Willow Gallery is a contemporary art space dedicated to displaying works from both local and national artists established in 2012. We represent both professional artists and those starting out as well as students. Our range covers more traditional 2D work, to sculpture and more dynamic installations. We are a retail gallery, but we also host engaging projects and works to bring Oswestry a platform for makers to connect with the public. We frequently hold workshops, talks, events and exhibitions, bringing together creative individuals from the local community and beyond.
We aim to provide a platform for artists and craft people to promote themselves and their work. We display work directly from living artists. Hosting both a craft shop and a cafe, the space provides a family friendly atmosphere where you can relax, chat, work and enjoy the art on display. The gallery regularly holds classes and workshops from in house tutors and guest teachers covering a wide range of art and craft subjects. Past workshops have included life class, sculpting, painting, felt making, photography, jewellery making & printmaking.
Exhibiting at Willow Gallery
For over a decade the Willow Gallery has represented artists, societies and guilds from across the UK covering a wide range of art from traditional fine art to installations and performances.
We only work directly with living artists and craft makers based in the UK, acting as a disclosed agent for artists to sell to reach an audience.
If you would like to exhibit at the gallery please contact us by email with a selection of high quality images of your portfolio and an artist statement.
We work on a sale or return basis with a gallery commission of 35% on the full price set by the artist and craft makers. The gallery has a number of Open Exhibitions throughout the year, we also welcome applications from groups and societies to book the gallery space. Please contact us for full details.
Willow 56 Cafe
Open, Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 3.30pm, serving freshly ground coffee, loose leaf teas and savoury treats.
We do recommended groups book in advance to ensure we are able to accommodate.
Workshops at Willow Gallery
The gallery has a dedicated studio for workshops running around 30 workshops a year by practising artists. All our workshops are designed for beginners and generally ran on a Saturday. Our workshops have covered painting, drawing, textiles, printmaking, sculpture, mosaic and ceramic, we are open to new tutors if you’d like to contact the gallery with your experience and portfolio.
Events at Willow Gallery
The gallery has a regular programme of speakers throughout the year covering artists is residence, poetry, book readings and performance. The gallery hosted its first Nature Festival last year in collaboration with Shropshire Wildlife Trust featuring speakers such as BBC’s Iolo Williams, Guardian columnists and BBC cameraman Doug Allen.
Hiring the Gallery for Corporate Events.
The gallery is a hundred seater venue with a projector screen, microphone and speaker system. We also offer on site catering with our own café and car park.
Willow Gallery Publications for Download
Stitch by Stitch Contemporary Fine Art Textiles Exhibition Catalogue – July 2023
Accessibility
The gallery and workshop is located on a ground floor and we have parking at the rear of the gallery.
We have an accessible toilet available to visitors.
Email the gallery at willowgalleryoswestry@gmail.com to be added to our mailing list to find out about future events.