A growing number of discerning art buyers and interior designers visit a British gallery for high quality contemporary art and design.
That is according to co-directors Bev Saunders and Stewart Mechem, who established Coastal Gallery in Hampshire in 2012 and have experienced a steady rise in sales.
“We believe this is because we showcase interesting and unique contemporary art not just from local artists but from London and internationally,” explains Bev.
It is a personal approach that sees the directors visiting the homes of art lovers to advise on artwork choices, framing and hanging, that sets this business apart from the competition.
"We also work with interior designers to source and commission artwork for domestic and corporate spaces," says co-director Stewart Mechem.
"Undoubtedly, customer service is critical," says Stewart. "We have become trusted by both artists and art lovers, and our friendly approach has resulted in much repeat business. The next 12 months promise to be very exciting," says Bev. "The highlight of our calendar will see us taking over ArtSway during Hampshire Open Studios (August 20 to August 29). We will use the wonderful space to exhibit and sell pieces by some of our leading contemporary artists and designers, including Martyn Brewster, Will Rochfort, Michael Turner, Jason Miller, Chris Whittaker, Stephen Powell, Jackie Giron, Claire Wiltsher, Trudi Lloyd-Williams and Jo Vane.
Many of these artists will be showing work specifically created for the exhibition, or presenting new work not seen before this event. Some artists will run workshops so that visitors can meet them and gain an insight into how the artists work. An event not to be missed."
She adds: "We are also displaying a small collection of artwork by Coastal Gallery artists and designers in the Principal's Lodgings at Jesus College Oxford, a stunning Grade 1 Listed building - a link we will develop as I split my time between the Gallery and Jesus College, where my husband, Sir Nigel Shadbolt, is the new principal.”
Coastal Gallery also stocks a range of luxury gifts including soaps made on the Exbury Estate by Caroline de Rothschild, candles and diffusers from The Spitalfield Candle Company, cashmere accessories by English Weather, and a collection of contemporary jewellery created exclusively for us by Milford-on-Sea based, Jo Vane.
Coastal Gallery is located at the top of Lymington Town opposite Waitrose at 4, Southampton Road, Lymington S041 9GG.
