Category Archives: Art

17Oct/16

George Israel Exhibition at The Petal Pusher

October 17, 2016ArtGeorge Israel, oil painting, Royal Academy Schools, still life, The Petal Pusher, unframed original oilsArmadillo Central

We’re delighted to announce our latest show featuring a rare selection of original oil paintings by the late George Israel. Continue reading →

29Sep/16

London’s Heart of Gold

September 29, 2016Art, Design, Precious MetalsGoldsmiths' Fair, Goldsmiths' Hall, one-off jewellery, oxidised silver, Silver SpeaksArmadillo Central

Goldsmiths’ Fair started out as Loot in 1976, when all pieces sold had to be under £50, while Superloot, launched in 1979, showcased items over £500 – see the first private view invitation below. Continue reading →

31May/16

Art Review: Pine Feroda

May 31, 2016Art, IllustrationDevon Guild of Craftsmen, group artistry, Merlyn Chesterman, Pine Feroda, Rebecca Hossack, woodcutsArmadillo Central

Pine Feroda’s recent private view at Rebecca Hossack’s beautiful and quirky art gallery in Conway Street, London was well worth attending. Continue reading →

30Apr/16

Film Review: ‘Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse’

April 30, 2016Art, Film, GardensClaude Monet, David Bickerstaff, Lachlan Goudie, Marcel Proust, Phil GrabskyArmadillo Central

All is not lost if you were unable to see The Royal Academy’s recent ‘Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse‘ as a film of the same name has just been released.  Continue reading →

22Mar/16

Book Review: Malcolm Appleby at 70

March 22, 2016Art, Books & Writing, Design, Precious Metalsinterpolated palimpsest, Jane Short, Malcolm Appleby, The Scottish GalleryArmadillo Central

The Scottish Gallery published a paperback Malcolm Appleby at 70 to coincide with their January 2016 exhibition celebrating the artist, silversmith and engraver’s 50 year + “creative tour de force”, a slim volume well worth adding to your library. Continue reading →

07Jan/16

Juliet Kepes Fine Art Prints

January 7, 2016Art, Illustrationanimals, birds, Giclée print, illustration, Juliet KepesArmadillo Central

We’re delighted to present a small collection of Juliet Kepes’ enchanting bird and animal illustrations, all of which are now available from Armadillo Central, reproduced as fine art quality prints. Continue reading →

11Dec/15

Ai Weiwei at The RA

December 11, 2015Art, Design, PhotographyAi Weiwei, Chinese culture, Coco-Cola Vase, Grapes, Royal Academy of ArtsArmadillo Central

I am still deeply immersed in the experience that was Ai Weiwei’s monumental show at The Royal Academy. Continue reading →

06Nov/15

Be Jewelled, Be Dazzled

November 6, 2015Art, Design, Precious Metalsbiennial symposium, holographic, kinetic, Malcolm Appleby's workshop, master engraverArmadillo Central

Be jewelled, be dazzled, be cultivated. If you’re near Perthshire in Scotland during November or December, don’t miss a chance to drop into Malcolm Appleby’s workshop near Aberfeldy. Continue reading →

22Sep/15

Silver September: Malcolm Appleby

September 22, 2015Art, Design, Precious MetalsA Sense of Jewellery, Malcolm Appleby, Modern Masters Metalwork and Jewellery, silver engraving, The Silversmith's ArtArmadillo Central

Malcolm Appleby currently has work in 3 important exhibitions in the UK, reflecting his status as one of Britain’s pre-eminent engravers and silversmiths. Continue reading →

27Aug/15

Fine Lines at The Scottish Gallery

August 27, 2015Art, Design, Furniture, Gardens, Precious MetalsFine Lines, Miriam Hanid, The Scottish GalleryArmadillo Central

Undoubtedly one of Edinburgh’s most elegant and inspiring exhibition spaces, The Scottish Gallery is currently hosting a show reflecting their usual eclectic mix of precious objects alongside fine art from established and upcoming artists. Continue reading →