SMART Gallery are very excited to announce that there will be a special preview weekend from 5pm on Thursday 8th October – 5pm Sunday 11th October. This will be the first exhibition in the new look SMART Gallery and we hope that you can all be there!! There will be a special preview of all the AUTUMN 2009 New Releases to the SMART Gallery and also an introduction to a fantastic new portfolio of artists. Visit the gallery for bubbly and bits and for every purchase over £250 throughout the preview weekend we will be rewarding you with a gift card which can be used against any future purchases. We really hope to see you there!!

Don’t forget about the late night opening in the Redbrick Mill on Thursday til 8pm!!

New Releases 2009

Smart Gallery is very excited to announce the fantastic AUTUMN 2009 Collection. Featuring art from the best selling artists Rolf Harris CBE, Doug Hyde and Henderson Cisz and new artists Will Kemp and George Somerville to name but a few…. this collection is one not to be missed! Visit the Smart Gallery, Redbrick Mill Batley to see for yourself!!

As a part of the fantastic selection of 2009 New Releases, we will be revealing Rolf Harris CBE’s newest collection of Limited Edition artwork entitled ‘Modern Masterpieces’ ….. definitely not one to be missed!!

New Look SMART Gallery

SMART Gallery have made changes! We want to make your experience with us as full and varied as we possibly can! Our www.smartgallery.co.uk site is currently being updated with our new artists and artwork available in the Redbrick Mill, Batley gallery and will allow our clients to view and buy from the comfort of their own homes! This site will be updated with all new Original and Limited Edition artwork as we expand the gallery so make sure that you check us out as regularly as you can! We will also update any news and events in the gallery and will be happy to receive any feedback from you as we value your opinion – particularly in this time of change!

In addition to this site we also have our sister website www.smartgallery.net which will showcase the wider range of Limited Edition Art and Sculpture which is available to us – if you like what you see simply contact us and we will make the piece available for you to buy through our www.smartgallery.co.uk site which will give you the benefit of our free UK delivery service, or, we will arrange for the piece to be brought to the gallery for you to view and buy in person – whichever is most convenient! Let us do the hard work!

We are very excited at SMART GALLERY about the exciting new direction in which our Redbrick Mill, Batley gallery is heading and we are confident that you will be too! We want our valued clients to take the first steps with us and value your feedback along the way. Walk with us - you won’t be disappointed!

What’s new at Smart Gallery? Come and have a look.  We are concentrating all efforts solely on our flagship store at Redbrick Mill, Batley. The home of fine décor, great food, late night opening on a Thursday & free parking. 

Plus instead of being dedicated to just one main publisher, we will be introducing to our clients the finest art from all sources. 

Come to the gallery and view our fabulous new collection of artwork by Doug Hyde, Jack Vettriano & Rolf Harris as well as Henderson Cisz, Fabian Perez along with some old favourites like Todd White & coming soon new works by Sarah-Jane Szikora. 

Shelley and Jan are so excited about our new collection & can’t wait for you to see it.

If you can’t make it in to see us don’t miss out! You can view all available art in the gallery by visiting our website www.smartgallery.co.uk or the entire collection of limited edition prints and sculptures by visiting www.smartgallery.net!

Like what you see? Or need more information? Please feel free to contact us! Your comments are always welcome!

contact

batley@smartgallery.co.uk

01924 455445

‘Our focus at Smart Gallery is on finding the perfect art for every client. Although we have a fresh new look we pride ourselves in the fact that our customer service is second to none…..some things just never change!!’

The SMART Gallery are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to buy selected pieces

from this much loved artist, many of which are ’sold out’ from the publisher.

Please contact SMART Gallery for further details

Items available as follows

Ladies Only, Startled Stag, Big Betty’s, Smooching, Heavenly Abode, Eyeballs, Sherbert Dandies, Sympathy for the Devil, Prisoner of War, Angels of the North, Prince Charming, We Are Not Amused, The Biscuit Factory, Tickly Feet Sculpture, Stealing The Show Sculpture, Don’t Bring Me Down, Horns v Halos, Not Ready To Go Yet, Field, Up The Wooden Hill,Ace, Infatuations, Gloria’s Beauty Spot, We Are Not Amused, Spongehenge, Lonely Heart and Dare to be Different. (Click here to view Sarah’s Collection)

All pieces are subject to availability on a first come first served basis don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!!!!

