Four artists. Four evenings. One unforgettable summer series.
Join us at the
Fresh Art Fair
At the Cheltenham Racecourse from 24th - 26th April
Don't miss us at...
Manchester Art fair 2025
21st – 23rd November 2025, Manchester Central Convention Complex
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Meet the Artists. Discover the Stories. Experience Art Differently.
At Jarva Gallery, we believe there is something incredibly special about meeting the person behind a piece of art.
Throughout the year, we host a selection of exclusive events designed to bring our collectors, artists and visitors together in a relaxed and welcoming gallery environment.
From Meet the Artist evenings and live demonstrations to exclusive collection launches and previews, our events offer an opportunity to experience art beyond the finished piece – discovering the stories, techniques and inspiration behind the work.
Whether you're an established collector, looking for your first piece of original art or simply curious to learn more, everyone is welcome at Jarva.
Our Summer Meet the Artist Series
Summer 2026 saw the launch of our Meet the Artist Summer Series, with four special evenings dedicated to four very different artists represented by Jarva Gallery.
We welcomed Laura Critchlow, Ella Nicole, David Meredith and Steve McLoughlin into the gallery, each bringing their own distinctive style, creative process and personality to Jarva.
Across the four evenings, guests were able to meet the artists personally, watch live demonstrations, ask questions and be among the first to discover collections of newly released original works.
With a glass of fizz in hand, plenty of conversation and the gallery open to explore throughout the evening, we wanted these events to feel exactly as we believe enjoying art should feel personal, inspiring and never intimidating.
The response was incredible, and we'd like to thank everyone who joined us and helped make each evening so special.
More Events Are Coming...
Our Summer Meet the Artist Series may have come to an end, but this certainly isn't the last of our events at Jarva.
We're already looking forward to welcoming more of our artists and collectors together for future evenings, launches and special events.
If you'd like to be among the first to hear about upcoming events and receive invitations, join the Jarva Gallery mailing list.
You can also follow Jarva Gallery on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news, new arrivals and behind-the-scenes moments from the gallery.
We look forward to welcoming you to Jarva soon.
Past Exhibitions & Events
Manchester Art Fair
Following a successful debut at Manchester Art Fair in 2024, Jarva Gallery is delighted to be returning for a third consecutive year in 2026.
The fair has provided a wonderful opportunity to introduce our artists to new collectors from across the UK, whilst reconnecting with many familiar faces from the Jarva community. We have been overwhelmed by the support received and continue to enjoy sharing our carefully curated collection with a wider audience.
We look forward to welcoming visitors to:
Manchester Art Fair 2026
19th – 22nd November 2026
Stand 510
Fresh Art Fair: Cheltenham
In 2026, Jarva Gallery made its debut at Fresh: Art Fair Cheltenham, one of the UK's leading contemporary art fairs.
Bringing together a carefully selected collection of original paintings, sculpture and mixed media works, the fair provided an exciting opportunity to introduce Jarva Gallery and our artists to collectors from across the South West and beyond.
The response was incredibly encouraging, and we were delighted to meet so many new collectors whilst sharing the work of both established and emerging artists from our portfolio.
We look forward to announcing future participation and upcoming fair dates in due course.
Remembering Diana Syder
Diana was a gifted painter and poet whose work captured the beauty of the natural world through loose, contemporary landscapes, still lifes, and abstracts. Based in Taddington, she exhibited regularly at Jarva Gallery and inspired many through her teaching, workshops, and writing.
Following her diagnosis with a brain tumour in spring 2022, Diana’s creative process was sadly brought to a halt. Not long after a sell-out exhibition of her paintings, we received the heartbreaking news of her passing, before she could know the full extent of her success and the joy her work brought to others.
Around a year later, her husband Martin reached out to us regarding Diana’s remaining works. After visiting her studio, Lyndsey and Martin carefully selected a collection of pieces ,both complete and unfinished, to form an exhibition celebrating Diana’s life and creativity.
The event, held at Jarva Fine Art in Buxton, featured her artwork alongside her studio stool and easel, a poignant reminder of her enduring artistic spirit. In honour of Diana 10% of all proceeds were donated to Blythe House Hospice, a local charity who cared for Diana during her final months.
Northern Art Exhibition- Spring 2025
Celebrating the creativity and character of the North, Jarva Gallery presented a special exhibition showcasing both established and emerging northern artists.
The collection featured works by resident artists Roderick Thackray, Steve McLoughlin, Leigh Lambert, and Ben Ark, alongside newcomers Andrew Hunt and Mark Brierley.
This exhibition was distinguished by the individuality of each artist’s interpretation of northern life and landscape, from Roderick Thackray’s imagined industrial scenes shaped by his years in the mining industry, to Andrew Hunt’s expressive portraits capturing the warmth and humanity behind his northern characters.
The contrast continued in the landscapes of Mark Brierley and Steve McLoughlin, one evoking the mood and drama of the lakes and moors, the other celebrating the vibrancy of meadows and rivers.
A true celebration of northern talent, the exhibition reflected the diversity, humour, and authenticity that define the region’s creative spirit.
