New Releases from Drew Darcy, Rolf Harris & Caroline Shotton

New releases ,2 rather risque pieces by Drew Darcy

PLAYING GAMES Limited Editon Print of 95

EYE CANDY Limited Edition Prints of 95

ROLF HARRIS

WINTER WILLOW Limited Edition of 195

Available as Giclee on Canvas & Giclee on Paper

CAROLINE SHOTTON

UNDER THE MOOONLIGHT limited Edition of 195

Angela Smyth Original Paintings

We are pleased to announce the arrival of an exciting young artist ANGELA SMYTH






Her work being greatly influenced by the styles of 50's & 60's displaying her quirky & humorous view on life . She paints animals & people she sees on a daily basis & puts them in unusual situations some even a bit naughty !!

"I am a constant people watcher" she said , as a self taught artist she was influenced greatly by her late father who taught her to paint horses at the tender young age of 4.

Her unusual artwork has been exhibited nationwide & her images published worldwide throught Europe & the USA.

Her Original artwork is available from our Gallery http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/

OOH LA LA !! Mattin - Laurent Partarrieu Launch

OOH LA LA !!

Hepplestone Fine Art is delighted to announce the launch of the debut collection by acclaimed french artist Mattin-Laurent Partarrieu.
This fine collection of 6 Limited Edition prints are all from editions of 95 each.
We are sure his humorous observations of the french culture will become big hits with collectors.

In 2006, he recieved the great honour of entry into BENEZIT, the most important museum reference dictionary for acclaimed artists of all time.
His inclusion was a very rare and special achievement for a living artist.

" Totally and superbly figurative. His inspiration evolves from strict classicism to the fantastic realisation of the human personality, in his own remarkable way".....
Pierre Espil, Art Critic

Partarrieu draws on everyday life, visualising while going about his daily business, and some would proberably say while sleeping judging by some of the dream-like fantasy figures he offers to us. They shine with eroticism, and the vibrant optimism of his burning colour palette.

The artist has a love affair with the female form, which he joyfully handles with refinement and elegance. Although he undoubtedly portrays the female as an object of desire, he treats his subjects as equal parts sexuality and spirituality-often risque, but always with respect.

His art is alive with intelligence, irony and kindness, and breathes an air of sensuality and cheerfullness. The fluidity of his stroke allows him to push his analysis of the figure even further, and he seems to take great delight and fulfillment from his ability.

It is a rare occasion to be able to admire an artist who displays such a great joy of life, accompanied by such humour, and who expresses himself with such masterly use of paint".....
Christian Germak, Arts Actualities Magazine

For full details please contact us at http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/

Or please call us on 01257 451121

Rolf Harris Autumn 2008 Releases

The latest limited editions from the ever popular Rolf Harris were released in September 2008.

Rolf remains one of the UK's most collectable contemporary artists with most of his editions selling out from the publisher within weeks of release.

The new releases consist of three new images, all available in paper, canvas and delux canvas formats. Both the paper and canvas editions are from editions of 295 each whereas the larger deluxe canvas edition is from 95 only.

Rolf Harris Evening Sun

Rolf Harris Midday Shade

Rolf Harris Fading Light

Full details including sizes and prices can be obtained by clicking on the image or by visiting http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/

Yours Truly Collection by Doug Hyde

September sees the latest collection of limited edition prints and sculpture by Doug Hyde. The collection consists of 10 new limited edition prints, a gift set containing a book and six small size study limited editions and a selection fabulous new sculptures.

The new images are reminiscent to some of Doug's most popular early work. A selection of the new works are featured below.

Racing Heart by Doug Hyde

Image Size: 21" x 14"

The Adventurers I by Doug Hyde

Image Size: 17" x 22"

The Adventurers II by Doug Hyde

Image Size: 17" x 22"

Love You Love Me by Doug Hyde (Diptych)

Image Size: 10"x 16" (x2)

A Great Night In by Doug Hyde (Paper Edition)

Image Size: 28" x 21"

A Great Night In by Doug Hyde (Canvas Edition)

Image Size: 36" x 27

Gift of Love (Special Edition) by Doug Hyde

Size: 10" x 18.5"

Edition Size: 95

Todd White back at Hepplestone Fine Art

Todd White will be back in the UK on 23rd September for another appearance and exhibition at Hepplestone Fine Art in Lancashire, UK.


