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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.
As well as being a fabulous Gallery Assistant, Rose is a practicing Jeweller, her work is available to buy in Pad. Rose graduated from Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College with a degree in Jewellery Design & Making. She loves working at PAD because of the diverse group of artists and designers she gets to meet and support.
Jenny is the Business Innovation Officer at Preston City Council and is currently covering for the PAD Manager, Josie Rice while she is on Maternity leave. Jenny launched PAD in 2006 as part of a scheme to support local creative businesses. She is passionate about developing the local creative industry sector and is pleased to be working directly with artists and designers again.
I graduated from the University of Central Lancashire with a degree in Advertising and Marketing Communications. After returning from travelling I applied to be a volunteer at PAD. I volunteered for over a year before gaining a paid position at the gallery. I have worked here since the beginning of 2010 and love the diversity of the role.