. We have been fortunate to have had her figurative sculpture to grace the Gallery for the last couple of years and she became a good friend to us. We extend our condolences to family at this sad time.
A bit of a break 22/03/2008
We are having a bit of a break, so please note that the gallery will be closed from Sunday, 23rd March and will reopen on Saturday, 29th March. We are presently planning our exhibitions for the rest of the year and will be putting the details on the website when they are finalised – all exciting new work! Phil has been very busy painting and we hope to have his exhibition soon – we will keep you informed. Many of you will already know that during the Festival weeks this Summer Kate Lycett will be having her first solo exhibition with us. This is already generating huge amounts of interest. For those of you who haven’t had a chance to pop in recently, the Gallery has a lovely mixed show at the moment, with constantly changing work as things sell. Kate Boyce has brought some of her latest work down, which very nicely combine the two styles in which she works. Come and see us if you can.
Christmas! 16/12/2007
Hope you are all coping with the stresses of preparing for Christmas and that you are further along than we are this year! If you are in town this coming weekend, we shall be serving free mulled wine to all our customers from 12pm (until it runs out!) We would be delighted to see you. We have recently added paintings by Barry Spence to our current show – his work is dynamic, swirling and imaginative and is well worth seeing. New sculpture in Gill Palmer’s inimitable style has arrived just in time for Christmas, being the perfect ‘something really different’ present. David Ainsworth’s pictures of 40’s and 50’s jazz greats, worked from little known photos of the period are another recent exciting addition as are Alison Hill’s intricately worked drawings of faded flowers in delicate and atmospheric colours. Check them out on the website (www.caldergallery.co.uk) or better still pop in and see us.
Christmas opening times: we are open normal hours until next Sunday the 23rd December at 5pm at which time we close for the Christmas break re-opening on Saturday 5th January at 10am.
Advance notice:
We are adjusting our opening hours with effect from January 5th:
Wednesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sundays 12pm to 4pm
We shall be closed on Bank Holidays.
All the latest... 30/11/2007
We have been changing the exhibition in the gallery in stages over the last few weeks and so by Wednesday, 5th Dec. there will be plenty of new pieces on display. There are paintings by a number of new artists to the gallery such as David Ainscough, Jim Wright and Alison Hill. Their work offers us something new Alison’s beautiful, delicate still life observations, Jim’s atmospheric landscapes and David’s amazing watercolours of jazz musicians during the 50’s. In August we had some tragic news about one of our much-loved artists, Gilda Dickinson. She passed away following a car accident. Her work has been extremely popular in the gallery for a couple of years and this was demonstrated during her solo exhibition earlier this year. We have offered Michelle, Gilda’s daughter, any support we can and are pleased to let you know about some of the exhibitions she is putting on of her mum’s work. They can be visited at Bury Art Gallery until 2nd Feb, The Coach House, Littleborough from 1st Dec – 5th Jan and at Mid Pennine Arts, Burnley from1st Dec – 15th Jan. Michelle has mentioned us having an exhibition next year of Gilda’s work and we are hoping to arrange that as soon as possible.
Latest news 17/11/2007
Latest news
Last week we hung the top room with a variety of new work. We have some of Pat Ellacott’s beautiful, sensitive cow drawings, which have already been much admired. Christopher Rainham has also brought a new selection of work now on display. One of the latest artists to exhibit with us is Alison Hill with her ‘ Winter’ series, sensitive ink and coloured pencil drawings of faded flowers and grasses. We are still gloating over all the new sculpture that has arrived over the past couple of weeks – work by Allan Scott, Eve Shepherd, Duncan Thurlby and Nicky Stone all jostling for position! Have a look at some of these whilst you are on the site.