The hit Hollywood artist and lead character creator of Sponge Bob Square Pants will be available at the gallery to meet collectors and showcase a wide collection of limited edition prints (including six exclusive new releases), along with the largest collection of Todd White original paintings in the UK.



Global demand for White's work continues to increase and with his debut launch in Germany and Japan scheduled after the exclusive UK visit, it seems he is going to continue to be busy for the forseeable future.



Full details of the event can be obtained by contacting Hepplestone Fine Art on 01257 451121 or at http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/

New Talantbek Chekirov Originals

We are delighted to have sourced four new original oil paintings by talented Russian artist, Talantbek Chekirov.

Moment of Peace by Talantbek Chekirov

Silence by Talantbek Chekirov

Romantic Atmosphere by Talantbek Chekirov

Anna by Talantbek Chekirov

Chekirov was born in 1971 in the former Soviet republic of Kyrgystan. He attended the State College of Art where he acquired detailed knowledge of anatomy, graphics and composition. He completed his education with majors in theatrical painting and constructive art. From here he worked in the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow, taking over the artistic staging of the scenery until 1992. He then travelled thoughout Europe studying masterpieces that had been kept from him in the Soviet Union. Chekirov work is now held in private collections throughout Europe and has been published a prints worldwide.

Further details of the images shown can be found at http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/ or by clicking on the images.

Caroline Shotton Charity Releases

We are delighted to announce the release of two new Caroline Shotton timed limited edition box canvasses in aid of the charity for special care babies, Bliss.

Bliss is a charity close to Caroline Shotton's heart as last year she herself gave birth to a premature baby, Elliot. She gained a huge amount of information and support from them and has created two endearing images which poignantly depict the fragility of premature babies and how much care they need.

Special Delivery by Caroline Shotton

Image Size: 22" x 22"

Price: £330

Handle With Care by Caroline Shotton
Image Size: 22" x 22"
Price: £330

"Special Delivery" and "Handle With Care" will be available to order between 14th July and 30th September with £25 from each sale being donated to Bliss to help them continue with the great work that Caroline and Elliot benefited from.

Both "Special Delivery" and "Handle With Care" can be ordered online at http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/ with free UK delivery or by contacting 01257 451121.

Introducing Ivan Gozzi

Hepplestone Fine Art are delighted to exclusively launch the work of Italian artist, Ivan Gozzi, in the UK.

Critically acclaimed with admirers including the late sculptor Henry Moore, Mr Gozzi has for many years painted a fantastic array of both surrealist and abstract paintings full of humour, fantasy and colour.

Born in Italy in 1937, Mr Gozzi spent many years as a professor of art at some of Italy's great art institutions including the Institute of Art "Venturi" in Modena and the Academy of Art in Verona.

During the 1970's, Mr Gozzi spent time living in the UK and working in many jobs to establish himself in the art world - his varied roles included Casino croupier and restaurant waiter. During this time he had many exhibitions which led to a friendship with the Atkinson Galleries Harry Ratcliffe. It was through Ratcliffe that Mr Gozzi was introduced to Henry Moore who spent time with the artist both admiring his art and debating religion. Henry Moore said of Mr Gozzi in 1978 that his quality of painting was very high, a fact that was evident from viewing his works. He likened Gozzi's work to Kandinsky but with more freedom of execution.

Other commentators of Mr Gozzi's work include Quentin Hughes, formerly of the University of Liverpool, who said "In Mr Gozzi's paintings there is always a beauty but a sad beauty of fading dreams, of the disillusion of autumn and the gripping fear as the long winter approaches".

With works hanging in many private collections and museums throughout Italy, we are delighted that Mr Gozzi has decided to now share his work with a wider audience and allow access in the UK to his fabulous original paintings.

More information about Ivan Gozzi can be obtained by contacting Hepplestone Fine Art on 01257 451121 are at http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/

Gordon Lees New Original Paintings

Two new original paintings by Gordon Lees are now in stock in the gallery both featuring early 20th Century Manchester street scenes.

Deansgate Manchester by Gordon Lees

Oxford Street Manchester by Gordon Lees

Gordon is a self-taught artist who came late to full-time painting, having first had careers in the R.A.F., industry, mining, commerce, and finally, in plastics design where he was a successful industrial stylist. Throughout these years, Gordon painted and exhibited in what spare time he had.

