The Zimmer Stewart Gallery is one of Sussex’s hidden gems. Tucked away in narrow lanes, the gallery showcases not only work from local talent, but also from established and emerging international artists. The works are for sale so visitors can browse simply to enjoy the pieces, or with the intention of making a purchase.
Located in medieval Arundel, the Zimmer Stewart Gallery couldn’t be more different from its ancient surroundings; its contents include the finest collections of contemporary paintings, sculpture, ceramics, textiles and original prints. The gallery runs a rolling programme of eight exhibitions, with a range of exciting and innovative displays for visitors to explore. Upcoming exhibitions include the Christmas Mixed Show, with a selection of festive paintings and sculptures by regular gallery contributors, and a solo show by Nick Bodimeade.
The annual Mixed Summer Show has become popular because the work displayed is regularly changed and updated as pieces are sold, allowing viewers to find different pieces on an almost daily basis. The Zimmer Stewart Gallery is a great place to discover some of the best talent in contemporary art. Here, its possible to find a range of artists who work in different disciplines, for example, the pop art style of Gareth Morgan or the abstract expressionist paintings of Anthony Frost.
There are also great examples of sculptures from Jonathan Wade and Chris Keenan, alongside print work by Richard Denne and Adam Koukoudakis. The gallery encourage the sharing of art by offering a service to help individuals and businesses source and select contemporary artwork. Their aim is to support the work of artists, as well as creating a visual impact in a variety of spaces, from offices to homes. A beautiful gallery of contemporary art, the Zimmer Stewart occupies an equally impressive location amid the South Downs.
