Harold Bird: Forest

Exhibition 8 - 29 July 2007

This solo show by local artist, Harold Bird, presents a series of whimsical forest paintings. These unusual paintings of twirly trees and dark woods have a mysterious edge.

Harold intuitively paints the organic forms of trees and plants from Lancashire and Yorkshire landscapes, describing the motives for his paintings as being ‘the constantly changing weather and light, the moodiness and sheer power of the landscape and features within it are a constant mystery and joy to me.’

Adrian Pritchard: Osmosis

Exhibition 03 – 30 June 2007

This exhibition of new paintings by emerging artist Adrian Pritchard is a fusion of science and visual exploration in paint.

Pritchard, who has exhibited nationally and internationally including Japan and Germany, brings a series of new gloss drip technique paintings to the Kiln House Gallery, Thornton.

These paintings have an appealing fluid texture, and through intuitively mixing various types of paint he creates a crucial tension on the surface which suggests an ‘inner life force’ or organic presence.

Working with techniques parallel to that of a scientific experiment, Prichard explains ‘I make work that attempts to redefine our relationship with matter by using gravity, the very force that universally dictates form.’

Your last chance to see 'I wanna know what love is'

This is the last weekend and bank holiday monday that you can visit the Tom Ireland exhibition. We would love to know what you think! Post a comment on the blog or sign the visitors book in the gallery.

I wanna know what love is

Exhibition 06 - 27 May 2007

One man’s junk is another man’s treasure. Emerging artist, Tom Ireland, exhibits a solo show of contemporary installation at The Kiln House Gallery. ‘I wanna know what love is’ rummages around ideas of love and loss and considers issues of cultural waste and memory.

Tom Ireland’s art blends handmade objects with handpicked objects from the real world. This union of ‘stuff and things’ generates a tussle between our society’s loved and unloved objects. These unusual installations create an unexpected dialogue between the art work and the viewer. This exhibition is full of playful nostalgia and a treat for all visitors.

Photograph by Tom Ireland 'On the Margin of the River'.

We Shall Pour Forth

Here's what is on in The Kiln House Gallery this April.

Come and see the rest!

Top: Claire Murray 'Untitled' Photograph

Bottom: Suzanne Carlyle and Shaun Kennion
'The Corner Stone' Photograph

We Shall Pour Forth

Exhibition 01 - 28 April 2007

‘We shall pour forth’ is the second exhibition to be appearing in The Kiln House Gallery. A group of eight photographers from the North West have dismantled and re-assembled the society we may or may not know.

They have probed poetically into our human traits, uncertainties, tendencies, relationships and living spaces. This collection of photographs delve into our culture and flash a spotlight on the greyest areas of identity.

Each photographer has focused on separate issues generating an intriguing observation of our society. Collaborative artists Shaun Kennion and Suzanne Carlyle have produced a site specific performance piece called ‘The Corner Stone’. Suzanne and Shaun explain the issue behind their work, ‘most of us, in relationships, are more adept at hiding than we are at seeking . . . we are challenged to be open.’

‘We shall pour forth’ is a truly curious combination of imagery waiting for you to discover it.

All exhibitions are admission free and works are for sale. The Kiln House Gallery is open Saturdays and Sundays from 10.30am to 4.30pm.

Photograph above: Susan Campbell 2007

Gazette article March 07, 2007

Gallery's opening buzz at windmill

Thornton has put itself on the art map by the opening of a new gallery. The White & Black Show is the first exhibtion at The Kiln House Gallery at Marsh Mill.

It features black and white paintings and drawings by seven local artists, which rediscover familiar landscapes and architecture from the area and created an escited buzz around Thornton's Windmill.

Kerry Hunt, the gallery's curator, said: "I am thrilled to launch this exciting new space with a glorious mixture of contemporary and traditional works from a group of local artists.

"This gallery is aimed at enhancing the art community in the North West and I am looking forward to a thrilling and stimulating programme of events, workshops and exhibitions throughout 2007."

The White & Black Show is open until March 25.

All exhibitions are admission free and works are for sale.

Picture: Ian Lamond (Wyre Borough Council) Kerry Hunt (Kiln House Curator)