By the mid 1970s the demand for his work was such that he decided to become what he had always wanted to be, a full-time artist. His delicate style and attention to detail enable him to create the feel and atmosphere of the English countryside, and also to reflect the traditional values of a rural England now so sadly missed.

Full details of the paintings featured can be found at http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/ or by clicking on the images.

Beatles Mad Day Out Volume II Collection

The hottly anticipated Volume II Collection of Beatles limited edition photographs have now been released.

The eight limited edition photographs by Tom Murray are the follow on to the Volume I collection that were released in late 2007 to a great response.

The latest collection of previously unpublished photographs depict the Beatles in various locations around London in the Summer of 1968 during a period when the band were having very few official press engagements.

All from editions of only 195 each, the Volume II collection is sure to be another big hit with Beatles collectors throughout the world.

Scene From the Thames II, All Together Now & Coming Apart



























Martha My Dear & Suburbia












Docks Then II & Standing Tall














All eight images from the Mad Day Out Volume II Collection are available at http://www.hepplestonefineart.com/ along with a rare matching numbered set of Volume I including sold out images.

Buoyant Art Market?

"Record prices as collectors brush off market crisis" (FT 10/05/08)

The FT reported today that "Art collectors this week shrugged off the US economic downturn and global financial turmoil to buy solidly at the big New York auctions".

Maybe the growing uncertainty surrounding the banking sector and increasing inflationary pressure is encouraging some of the wealthiest in society to turn to the art market as a haven from the fluctations and concerns in the more traditional financial markets.

One of the star lots to sell at Sotheby's this week was Edvard Munch's 1902 "Girls on a Bridge" which sold for $30.8m. The FT reported that is was sold by founder of DFS furniture, Graham Kirkham, who apparently purchased it in 1996 for $7.2m. A sound investment indeed, especially as it was sold previously at auction in 1980 for $2.8m.

Other pieces under the hammer this week included Claude Monet's "Railroad at Argentuil" which sold for $41.4m and a Picasso sculpture, "The Crane" which achieved $19.1m.

The FT report also outlined the art market investment return, comparing the performance of the Post War and Contemporary sector against the Old Masters sector. This analysis showed a clear divergence since around 2000 with Post War and Contemporary surging ahead to outperform it's counterpart (source - http://www.artasanasset.com).

Maybe there is still hope for us all as finding the next big contemporary artist may be easier than finding an affordable Old Master paintings?

Northern Artist Exhibition - 3rd to 11th May

Wendy Corbett Personal Appearance

Wendy Corbett will be making a personal appearance at Hepplestone Fine Art in Lancashire on Saturday 3rd May to launch the start of the week long Northern Artist Exhibition.

Midlands born Wendy Corbett now works from her studio in Lancashire creating exquisite pastel seascape and wildlife paintings that have made her a favourite with collectors throughout the UK and beyond.







Original Pastel Seascapes by Wendy Corbett

The artists work is now published as limited edition prints by leading UK publisher Washington Green with original paintings also widely collected and sought after.

The exhibition will feature a number of Wendy's original pastel seascapes along with a selection of her limited edition prints. Wendy will be available to meet collectors from 12noon - 4.00pm on Saturday 3rd with the exhibition continuing until Sunday 11th May.

Other artists included in the exhibition will include Theodore Major, Lawrence Isherwood, Toni Hargreaves, Barry Hilton, Margaret Hughlock, Peter Knox and many others.













Original Paintings by Peter Knox and Margaret Hughlock.

Barry Hilton Oil on Canvas

The exhibition will be held at Hepplestone Fine Art, 4 The Carrington Centre, Eccleston, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 5UP. Full details can be obtained at www.hepplestonefineart.com or by contacting the gallery on 01257 451121 or sales@hepplestonefineart.com

Sculptor Alan Glasby dies Aged 62

It is with great sadness that we have to mark the passing of great sculptor Alan Glasby OBE.

Alan died at the age of 62 having led a full life including being awarded an OBE along with the George medal for gallantry & bomb disposal services. He also won two national championships and a team gold medal for shooting whilst in the British Army.

He began a career as a wildlife sculptor in 1988 since which time he has sculpted for the RSPB, had work commissioned for the Queen's Golden Jubilee and had a piece presented to the Sultan of Oman by Prince Andrew.

His work is now collected worldwide and can be found in many private collections.

Alan Glasby will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him but his legacy will live on in the beautiful timeless sculpture he created.