Art galleries in Brighton
Artists and creative types flock to Brighton and Hove, with its beautiful light, big skies, attractive seafront and laid back, tolerant vibe. As a result there are lots of excellent galleries to discover. If you’re in town on a shopping mission, you can’t go far wrong with something stunning to hang on your wall or decorate your home.
The iO Gallery – Run by artists, for artists, the iO is a top source of beautiful hand made things, from sculpture to paintings, pottery, jewellery, glasswork and more. 39 Sydney Street, BN1 4EP. 01273 671212.
Crane Kalman Brighton is a smart photography gallery specialising in contemporary work including fresh young local talent and big names. 38 Kensington Gardens, North Laine, 01273 697096.
Art At Five – Nine years down the line, Art At Five shows a truly diverse selection of original work by national and international artists at affordable prices. 5 Bartholomews, BN1 1HG, 01273 774222.
Artique – An award-winning portfolio. An exciting programme of artist tours and exhibitions, plts brochures you can download on the website. 44 Market Street, BN1 1HH, 01273 710660.
Brighton Media Centre Gallery – The Media Centre’s showcase for top class works of art. Friese-Greene House, 15-17 Middle Street, BN1 1AL, 01273 201100.
Brighton Museum and Art Gallery – fascinating collections and thrilling exhibits, all dynamically displayed in stunning surroundings. Royal Pavilion Gardens, BN1 1EE, 03000 290900. And Hove Museum and Art Gallery – Fine art, local history plus one of the finest craft collections in the country. 19 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4AB, 03000 290900.
Daniel Laurence Matthews - Enjoy local artist Daniel Laurence Matthews’ sculpture, furniture and more at his open-studio in the city’s Artists Quarter on Kings Road Arches. 226 Kings Road Arches, BN1 1NB, 01273 739694.
Linda Boucher - Brighton artist Linda Boucher specialises in bold, bright oil on canvas works, best known for her glamorous women and paintings of red shoes.
The Open Gallery – Photographer Adrian Turner’s work reflects our splendid city and its surroundings beautifully. Unit 1, 29-42 Windsor Street, 01273 325041.
Fabrica – A respected visual arts organisation in a lovely Regency church which commissions contemporary visual art installations specific to the building. Always excellent, always food for thought. Holy Trinity Church, Ship Street, 01273 778646.
Naked Eye – Since 1999 Naked Eye has built an enviable rep as the city’s leading commercial gallery. Enjoy fab original paintings and limited edition prints at 5 Farm Mews, Farm Road, Hove, 01273 204800.
Phoenix Arts – Exhibitions, events and art Courses, all held in a huge building opposite The Level. 10–14 Waterloo Place, BN2 9NB, 01273 603700.
Two Kats and a Cow – a cool seafront gallery established by artists Kathryn Matthews, Katty McMurray and John Marshall, creators of wonderful paintings, prints and cards. 167 Kings Road Arches, BN1 1NB, 01273 776746.
