Boxbird was set up in February 2008 by print enthusiast Alice Teague and illustrator Graham Carter. Run from our own printing studio in Brighton Boxbird has fast become one of the premiere online galleries for exciting new talent, showcasing some of the UK’s finest illustrators, printmakers and fine artists including Fiona Hewitt, Zara Wood, Sally Elford, Ben Newman and many more.
Over the last two years Boxbird founders Graham & Alice have been working on shows for the Brighton Fringe Festival, and in 2007 launched the award winning Show Below. Exhibiting art by 10 artists, including many represented by Boxbird, Show Below has received critical acclaim and has become a highlight of the festival. For the last two years artists exhibiting in the show have been awarded with both the first and second place Visual Arts Prize, and in 2008 we took second place in the Argus Angel Awards for best show in the fringe.
As well as established artists Boxbird is keen to support graduate and student artists, we understand the importance of providing a safe and well informed first step on the commercial ladder. Boxbird welcomes submissions of works from new artists as well as those already recognised for their talents, if you would like to submit work for our consideration click here. For the Brighton Fringe Festival 2009 Boxbird is holding an open submissions show called CinemaScope which artists can request further information and an application for by emailing hello@boxbird.co.uk.
Boxbird holds regular shows in our Brighton studio, and will be touring the UK art fairs throughout 2009. The gallery is open for viewings throughout the year, to receive your invite to private views and details of special offers please join our mailing list.
If you wish to arrange a private viewing please contact the gallery direct on 01273 734 295 or email hello@boxbird.co.uk.
Open days
November December 6th December 7th December 8th December 13th December 14th December 20th December 21st December 22nd - 23rd New year dates appointments can be made at weekends and evenings throughout November but we will not have any specific opening times! Sorry.. 10am – 5pm 11am - 4pm Midday - 4pm 11am - 7pm 11.30 - 5pm 11am - 4pm 11am - 4pm By appointment only - email hello@boxbird.co.uk Not yet confirmed, but we can tell you that there will be solo shows by Sam Chivers and Zara Wood next year and in May the fantastic CinemaScope Exhibition!