our HIstory

Gilly Davies and Anna Everett's enthusiasm for fine art sowed the seed for launching an outlet for art in Stafford. With support from local artists and The Guildhall Shopping Centre, Gilly and Anna built their idea from the ground up five times through a series of pop up galleries.

Staffordshire ceramics

phase one gallery

24/08/17 - 30/09/17
Our first pop up gallery saw record numbers of visitors during Stafford Arts Festival. Visitors flocked to see live demonstrations from exhibiting artists and to listen to a live guitar performance while enjoying the artworks and atmosphere

Designer textiles

phase two gallery

06/10/17 - 16/11/17
Our second pop up gallery received an influx of fabulous ceramics and textiles from across the county. A programme of live demonstrations and talks were introduced. It was all about getting to know us and our artists this month

Fine Art

phase three gallery

21/11/17 - 24/12/17
Our third pop up gallery was stacked with inspirational gifts and art ready for the Christmas season. Located inside the Guildhall Shopping Centre in one of their biggest premises.  Unique gifts designed and made by a Staffordshire artists were available to purchase

Gifts for all occasions

PHASE FOUR GALLERY

03/02/18 - 09/04/18
Slightly longer than usual, this pop up gallery saw the launch of our first themed exhibition 'Ocean' and the introduction of new award winning artists. The theme was chosen to reflect Stafford Green Arts Festival and the campaign to clean up our oceans led by 'There is No Planet B'. 
Over 6000 visitors came to see and buy the works made by our Staffordshire based artists including a soap star, local councillors and the tourist information people

Spring exhibition

PHASE FIVE GALLERY

20/04/18 - 19/05/18
Featuring old favourites as well as brand new artists from Staffordshire. The Gallery hosted new creative activities such as willow weaving and a still life drawing workshop. The premises were big and it was hard
miss us with a bright green window!
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Our thanks go to The Guildhall Shopping Centre, Stafford and our talented artists for their support and encouragement with our pop up venture. 

Gilly Davies and Anna Everett

NEW PERMANENT PREMISES

From 26/10/18
After 5 shop moves and having the honour of representing over 65 artists and makers from the beautiful county of Staffordshire, Anna and Gilly took a small break before securing permanent premises for their gallery in Stafford. The new gallery represents British artists and makers within the walls of a warm and friendly coffee shop.
Pop in, have a brew and a slice of cake while surrounded by beautiful artworks and a treasure trove of gift ideas. 
Check out our workshop programme led by professional artists and makers.