A shout out to Northants’ art outlets

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Written By Lynne Dickens

“The lack of exhibiting space in the county is a worry”. I often hear this from other Northamptonshire artists I meet.

With the temporary closure of the Central Museum and the current state of Northampton town centre in particular, local artists are concerned. Where can we show our work? How can we engage with the county’s art lovers?

NN Contemporary Art in Guildhall Road, Northampton

However, despite all the current doom and gloom I would like to sing the praises of local outlets and galleries. These are outlets where I have sold paintings, so I have personal experience of their importance. They ‘fly the flag’ for art and paintings in Northamptonshire.

Primrose Gallery

Primrose Gallery is a well established gallery at Thrapston exhibiting original paintings and prints of not only national but local artists as well. The gallery has a good set up supported by framing and painting restoration services as well. Primrose is a strong supporter of local artists, culminating with the annual ‘Not the Open Studios’ exhibition.

The Storehouse Gallery

Opened in August 2017 at Weedon’s 19th century Royal Ordnance Depot on an impressive historic site overlooking the canal, the Storehouse Gallery is fast establishing itself as an important exhibition space. The gallery has hosted artwork and photographs from local and national artists. It also supports exhibitions by the Northampton Town & County Art Society and the South Northants Open Studio Trail.

Vintage Guru, St Giles Street

Whether it’s paintings, vintage clothing, old vinyls, ceramics or furniture, this independent retailer trading as Vintage Guru has it. Only open since August 2018, it is located on Northampton’s ‘hidden gem’ St Giles Street. It has quickly built a reputation as a ‘must-visit’ venue. The works of local artists are shown throughout the store and emporium.

NN Contemporary Art

A contemporary art space in the centre of Northampton, and home to my studio. NN Contemporary Art has an international programme of contemporary art, but also supports local artists through its project space and open studios. The gallery has recently hosted the Northampton Urban Sketchers.

This is only a small sample of current exhibiting space in Northamptonshire. It’s good to see art is alive and kicking in the county.

Lynne Dickens

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