Flintshire: Oriel Glasfryn Gallery celebrates art and nature this winter
Art lovers in North Wales and beyond are invited to experience Oriel Glasfryn Gallery’s winter exhibitions, offering the chance to view and purchase original works by over 50 Welsh artists.
Located in a stunning Victorian villa in the village of Caerwys, just minutes from the A55, the gallery has become a destination for contemporary Welsh art since its founding in 2022 by pastel artist Dave Roberts, his wife Lise, and their daughter Charlotte.
This year’s Winter Exhibition, running from 13 November to 15 December (closed Monday and Tuesday), features an impressive array of Welsh talent.
Highlights include:
- Abstract still-life and landscapes by Andrew McCutcheon.
- Contemporary landscapes by Angharad Taris.
- North Wales-inspired still life by Anwen Roberts.
- Mixed media studies by Lorna Bates and Rachel Stewart.
- Intricate basketry by Rosie Farey, including miniature baskets smaller than a coin.
- Usable wooden sculptures by The Whittlings.
- Ceramics inspired by Welsh myths by Louise Schrempft.
- Bespoke cashmere textiles by The Whale Creative.
Gallery owner Dave Roberts described the Winter Exhibition as “a real showcase and a great opportunity to buy a unique and original gift.” He added, “Glasfryn Hall looks wonderful with log fires and Christmas decorations setting the scene. We also offer the Own Art scheme, allowing customers to spread the cost of original artworks over 10 months, interest-free.”
Exploring Gaia and Female Artists
Running alongside the Winter Exhibition until 23 February is Gaia: Female Artists and Their Connection to Mother Earth, which explores how women artists interact with their environment. The curated collection includes:
- Textile art by Lynda Shell, inspired by the traditions of rural African American women from Gee’s Bend, Alabama.
- Paintings by Jane Morrow, capturing the fleeting beauty of the North Wales landscape and the impact of climate change.
- Ceramics by Hilary Coole, using abstract landscapes and the female form to symbolise the destruction of the planet.
Gallery Manager Charlotte Roberts, who curated the exhibition, said, “This is the first in a series of themed exhibitions that truly bring our contemporary space to life. It offers visitors new and curated work while giving our artists the opportunity to evolve their creations in response to a theme.”
Full details of Oriel Glasfryn Gallery’s Winter Exhibitions can be found at www.orielglasfryn.com.
