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Julia Aitken
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15
July
2015

The Observatory & Artists Residences

The Observatory is a sculptural installation that becomes an intervention, a space , a platform , a shelter, a look-out for a series of artist’s residences to take place over 2 years. Having just completed 6 months in Winchester it will now spend a further 6 months in Lymington before moving along the coast to Dorset and Cornwall in 2016. Lymington’s resident artists will also be showing work at Coastal Gallery during their residency – so do pop in and see these and keep an eye on this exciting project at www.lookinlookout.com. The Observatory is a project conceived and developed by local charity SPUD.

07
July
2015

New Window Installations

We are delighted to feature two bespoke chandeliers by artist Trudi Lloyd Williams these were inspired by the magnificent marine wildlife around our coastline. These chandeliers were created from up cycled plastic bottles that are polluting are beaches and seas. They have been transformed in Trudi’s New Forest studio using a layering of heat, mark making, cutting and forming techniques. Do come and have a closer look at these incredible new arrivals !

30
June
2015

Claire Wiltsher Book Signing – This week !

You are invited to join us on Friday 3rd July or Saturday 4th July between 11am – 3pm to meet Claire Wiltsher who will be signing copies of her new book ‘JOURNEYS from the forest to the sea’. This is a wonderful opportunity to talk directly to the artist and learn more about her inspirations and techniques – and enjoy a glass of wine !

18
June
2015

New Arrivals

We have just received three beautiful new paintings from Martyn Brewster – two are from his Seascape series and one from Headlands – these are now on exhibition with us so do pop in and have a look ! New work has also been received from Pete Gilbert – always a Forest favourite – and N.R Hills with his trademark ‘coastal-decay’ paintings that simply ooze sea air. Meanwhile our gifts collection continues to be popular for customers looking out for an art inspired treat or gift – we have just received a delightful limited edition collection of silk scarves by the art / fashion brand Miss Kiki-Salon. Our windows now feature Lyndhurst artist Claire Wiltsher’s stunning seascapes – in preparation for her book signing on July 3rd & 4th – do join us between 11am – 3pm and meet Claire !

11
June
2015

Summer at Coastal !

To celebrate the summer months ahead we have brought together the very best of marine inspired art & design – with a twist. Our windows now feature the beautiful seascapes of Claire Wiltsher – diary date July 3rd & 4th where Claire is signing copies of her new book between 11am – 3pm. Michael Turner’s Pirhana in marine stainless steel is remaining on the lookout and still attracts much attention – we are fortunate to exhibit such stunning sculpture which is now truly in the collectors league. Claire Gill’s marine inspired photomontages are available as limited edition prints from just £65 – we also have a wide selection of her greeting cards. Do come and visit us soon to see all our latest arrivals !

01
June
2015

Miss Kiki Salon

We are delighted that the creative collaborative ‘Miss Kiki Salon’ has designed a collection of wearable art especially for Coastal Gallery – which has now arrived ! Founder and Brand Director Kate Burton visited the gallery on saturday with her husband and co-partner Robert Burton following a photo shoot for the designs which can be seen on or Facebook site. These vibrant design in 100% bamboo fabric can be made to order and represent exceptional value at just £120 for the asymetric dress. Keep a look out for more unusual art & design ideas at Coastal Gallery – including sculpture, ceramics, jewellery, scarves, photography, cards, prints – and of course a truly inspired collection of contemporary abstract art !

28
May
2015

Claire Wiltsher Book Signing

We are delighted that New Forest artist Claire Wiltsher will be signing her new book at Coastal Gallery Lymington on Friday July 3 and Saturday July 4. Clare has exhibited with us for over four years and will be signing copies of ‘Journeys from the Forest to the Sea ‘ published by Creative Coverage, between 11am and 3pm on both days.

13
May
2015

Coastal Art

With the election now over and spring upon us we have plenty of new arrivals to inspire ! Last week we received a series of beautiful and evocative paintings by Jennie Slater – these atmospheric seascapes capture the real essence of the sea. Jennie’s work has been widely exhibited in London and the South East including Cork Street, The Royal College of Art, and the Affordable Art Fair. We also have more delightful seascapes by Claire Wiltsher and Paul Bennett, contemporary photography by Baxter Bradford and Claire Gill – giving a real breadth of choice for marine inspired art.

05
May
2015

The Luxury of Art

With Spring now with us many of our customers have been visiting for inspiration and ideas for new interior design schemes. It is interesting to hear about all the different projects but most of all the difference a well chosen piece of art or sculpture can make. Building an art collection has long been seen as a preserve for only the very wealthy – but collecting art is fast becoming an interesting and pleasurable investment for many more people today. Coastal Gallery continues to provide a well edited collection of top artists and sculptors – Martyn Brewster, Stephen Powell, Ingrid Sterling, Gohar Goddard and Claire Wiltsher to name just a few. So do pop in and view all our latest arrivals and enjoy the journey of collecting contemporary art !

22
April
2015

Spring in Lymington

The recent warm weather has put spring very much to the fore, and many of our regular customers have visited the gallery to view ideas for updating and refreshing their homes. Coastal inspired art by Claire Wiltsher, Claire Gill, Jenny Slater and Paul Bennett have received much attention along with strong abstracts by Stephen Powell, Jason Miller and Biddy Hodgkinson. It is very encouraging that Coastal Gallery is still being discovered by locals and visitors alike – delighted that we exhibit “something different” and of a high quality. We look forward to welcoming many more !