About...
Gallery
The PAD gallery delivers a minimum of twelve shows a year, ranging across all media, showcasing dynamic and exciting new work by emerging and established artists based in the North West of England.
The gallery also works collaboratively with other galleries and arts organisations. PAD Gallery is an important part of the visual arts community in Preston, promoting and supporting local artists.
“Great exhibition, great artwork, great gallery, absolutely brilliant”
“It is so refreshing to find somewhere so exciting in Preston”
Shop
PAD shop is a lifestyle store selling distinctive, individual and high quality products.
Visit us to get that special one off item for your home or that unusual gift for a friend. There's something to suit every budget and you can guarantee whatever you choose it will be unique!
Our range includes furniture, ceramics, visual art, photography, jewellery, wood carvings, sculpture, fashion, books, cards and gifts. We're always evolving and introducing innovative new products to tempt you.
“….it’s really amazing to see the dynamic art of local North West artists.”
If you can't find exactly what you want, the staff are always on hand to help you. We have a wide range of artists and designers on our database ready to undertake a commission to meet your specific requirements.
Mark is studying BA(Hons) Drawing and Image Making at UCLAN. He is enjoying the freedom of being able to experiment with various drawing and print-making processes. He has a graphic arts background giving him the experience to advise, in particular, on 2D visual art. Mark, as Gallery Assistant, is always available to assist with any queries relating to PAD.
Catrin is the Gallery Manager Her Background is in Three Dimensional Design She is still a practicing ceramicist and actively exhibits her work. Please feel free to contact her with regards to exhibition proposals, shop applications she is happy to support and offer advice.