SMART Gallery are pleased to announce the launch of the online ‘Collectors Club’. This exclusive club is aimed at attracting members who want MORE! More service, More perks, More exclusive offers…..

To sign up now simply click onto the following link and register your details and as a special thank you we will send you a complimentary Collector Magazine!

http://www.smartgallery.co.uk/collectors-club/

and watch this space for the exclusive ‘Collector Club’ offer for May…..

We have received feedback from our Leeds Gallery clients that they are unsure of the times when they can drive down Albion Place to pick up artwork from the gallery. Just to let you know that you are able to drive through the city centre shopping areas before 10.30am daily and after 4.30pm – this means that you can park up right outside the doors during these time slots to collect your pictures! How convenient!!

Christina Harris Original 'Counting Snowflakes'

Our hugely popular artist, Christina Harris has kindly agreed to be our artist of the month for May! Christina has proven to be a favourite artist for a number of years now with her work a regular feature within our Redbrick Mill, Batley gallery. Here’s what Christina has to say;

Q. –  What is your full name? (embarrassing middle names included please)

A. –  Christina Mary Harris

Q. – Marital Status?

A. – Married

Q. – Who or what inspires you?

A.  – A sense of achievement when a painting is completed

Q. – When did you decide you wanted to be a full time artist?

A. –October 2003

Q. – Where do you work?

A. – I have a workroom at home

Q. – Describe a typical working day.

A. -  Don’t have one as I work as and when I feel like it.  Always start the day with a walk, though.  Can start work anytime between 10 and late evening.  Sometimes work into the night if I’m in the mood or I’m extra busy.

Q. – If you weren’t an artist what job would you do?

A. – Writer

Q. – What is your greatest achievement both privately and professionally?

A. –  Maintaining friendships

Q. – Do you have any pets?

A. – One husband

Q. – What is your favourite colour?

A. – Duck egg blue

Q. – What is your favourite food?

A. –  Fish with parsley sauce and carrots

Q. – What is your favourite drink?

A. –  port and lemon

Q. – What is your favourite car?

A. –  My black Peugeot 206

Q. – What is your favourite film?

A. –  Cool Runnings

Q. – What is your favourite album?

A. –  Raising sand – Robert Plant

Q. – Do you have a favourite quote?

A. –  There’s no hurry any more

Q. – What is the last book you read?

A. –  The curious incident of the dog in the night time – Mark Haddon

         Currently reading King of Torts by John Grisham

Q. – Do you have any bad habits (that you can admit to?!)

A. –  Spoil myself too much

Q:  If a film was made about your life, which actor would play the role of ‘Christina Harris’?

A:  Julie Walters – because she has limitless talent!!

Q. – Describe yourself in 5 words

A. –  Five foot  with blonde hair!!!!! (I know you didn’t quite mean that)

Q. – If you were a superhero who would you be and why?

A. –  Don’t want to be anyone else – quite happy to be me

Thank you Christina!! To view and buy Christina Harris Original Artwork, please click onto the following link:

http://www.smartgallery.co.uk/artists/christina-harris

Christina would like us to mention that she will accept requests for commission based pieces if you require something more specific! If you would like further details of this please contact SMART Gallery!

Govinder Commemorative Exhibition, Leeds

SMART Gallery, Leeds will be holding a commemorative exhibition of Govinder art work for one week commencing the Saturday 25th April in memory of this truly gifted artist. The exhibition will consist of sold out pieces of artwork and sculpture and Govinder originals and will run on a first come first served basis as stock is extremely limited! If any pieces are unsold at the end of the week they will be moved to our Batley or Harrogate galleries but please do not miss this opportunity to view and potentially become the proud owner of some fabulous artwork from the late Govinder.

We hope to see you there!