Man in a White Hat
by John Kiki
The Rose
by Derrick Greaves
Crowd Waiting
by Evelyn Williams
↑ The Gallery - carved roundel by David Holgate , Sculpture by Vanessa Pooley.
Photograph by Philip Churchman |
Art Gallery
As a venue for contemporary Art, the King of Hearts shows works in the Gallery, a splendid medieval hall with stunning architectural features, and in its spacious and light Cafe.
The Gallery has three exhibitions a year, alternating between the Gotto Collection, a unique mix of contemporary art put together by Mrs. Aude Gotto, Founder of the King of Hearts, and some special themed group or duo Shows by prominent East Anglian artists. The Cafe show changes every six weeks.
Aude Gotto Collection: 20 years of collecting 1990-2010
16 January 2010 – May 2010
The Gotto Collection is unique in Norfolk: apart from the Sainsburys, there are not many private collectors in the area who make their collection available to the general public; and the coming together of the best of East Anglian contemporary talent with one of the most remarkable Tudor buildings in Norwich is quite exceptional.
Built over the years since the opening of the King of Hearts in 1990, it reflects the high level of skill and creativity in the region. Works have been bought mostly from the exhibitions that take place in the King of Hearts Gallery and the Café, and from some other Norfolk Galleries. Many of the artists represented are well-established and even famous, but others are young and newly discovered, reflecting the purpose of the King of Hearts which was to encourage both excellence and developing talent.
Artists include: Derrick Greaves, John Kiki, Zheni Warner, Brenda Unwin, Kathleen McFarlane, Derek Morris, Ros Newman, Emily Mayer, Louise Richardson, Andrew Campbell, Liz McGowan and many others. There are also some famous outsiders such as Sir Terry Frost, Ana Maria Pacheco and Evelyn Williams.
This Show provides stimulating contrasts and a wide variety: paintings, prints, sculptures, textiles and photography. There is something for everyone: landscapes, portraits, wall hangings, animal sculptures, bright abstract paintings or striking black and white prints, and much more.
The owner writes: My choice has been guided by instinct and personal taste rather than by any academic pursuit. I respond to what moves me – beauty, meaning or skill- a purely intellectual or formal exploration does not satisfy me. My touchstone is integrity, the artist’s fidelity to their own vision, independent of fads and fashion.”
Gallery Opening Hours:
Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ADMISSION FREE TO ALL EXHIBITIONS
The Aude Gotto Collection
The Aude Gotto Collection of contemporary art is exhibited in the main Gallery and throughout the building. It is a unique and eclectic collection of paintings, etchings, sculptures, photographs, textiles, mixed media and crafts which brings together nearly 100 works by 59 artists.
Styles range from traditional and figurative to abstract and experimental. Most of the artists have East Anglian connections, many are nationally or internationally recognised. Some well-known names include: Sir Terry Frost, Derrick Greaves, David Holgate, John Kiki, Kathleen McFarlane, Emily Mayer, Derek Morris, Ana Maria Pacheco, John Piper, Evelyn Williams.
A full-colour Catalogue, paperback, 48 pages, 47 colour illustrations, can be obtained from the King of Hearts, price £10 + £1.50 p&p.
Changing exhibitions of local artists, from established artists to students, with a variety of styles, take place in the Café and Mezzanine.
Philip Churchman: Photography
17 February - 30 March 2010
Philip says 'If I have a philosophy on photography it is that, wherever you are, whatever the light and however mundane the surroundings, there is always a good picture waiting to be taken. I really enjoy the challenge of finding that picture.'
Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
ADMISSION FREE TO ALL EXHIBITIONS
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