Lots of new things.... 28/10/2007
We are delighted with our latest new sculptures. Allan Scott travelled down from Northumberland with his striking ‘Red Dress’ - now in the window. He also brought some beautiful bronze figures, which we believe will be popular. Another very welcome addition back are Duncan Thurlby’s dogs. All of his dogs have character but these really are exceptional! John Prescott’s amazing boxes continue to create a stir. James’s powerfully evocative landscapes have gained many admirers. We are also delighted to be showing for the first time anywhere two of David Quirk’s wonderful new landscapes. Finally, yesterday we were told by regular valued customers that the gallery was full of the most interesting, top quality work we have ever had. (We have been glowing ever since).
New Show 19/10/2007
We are delighted with our latest solo exhibition featuring the work of James Wheeler. His beautiful, atmospheric landscape paintings are based on the Yorkshire moors and his native Scotland, which are nicely complemented by his vignettes of city life in Paris.
This week we have also acquired a new Kate Lycett original ‘Silver Birches’. We have already sold out of the prints of it that she also brought down and are taking orders!
Some of our regular visitors will have missed Duncan Thurlby’s animals. Next week should see the arrival of two dogs, which our younger visitors are very welcome to stroke and name!
Since selling John Prescott’s Manhattan Dragon we have been without our usual large piece of sculpture in the window. That should be remedied in another week or two, by the arrival of a new piece by a new artist to the gallery. We really miss having something large and eye-catching to stop people in their tracks – I will say no more but watch this space!
Gallery closed for ten days... 26/09/2007
We are closed for ten days starting this Saturday the 29th September and will re-open on Wednesday 10th October. Messages and emails will be dealt with promptly upon our return.
Print show extended 08/09/2007
The Print Exhibition has been extended until the end of the month. It has proved to be extremely popular with people saying it is the best exhibition we have had so far! We admit to be very pleased with it and delighted with the work of new artists to the gallery.
Please note that the gallery will only be open for limited hours on Sunday, 9th September. We will open 2.00pm to 5.00pm.
More information... 04/07/2007
The preview date for the Summer Prints show is 6pm to 8pm Thursday 2nd August and not as has been shown on the Exhibition page of the website. Feel free to use the form to book in anyway and we'll assume you're coming on the right day! One further note - we will be closed all day on Thursday 2nd August until the preview starts at 6pm. Hope to see you there.
Bits and pieces... 04/07/2007
Kate Boyce’s show continues to be very popular and if you haven’t yet been down to see it we urge you to try and find the time to drop in and see these vibrant and striking works. Kate has brought down three new works today (4th July) to replace some of the ones that have been sold. Don’t forget that the weekend sees the Open Studios again – see the listings on the Festival website, www.hebdenbridge.co.uk/festival . The Gallery’s resident artist, Phil Withersby is painting in the Gallery every day Wednesday to Sunday as part of this Open Studios event and will be happy to answer questions or just chat! PLEASE NOTE that the launch date of the Summer Prints show is AUGUST 2nd and not as has been shown on the Exhibitions page of the website. Different arrangements will be posted later for this launch. And an early warning that the Gallery will be closed for two weeks from Wednesday 18th July to Wednesday 1st August inclusive. Holidays!
Latest Exhibition 23/06/2007
We had a lovely evening at the launch of Kate Boyce’s latest exhibition where her unique take on the landscape of West Yorkshire proved just as successful as ever. A super collection of vibrant and multi-layered images that is just stunning. Get a taste of what’s on offer elsewhere on our website – why not come along to the next one by signing up on the website or sending your email details to join our mailing list?
Other news – we have just collected a fresh batch of boxes from John Prescott that will be up on the website as soon as possible. They are as amazing as always!
The Gallery will open later, at 11am on Wednesday next week (27th June). Apologies for any inconvenience.
Closing for the Day 30/05/2007
Don't forget that we are closing for the day tomorrow FRIDAY 1st JUNE for a family wedding. Queries will be dealt with promptly on our re-opening on Saturday...no guarantees on opening right on time!
