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Resident Artists
Radu Tesaro
Radu Tesaro is a Czech artist who has spent many years in Zambia where she developed a large and competitive base of ardent collectors. She has held a number of exhibitions both in Zambia and in Prague, and her works are in demand. Her ability to create motion; the unique brilliancy of African sunlight; the vibrancy and beauty of African colour makes her work exceptional.
Carl Longworth
Carl Longworth's work is one of the finest in brass sculpture you'll find in the UK. It's an enormous privilege to have his work in the gallery. His attention to detail, without making the subject belaboured, is sensitive, artistic, with an expression of movement and pure character that epitomises the "jizz" of that bird.
Utter utter joy.
Mathew Edenbrow
Mathew Edenbrow is a well recognised sculptor specialising in wildlife. With a PhD in Animal Behaviour, he draws inspiration from this understanding and his works capture the small changes in expression and body form that confirm them as sentient and beautiful beings.
His sculptures have real presence.
Sue Jarvis
Sue Jarvis is a Zimbabwean artist who has exhibited extensively in Southern Africa, and this is the first time her work has been shown in the UK. An exceptional artist working with pastels, ink and charcoal, her images are vibrant, very much alive, and bring the real Africa into your space.
Francois d'Elbee
I am thrilled to represent a well published author and fine art photographer from Zambia, Francois d’Elbee. His work has been exhibited frequently and is keenly collected. He is an author of a number of fabulous coffee table books which in themselves are a rare and remarkable collection and commentary of his experiences as a photographer of the people, places and wildlife of Africa.
Laurence Yombwe
Laurence Yombwe is the Godfather of art in Zambia. Sought after by all discerning art collectors, his work is steeped in Bemba folklore, spirits and people going about their every day business. He paints uniquely on hessian, building his colours and textures with mixed layers of oil and acrylics. His colours are earthy and softly vibrant and convey a real and yet etherial quality that is captivating and magical.
Ayse Rifat
Ayse is a fine artist working in oils.
Extraordinary attention to detail gives her subjects real life and immediately draw your eye and attention. Specialising in wildlife art, she won the 2019 summer Wildlife Art Society International award for 'Twilight Hunter" .
Sam Peacock
Sam Peacock is a Sussex based artist who focuses on the ever changing landscape around the English coastline and the politics which surround it. He has solo shown in Australia, Berlin and London on many occasions throughout his career.
His work can be viewed on permanent display at Novotel Hotels flagship site in Canary Wharf and at Sydney University.
He has collectors all over the globe and appears in major art fairs worldwide.
The texture and colour of his work and the approach he takes utilising raw organic materials alongside industrial colors helps make his work unique.
Price Listings of art works for sale
Francois D'Elbee
Extraordinary photographer and author. It's a rare honour to be his sole UK representative and show his work. He is an author of several photographic books and has had many successful exhibitions of his fine art photography. His latest book "Warmest Regards from Africa" is a significant publication: this book will illuminate how little you actually know about Africa. Rich in breadth and warm in its embrace, it will show you hidden places and introduce you people you never knew were there.
Autumn
was £1132 now £950
Fine art photographic Collage 70cmW x 74cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10. Framed and on show.
Red Dress
was £1132 now £950
Fine art photographic print.
53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print Limited print of 10.
Pond Girl
was £1132 now £950
Fine art photographic Collage 70cmW x 74cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Gathering
£1132
The image for this artwork is coming very shortly!
Fine art photographic collage
80cmW x 70cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Ambush
was £1132 now £950
Fine art photographic collage
80cmW x 70cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Moonlight
was £1132 now £950
Fine art photographic collage
80cmW x 70cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Francois d'Elbee
Born in Paris, Francois d’Elbee has been in Africa since the 1960’s. Having explored the continent he now lives in Zambia with his wife, pursuing his photographic career. His first interest, wild life photography latterly transferred to humanitarian issues through his work with UNICEF, for which he received a Knighthood from the French Ministry of Culture.
Francois has published several coffee table books and now focuses on fine art photography with a unique and poetic expression.
