This September, discover new artists, galleries and exhibitions to light your creative spark; with this selection of fantastic local spaces to visit, you'll soon be awash in innovation. Which one will you try first?
Paul Stretton-Stephens - Visual Artist
With an unwavering gaze fixed upon the ever-changing seascape, self-taught visual artist Paul Stretton-Stephens finds his muse amidst the ebb and flow of coastal existence. His canvas breathes with the essence of movement, light, and the very essence of life itself. Each stroke and pixel a testament to his reverence for the dance of nature's elements, each hue a reflection of the boundless palette of coastal life.
In his fusion of mediums - fusion hybrid art, digital mastery, and the artistry of the lens - Paul's vision knows no bounds. With a deft touch, he orchestrates a symphony of colour and form, each piece a harmonious fusion of light, movement, and energy.
Yet, it is in his Coastal Life Collection that Paul's artistic manifesto finds its truest expression. Through the lens of his camera, he captures the essence of coastal existence, each photograph a testament to the beauty and vitality of life by the shore.
Ever the innovator, Paul continues to push the boundaries of his craft, blending fabric, photography, and digital painting in his quest for artistic evolution. With each masterpiece, he invites the viewer to embark on a journey of discovery, to lose themselves in the timeless allure of coastal living.
Paul is currently exhibiting at the English Riviera Summer Open Exhibition in Torquay.
Tel: 07484 130395
Email: paul@paulstrettonstephens.com
Velarde Gallery
Velarde is an exciting new contemporary art gallery in Kingsbridge, Devon. Its aim is to establish itself as a leading light in the South West arts scene. The gallery brings the very best in British contemporary art to Devon, giving collectors the opportunity to connect with both established artists and emerging new talent.
With a focus on quality, diversity of practice and creative innovation, our year-round programme of exhibitions brings exceptional contemporary art and craft to the heart of the South West.
See the exhibition Colour Stories until September 14.
Address: 86 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1PP
Email: gallery@velarde.co.uk
Web: velarde.co.uk
REMINISCENCES at LEADWORKS PROJECTS
From September 2 to 30, a group of 11 artists from Devon present the exhibition. It will showcase paintings of scenes before and after disasters resulting as consequences of human greed (overexploitation, conflicts, demographic growth etc) across the world, with a focus on Ukraine depicted through the different artworks on display.
This will include lettering and calligraphy by Ruth Sutherland and Christophe Szpajdel, narrative art by Dreambleed Arts (Canada), black and white monochromes by Gosia Bilicka (Poland), expressive art by Jo Blue, Helen Ely, and Amber Hoddinott, linocut and etching by Sam Goodwin and digital and handmade mixed media by Terry Maughan and Deathstyle Graphics (USA).
Situated near the Octagon and the Plymouth Pavilions, Leadworks is accessible through Union Street. Parking is recommended on Martin Street, PL1 3NE as Rendle Street is very narrow, therefore difficult to park.
With demonstrations from some of the artists, the exhibition will be open from 2nd to 30th of September:
Sunday and Monday; 10 am - 3 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10 am - late
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Address: Leadworks Projects, 170 Rendle St, Stonehouse, Plymouth PL1 1TP
Web: leadworksplymouth.com