Richard Wincer show opens 24/05/2007
Richard Wincer’s preview evening was a great success and the exhibition of his paintings and prints looks very exciting on the wall. Richard has a long history of exhibiting in London and in the north and so we are delighted to have this opportunity of showing his latest work. Preview evenings are always pleasant events, with the opportunity to meet the artist and enjoy the atmosphere and a free drink or two. Why not come along to the next one? The new work from Kate Lycett came in..and went out the same day! Prints of the latest paintings will be available soon. Patricia McAllister's latest piece 'Reclining Girl' has also arrived and is causing great interest in the window.
A notice in advance for next Friday – the Gallery will close for the day on Friday June 1st so that we can go to a family wedding.
Updating Own Art 09/05/2007
First, a notice that we shall be closed on Thursday 10th May. This is for the best of reasons, namely that we are attending training in administering the new Own Art scheme. The bank underwriting the original scheme has pulled out and we look forward to working with the new supporters of this wonderful interest-free loan scheme for the purchase of original work. Gilda Dickinson’s exhibition is proving a continuing success and now has just two weeks to run. Don’t miss it! Other news – we are awaiting exciting new work by Kate Lycett, and new sculpture from Patricia McAllister. Keep in touch!
Anniversaries and openings 29/04/2007
Many thanks to all who came to Gilda’s opening. It was a lovely, pleasant evening and seemed to be enjoyed by all those attending. It is no surprise to us that her work is selling quickly so if you haven’t been down to see her exhibition yet don’t delay for too long!
Other news that we had almost forgotten was the fact that this weekend is the calder gallery’s second anniversary! Originally we had intended to organise some sort of celebration but other events have prevented this. Perhaps our third will prove to be an occasion we remember to mark in style…..
Latest news 15/04/2007
Easter has come and gone, with enjoyable visits from many of our regular customers and friends. Unbelievably we are already into the last week of James Alderson’s exhibition of Yorkshire landscapes and gorgeous skies – do try to catch them before the show finishes next Sunday, the 22nd April. Invites have gone out for our next exhibition which is Gilda Dickinson’s rich, dramatic local landscapes. This week we hung some new work by David Quirke – always a privilege to have his work in the gallery. Come and enjoy!
New things in stock.... 05/04/2007
James Alderson’s exhibition of atmospheric paintings of Yorkshire landscapes has proved to be very popular so far. A relaxed but crowded private view was an enjoyable event for all those attending – his domestic scale works have a luminous quality that is very attractive and much commented upon.
We have recently taken delivery of a new and stunning set of Reina Guttridge’s shoes for your delight, so if shoes are your thing, a visit in the near future would be a good idea!
GALLERY CLOSED 29TH MARCH 26/03/2007
The Gallery will be closed on THURSDAY 29th MARCH for family reasons. All messages and enquiries will be dealt with promptly on Friday.
New Exhibition - James Alderson 25/03/2007
We shall close at 3.30pm on Sunday 25th March to facilitate hanging the new show of paintings by James Alderson, a Hebden Bridge based painter of luminous landscapes. Hope this doesn't cause you any inconvenience.
GALLERY CLOSED THIS WEEKEND 16/03/2007
Due to circumstances beyond our control, we regret that the gallery will be closed on Saturday 17 March and Sunday 18 March. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, messgaes may be left on our answerphone or email and will be dealt with as soon as we return.
CLOSED 09/03/2007
We are sorry that owing to unforeseen circumstances the Gallery will be CLOSED on SATURDAY 10th MARCH. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
A new month, new things to see 04/03/2007
The new month has started with a mixed bag of weather in Hebden Bridge and a highly visible total eclipse of the moon on a cold Saturday night, but the Calder Gallery is always warm and welcoming. The new hang of the Spring Mixed Exhibition looks a treat and we look forward to seeing you soon. A nice moment last week was the fortunate coincidence of an artist arriving at the Gallery just as a lovely couple was buying one of her paintings. Rachel Bull’s bold and colourful screenprints based on images of Hebden Bridge are proving very popular – check them out on the website.
