Award-winning artist Lucy Pittaway announces opening of brand-new gallery in Newcastle

The gallery at Monument Mall on the city’s Blackett Street is due to open on next week and is the latest addition to Lucy’s flagship locations including York, Harrogate, Keswick, Windermere, Yarm, Richmond, and Brompton-on-Swale.

Housed in almost 700sqft of space the new gallery will see a fantastic of collection of Lucy’s contemporary art which includes new works which celebrate the glory of the North East. There is also the chance to select a range of gifts including mugs, stationery, and homewares.

And, there is a prize draw with a £500 voucher on offer which can be used either in-store or on Lucy’s website at www.lucypittaway.co.uk.

Brand-new works

A brand-new artwork, Northern Angel, which depicts the iconic Angel of the North sculpture, will be on display when the gallery opens. And, fans will also have a chance to meet Lucy in person at a special Meet the Artist Event being held in the Gallery on November 16, 12pm-3pm.

Katherine Adair is managing the new gallery. She said: “Lucy’s artwork is instantly recognisable and known and loved by her legions of fans around the world. We can’t wait to welcome them, and those new to Lucy’s work, to the gallery and to share the wonderful world of Lucy Pittaway with them!”

‘Sycamore Gap’ is a highlight of the artworks, as well as Lucy’s second homage to the tree, called ‘Tree of Hope’.

The artist’s first tribute to Sycamore Gap took was welcomed by the public.

After the tree was felled in September 2023 she received numerous requests to create a work of art to commemorate it. She was reluctant initially but went ahead after deciding it would be great to create a legacy for the tree. So, in order to benefit the environment and community, a tree is planted for every print sold. So far that has meant there are 1,000 new trees as part of the creation of a destination woodland, and 2,500 trees are still to be planted.

‘Tree of Hope’ will also see a tree planted for every print sold. The striking image shows the sun breaking through the clouds above the fresh shoots emerging from Sycamore Gap.

A strong North East connection

Lucy said: “I am incredibly proud to be North-East born and bred and am always inspired by the landmarks that we are so lucky to have as part of our landscape here in the region.

“We are incredibly excited to be opening our Newcastle Gallery and in such a wonderful central location! I’m very proud to be from the North-East and always find the region to be so inspiring.”

Lucy’s artworks depicting Northern icons including Sycamore Gap, Bamburgh, the Tyne Bridge, Transporter Bridge, Saltburn seafront and Staithes can be viewed in the gallery, as well as some of her other most popular pieces.

She also has galleries at flagship locations including York, Harrogate, Keswick, Windermere, Yarm, Richmond, and Brompton-on-Swale.

To find out more go to www.lucypittaway.co.uk.