Gallery 21 A staunchly independent gallery that brings some of the world’s most sought-after artists to Salisbury, Gallery 21 is bigger and more exciting than ever Photo s by Joh n Rose Pho t ogr a ph y
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estled right in historic Salisbury’s medieval heart next to Guildhall, there’s a shop that couldn’t be more 21st century. Or more thought-provoking, exciting or eye-catching. We’re talking of course about Gallery 21, the independent art gallery owned by Jason Jennings-Bramly that exhibits and sells work by some of the world’s most brilliant and soughtafter artists as well as some of the best talent from the region. A walk through the door transports you into another world of colour, imagination and creative fantasy. From poignant military fine art to explosions of floral colour and sensual images of women and wine, there’s something for all tastes and persuasions.
PROUD TO BE INDIE
Opened in November 2013 at 21 Queen Street, Gallery 21 is a fully independent gallery that is proud not to have affiliations with any of the large UK publishing houses and agencies. Why is that important? Because it allows the gallery team to source a hugely eclectic range of 66 I SALISBURY LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk
artwork from anywhere they choose. “And with so many great artists out there,” Jason says, “all of our hard work goes into sourcing interesting pieces that also represent the correct value, whether that be a couple of hundred or tens of thousands of pounds.” This is not something you can always say about the chain high street galleries, Jason says. A former pupil of Salisbury’s Bishop Wordsworth’s School, Jason got the art bug from his father who was in the military fine art business. Before opening Gallery 21, Jason worked in luxury sales of fine wine and antiques so he already had an eye for quality. “We represent such a fantastic range of artsts, from some of the most important living UK artists like Geoffrey Key and Darren Baker, to some of the hottest artists on today’s contemporary scene such as Lhouette and Andrei Protsouk, as well as being able to introduce new and up-and-coming artists to the wider public like Alastair Barford - an absolute must to check out and to keep an eye on! “We can also source works by greats such as LS Lowry, Tracy Emin, Damien Hirst, and so on for our clients.”
Top left: Gallery 21 owner Jason Jennings-Bramley; various shots of artwork for sale and show within the gallery