Welcome to the first show of the year. We have come out of hibernation, put a new floor down in the gallery, a lick of paint and a fantastic new show. Three main 2D artists and two ceramicists.

Print maker Jonathan Kauffamn: Jonathans prints are in some of Europes major collections, including more than 20 years on public display in the V&A museum, the works on show this February are woodcuts and linocuts entitled ‘The Greyhound Series’ the works were inspired by several trips across the states by bus in the seventies and they are absolutely of there time and fabulous for it, they are like a still frame in time, you could imagine pressing go and the film rolling right on.

Colin Halliday is new to us but has been painting and exhibiting for many years, his work is powerful and atmospheric. Having worked in many different styles and subject matter his work has evolved into a fresh and unique style that reflects his deep affinity with nature and the British landscape.

We spotted Amanda Stead at her graduation show. Big bold vessels with abstract forms yet subtle lines make for striking forms, and she is already making a name for herself. A commission for the curator of textiles at the V&A museum was a feather in the cap.

Ostinelli & Priest, a collaboration between two artists - the perfect opportunity to see two heads working as one. Inspiration is drawn from human animal and bird form on an ever changing basis.  “We use texture, rhythm and colour into the clay to convey movement presence and humour into the work, these qualities being all important in any piece.”

Jonathan Kauffman

Colin Halliday

Amanda Stead

Ostinelli & Priest