There’s something about the sea that stirs the spirit and calls to the emotions. People everywhere associate the sea with freedom, space, excitement, serenity and a whole host of other feelings. Paintings of the sea and the coast can add a depth and special something to your living space. Take a calm seascape to a […]

We are delighted to welcome to the gallery the work of contemporary glass artist Allister Malcolm. Allister’s work is striking, beautiful and, on occasion, quirky. He uses silver leaf and sometimes blows the glass into moulds to achieve incredible textures and patterns. There are bottles stoppered with fish tails and vases dripping with gold. Why […]

We are delighted to welcome back the paintings of Sue Fawthrop. Sue works in oils and has moved from studio painting to plein air which means a slightly new palette of colours. Her work is dramatic and arresting while still retaining a feeling of intimacy and warmth. She exhibits her pieces in simple wooden frames […]

We are delighted to welcome the work of Ellie Leger to the gallery. Ellie works in glorious colours and is not afraid to add light in the form of reflective media to her paintings. Ellie’s canvases ooze joy and celebration as well as fun and optimism. She specialises in quirky landscapes and vibrant underwater scenes. […]

It’s great to be displaying new paintings by John Boyd in the gallery, particularly as the weather warms up for Spring. John’s paintings of beaches have a great sense of space about them especially as the people on the beaches appear tiny. Surfers, people fishing and walking their dogs are clearly enjoying the beauty of […]

John Boyd has had his work in the Polly Skye Gallery for a while now and most of his paintings do not last long before being snapped up by discerning customers. So, what is the appeal? Well, John specialises in scale and space. His canvases, whatever size, evoke a sense of awe and wonder at […]

And I should add the blues and turquoises! David Morgan’s paintings never cease to inspire and we are so lucky to have more of his work here in the gallery for our Sprng exhibition. Though they are beautiful on your screen, his paintings really should be seen in the gallery as the paint is loaded […]

You’ve left the office behind, unpacked the car and settled into your holiday accommodation. Next it’s off into the fresh air and stunning scenery. You feel your spirits rise and your worries slide away. If only you could keep this feeling! Well there is a way to keep something of your holiday alive: take away […]

I don’t know about you, but catching a glimpse of a small bird singing in the morning lifts my spirits for the rest of the day. I get the same feeling from looking at Sue Allen’s beautiful bird paintings. She captures not only the best of British birds, but the tones and textures of their […]