Whether you want to admire some local masterpieces or create your own, Southwark Borough is where budding artists need to be. There’s something special about having the opportunity to see and speak to artists who are showcasing their work, with amateurs feeling inspired with every story and showcase. Discover art galleries, art supply shops and more with an artist’s guide to stunning Southwark Borough!
Cowling & Wilcox
8-12 Orpheus St, Camberwell, London SE5 8RR
Fancy trying your hand at painting something spectacular? Make sure you’re kitted out at Cowling & Wilcox! Possibly the largest art-supplier of it's kind this side of the river, Cowling and Wilcox have been supplying artists in London since 1960. Just a few of the supplies that fill their shelves include paints, sketch pads, canvas rolls, brushes, easels and more. This art supply shop is perfectly suited to meet the needs of studying artists, professional artists and even those just looking to explore their creativity in a leisurely capacity. Bring along your South London Club card and get 10% off (excludes sale items)!
Cowling & Wilcox Ltd
Peckham Platform
Bussey Building, Copeland Park, 133 Copeland Rd, Peckham, London SE15 3SN
Peckham Platform became independent at the start of 2014 and was awarded Arts Council national portfolio funding six months later. As an organisation, they believe that communities can inform and shape their engagement with their locality by working with contemporary visual artists. They have supported dozens of local artists, giving them deserved exposure and getting the community involved in South London’s art scene. Take advantage of your South London Club card membership and get 20% off items in the shop. Contact Peckham Platform directly to receive your discount.
Peckham Platform
Poured Lines
The Western end of Southwark Street in London SE1.
If you’re looking to stumble upon an incredible piece of art, hunt down the Poured Lines painting down Southwark Street. It is the largest painting to be publicly displayed outdoors in the United Kingdom and therefore is a must-see for any art fans in the area. It was painted in 2006 by Ian Davenport, who is an English abstract painter. His signature technique that can be seen in Poured Lines, is pouring paint onto a tilted surface and letting gravity spread the paint over the surface.
Stephen Craven / Poured Lines / CC BY-SA 2.0
The Bermondsey Gallery
29 Dockhead, Bermondsey, SE1 2BS
Priding themselves in exhibiting only the most thought-provoking and arousing pieces, The Bermondsey Gallery is one that can't be missed for those looking for passionate and creative contemporary artwork. In addition to showing inspiring artwork, the team at the Bermondsey Gallery also offer a bespoke framing service that can be tailored to suit all budgets and levels of framing requirements. Use your South London Club card and get 5% off framing and artwork!
Bermondsey Gallery
Camberwell Landmark SE5 - Giclée Art Print
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Imogen Man
Based in East Dulwich
Want to have something special to show how much you love your furry friend? Get in touch with Imogen Man and get a portrait of your pet! Imogen also produces incredible stills of farm and other animals; giving you the opportunity to welcome a slice of the country into your urban home. Expect extraordinary detail, vibrant colour and the emotional, expressive faces of your favourite animals and birds. Use your South London Club card and get 15% off!
Imogen Man Artist
Marcus Campbell Art Books
43 Holland Street, London SE1 9JR
Love books and art? Then you need to head down to Marcus Campbell Art Books along Holland Street! They sell rare and secondhand books on 20th and 21st century art, perfect for those who love learning more about art history or are perhaps looking for more inspiration for their own work. They also host several exhibitions throughout the year to celebrate these historic artists that their books discuss, making visiting this store a perfect opportunity to meet like minded people who love art as much as you do!
Marcus Campbell Art Books
Dulwich Picture Gallery
Gallery Road, London SE21 7AD
Dulwich Picture Gallery is the oldest public art gallery in England, having opened its doors to the public in 1817. There’s always so much to do here, from admiring the paintings that adorn the walls, to attending a featured exhibition, trying a drawing class and more. They even host Gallery Yoga classes, so you can practice your flow whilst being surrounded by historic art. Want to know more about this gallery’s incredible history? Check out our deep dive here!
Dulwich Picture Gallery
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