Saturday, 4 February 2012, Launch event; 7.30pm until 10.30pm, then a further viewing day on Sunday 5th February from 1pm – 4pm

Kings is playing host to an exciting one night, one day pop-up gallery, showcasing some great up-and-coming young talent. Following the great success of the Big Burns Supper, last weekend, Kings is proud to be enable people to see some more great budding artists.

Peter Smith, one of the organisers of the event says, “Saturday evening is our opening event, where all the artists will be present and the normal coffee tables will be cleared back, allowing for a proper gallery experience and hopefully some free drinks. Sunday afternoon will allow people who can’t make in on the Friday night, to still enjoy the experience, and enjoy a nice cup of coffee at the same time”.

There’s just one rule however: No Landscapes!

Peter and the team of young artists decided they wanted to show a different side of what art in Dumfries can be: more interesting than just pretty scenery. “We live in one of the most beautiful parts of the country, so it’s not surprising that many local artists lean towards representing that, but there’s more to art than landscapes, so we felt our pop-up gallery should focus on works beyond landscapes”, continues Peter. “We found 7 young, local artists with a voice and something to say:

Rachel Speedie

Adam German

Blossom Mccuaig

Sophie Wilson

Fraser Irvine

Peter Smith

Dave Miller

We’re really excited to welcome the public in droves, to visit our pop-up gallery this weekend … and it’s free!”

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