Here are some of the events we have hosted…

8^th  - 27 ^th JANUARY 2010

Introducing
Ian Mason

Open Evening
Friday 15 ^th January from 5:30 to 7.30pm

After the headiness of the last few weeks take refuge in the serene and thought-provoking work of Ian Mason.

His large paintings on canvas are the epitome of less is more. Skilful handling of a monochromatic palette describe form and atmosphere perfectly

Click Here to go to Ian Mason's Page

8^th  - 27 ^th JANUARY 2010

Donald Hamilton Fraser RA
A Retrospective

Preview Night
Friday 15 ^th January from 5:30 to 7.30pm

A Show dedicated to the talent that was Donald Hamilton Fraser who sadly passed away in September 2009.

Featuring some of his most iconic works as well as new releases this exhibition celebrates his colourful energetic style

Click Here to look at some of Donald Hamilton Fraser's work

EXTRAORDINARY!

4^th  NOVEMBER- 30 ^th  DECEMBER 2009

Christmas Party
Tuesday 1^st December from 6 to 8pm

Annual extravaganza of our favourite artists from 2009, introducing new talent as well as unveiling the new and exclusive Saphire collection by Janine Partington.Not to be Missed!

Thoughtful Christmas gifts, decorations & cards all a plenty at Rostra and rooksmoor this year!

 

2^nd  - 30 ^th OCTOBER 2009

Contemporary Ceramics 09
A showcase for 3D ceramists

Preview Evening
Friday 2^nd October from 6 to 7.30pm

Featuring work by Steve Carter, Julia Davey, Lucy Richley, Doug Fitch & Simon Shaw complemented by new work from gallery regulars Dan Hides and Meryl Till.

“Ceramics is well known for its ability to capture a moment in time: Bernard Leach called it “frozen music”. Form, tactility and colour are presented through a physical metamorphosis: clay transformed by fire! Following a 15000-year history, today’s ceramic artists still choose to connect with the earth itself – both exploring and subverting the natural and often unpredictable materials and processes of clay and glaze….” Steve Carter, Lecturer in Ceramics at Bristol School of Art.

An exhibition showcasing contemporary ceramics from the functional, decorative and decoratively functional! Debuting work by Steve Carter of St Werburghs, Lucy Richley, Julia Davey of Bath & Simon Shaw as well as new porcelain lights by Meryl Till and spotty tableware by Dan Hides. Everything is hand made celebrating the quirks rarely achieved in machine made pottery. Come to this show to buy something truly special for your home. Make drinking tea into a real event with one of Steve Carter’s wheel thrown terracotta mugs or make a bold statement with Simon Shaw’s electric blue wall hanging platters.

Meet the makers at the preview evening and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine.

Click Here to have a look at the work of our new artist Julia Davey

2^nd  - 30 ^th OCTOBER 2009

Colin Vincent
New Paintings

Preview Evening
Friday 2^nd October from 6 to 7.30pm

Rare opportunity to purchase new work from the Bristol painter of still lives.

After a 3 year break from painting, Bristol born, Colin Vincent, one of the South West’s most talented painters returns with his best ever collection of assemblages & still life paintings. Capturing textures, light and colour as well as creating the impression of depth and solidity his oil paintings are magical to behold. Whether a collector from old or new to Colin’s work there is much to marvel at this his latest solo show.

Meet Colin at the preview evening and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine.

Click Here to view some of Colin's latest work

4^th  - 23 ^rd SEPTEMBER 2009

Happy Daze
New Paintings by Theo Booth

Preview Evening - Friday 4^th September from 6 to 7.30pm

Feel the heat of Spanish summers with this, the most recent collection of paintings by Theo Booth. Theo is a successful professional artist living in Spain, whose work harkens back to a good time era of pleasure and warmth although he started out as an engineer in Bristol. He is completely self-taught but his skill and dexterity with colour rival even the most senior art Academicians.

