| DOUG HYDE FRIDAY 19TH MARCH FROM 5.30PM TO 7.30PM | |
| Doug will be here to unveil 'time of my life', a new collection of Original Paintings, Limited Editions and Sculpture. Highlights of the exhibition will include a stunning limited edition on glass, and a beautifully presented collectors gift of six framed miniatures offering a unique to start or expand a Doug Hyde collection. |  |
| FABIAN PEREZ - NOVEMBER 20TH | |
| Driftwood gallery is proud to announce that for ONE NIGHT ONLY, Fabian Perez the highly acclaimed artist will be hosting a preview evening in our Truro gallery. We will be showcasing a breathtaking selection of Originals and Limited Editions. We shall also be holding a competition; one lucky winner will walk away with the brand new leather bound, gold leaf embossed signed book along with the framed print, which can also be dedicated on the evening. For more information and to book your place please phone 01872 273747. Places are already being snapped up so limited spaces are available. |  |
| HENDERSON CISZ IN ATTENDANCE ON 15TH AND 16TH JULY 2009 | |
| On Friday 14th July, 5.30pm – 7.30pm, the Truro Gallery will be previewing the stunning and hugely anticipated Originals and limited’s editions from Henderson Cisz, bookings are recommended as places are already being taken. On Saturday 15th July, between 2pm and 4pm, Henderson Cisz will be on hand in the gallery to walk you through his beautiful pieces. Sunday 16th July, Henderson Cisz will be in our Padstow gallery. This is a show not to be missed as Henderson Cisz is a highly acclaimed artist, who is a pleasure to be around, so the show should prove to be a amazing experience for all. |  |
| CORNWALL COAST TO COAST, NEWQUAY 27TH JULY, TRURO 18TH JULY 2009 | |
| On Saturday 18th July, we shall be launching our Coast to Coast Event in the Truro Gallery, with Jen Larkin in attendance from 1pm. We shall be showcasing a brand new, previously un-seen collection. This should prove to be a lovely social event, with drinks and nibbles, so why not pop along and sail your way through some breathtaking collections from both local and international artists, with names such as Sam Walsh, Rebecca Lardner, Anthony Amos, Jen Larkin, Sherree Valentine Daines and many more. |  |
| LANDSCAPES & SEASCAPES | |
| An inspirational exhibition of landscapes and seascapes from some of the UK’s most distinguished artists both local and international. Newquay Preview 27th June from 1pm with Artist Sam Walsh in attendance. The preview will be accompanied by Champagne and canapés, so why not pop in and sail your way through our Coastal Art Work, many works of which are previously unseen and will be unveiled at our Preview. |  |
| ILFRACOMBE PROUDLY PRESENTS COAST TO COAST 20TH – 29TH JUNE, WITH A PREVIEW 19TH JUNE | |
| On Friday 19th June Ilfracombe will be hosting an exclusive private preview of the Coast to Coast exhibition. We will be holding an auction of an Original painting by Nikki De Marco. Philip Webb, Ilfracombe’ new mayor will be charging the auction and all money raised will be donated to the RNLI. Why not pop along, and enjoy some drinks and nibbles whilst viewing some breathtaking coastal scenes from both local and international artists. The Coast to Coast Event will be running until the 29th June, the Auction will be for one night only. For more information regarding the limited spaces for the evening and the meal at The Capstone Restaurant, please drop us a line on 01271 862590. |  |
| THE ROYAL BATH & WEST SHOW 27TH MAY– 30TH MAY 2009 THE ROYAL CORNWALL SHOW 4TH JUNE – 6TH JUNE 2009 |
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| Why not come along and say hello to us at these lovely shows. We will be showcasing a selection of our award winning artists, both local and international, such artists as Sherree Valentine Daines, Rebecca Lardner, Anthony Amos and many more. |  |
| CHEESE TASTING THURSDAY 28TH MAY 2009, 6PM – 7PM IN OUR TRURO GALLERY | |
| We are proud to be holding a ‘cheese tasting’ for The Cheese Shop (of Truro) at our Truro Gallery on Thursday 28th May, from 6pm to 7pm. The Cheese Shop will be showing some of their highly delectable cheeses and we shall be complementing their tasting by showcasing an enchanting mix of work from our leading artists. RSVP to our Truro Gallery info@driftwoodgallery.co.uk |  |
