A new sponsored virtual gallery is giving Guernsey Arts a dedicated platform to showcase the work of local artists while making art more accessible to audiences both locally and beyond.
The virtual exhibition, produced by local media company The Quarry, presents a walkthrough Guernsey Arts’ Greenhouse Gallery, currently showcasing the exhibition ‘The Bleeding Veil’ by Etienne Marquis. Supported by The International Stock Exchange (TISE), this initiative reflects a shared commitment to supporting local artists and creating accessible opportunities for people to engage with culture.
Expanding past the confines of a traditional exhibition, Quarry’s virtual gallery allows visitors to experience local artwork online, from wherever they are. This creates an opportunity for people who may not ordinarily visit the Greenhouse Gallery to discover and engage with local art. By creating a permanent home for the exhibition online, access is not limited by location, opening hours or physical capacity. It offers an inclusive way for families, residents, visitors and art enthusiasts to experience the exhibition at a time that suits them.
Mark Oliphant, Head of Marketing and Communications at TISE, said: “We’re delighted to support this fantastic initiative from Guernsey Arts. Delivering a high-quality Virtual Gallery makes the exhibition accessible for all, including those with additional needs who are unable to visit the gallery in-person, while also giving local talent the platform to reach an international audience. We hope everyone enjoys utilising this extended feature of the exhibition.”
Rebecca Booth, CEO at Guernsey Arts, said: “This project is about putting local creativity centre stage. Sponsorship has enabled us to work with The Quarry to create a professional platform for Etienne, while the virtual format means the exhibition can be enjoyed by a much wider audience. It is a great example of how supporting one artist can have a positive ripple effect across the community.”
Etienne Marquis, Artist, said : “I feel proud and honoured to be the first in this series of exhibition archives. The bleeding veil was a love letter to Guernsey’s rich history of magic and storytelling. Its beauty and wonder amazed me as a child and I’m proud to return the favour by continuing its legacy and hopefully inspiring another generation of storytellers.”
Warren Mauger, Founder of The Quarry said: “We love producing Virtual Exhibitions because they make art exhibitions accessible to people beyond the physical walls and timeframe of the show. It’s a way of reaching outside of the physical space. We have seen these shown to people who would not be able to visit and also helps showcase the island’s art far beyond our shores and show off the amazing cultural work that goes on here.“
Pictured: James Kitts, by Etienne Marquis. Entitled The Boy of Kernow.
