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Where Ink Meets Imagination

Where Ink Meets Imagination: Victor Hugo and the Synergy of Art and Writing Visiting the Royal Academy’s exhibition of Victor Hugo’s drawings and watercolours felt like stepping into the subconscious of a writer who saw no boundary between the visual and the verbal. Best known for his towering literary achievements, Hugo was also a visionary […]

Beneath the Surface: Abstract Expressionism

Beneath the Surface: David Weaver, Abstract Expressionism and the influence of Lindal Bold colour. Sweeping gesture. Layers of emotion and memory. David Weaver’s new show at Life: Full Colour brings the spirit of Abstract Expressionism into the present day. At its heart lies Lindal, a painting inspired by Iceland’s wild landscapes and the hidden histories […]

September – marks the end of summer

September marks the end of summer September, marking the transition from summer to autumn, has had a profound influence on many famous artists throughout history. This month, with its changing colours and light, has inspired a variety of works that capture the essence of this seasonal shift. One notable example is Vincent van Gogh, whose […]

Our Art Emporium – Celf Palas

Our Art Emporium – Celf Palas Our art emporium is a vibrant showcase of diverse artistic talent, where creativity flourishes in an array of styles, mediums, and cultural expressions. The works on display celebrate both emerging and established artists, reflecting the rich tapestry of global artistry. From striking modern pieces that push boundaries to classic, […]

Exploring the richness of Autumn

Exploring the richness of autumn In the 20th century, autumn emerged as a potent theme for artists across various movements. They used the season’s distinct palette and symbolism to explore deeper emotional and existential themes. Painters like Georgia O’Keeffe, one of the most significant artists of the 20th century, embraced autumn’s rich, earthy tones. She would […]

Coming to Manchester

Coming to Manchester We’re bringing the best of North Wales art to Manchester for this year’s Art Fair with our talented artists from our Caernarfon gallery Life: Full Colour. Featuring Jill Jones FRSA, Dermod Ruddock, Amanda Webster, Pete Mattinson, Judith Donaghy and Ann Lewis VPRCA. North Wales a source of artistic inspirations North Wales has […]

The Power of Colour in Art

The Power of Colour in Art Colour is a powerful tool in art, capable of evoking emotions, and creating an immediate connection between the viewer and the piece. That’s why we called our fine art gallery Life: Full Colour. Artists have long understood the psychological and emotional weight of colours. They use colours intentionally to […]

A Fruitful February foretold

A Fruitful February foretold A Fruitful February is foretold – well that’s what we’re manifesting at Life: Full Colour.  It’s been a tough 18-months in the Art World along with numerous storms to batter us. But there’s lot to take heart from our shortest month. Love is… February often evokes themes of love, with Valentine’s […]

The Man on the Train

featuring American Locomotive (1944) by Edward Hoppper a short story by Curator Sara McKee FRSA The train hums beneath me, a steady rhythm that has become as familiar as my own heartbeat. Every morning, I take the same seat by the window, watching the city blur past in muted greys and browns. And every morning, […]

How Fauvism Set Colour Free

How Fauvism Set Colour Free “…when i put down a green, it doesn’t mean grass; and when I put down a blue, it doesn’t mean the sky”, Henri Matisse At the dawn of the 20th century, Fauvism burst onto the art scene with an explosion of unrestrained colour. Henri Matisse and André Derain, the movement’s […]