Bye Bye Chameleon! 23/02/2007
After a stay with us of some months, we have reluctantly said goodbye to Duncan Thurlby’s steel chameleon. The subject of many a ‘wow’ moment at the window, the chameleon was sold last week. More wonderful dogs by Duncan have taken his place. The Spring Mixed Exhibition is coming up for its first rehang after the weekend , with new work by Kate Boyce, Helen Thomas and Susan Laughton amongst the highlights for you to enjoy on your next visit
Open again 14/02/2007
That was the week that was! A hectic time, but we survived more or less intact. We’re looking forward to picking up the threads of the gallery – we’ve been busy since we reopened and the current good weather has brought people out in good numbers. Perhaps we’ll see you too in the near future. The mixed show is continuing to attract lots of positive responses and the first review of the works left on show is drawing near and we shall be putting up some new things and moving others. Always something good to see here!
Here be dragons! 20/01/2007
We are delighted to be able to share our latest piece from John Prescott, a 175cm high dragon in John's inimitable mixture of wonderful inlay and cabinet work with surreal imagination. Look at John's page to see more. A reminder that the Gallery will close from Wednesday 7th February, reopening 0n Wednesday 14th February.
Latest news 19/01/2007
Please note: the Gallery will be closed for a week from Wednesday 7th February, reopening on Wednesday 14th February
Mixed Exhibition 14/01/2007
We are delighted with our latest mixed exhibition featuring work by artists new to the gallery such as Alan Gummerson, Richard Wincer, Patricia Lacey, Ed Kluz, Rachel Bull, Christopher Rainham and Julie Jenner. It is lovely to have such a diverse range of good quality paintings. Over the forthcoming week we will be adding details of their work to the website so that you may have a little taster!
There are also some rather special new items created by an ever popular John Prescott. His Manhattan Dragon and Splash are truly amazing pieces which demonstrate his unique skills and imagination.
As ever we are just delighted to be surrounded every day by such wonderful and inspiring art works.
Happy New Year! 06/01/2007
Firstly, a belated wish to everyone for a very Happy New Year. We have been taking delivery of paintings for the mixed exhibition running from 10th January, and we're like a couple of kids at Christmas! Lots of new artists and fresh work to see from next Wednesday, so why not come and feast your eyes on it?
A reminder that the Gallery will be closed all day on Sunday 7th January - sorry for any inconvenience.
Bright and cheerful! 03/01/2007
Whilst the weather has calmed down here in Hebden Bridge, it is now grey and dull outside, but warm, bright and stimulating in the Gallery with our mixed show. We shall be having the first of several rolling changes to the show shortly, so if you haven’t yet been down…. Another reminder that we shall close for a week on Wednesday 7th February and reopen on Wednesday 14th February, as we are moving house. Any queries will be dealt with promptly as soon as we reopen.
Christmas is coming 17/12/2006
The Gallery is now open every day until Christmas Eve! Our opening hours are as advertised except that we shall close at 2pm on Christmas Eve and re-open at 10 am on Wednesday 3rd January 2007. We have just put out on sale very limited edition prints of fresh and interesting abstract work by well-known local artist Alan Gummerson. Other news - we shall be having a mixed New Year show that starts on the 10th January and we are very excited by the quality of the work that is coming in for it. We have six new artists showing with us during that exhibition. Details will follow. The final touches to next year’s exhibition programme will be made shortly and we’ll publish them as soon as we can.
More new work for Christmas 03/12/2006
As well as a favourable reception to Phil’s exhibition, we have a had a rehang at the front of the gallery with colourful new work from Kate Lycett, two different paintings and a pastel drawing from David Quirke, and a selection of new fabulous boxes from John Prescott. Images of most of these should be on the website later this week. It’ll be well worth making a visit before Christmas if you are looking for a special gift of original work. Don’t forget that the Own Art scheme is now well-established and provides an interest-free way (0% APR) to acquire original pieces if you prefer to spread your costs. Hope to see you soon.