Flights of Fancy
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic collage
80cmW x 70cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Panthera Pardus
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 70cmW x 74cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Woman
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Untitled
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 70cmW x 74cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Tribal
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 70cmW x 74cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
The Yellow Handbag
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Migration
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Mechanic Girl
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Le Costard
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Jazz
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Gule Wamkulu in Blue Jacket
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Going Out
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Gitane Bleue
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
On This Earth
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Flowers
was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 70cmW x 74cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Cultural Matters
Was £860 now £680
Fine art photographic Collage 53cmW x 80cmH
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10.
Whispers
£560
Fine art photographic collage
90cmH x 60cmW
Authenticated Archival print.
Limited print of 10. In stock.
Sand
£560
Fine art photographic collage
90cmH x 60cmW
Archival print.
Limited print of 10. In stock.
Warmest Regards from Africa.
£80
Francois' latest book is an incredibly honest, raw and intimate comment and sharing of the often ignored, or at best, unknown world within the complexities of an already complex culture with all its stigmas, ignorance and societal pressures. A real treasure.
Flights of Fancy
SOLD
Fine art photographic collage
Framed authenticated archival print.
84cmL x 80cmW
No. I of a limited print of 10.
Wonderland
£580
Fine art photographic collage
90cmH x 60cmW
Authenticated Archival print.
No 1 of a Limited print of 10. Framed and in stock.
Autumn
was £1180 now £950
Fine Art photographic collage
84cmW x 80cmH
Framed authenticated archival print.
No.1 of a limited edition of 10.
On show in the gallery.
About print sizes
All the photographic art prints are quoted at the optimal size for that print, however, if you'd prefer a smaller or larger size, please contact us because we can accommodate sizes specific to your needs. Prints are made to order. The costs will not be significantly different because the artists work carries the same value whatever the size of the print.
Radu Tesaro
A highly recognised, award winning, prolific and very collectable artist from Prague, who spent many years in Zambia specialising in wildlife and landscapes. Radu was awarded the David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year in 2018.
Giraffes!
SOLD £1500
Radu Tesaro, who won the David Shepherd award 2018 for Wildlife Artist of the year, captures not only the movement but also the crystal light that makes the rainy season so special in Zambia.
Oils on canvas 120 x 60cm
Luangwa Valley
£1200
Radu Tesaro again gives the real sense that the rain has just fallen leaving the ground and rivulets fresh and bright with much needed water.
Oils on canvas 115 x 55cm
Special Moment
£1400
That fleetingly magic moment that makes you stop in wonder and awe. Radu Tesaro has a sympathy and understanding of it; like the figure in the background, you instinctively pause to look and wonder at it before it flutters off.
Oils on canvas 120 x 90cm
Elephant!
£800
Having spent many years in Luangwa Valley, Zambia, Radu Tesaro developed a very real sense of the majesty and beauty of these sentient beings.
Oils on canvas 40 x 60cm
Laurence Yombwe
Yombwe is considered to be the Grandfather of modern Zambian artists. Much in demand and very collectable, his works are much sought after. He has established many Visual Arts centres both in Lusaka and regionally. Painting oils on hessian, his work is an expression on Bemba culture, ancestral and everyday issues.
Ancestor Dreaming
SOLD £1050
Acrylic and oils on hessian. Yombwe has created a scene that is full of tenderness, humility and utter delight.
Oils and acrylics on hessian 75x60cm.
Unchained Love
£600
An allegorical figure that is full of joy, love and unspoken acceptance of each other.
Oils and acrylics on hessian 60x40cm.
Carl Longworth
Britains outstanding lost wax bronze sculptor.
New Moon 4/25
£2200
The attitude Carl has caught on this magnificent Barn Owl as it alights on a fence post is full of life and immediacy.
Solid bronze with patination 30cmH x 21cmW
Woodcock 11 8/25
£3400
The fluidity and grace of this woodcock is captivating and is a superb example of Carl's consummate skill as a bronze sculptor.
Solid bronze with patination
24cmL x 15cmW x 27cmH
Swift 10/25
£3400
The aerodynamics and speed of flight are very apparent in this beautiful sculpture of a swift.
