The Castle, the Boats and a Working Waterfront Since I first moved to Caernarfon and opened my art gallery in Hole in the Wall Street I have felt as if I am walking through history every day. With our imposing castle, impregnable stone walls and historic buildings I can almost hear the voices of our […]
The Next Custodian Some discoveries are made not in galleries, but in sale rooms. HECTOR CAFFIERI (British, 1847-1932) watercolour en grisaille – Breton fish girls waiting at a quayside, signed. Sale rooms are curious places. Every object waits with the same patient dignity, whether it is a masterpiece or merely a forgotten possession. The greatest […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Y Segontiwm – where creativity finds its pulse. Step into a place where art, music and conversation flow as freely as the wine. Y Segontiwm 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 […]
Reviving Georgian Elegance at Y Segontiwm There’s a rare harmony between fine art and antique furniture. Each tells a story of craftsmanship, time, and taste. In the Georgian era, painters such as George Romney, Sir Joshua Reynolds and John Constable captured the confidence and grace of an age that prized balance, proportion and poise. Their […]
Art Matters more than ever as we head into 2025 Art has always been humanity’s way of responding to the uncontrollable, a beacon of hope and resilience in turbulent times. In the face of global challenges such as environmental crises, political instability, and social upheavals, art remains a sanctuary and a call to action. The […]
Art has the profound ability to inspire music Art has the profound ability to inspire music and writing by evoking emotions and sparking imagination. It can offer a visual narrative that resonates deeply. A painting’s vibrant colours or intricate details can translate into melodies that mimic its mood or rhythm. Artistic themes inspire lyrics or […]
