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Outstanding new artwork from some our best selling artists.

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:45:00 GMT

We are delighted to show you the latest works from our best selling artists. Some fantastic new pieces from Doug Hyde with his new mode of transport in 'The Modfather' and a lovely set of four prints of the Seasons Smiles. Keith Proctor has also released, already popular new images. Three images are finished with hand embellishment on canvas, a fantastic use of colour which comes out perfectly on these new limited edition canvases.

We are also delighted to share a new artist who has joined the portfolio - Craig Davison. Davison perfectly captures the essence of youth, what it means to be a child swept away on a wave of imagination. This collection is inspired by childhood adventures of caped crusaders, dynamic duos and heroes on horseback.

He uses shadows in the background of his pieces to portray the hero in the fantasy world created by the child in question, from Batman to Charlie’s Angels and the Magnificent Seven; there is something for everyone in this unique collection. Click here to buy his new collection.

All of our new releases will be added as soon as possible and will be available to pre-order before release. We also have some excellent work from Mark Spain, Neil Dawson, Paul Horton, Paul Kenton and Peter Smith to name a few. You can view all new artwork on the new releases page.

First phase of new artwork for Spring 2011

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:43:38 GMT

A quick preview of the first phase of stunning new collections of artworks available in stock soon. A small selection of artists have been chosen for immediate release of new prints this Spring including Paul Kenton, Sarah Graham, Neil Dawson, Kim Haskins and Keith Proctor.

Paul Kenton and Sarah Graham has once again wowed us with three superb new editions each. Paul's new cityscape canvases of London, Paris and New York depicts the beauty and mood of each city with great movement and hints of colour, a superb release. Sarah Graham has also released some of her most scrumptious work yet. Two new sweetie related canvas prints Candy Canes and Saucy Sundae look just good enough to eat straight off the canvas!

Another amazing talent is Keith Proctor, 3 new limited edition canvas prints with fantastic use of colour and flair, these beautiful prints are hand embellished to enhance the piece. The contrast in detail from the foreground and background loosely painted and the incredible detail on the children almost bring these prints to life.

These fabulous new pieces are available to order now with stock arriving from the next 2 week. Also look out for our other artists like Doug Hyde, Fabian Perez and Hamish Blakley

Click here to view new releases.

Jack Vettriano Valentine Event Raises £86,000 for Charity

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 02:13:00 GMT

The 2010 First Minister's Christmas card painted by Jack Vettriano has raised £86,000 for charity. The original oil painting and limited edition prints of the image were sold at auction in St Andrews on Friday raising a staggering amount for these amazing charities.

The original painting - Let's Twist Again, featuring a dancing couple at a festive party raised £68,000 while a special collection of limited edition prints went for £18,000. The original painting which was expected to sell for £25,000 was unveiled by Mr Salmond at the National Gallery of Scotland in December.

The money raised on the night will go to Bethany Christian Trust, Maggie's Cancer Caring Centres, Quarriers and Teenage Cancer Trust.

Alex Salmond said: "Jack is a great supporter of good causes and his distinctive style is recognised around the world. He has proven himself time and again to be Scotland's painter of the people."

Previously declined to display any of Jack Vettriano's works, the National Galleries announced on Thursday his self-portrait The Weight will be exhibited at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery from September 2011.

Information Courtesy of BBC:

Vettriano Christmas Card Raises £86,000 for Charity

Vettriano’s Valentine Event…with a twist!

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:35:00 GMT

On Friday 11th February, Jack Vettriano will be hosting a special charity fund-raising dinner at The Old Course Hotel in St Andrews, during which his original painting, ‘Let’s Twist Again‘ is to be auctioned to raise funds for four charities.

Let’s Twist Again, was chosen by Scotland’s First Minister, Alex Salmond, to be his official Christmas card for 2010. The painting is on display now at the Old Course Hotel in St Andrews, ahead of being auctioned on Friday 11th February 2011.

The proceeds from the sale of the painting are to be divided equally between Bethany Christian Trust, Quarriers and Teenage Cancer Trust, selected by the First Minister and Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centres, who were selected by Vettriano himself.

Tickets to attend the dinner and auction are priced at £75 and are available from Heartbreak, Jack’s official gallery. The price of the ticket includes a glass of Prosecco on arrival, a three-course meal, a half-bottle of wine per person, coffee and petits four and a donation to the four nominated charities.

If you are interested in attending the dinner and / or bidding for the painting, please contact Heartbreak, Jack Vettriano’s official gallery:

T +44 (0) 20 3219 5710

E info@jackvettriano.com

The Hotel is offering a special rate of £180.00 B&B for guests attending the dinner who may wish to stay at the hotel. For room reservations only, please contact The Old Course Hotel directly and quote ‘Vettriano auction’ to claim the special rate:

T +44 (0) 1334 474 371

E reservations@oldcoursehotel.co.uk

Details below of the painting to be auctioned:

Jack Vettriano OBE (b.1951)

Let’s Twist Again
Oil on canvas
15 x 12 inches
Signed, Painted in 2010
Painting to be auctioned on Friday 11th February 2011
Reserve: £10,000

If you are unable to attend the auction in person but still wish to bid for the painting, please contact Nathalie Martin at Heartbreak. Telephone bidding on the night can be arranged and we are happy to accept commission bids also.

T +44 (0) 20 3219 5710

E nathalie@jackvettriano.com

Valentine’s Exhibition of Edition Prints

Throughout the month of February, the Old Course Hotel will also be hosting an exhibition of romantically themed limited edition prints published by Vettriano’s own company, Heartbreak Publishing, and selected by the artist himself for the hotel. The collection will include the launch of a new edition print of, ‘Valentine Rose’, published especially for the event at the Old Course.

If you intend to visit the exhibition and purchase any prints at the event you can have it professionally framed here at the Enid Hutt Gallery, not only do we have a great choice to suit your individual taste but we are offering 15% OFF framing your Jack Vettriano Print.

Record number of visitors attend Jack Vettriano exhibition

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:48:00 GMT

Jack Vettriano's exhibition, Days of Wine and Roses has come to an end, the first of a three date tour of his original works. The array of figurative images has attracted a record number of visitors from across the UK to Kirkcaldy Museum with over 45,000 people attending the exhibition in just five weeks, a record breaking number for the Museum and Art Gallery.

The record breaking exhibition was reported to be the museum’s most successful event in 85 years with people travelling from all over the world to see the show and on the last day of the exhibition people were even queuing round the block- This showing was not only an amazing event with great numbers but a fantastic boost to Kirkcaldy and Fife's cultural presence and economy.

The exhibition showcased an eclectic mix of originals ranging from dark, seedy, mysterious paintings, known to more colourful and bright contemporary images taken from his visits to Milan and the Monaco Yacht Club who commissioned him to create a series of paintings to mark the centenary of their flagship vessel, the Tuiga.

The brand new paintings were exhibited along with previous pieces to mark 20 years of Vettriano working as a full time artist and will be touring Europe with the second showing at London in July/August and Rome in September, dates to be confirmed.

Also showcased at the exhibition were his brand new signed limited edition prints and exhibition posters which are available to buy both online and in store. You can buy Jack Vettriano signed prints direct from stock on our website here.