The name “Happy Daze” comes from one of Theo’s paintings in the show. It refers to 3 friends sharing a few glasses of wine in the sunshine and the feelgood buzz they are enjoying. Theo is a master at depicting the friendly relationships women make. There is always connectivity between his characters as well as the situation he places them in. Art Deco backgrounds merge with foregrounds in a fascinating and almost surreal fashion.

Theo's work is a true delight to behold and always sells well. Come to the preview evening to get the best choice but also to meet the artist and talk with him about his work. Refreshments will be served.

Click Here for a sneak preview of Theo Booth's new work

19^th  - 30 ^th SEPTEMBER 2009

Hand Drawn
Original Art by South West Illustrators

Preview Evening Friday 18th September 6-7.30pm

Coinciding with Bath Festival of Children’s Literature we are pleased to announce Hand Drawn, a unique opportunity to view & purchase original art works and limited editions by the internationally celebrated group, South West Illustrators.

“Hidden away between hardcovers are an abundance of artistic gems and appealing characters that we rarely get to enjoy on a day to day basis. This exhibition revels in these overlooked treasures and promotes them to their full potential to appreciate everyday.”

Preview night will be a fun affair with music and refreshments to meet the artists behind your favourite pictures as well as the best opportunity to purchase something very special. This is a FREE EVENT and you are more than welcome to bring friends and family.

Bring your children and your own inner child and delight in this exhibition that promises humour, innocence, cheek and above all, talent.There’ll be a huge range of different styles from traditional, cute, magical & educational to name just a few. Come and explore!

8^th  - 26 ^th AUGUST 2009

Hannah Cole & Michelle Holmes

Preview Evening Friday 7th August 6-7.30pm

Bring a friend and enjoy the first look at this long awaited collection of Hannah’s newest original paintings. Coastal themes and restful cool blues in her signature style will not disappoint.

Rostra and Rooksmoor Galleries are the no.1 destination for Hannah Cole originals after several successful group and solo shows featuring her work. After recently taking some time off for her baby she has returned to painting with renewed vigor. Her most recent paintings sparkle with energy and confidence.

New to Rostra & Rooksmoor is the talented Michelle Holmes whose intricate embroidery and appliqué work is the perfect companion to Hannah’s paintings. Using pretty antique ticking, velour and silk, Michelle creates serene beachscapes of remarkable beauty.

Both these artists create pictures which are a delight to look at and enjoy. They will make a pretty and relaxing addition to any home.

Click Here to see Hannah Cole's work

Click Here to go to Michelle Holmes' page

15^th  - 27 ^th JULY 2009

Zaneta Veljanoska - Zani

Zani is a respected talent both in her native Macedonia and here in Britain after a number of high profile and successful exhibitions.

At Rostra and Rooksmoor Galleries we are privileged and proud to present Zani’s most recent paintings.

Original and unusual her style is very different from anything else currently on the Bath art scene.

Visit us on George Street to view this most through provoking and attractive body of work.

Click Here to visit Zani's Page

1^st  - 29 ^th JULY 2009

The Bath Show

Celebrating Bath with their artistic vision are, Susie Grindey, Susie Brooks, Kevin Safe, Richard Burel plus new to the gallery, and fresh from her MA show at Bristol’s UWE, Clare Halifax.

The best opportunity to purchase your favourite view of Bath.

Click Here to see more of Susie Brooks' prints

Click Here to go to view Susie Grindey's work

Click Here to take a look at Kevin Safe's page

3^rd  - 24 ^th JUNE 2009

Contemporary Printmakers IV

Our annual exhibition showcasing brand new artists and masters of the medium of printmaking. This show is a wonderful exploration into the amazing technical skill, vibrant colour and excellent value that prints can achieve.

Featuring new sensation Jane Ormes, John Hoyland RA, Peter Blake RA, Charlotte Cornish and many more.

Click Here to see Nicky Snow's work

Click Here to go to Jane Ormes' page

Click Here to see view Sir Peter Blake's prints

9^th  - 27 ^th  MAY 2009


The French Collection

Preview Evening Friday 8^th MAY 6-7:30 PM

Richard Burel, one of Bath’s favourite painters has taken the last 6 months to spend time in his native country, France. This exclusive solo exhibition shows he’s not been idle, with this très belle collection of brand new and unseen paintings describing rural France.