Resident artist's latest show 18/11/2006
The preview of Phil’s latest exhibition is on Tuesday evening. There will be a variety of paintings on show. Many of his latest paintings focus on the variety of grasses found on the moors, and the distinctive patterns and rhythms that form as they move in the wind. There are also big skies and rocks.
We now have more of John Prescott’s wonderful boxes in the gallery that are already attracting enormous interest. We also have new work by the ever-popular Gilda Dickinson, a rare bird amongst artists these days in her preferred way of working outdoors. Susan Laughton has let us have some beautiful small paper based pieces based on landscape themes in rich blues and browns.
Look forward to seeing you soon.
Last week of Eric Appleton's exhibition 11/11/2006
Don’t miss the final week of Eric Appleton’s exhibition. His large, textured paintings and drawings have been very much admired by customers. Phil has the next exhibition and is very busy trying to complete all the new paintings he has planned. There are one or two which we are very excited about….
Our ‘Couple in the Window’ were whisked off to a new home in Surrey on Thursday and are already being missed. We have put our chameleon in the window but have hopes for another large sculpture we spotted in the summer.
Latest news... 01/11/2006
A piece of news for this weekend is that we shall be opening at 12.30pm on Sunday November 5th rather later than usual as we have a family party to celebrate Sue’s birthday. As mentioned in our last news, we have a new sculpture by Patricia Lacey, entitled ‘Girl Reading a Book’ which we are pleased to illustrate below. Eric Appleton’s exhibition is creating a very positive reaction from customers so try to make time to see these excellent paintings and the equally impressive drawings from life.
The dogs are back! 21/10/2006
We’re delighted to say that Duncan Thurlby’s dogs are back in stock, in a slightly smaller version to suit the more modest home! At the same time Duncan delivered a new piece, a chameleon – it’s stunning. We’re thrilled to have a new piece by Patricia Lacey, a ‘Girl Reading’, a major new landscape by Kate Boyce and have just taken delivery of Eric Appleton’s striking large paintings. Hope to see you soon!
Good response to the show so far 08/10/2006
Mick and Mike’s work has been much admired by visitors to the gallery since their opening. We are very pleased with the way the two artists’ work complement each other – the show looks really good.
Just a reminder to let you know we have the Own Art scheme up and running now and think that it should be a relatively simple and painless process for us and customers.
We are in the final stages of planning the next exhibition with Eric Appleton. His work is generally quite large and we are fortunate to be offered some of his drawings which are not frequently available for sale.
The Own art scheme now available at the Calder Gallery 24/09/2006
We are delighted to say that the Own Art scheme is now up and running at the Calder Gallery! As you may know this scheme allows you to buy original art with an interest-free loan (typical 0% APR)for amounts between £100 and £2,000, subject to application and approval. Don't forget that our new exhibition featuring Mike Bell and Mick Oxley starts on Wednesday 27th September - if you are about on the Tuesday 26th then please come along to the private view between 6 and 8pm. Free Bucks Fizz and nibbles!
Summer Exhibition 27/07/2006
Our new mixed exhibition is up and looking good! We have a number of new artists with us and we will be adding them to our website as soon as we can. They are Jan Gardner, Emma Jayne Jones, Mick Oxley (exhibiting with Mike Bell in a joint show during october), Ruth Wurzburger and James Wheeler. We do hope that you will be able to visit us during this show. However please do not forget we will be closed from 1st August to 8th August.
Please take note 14/07/2006
DON’T FORGET we are away this weekend and the Gallery will be closed until Wednesday 19th July. Next week is the last week of Kate Boyce’s show – please don’t miss the opportunity of seeing her exhibition. We are delighted to have a new sculptor exhibiting with us, Eve Shepherd. Her work is of the highest standard and we are looking forward to having a wider range in the near future.
