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Art Exhibitions

Take a look at our exhibitions! We love to keep our two floors of exhibition space filled with beautiful and original artworks. Visit us to find paintings, sculptures, crafts, prints, ceramics and fine jewellery. You can purchase artwork in person, over the phone or in our online shop.

If you’re looking for an exciting exhibition experience, the latest displays at Byard Art will brighten your day. Our gallery is buzzing with beautiful paintings, captivating sculptures, charming ceramics, and so much more!

Our standout exhibitions feature both local and renowned artists from across the world, who bring a fresh perspective to modern art. Their work is engaging and colourful, offering something for everyone to enjoy. Come and see how our contemporary artists are pushing boundaries and inspiring creativity within their art.

The Art Exhibition Experience

When first arriving at the Byard Art Gallery, you’ll step into a bright and cosy environment, providing immediate viewing pleasure. 

Take your time walking through the gallery to explore the current curated themes and the individual artists displayed. It’s essential to move slowly to fully appreciate each piece and to find a style that appeals to you.

For those of us who like to buy art, there’s always a catalogue available to browse through. In it, you can find prices and more details about each piece on show.

If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask our helpful staff! They’re knowledgeable and eager to help you!

Types of Art Exhibitions

At Byard Art, our exhibitions feature a huge range of themes that showcase both established and emerging artists, and display a variety of art styles. This ensures that there’s something to pique everyone’s interest.

Key Themes

Our exhibitions often revolve around specific themes. For example, we may explore nature, with pieces that depict landscapes and wildlife.

Abstract art is another fantastic theme that we love to explore, where artists delve into new concepts through sculpture or painting. These themes provide a curated experience for visitors, making each exhibition unique.

Showcasing Established & Emerging Artists

We are committed to providing a platform for both established artists and those just starting out. This mix ensures a diverse range of perspectives and artistic styles that give you the opportunity to discover new tastes.

For well-known artists, we often highlight their latest works or retrospectives. Emerging artists get a chance to shine, offering fresh and innovative pieces.

Art Varieties Showcased

Our gallery boasts a wide variety of art forms. We present:

  • Paintings: From oil to watercolour, traditional to contemporary.
  • Sculptures: Using materials like wood, metal and ceramics.
  • Print: Capturing scenes from the everyday to the extraordinary.
  • Jewellery: Presenting beautiful necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings.

 

This variety ensures that each visit offers something new and exciting.

For well-known artists, we often highlight their latest works or retrospectives. Emerging artists get a chance to shine, offering fresh and innovative pieces.

Fear of Flying by Artist: Teresa Winchester

Your Gallery Experience

Visiting Byard Art doesn’t just offer incredible displays, but also unique ways to take a piece of art home with you. Through our Own Art Scheme, buying beautiful art becomes more affordable. Plus, taking your piece home is simple and rewarding.

Own Art Scheme

The Own Art Scheme is perfect for making art accessible without breaking the bank. It allows you to spread out the cost of your purchase with an interest-free loan.

You can borrow from £100 to £2,500 and repay in 10 monthly instalments. For those looking to buy something more expensive, there’s Own Art 20. This option lets you borrow up to £20,000 and pay it back over 20 months without any interest.

The scheme aims to help more people live with art they love. It supports contemporary artists by encouraging the sale of their unique pieces. It’s a straightforward and beneficial way to make art part of your life!

Taking Your Piece Home

Buying a piece of art at Byard Art is just the start of your gallery experience. Once you’ve picked your artwork, taking it home is easy. Our team ensures that your purchase is safely packaged and ready for your transport.

If you’ve used the Own Art Scheme, we guide you through the paperwork and approval process quickly. This way, you can enjoy your new piece without any hassle. For larger items, we offer delivery services to make sure your new artwork reaches your home safely.

Having your chosen artwork in your space allows you to enjoy its beauty every day, making your visit to Byard Art a lasting memory.

Visitor Information

We’re excited to welcome you to our Cambridge art gallery. Here’s what you need to know about our opening hours, admission prices, and how to get here.

Opening Hours

Our gallery is open Monday – Saturday from 9 am to 5:30 pm, and from 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday, providing ample time for you to explore the art pieces at your own pace. Whether you’re an early bird or a weekend shopper, we try to fit everybody’s schedules.

Admission Prices

Byard Art offers free admission to all visitors. We want to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy our exhibitions without worrying about the cost. There are no hidden fees or charges, so you can spend your time appreciating the artwork instead of your wallet.

How to Get Here

Public Transport: Cambridge has excellent public transport links. Regular trains run from London’s King Cross to Cambridge in just 48 minutes. We’re only a 20-minute walk from Cambridge Station, or you can catch a bus to the city centre.

Cycling: Cambridge is very bike-friendly, and we have two bike racks right outside the gallery. Feel free to use them!

Car Parking: If you’re driving, note that King’s Parade is closed to vehicles from 9:30 am to 7 pm. The nearest car park is at Grand Arcade, Corn Exchange Street. For deliveries and collections, loading bays are available at Peas Hill beside the Arts Theatre and on the Market Square after 4 pm. Our staff is always ready to help if needed!

Feel free to reach out to us for any more detailed directions or assistance with your visit.

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