SPRING SHOW Special Feature of new coastal scenes and nocturnes by Richard Lannowe Hall as well as a brand new collection of limited edition prints from the venerable CCA Galleries. Including Donald Hamilton Fraser RA.

Click Here to see Richard Burel's page

Click Here to see Richard Lannowe Hall's page

Click Here to see some of Donald Hamilton Fraser's work

4^th  - 28 ^th APRIL 2009


View Anew!

Introducing…
Catherine Hyde!
Giuliana Lazzerini!
Patricia Saddington!


3 new artists from as far afield as Yorkshire and Cornwall join us this April for a totally refreshing and new view.

All 3 are professional and successful artists but this is the very first time their work will have been exhibited in Bath.

Catherine Hyde paints magical scenes of darkened forests with silvery moons and golden suns often illuminating the crows, hares and swans hidden in the depths. She is a Cornish painter who has just had a book of her paintings published to accompany text by Carol Ann Duffy.

Patricia Saddington and Giuliana Lazzerini both take the landscape as their inspiration and subject. Yorkshire artist Lazzerini paints warm colourful scenes remembered from her youth in Tuscany whereas Patricia Saddington’s work is energetic mark making describing the wild coastline of Cornwall almost abstract in its interpretation.

All 3 make beautiful, intriguing and bold paintings. Change your view! Come to this exhibition and purchase a new view for your home.

Click Here to go to Catherine Hyde's pages

7^th  - 25 ^th  MARCH 2009


Exclusive Exhibition of Paintings by Justin and Nicola Cooke and Sculpture by Simon Griffiths

Preview Evening Friday 6^th MARCH

Atmospheric sunsets over ancient landscapes and romantic woodlands are the signature pieces to Justin and Nicola Cooke’s highly desirable mixed media paintings. Simon Griffiths combines ceramic sculpture and reclaimed wood with stunning results.

Click Here to see Nicola Cooke's page

Click Here to see Justin Cooke's page

Click Here to see some of Simon Griffiths' amazing sculptures

31^st JANUARY - 25 ^th  FEBRUARY 2009


Richard Tuff - New Original Paintings

One of Cornwall’s best loved contemporary artists exhibits a new collection of paintings and limited edition silkscreen prints. Take home your very own piece of that beautiful county!

Although Tuff is best known for his impressionistic paintings of Cornish harbours he's no one trick pony as this exhibition of new original paintings demonstrates

Click Here to see Richard Tuff's page

Love Art

Fall in love with a painting! With work from Mychael Barratt and local artist Rick Smith your heart will melt at their romantic and comical scenes.

Like Tuff, Rick Smith's chosen medium is gouache, a denser paint than watercolour, he uses it to create his charming scenes of bunnies and foxes frolicking in meadows or up snow drifts

Choose a pressie for a loved one from our delightful collection of limited edition prints, handmade jewellery and handmade cards.
Also Featuring work by Aleah Koury, Jenny Devereux and Emma Birch.

Click Here to see some of Rick Smith's Paintings

Sir Peter Blake RA

British artist of international fame

10^th - 28^th JANUARY 2009
Preview Evening Friday 9^th January


CLICK HERE TO GO TO SIR PETER BLAKE'S PAGES



Peter Blake is one of Britain's most famous and best loved contemporary artists.

He led the British Pop Art movement back in the 50's and his work has not dimmed or lessened in popularity since

You cannot miss this show!

Featuring 30 new and rare limited edition silkscreen prints

EXTRAORDINARY! CHRISTMAS SHOW 2008

25^th OCTOBER - 30^th DECEMBER

Have an extraordinary Christmas at Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries!

CLICK HERE TO GO TO OUR CHRISTMAS PAGE!

Extraordinary Art Party
Friday 28^th November 5-8pm
Live music, homemade mulled cider, nibbles and an excellent way to catch up with your Christmas shopping.
How convivial!