We would also like to warn you that The Gallery will be closed for the first week in August – for our Summer holiday! The Gallery will open again on 9th August.
New Exhibition 24/06/2006
Kate Boyce’s exhibition begins this week. Kate’s colourful semi abstract landscapes were extremely popular last year and we are delighted to have a new collection of her work during the Hebden Bridge Arts Festival, which starts on 1st July this year. Phil will be working in the gallery during the festival weeks demonstrating oil painting and etching. He will be happy to talk about different techniques (and if you need rescuing from him Sue will come to your aid if you give her a wink).
Don’t forget that the gallery will be closed on the 15th and 16th July for Sue’s sons graduation. Back to normal from 19th July.
Off to a flying start 04/06/2006
Exhibition off to a flying start
The latest exhibition got off to a flying start on Tuesday with a well-attended and pleasurable private view, where the three artists involved, Phil Withersby, David Quirke and Patricia McAllister met the public. Don’t forget that you will shortly be able to book online to come to the next private view for Kate Boyce’s show on 27th June.
The training session for the Own Art scheme that Sue and Phil attended on Thursday went well and we hope to be able to give you positive news about the launch of the scheme shortly.
time's running out... 25/05/2006
This is the last few days of David Lucas’ popular exhibition, so if you haven’t had a chance to get down then try to make it before close of business on Monday next, the 29th.
We’d like to give you a bit of notice that we will be closed next Thursday 1st June, whilst we attend a training day as part of the our preparation for becoming Own Art agents. This scheme enables us to offer interest free credit over 10 months for the purchase of original art and crafts, subject to approval. Watch this space!
Recent goings on... 04/05/2006
The gallery recently met its first overseas artist in the shape of ERIC DENUDT, a painter from Hebden Bridge’s twin town in France. He has left two paintings with us as a taster of things to come when he exhibit as part of the Summer Exhibition at the gallery. His picture and samples of his work will be on the website soon.
We have also just taken delivery of two sculptures by well-known Hebden-based sculptor PATRICIA McALLISTER . They are both figurative and both beautiful – again, images will appear as soon as possible.
Exhibition news 26/04/2006
A busy time at the Gallery, with another show starting next week with the luminous semi-abstract landscapes of David Lucas due to replace the well-received group photography show after the coming weekend. Phil is due to deliver work to the Chapel Gallery in Ormskirk, Lancashire to be part of a show called LAND which looks at various artists’ responses to the land(scape). Find them on www.chapelgallery.org.uk.
Matchings and dispatchings (only to new homes though) 09/04/2006
It’s been a busy time in the gallery recently, with the departure to a new home to Major the dog, one of Duncan Thurlby’s fabulous creations, as well as a union with new partners for Brian Lewis’ two female figures!
The latest exhibition
The new group photography exhibition has got off to a flying start too, with lots of positive feedback from customers. This is a good opportunity to see fresh ideas in action using photography as a means of expression, with macro landscapes from Janet Holland, manipulated images from Lee Richardson-Foster, delicate black and white landscapes from Charlotte Deighton and a stunning collection of images culled from the portfolio of freelance professional Steve Morgan. Runs until 30th April.
Art of Photography 18/03/2006
Watch out for our next exhibition, an exciting group show by four very different photographers. Their different approaches to the 'Art of Photography' promise a fascinating set of images. See the exhibition page for more details.
Gallery re-opens 18/02/2006
After a short break, we are now open again and have some inspiring exhibitions to come over the next few months. Visit the exhibition page for more details.
A short interlude 03/02/2006
The gallery will be closed until Saturday 18 February due to annual holiday. The Calder Gallery looks forward to seeing regular friends and greeting new customers towards the end of the month.
Interactivity online 02/02/2006
Calder Gallery's new website is now available. Featuring interactivity, regular updates showing new gallery items and the ability to book tickets for exhibition private views.
