Business Details
A 2 Gallery: Contemporary Art in Wells, Somerset
A 2 Gallery is a contemporary art gallery located in the historic city of Wells, Somerset. Established for several years and now under new ownership, we are situated in England's smallest city, offering one of the largest varieties of artworks, artists, and makers in the South West. Our gallery showcases over 100 contemporary artists working across diverse media, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, photography, glasswork, jewellery, and mixed media. Most represented artists are based in the South West of England, though we also feature creators from Wales, Scotland, and internationally from the USA and New Zealand.Our collection ranges from unique pieces priced around 10 to over 7,000, catering to all tastes. We provide opportunities for local artists through our 'Square One' initiative, offering affordable rental display spaces on the gallery's first floor. With a High Street location in this popular visitor destination, we welcome over 15,000 annual visitors. We also offer temporary exhibition space hire for high-standard contemporary works. Our team is passionate about connecting artists with audiences and fostering appreciation for contemporary art.
Services
Art Exhibitions
Artist Submissions
Online Shop
Virtual Tour
Exhibition Hire
Highlights and features
- We offer one of the largest contemporary art collections in the South West
- Our 'Square One' initiative supports emerging local artists affordably
- We represent artists from across the UK and internationally
- Located in England's smallest historic city with high visitor footfall
- We provide expert curation for both permanent and temporary exhibitions
What people say
Diverse collection
Welcoming atmosphere
Excellent curation
Supports local artists
Beautiful location
Services
Art Exhibitions
Our main gallery features rotating exhibitions of contemporary artworks from over 100 artists. We showcase paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and mixed media in a professional setting designed to enhance visitor experience. The ground floor displays professional artists' work on a sale-or-return basis, while our first-floor 'Square One' space supports emerging local talent through affordable rentals.
Artist Submissions
We accept submissions from professional artists seeking gallery representation. The selection process considers work quality and alignment with our contemporary vision. Successful applicants gain access to our High Street location with 15,000+ annual visitors. We offer competitive 50% commission rates for ground floor exhibitions and 20% for our first-floor 'Square One' rental units.
Exhibition Hire
Our temporary exhibition space in central Wells offers artists additional showcase opportunities. The selection process ensures maintained standards across all displays. This service provides professional presentation facilities for artists seeking short-term visibility in our popular visitor destination location.
Online Shop
Our e-commerce platform extends our physical gallery's reach globally. Customers can purchase selected artworks directly through our website, with secure payment processing and shipping arrangements. The online collection mirrors our physical space's diversity, featuring paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and mixed media pieces at various price points.
Virtual Tour
We provide a digital walkthrough of our gallery space for remote visitors. This interactive feature showcases our current exhibitions and allows virtual exploration of displayed artworks. The tour complements our physical location visits and helps potential visitors plan their trips to our Wells High Street premises.
Questions
What are your current opening hours?
We're open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00. We're closed on Sundays and bank holiday Mondays.
How do I find the gallery?
We're located at 80 High Street, Wells, Somerset BA5 2AJ, near St Cuthbert's Church in England's smallest city.
Can artists submit work for consideration?
Yes, we accept submissions via email with artist information and work samples. Successful applicants gain gallery representation opportunities.
Do you offer exhibition space rental?
We provide temporary exhibition space on a selection basis, plus our 'Square One' rental units for ongoing displays.
What types of artwork do you sell?
We feature paintings, sculptures, ceramics, glasswork, photography, jewellery, and mixed media from contemporary artists.
Is there an admission charge?
No, entry to our gallery is free. We welcome visitors to explore our collection during opening hours.