Exceptional…range of artistic talent!

Exciting … new discoveries!

Excellent…attention to service!

“Extraordinary” is Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries’ climax to 2008’s thrilling exhibition schedule. It began with Willard Wigan’s blockbusting show of tiny proportions “Miniatures”, rose to the challenge at Bristol’s Affordable Art Fair, proved resilient celebrating 10 years of trading and now it’s time to put on the glad rags for Christmas!

“As a totally independent gallery we are able to handpick all that excites and intrigues us and bring it back to the gallery for exhibition. We all have artistic creative backgrounds which gives us an edge to spotting well designed quality pieces.”

Choose something extraordinary from the collection of original prints, hand-thrown ceramics, paintings, sculpture, craft, cards and jewellery and it enjoy it all year round. This is art to make Christmas memorable.

We are open:
Monday-Saturday 10am-5.30pm and Sundays 11am-4pm.
Late night Thurs to 6.30pm
LATE NIGHT SHOPPING BEGINS Friday 28th Nov and continues every Thursday till Christmas.

FIRED UP:JOANNE COOKE SCULPTURES & JANINE PARTINGTON ENAMEL ARTIST

4 ^th  -  22 ^nd  OCTOBER 2008

An exhibition where you’ll find it hard to keep your hands in your pockets! Both artists, who with very different subject matter and media produce work that it is infinitely desirable and tactile.

Janine’s enamel panels are rich and shiny with glaze. She is the runaway success story of 2008 with her work beguiling the crowds at the Affordable Art Fair in Bristol and continuing to sell out as soon as they hit the gallery walls! Bristol based Janine also makes gorgeous enamel jewellery with prices starting from £20.

Amusing, charismatic and infinitely charming Joanne Cooke’s Bull Terriers, Pugs and even the mutts consistently delight all who meet them. “I like to exaggerate certain characteristics that stand out, particularly facial expressions. I try to capture the essence of many different breeds, from Chihuahuas to Deerhounds.”

This is an exhibition of work by 2 of our most popular artists. Visiting the preview evening is highly advised in order to choose from the best selection but also to enjoy a glass of bubbly and meet the makers behind the work.

Click Here to see some of Joanne Cooke's dog sculptures

Click Here to see some of Janine Partington's Enamels

PREVIEW EVENING: A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET BOTH JOANNE COOKE AND JANINE PARTINGTON. FRIDAY 3^rd OCTOBER 6-7.30pm

The Brotherhood of Ruralists

5^th  -  25 ^th  September 2008

Ever get sick of pollution and the drone of traffic noise? This exhibition is the antidote to all that.

Find a quiet and calm space this September at the Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries who welcome back the work of Graham and Annie Ovenden, Graham and Anne Arnold, David Inshaw and Peter Blake.

These 6 artist friends rejected city living for a more natural existence in the country.

This exhibition coincides with a major touring show, Ancient Landscapes at the Victoria Art Gallery. Original paintings by Dorset artist Nicola Cooke also on display.

Click here to see some of the works still available

 

TOWN & COUNTRY

RICHARD BUREL & JENNY COLLINS

8 ^th  -  25 ^th  MARCH 2008

Two artist who paint the locality in their attractive and distinctive styles.

PREVIEW EVENING ON FRIDAY 7^th MARCH

WILLARD WIGAN MICRO SCULPTURES

22 ^nd  FEBRUARY  -  2 ^nd  MARCH 2008

An incredible exhibition to amaze and delight all who see it! Meet the man behind this astonishing exhibition at our open evening. We are the only venue in the entire South West with this prestigous collection of micro sculptures. Do not miss!

PREVIEW EVENING ON FRIDAY 22^nd FEBRUARY

THEO BOOTH & COLIN CHETWOOD

2 ^nd  -  18 ^th  FEBRUARY 2008

Former Bristol artist, Theo Booth is one of Rostra & Rooksmoor’s longest serving painters with a number of sell out solo shows to his name. He returns this February to wow us with his new collection of paintings. Colin Chetwood is a designer maker of sculptural lighting. His flower lamps are a striking statement for the living room or bedroom.

