Archive
Oriel Davies is developing this archive as a resource for those researching both visual arts and arts education. Divided into exhibitions, projects and Test Bed the archive is searchable using the search bar below or by browsing through the archive pages.
Talking to Gwen
Anna Falcini
During a residency in Aberystwyth, Anna Falcini discovered the letters of Gwen John (1876–1939), at the National Library of Wales. Written around 1915, John's draft letters record intimate, joyous, mundane scenes and the frequent struggles of John's life as an independent Welsh, female artist living in Paris. more >
Test Bed 2015 14 November - 27 January
House
Multiple artists
The idea of house and home can conjure up feelings of warmth and shelter. A dwelling - be it cottage or shed, tent or mansion, temporary shack or permanent residence - is usually the basis of comfort and security. Conversely, a derelict or abandoned house is often associated with discomfort, unease and absence. more >
Exhibition 2015 14 November - 27 January
Studies for Maynard
Simon Whitehead
A live dance installation with movement, dance, image and sound. more >
Exhibition 2015 07 October - 21 October
A Tree A Rock A Cloud
Clare Woods on tour at Oriel Y Parc, St Davids
We are delighted to announce that Oriel Y Parc has re-opened and A Tree A Rock A Cloud will run there until 6 March. A Tree A Rock A Cloud opened at Oriel Y Parc in December 2015 and features a new body of work featured in an exhibition at Oriel Davies in 2014 by acclaimed artist Clare Woods. more >
Project 2015 26 September - 06 March
flora
multiple artists
After the success of flora at Oriel Davies the exhibition starts its tour to three venues across Wales. The exhibition is an exploration of the significance of contemporary art through flowers and includes artists; Emma Bennett, Michael Boffey, Anya Gallaccio, Ori Gersht, Owen Griffiths, Anne-Mie Melis, Jacques Nimki, Yoshihiro Suda and Clare Twomey. more >
Project 2015 19 September - 16 September
