491 Gallery. 491 Art Gallery & Exhibitions..

The 491 gallery is an incredibly versatile place. We offer a space for artisits of many different mediums to exhibit their work in a completely unique exhibition space in East London.

Over the years we have had a diverse and exciting range of art displayed here, some of which can be seen in our 'exhibitions history' & 'artist @ 491' sections of the website.

From budding young artists finding a space viable for them to exhibit for the first time, end of year exhibitions for students (inc St. Martins), to those a little more established in the artistic community, we offer, quite simply, a space for artists to canvas their message.

The exhibition space, as with all projects here at 491 was put together with recycled materials & the kind donations & time & effort of the communities volunteers.

Painting: diediedie by Sy Hackey

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Exhibitions @ 491 Gallery.

Since Oct 2001 the 491 Gallery has played host to artists from places as far flung as Australia, Korea, Iran, Austria, Germany and the UK. The artists who have exhibited with us have gone on to show their work to critical acclaim around the world.

We have seen spiritually uplifting paintings, photorealistic portraits. archeological photography and the movement of light.
Cityscapes have grown on our walls, decayed and crumbled within the month- sound has sculpted the room into a completely alien territory whilst life drawing hangs outside.

We have had the cutting edge in conceptual artistry and experimental art forms gracing the Gallery, giving us all new ideas and food for thought. Coupled with this we have played host to some of the original artists of the Stuckist movement, whose doctrine is to celebrate technical ability whilst remaining true to life within the 2D frame.

The standard of work has been truly incredible, in all cases really reflecting the independent and free-spirited nature of the 491 Gallery and it's patrons. Performance pieces, installation, sculpture and fine art sit side by side within the 491; a juxtaposition that works in such a versatile space where every artist and art form is equally valid.

In the coming months we have a varied and exciting range of exhibitions in which we introduce new sculpture; paintings without paint; the human condition through photography, fashion design with an ironic twist and much more to be confirmed- all at the 491 Gallery, which is already in the enviable position of beginning to feel too small for the ambitions of our artists. (Debbie & sjb)

Sculpture: Un-named by Alison-Bray

Your exhibition?

We offer space & curating opportunities to artists of all mediums to exhibit their work. Interested?

We take bookings for exhibitions via the gallery team & email.

Once you have booked an exhibition, it is very important you confirm all details with us via our email: art@491gallery.com.

We can then work with you to advertise your event on our website & through our massive email network.

The Art Gallery bookings are managed by the 491 Gallery creative team.

Artist @ 491 Gallery.

Here are some of the great artists that have worked with & supported the 491 Gallery project.

Debbie Atkinson.

Debbie Atkinson's artist bio can be found here.

Indigo Star.

Indigo was a 491 resident artist for two years, working extensively to develop the 491 Gallery project and rekindle community art participation and promotion.

Indigo Stars's artist bio can be found here.

Max Brill.

Pablo Outon.

Pablo Outon's artist bio can be found here.

Sophie Lokwood.

In 2002 I found Leytonstone, the 491 Gallery, the then derelict ‘rat house’ which became Vertigo underground cinema and later music rehearsal studios ...

Sophie Lokwood's artist bio can be found here.

Stefan Baker / Sjb.

Textures! Along with recycled materials.

'I like 'changed' things, like you find on the beach for instance,
full of rich texures'

Also a keen photographer.

Stefan's artist bio can be found here.

Steve Capper.

Steve Gent.

Sy Hackney.

Sy Hackney, 491 artist resident, has been involved with the project since it's early beginnings in 2001 & has played a massive role in the 491's creative history.

Sy utilises the large workspace here at 491 Gallery to create some truly large scale works of art work.

The 491 art gallery & exhibition space.