Placing the Artist: Jan Gardner RCA

Jan Gardner RCA – Painting the Emotional Landscape When we look at a painting by Jan Gardner, we are not simply looking at a landscape. We are looking at memory, emotion and experience translated into colour. Although her work often begins with observations gathered from the mountains, coastline and changing light of North Wales, the […]
Meet the Artist: The Creative Voices of Life: Full Colour

At Life: Full Colour, we are proud to represent artists whose work combines technical accomplishment, creative curiosity and a distinctive personal vision. Amanda Webster embodies all three. One of the most striking aspects of Amanda’s practice is her versatility. While many artists become known for working within a single medium, Amanda moves effortlessly between charcoal, […]
Turn Up the Colour … Turn Up the Sound

Music and art share a pulse. An unseen rhythm that moves through brushstrokes, melodies, and the spaces in between. At Y Segontiwm, that pulse is amplified – vivid, expressive, alive. Our programme of live musicians throughout May brings energy and atmosphere to each evening: while our alternating Thursday sessions invite you to take part. One […]
Life: Full Colour introduces first “Art Jam” with Amanda Webster & friends

As part of the new arts season at Life: Full Colour, we’re delighted to introduce our first “Art Jam” with Amanda Webster and Friends. A new creative evening at Y Segontiwm, Caernarfon: Art Jam with Amanda Webster & Friends. Beginning on Thursday 16th April, and continuing every second Thursday from 7:30–9:30pm, “Art Jam” is an […]
An integral element of Art

Framing has long held historical significance as an integral element of an artwork itself, rather than simply an addition made at the end of the creative process. From the great masterpieces of the 13th century onwards, the frame has played a vital role not only in presentation but also in authentication. Art historians often look […]
The Smile of Spring Light

There is a moment each spring when the light changes. After months of grey skies and muted colour, the sun suddenly appears with a quiet confidence. People notice it immediately. Faces lift, conversations linger, and smiles appear almost unconsciously. Light has that effect on us. It always has. Artists, perhaps more than anyone, have paid […]
Celebrating Welsh creativity through LIVE art

Life: Full Colour & The Imperial Hotel, Llandudno Celebrating Welsh creativity through LIVE art and immersive guest experiences Life: Full Colour is delighted to announce its latest artistic collaboration with The Imperial Hotel, Llandudno — a partnership that celebrates established Welsh artists while championing experience-led hospitality in one of North Wales’ most iconic settings. Renowned […]
A new perspective on figurative art by Pete Mattinson

Solo Exhibition launches in the Life: Full Colour gallery in Caernarfon on Saturday 28th June. A new perspective on figurative art In his latest solo show, Pete Mattinson (Pwllheli-based artist) pushes the boundaries of figurative art with his incredible paintings of figures conjured from neckties. Full of colour, texture and light – they tell action-packed […]
Between the Elements – Oil on Water

Between the Elements – Oil on Water – A new exhibition Artists often gravitate toward a particular medium that best channels their vision, while using it to explore a variety of subjects —from abstraction to still life and landscape. For Judith Donaghy, oil paint becomes both subject and tool. Her use of rich impasto gives […]
Y Segontiwm…Where creativity finds its pulse

Y Segontiwm…Where creativity finds its pulse Step into a place where art, music, and conversation flow as freely as the wine. Our bar follows the old tradition of artists gathering to observe, debate, and dream together. It’s a haven for the curious, the restless, and the inspired – where every glass poured carries with it […]