Viewing art is a relaxing and thought-provoking activity for many. You don’t have to be an art expert to enjoy viewing art, so why not view some while staying in Ross-on-Wye? We’ve collated some local art galleries where you can see exquisite art in Ross-on-Wye.
Gallery 54
This premier art gallery in Ross-on-Wye houses a fine collection of contemporary abstract art. Set within a beautiful 17th-century listed building, it’s welcoming to everyone who enjoys viewing paintings, ceramics and glassware. The exhibition space features two floors, accessed by an open stairwell and exhibits work from over 20 artists. All the artists share a keen appreciation in space, form, and colour. Gallery 54 has a central location on Ross-on-Wye’s High Street.
Lyons Gold Gallery
Launched in 2020 by James W Lyons, Lyons Gold Gallery exhibits incredibly unique works of art. It aims to bring the general public closer to the beautiful art world. It displays work from 30 artists, including sculptors, acrylic artists and mixed media artists. Their work ranges from contemporary to functional. You can buy art online from the gallery’s website. The gallery is on Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye.
Man of Ross Gallery
A place for fans of historical art and the well-known Man of Ross (an English philanthropist named John Kyrle), this gallery is housed in a 17th-century listed building. It has a stone fireplace, plus beautiful oak beams and panelling, providing the perfect backdrop for the stunning paintings that adorn the walls. The paintings were created by artist Anthony J. Avery, a modern-day impressionist. A versatile and talented painter, he works in all mediums, including oil, watercolour and pastel. The Man of Ross Gallery can be found on Edde Cross Street, Ross-on-Wye.
Partridge’s Gallery
Established in 2016, Partridge’s Gallery is a printworks business owned by an artist called Rhys from Ross-on-Wye. Rhys has always had a keen interest in the arts and holds a degree in Fine Arts from the University College Falmouth. He has displayed his work in various locations around the country, including group and solo exhibitions in London. However, he enjoys staying rooted in the countryside, exploring his beautiful environment to inspire his paintings, drawings and printmaking – all created from his home studio. Rhys has a particular interest in surface, light, shade and colour. His love of printmaking started while he was studying at university, and he has recently started a unique linocut process. The process of lino cutting takes a lot of care and precision. He focuses on shapes, lines and mark-making, with rewarding results.
How to view art
If you’re new to viewing art or attending art galleries, you may wonder what it’s all about. How are you meant to consume art? Here are some tips for beginners:
- Spend time admiring the art
- Notice how your eyes move around the painting
- Do some research on the artist
- Make a note of how it makes you feel – your likes and dislikes
- Try to figure out some meaning
There’s no right or wrong way to view art, it’s a subjective experience, and we hope you enjoy it.