PREVIEW EVENING FRIDAY 1^st FEBRUARY  6  -  7.30pm

MODERN MASTERS:

HEIDI KOENIG, RICHARD TUFF & PETER BLAKE

7 ^th  -  27 ^th  SEPTEMBER 2007

Original paintings and prints by three stars of the British contemporary art scene.

PREVIEW EVENING 6^th SEPTEMBER  6  -  7.30pm

Be there to secure very rare new releases by Peter Blake and much sought after original paintings by Richard Tuff and Heidi Koenig.

GALLERY FAVOURITES

7 ^th  -  27 ^th  SEPTEMBER 2007

Group show of favourite gallery artists to give you a flavour of what we do best: excellent quality art in a welcoming enviroment. Featuring new paintings by Julian Bond a Kent based artist with a unique style.

BATH TIMES

3 ^rd  -  24 ^th  AUGUST 2007

Rostra & Rooksmoor’s ever popular annual exhibition that is devoted to the superb city of Bath! Featuring exclusive paintings of the Bath Rugby Team by artist Paine Proffitt. Susie Grindey, Susie Brooks, Estienne Shepperd and Victoria Purver also featured.

ZANI

3 ^rd  -  23 ^rd  AUGUST 2007

Hailing originally from Macedonia, Zani, (pronounced Yani), is an artist with an exceptional wealth of inspiration and energy that she devotes to her painting. Combining all types of media from leather, sand and acrylic paint to asphalt, grass and hemp, her paintings are decidedly attractive and thought provoking.

ROSTRA GALLERY

NEW HORIZONS

11 ^th  -  25 ^th  MAY 2007

Rostra reinvents itself for this month only with an exhibition of brand new artists who bring the vibrancy and energy of big city living to their art and to the gallery. Be challenged by the bold use of colour and creative subject matter.

We’ll be presenting a whole range of talent from Royal Academicians to emerging names. Anna Marrow, Peter Blake RA, Christina Hazell, Gail Mason and Charlotte Cornish exhibit their art.

ENCHANTING PLACES

6 ^th  -  27 ^th  APRIL 2007

Rostra and Rooksmoor Galleries present a group exhibition of artists whose work inhabits a magical world of inventiveness. It is a show that opens the doors of imagination to a cast of dancing wolves, Noah’s Ark, enchanted woodland animals and outlandish lighting. If you like fantastical and delightful characters, visit the gallery this April. A reminder that life isn’t all about work and reality TV.

Featured artists include :

Mychael Barratt,

Maddi Pearn,

Susie Grindey,

Stephanie Wooster,

Jan Nesbitt,

Eleanor Bartleman

and new talent.

Also on show will be prints that are features in the French film, ‘Amelie’.

This exhibition runs concurrently with a show of favourite gallery artists on the mezzanine.

ROSTRA GALLERY

PHIL GREENWOOD SPECIAL

2 ^nd  -  16 ^th  MARCH 2007

This spring we are very excited to be showing a spectacular collection of works by Phil Greenwood, an artist whom has been at the forefront of printmaking in this country for the past 40 years. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers, Phil’s etchings are a vibrant testimony to the skill and vision of an artist whose mastery of the medium has enabled him to create a totally unique evocation of the living world. Simply, these are bold, pretty and desirable images. His work is ravenously collected and is part of the prestigious Tate Gallery collection. Supply has proved to outstrip demand as editions have started to sell out. We are especially excited to have aquired 2 copies of the extremely rare and popular ‘Blossom’ print that will be for sale in the exhibition. Come to the preview evening to ensure the best selection.

PREVIEW FRIDAY 2^nd MARCH  6  -  7.30pm

This show coincides with Rooksmoor Gallery’s Solo Show of paintings by Ian Shearman.

