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Mike Jones Exhibition at the Towngate Gallery
Mike Jones has dedicated his life to capturing the essence and beauty of the sea. This exhibition of images is a stunning range of Mike’s work and a joy to view.
Paintings of Italy
Featuring original paintings and limited edition fine art prints of Italy.
Alan’s first trip to Italy in 1991 was the catalyst for many more watercolour painting excursions and Alan Reed has produced an ever increasing, comprehensive collection of limited edition prints of scenes around Italy. This Italian collection includes a number of familiar sights and landmarks. Alan Reed has painted Rome, Tuscany, Siena, Umbria and more.
NKB Gallery 2010 - This Time Around by Mike Rowland.
NKB Gallery is pleased to announce that the first show solo show of 2010 will be This Time Around by Mike Rowland.
A Celebration of Colour - 24 FINE ART CARDS By Irish Artist John
John Nolan has published a spectacular set of 24 contemporary Fine Art Greeting Cards.
Each unique card is a reproduction of his original contemporary and pop art styles, a true celebaration of colour.
Gilding and Restoration Courses in Scotland
Livingston and central belt residents can now benefit from additional framing services of gilding and restoration following the success of 4 day training course conducted by guest tutor Jan Pike, at Atkin Framers Ltd, Livingston West Lothian, Scotland
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From the MD
Christrose Sumner, Managing Director
Welcome to the Fine Art Trade Guild web site.
Art lovers, these pages are packed with information for you: what’s new, where to buy, what’s on, award winning art, trends and the pros and cons of art as an investment. Make informed choices. Care for your art and preserve it for generations to come; we tell you how. Set off your art and collectibles, memorabilia and photos to best advantage with good quality framing, by the experts; find them here.
How do you know which framers are professionally qualified? Look for the Guild Commended Framer (GCF) logo! The Fine Art Trade Guild offers this vocational qualification to framers and specialist qualifications in Advanced Textile Framing, Conservation and Mount Design and Function.
Guild members agree to abide by the Code of Ethics and keep up to date with the latest standards, trends and materials through their regular reading of Art Business Today, which the Guild publishes for the trade. In the unlikely event that you fail to get an amicable and speedy solution to a dispute with a trader, let me know! See how choosing Guild members to buy from can bring you added value.
Broaden your horizons and knowledge. What is special about a Limited Edition print? Why should some things be framed to Conservation Level? How do I recognise different graphic techniques? What is a giclee print? What is the difference between a print and a reproduction?
Enhance your walls at home and at work, with confidence. Enjoy!
