Eastgate Art gallery

Eastgate Art gallery We are a community art gallery, displaying arts and crafts of local artists.
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Unfortunately our beloved Art Gallery at Eastgate Shopping Centre has been asked to vacate the premises and as such will...
26/06/2026

Unfortunately our beloved Art Gallery at Eastgate Shopping Centre has been asked to vacate the premises and as such will now close. As of yet we do not have another venue so we will be closed until further notice. We are exploring several avenues behind the scenes and remain hopeful we are able to reopen again in the not too distant future.

Until then, a big thank you to everyone who has visited our gallery, we really appreciate the support and hope to remain a valued part of the Basildon community.

This month's featured Artist of the Month is Jim Holmes.Jim was born in Hackney, London but grew up in Clapton.When they...
05/06/2026

This month's featured Artist of the Month is Jim Holmes.

Jim was born in Hackney, London but grew up in Clapton.

When they were younger, his sister, brothers and himself all liked to draw, although they never had sketch/art pads. They enjoyed drawing on the backs of envelopes as youngsters used to do, instead.

Jim started painting when he was about 30 years old. He began by copying old masters' work to teach himself the various techniques and styles required.

He also joined Basildon Art Gallery approximately 13 years ago. He has and still does thoroughly enjoy his time with here, making many friends whilst selling some paintings along the way.
Why not pop down and see Jim's awesome artwork along with our other Artists work on display?

It's free to come and browse and you would be more than welcome. There is always an Artist or 2 at hand to have a chat and answer any questions you may have.

It is with deep sadness that I have to announce the passing of our wonderful member Peter Holmberg.He passed away peacef...
29/05/2026

It is with deep sadness that I have to announce the passing of our wonderful member Peter Holmberg.

He passed away peacefully last Friday 22nd at home surrounded by his 3 children after a brave battle with cancer.

He was a member of Eastgate Art Gallery for over 12 years and only recently was Artist of the Month and had his photo taken on 1st May which, unfortunately, was the last time he came to the gallery.

I (Martin) personally had the pleasure of knowing Peter for the last 4 years and was on shift with him every Friday morning here at the Gallery. I will miss our chats about Art and also putting the world to rights. He will be solely missed and sending love to his family and friends whom have agreed to me writing this tribute.

This months featured artist of the month is Peter HolmbergPeter has been a member of the Eastgate Art Gallery for over 1...
01/05/2026

This months featured artist of the month is Peter Holmberg

Peter has been a member of the Eastgate Art Gallery for over 12 years.

Peter had no experience in drawing or painting and decided to take evening classes after a year of retirement , of which he has now been, for over 20 years. When the night classes finished, Peter then moved into Laindon Art Group on Monday mornings. He has now continued to paint as well as continuing his hobby and love of gardening.

He does prefer to paint in oils with an acrylic under painting although he still continues with pencil drawings and occasionally water colours too. He’s used various mediums for his artwork including canvas, glass jars and paper to name a few.

Peter mainly does paint in landscape though recently has started producing imaginative pieces.

His artwork has been displayed in Basildon Library, Basildon Hospital and has even been published in the local press.

Why not pop down and see Peter's awesome artwork along with our other Artists work on display?

It's free to come and browse and you would be more than welcome. There is always an Artist or 2 at hand to have a chat and answer any questions you may have.

Address

Lower Galleries, Eastgate Shopping Centre
Basildon

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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