| AFFORDABLE ART FAIR AT BRISTOL, PREVIEW EVENING ON THURSDAY 14TH MAY, DAILY 15TH, 16TH & 17TH MAY | |
| We are very pleased to announce our presence at the Affordable Art Fair in Bristol next month; this will be the first time Driftwood Galleries has showcased their artists outside of the South West, and we hope to be showing at various venues in London in the Autumn. Artists being represented will include Anthony Amos, Andy Pearce, Sam Walsh, Julian Easton, the Rocks brothers, and American Artists Pablo Rojero and KC Haxton. We sincerely hope that you can join us, and have a limited number of invites to give away if you would like to attend the preview evening on Thursday 14th May; if so please inform us and we will send you an invite in the post. In addition I have attached a printable ticket which you can take with you to the event and receive half price entry. Driftwood will be one of approximately 50 galleries showing work in Bristol, so it should be quite an interesting and informative weekend! |  |
| WINE TASTING THURSDAY 16TH APRIL 2009, 5.30PM – 7.30PM IN OUR TRURO GALLERY | |
| Join us and take this opportunity to taste your way through a collection of fine wines selected by award-winning wine merchant, Laymont and Shaw, (Winner of the International Wine Challenge Specialist Wine Merchant of the Year Award), surrounded by award winning artwork. RSVP to our Truro Gallery info@driftwoodgallery.co.uk |  |
| SAM WALSH EXHIBITION 8TH NOVEMBER | |
| The exhibition was a great success. For more information please click here. |  |
| SURFSTOCK | |
| We will be exhibiting and trading at the Surfstock Festival and also sponsoring 2 of the awards with signed photographs by surf legends, George Greenough and Albe Falzon. | |
| SHEREE VALENTINE DAINES EXHIBITION OF NEW ORIGINALS AND LIMITED CANVAS’ ON SATURDAY 8TH MARCH IN OUR TRURO GALLERY | |
| To enquire about this upcoming exhibition please fill in the form above |  |
| ROCKS WAS IN ATTENDANCE 20th SEPTEMBER 2008 RAN FOR 2 WEEKS | |
| For more information about how the exhibition went please click here. |  |
| PHILIP GRAY WAS IN ATTENDANCE ON THE 28TH JUNE 2008 EXHIBITION RAN FOR 2 WEEKS | |
| For more information about how the exhibition went please click here. |  |
| SWITCHFOOT Aug 07 | |
| In amongst the madness of summer in Newquay, This show stopping exhibition brought some of the biggest names in surf culture to the fore. With work from masters of surf photography George Greenough and Albe Falzon, and artistic talents Thomas Campbell and the infamous Harry Daily. Certainly an event not to forget! |  |
| AMOS & JENNY HALE Sep 07 | |
| This combined exhibition brought together two very talented West Country artists with two very different styles. |  |
| HENDERSON CISZ Nov 07 | |
| Wow! What an event! This hugely successful exhibition gave credit to one our most prominent award winning artists. Henderson wowed a large crowd of admirers with a stunning set of originals of Truro City commissioned specially for the event. |  |
| DUNCAN MACGREGOR LAUNCH PARTY Jun 07 | |
| Showcasing an inspiring collection of seascapes from the leading British marine artist, this event was the perfect way to kick off the opening of Driftwood Gallery in Truro. |  |
| RODNEY SUMPTER Apr 06 | |
| An exhibition of surfboards, surf photography and surf art from the master of British surfing then and now. |  |
| JOHN SEVERSON & WOLFGANG BLOCH Jun 05 | |
| A fantastic pairing of two of the finest minds in the surf art world. John Severson, founder of Surfer magazine and inspirational figure in surf history provided an eclectic mix of vintage photography, posters and original artwork. To compliment, German- Ecuadorian Wolfgang Bloch brought over some progressive thinking and beautiful unique pieces from California. |  |
| SURF FESTIVALS | |
| Ripcurl Boardmasters, Animal Beachball, Gold Coast Oceanfest, Croyde. Bringing contemporary artwork to the beach in a surf and fun filled environment. |  |
