The Gallery
The gallery was established in 2017 by Cheri Hunston, herself an artist. The gallery is also a studio and an art teaching space, which is why we are only open for viewings on fridays and saturdays (but we can open at other times if you get in touch).
You will often find Cheri creating in the gallery on Fridays & Saturdays, when we are open for viewing. Weekly art classes, run by Cheri, take place on Wednesdays.
Dartmoor, the Devon and Cornish seascape, nature & wildlife are the main subjects you will discover in the gallery, all created by local artists.
Being an independent gallery means that we represent the artists directly. We do not sell mass produced published art like many mainstream galleries; consequently our artists always take a larger percentage and you really are supporting local artists. Big galleries often buy from art publishers and the artist gets only a very small percentage. Not only that, you won’t find any of our work in every city in the UK, in fact you probably won’t find it anywhere else. We look for quality, exclusivity,originality and uniqueness.
Owner Cheri with Claude,
the gallery dog.
We are a friendly, independent art gallery, representing artists who work on Dartmoor, Cornwall and across the Southwest. Many of our artists have exhibited with, or are members of prestigous London and west country academies.
We also represent five highly collectable, British post-war artists’ estates such as Richard Slater RI (Royal Institute & St Ives), Allin Braund RWA (Royal West Academy and Arthur Homeshaw RWA (Royal West Academy) with work from 1940 to 2018. Their work covers a variety of subjects from the London skyline to Brittany and local scenes.
The gallery is also a working studio and teaching space, which is why we are only open for viewings on Fridays and Saturdays, so if the open days don’t suit you, then just get in touch and we can find an alternative day and time to suit.
What we Offer
Our gallery space might be small but we have an extensive range of quality artwork in stock. We stock a range of styles and subjects from traditional, to post-war investment art, to modern and contemporary fine art in a variety of mediums: oil, acrylic, watercolour, ink and mixed media.
We pride ourselves on our good, old- fashioned customer service, friendly approach and expertise.
Our Location
Our gallery premises are located in a 200 year old Sunday School on Chapel Lane, Horrabridge, in Dartmoor National Park. The chapel has long since gone, but luckily, the Sunday school still stands. Horrabridge is an unassuming Dartmoor village, nestled between the hills and tors of Dartmoor National Park. Horrabridge village is split by the River Walkham and access is by a 15th Century pack-horse bridge (originally built in 1260). The name Horrabridge is thought to come from ‘Horra’ meaning boundary.
The old chapel with the sunday school in the background. Photo courtesy of Jill Fitzsimmons
There are lovely walks to open moorland either side of the village, a bakery, local store and two great country pubs within walking distance of the gallery.
The National Trust: Buckland Abbey, The Garden House and World Heritage Town of Tavistock are all just ten minutes away.
We represent young, emerging artists to well established and internationally recognised artists. So, whether it is finding something new and exciting for a specific place, or an investment piece, we have it all! So do come and say hello!
Dogs, muddy boots and cyclists are welcome.
Parking is directly in front of the gallery.
Appointments
If you have seen something on the website and wish to view it in person then please just get in touch and we can have it ready for you to view.
If you require expert advice on art investments or guidance on suitable art for your home then we are here to help.
It’s always best to make an appointment with owner, Cheri, so that she can discuss your needs and have suitable work to show you on your arrival.
You could also give us a call on 01822 258539 if you prefer.
Cheri is generally in the gallery Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