ROOKSMOOR GALLERY

IAN SHEARMAN:  LANDSCAPES

2 ^nd  -  16 ^th  MARCH 2007

A former regular at the Rooksmoor Gallery, Ian Shearman returns after a year spent painting and sketching around his Gloucestershire home and his second love, Cornwall. Ian is a master at capturing a landscape in any weather be it blustery Autumnal days or fresh Spring sunshine across the sea.

Come and meet Ian on 2nd March between 6  -  7.30pm. Talk to him about his art and enjoy a glass of wine.

ROSTRA GALLERY

TREVOR PRICE SOLO SHOW

2 ^nd  -  16 ^th  FEBRUARY 2007

Long awaited exhibition of new original paintings and prints from one of Rostra’s favourite artists. Trevor's subject matter in some way is a reflection of his life. The Cornwall, and chiefly St. Ives connection, naturally comes through in Trevor's work. Some of the pieces are about the intimacy between a couple, and others show the normal obsessions of any man. Trevor was elected a member of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers in 2000 and awarded the Julian Trevelyan Outstanding Printmaker award in 2002.

ROOKSMOOR GALLERY

PAULINE VINCENT:  NEW PAINTINGS

2 ^nd  -  16 ^th  FEBRUARY 2007

This exhibition by London painter, Pauline Vincent promises to banish February blues with her riotous palette of colours inspired by her travels in India, Tibet and working with Children’s workshops. One of our best selling artists, Pauline has had numerous solo shows across Britain. She returns to Rooksmoor with brand new canvasses depicting domestic still lives with textiles and souvenirs collected from her travels.

Join us and the artists for our preview evening for both shows 2nd February 6  -  7.30pm

12 ^th  -  26 ^th  JANUARY 2007

ROSTRA GALLERY

HEIDI KONIG

Banish the winter blues by visiting Rostra’s vibrant, bold and colourful exhibition of abstract canvases and etchings by esteemed British printmaker, Heidi König. Inspired by walks across India & Morrocco, travel is the most important inspiration for Heidi’s creativity and she makes regular trips overseas to encounter new people and cultures first hand. Each piece conveys a sensual picture of where she has been and what she has experienced.

Heidi has been the recipient of numerous awards for her outstanding etchings and monoprints and her work is avidly collected across the globe.

JURGEN GORG

Also on show - original paintings and sculpture by Jurgen Gorg. Gorg’s impact on the European art scene has been little short of sensational. Much imitated, but never bettered, his technical skill and his ability to reproduce the moving figure so sensitively, make his work irresistible to his many collectors. Visit early as last years exhibition sold out.

ROOKSMOOR GALLERY

An exhibition of what Rooksmoor does best: Quality fine art and ceramics at affordable prices.

Visit the gallery to see:

decorative tableware by Robert Goldsmith,

stoneware animals by Pippa Hill,

figurative sculptures for the home or garden by Walter Awlson

and etchings by Debby Mason, Anthony Dawson and Valerie    Christmas.

A refreshing exhibition after the Christmas crush.

CHRISTMAS 2006

26 ^th  OCTOBER 2006  -  5 ^th  JANUARY 2007

MULLED WINE & MINCE PIES!

FRIDAY 1 ^st  DECEMBER    5  -  8 pm

Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries welcome you all to catch up on Christmas shopping with special extended opening hours and delicious treats!

Rostra has joined forces with Rooksmoor Gallery this winter ensuring our famous Christmas Shows will be the best yet!

From 26th October we will be offering a spectacular array of art, ceramics and hand made designer jewellery and greetings cards. Both galleries have plenty of unique items chosen especially for the gift giving season with big name national artists sitting happily next to new and upcoming talent to give you a superb choice and price range.

It’s always a treat visiting the Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries particularly at Christmas time. They excel at providing a comfortable atmosphere to take your time to choose the perfect gift.

Visit us for a calm, organised and pleasurable Christmas shopping experience or just to get away from it all.

DECEMBER OPENING TIMES :

Monday : 10am  -  5.30pm
Tuesday : 10am  -  5.30pm
Wednesday : 10am  -  5.30pm
Thursday : 10am  -  7.30pm
Saturday : 10am  -  6pm
Sunday : 11am  -  4.30pm