Solid bronze 53cmH x 30cmW x 16cmL
Kingfisher 11 16/25
£2950
Poised in a dive, this beautiful Kingfisher has an elegance and immediacy that captures the moment of descent perfectly. Delicate but with exquisite presence!
Solid bronze 33cmH x 28cmL x 13cmW
Preening Woodcock 3/175
£450
Not a common bird in England any more, so to have the presence of this delightful, small sculpture sitting quietly in a well lit place brings real joy.
Solid bronze 11cmL x 6cmW x 6cmH
Blue Tit 17/25
SOLD £1900
The focus and dedication in the gaze of this Blue Tit as well as the delicacy of its position on the beautifully curved branch, just oozes charm and sheer delight.
Solid bronze 24cmH x 11cmW
Partridge mini, 1, 11,111. 3/275, 4/175
All three SOLD £450
Each of these little sculptures so beautifully patinated -as only Carl Longworth can do- is a real gem.
EACH solid bronze 11cmL x 6cmW x 6cmH
Barn Owl 111 9/25
£6100
This large statue is quite simply stunning. Everything about the owl is alive, present and so beautifully patinated. It commands attention and is so beautifully crafted.
Solid bronze 63cmH x 21cmW x 20cmL
Mathew Edenbrow
British Wildlife sculptor in paper clay.
Meerkat
£500
Who simply doesn't love a Meerkat? Just looking at this delightful image fills you with absolute joy and brings a real smile to your face!
Paper clay with hand painted detail.
40cmH x 17cmW x 17cmL
Armadillo "Motololo"
SOLD £500
Becoming a rarity and now endangered, this delightful Armadillo adds a sense of purpose and honour to the space it occupies.
Lion Cub "Sheba"
£500
What is not to love about this Lion Cub. Inquisitive and alert, ready to play, she lights up the area around her and fills your heart with warmth.
Paper clay with hand painted detail
33cmL x 23cmW x 16cmH
Elephant "Tsavo"
£600
"Tsavo" has real presence and great gentleness in his soul. His eyes have a real sparkle and you can only have to look at him and love him.
Paper clay with hand painted detail
30cmH x 47cmL x 23cmW
Aardvark "Thula"
£500
"Thula" is on a mission. Marching straight into your heart! She has a very real presence and Mathew has captured her warmth and physicality so beautifully.
Paper clay with hand painted detail
20cmH x 15cmW x 43cmL
Hippo "Mvula"
£500
"Mvula" is a really lovely piece of sculpture; placed on a mirrored base he will animate the reflected light of a river.
Paper clay with hand painted detail 18cmH x 40cmL x 25cmW
Sue Jarvis.
Zimbabwean Wildlife artist working in pastels, ink and charcoal. A prolific artist who has had a large number of very successful solo shows in Southern Africa, this is her first show of work in the UK, so it's a huge pleasure to represent her.
Looking Back
SOLD £950
Apologies for the poor photo because this is quite simply a stunning painting of a magnificent male lion.
Pastels 98cmL x 67cmH
Coalition Overview
£950
This Coalition of Cheetah, with exquisite detailing in their fur and the grass on which they lounge is beautiful.
Pastels 98cmL x 67cmW
Eyes
£850
A large painting, the gentleness in the expression is captivating.
Pastels 98cmL x 67cmW
In Between
SOLD £950
Tenderness and comfort so beautifully drawn.
Pastels 98cmH x 67cmL
Cooling Down
£1000
One can feel the heat and hear the splash as this grand bull steps up to a sandbank on the Zambezi River. This painting comes in a bespoke frame.
Pastels 98cmL x 67cmW
Focused
£950
This physicality of this work brings the buzz and crackle of midday heat, the smell of dry grasses and the very majesty of this stunning male lion.
Pastels 98cmL x 67cmW
Ayse Rifat
Wildlife artist working in oils. Her work is exquisitely detailed with great sympathy, warmth and a whole lotta love. Winner of The Wildlife Art Society International award summer 2019.
The Strike
£854
Oils on canvas.
Framed.
80 x 80cm
Innocent
Oils on canvas.
Framed.
80 x 80cm
Twilight Hunter
SOLD £985
OIls on Canvas.
Framed.
Winner of 2019 summer Wildlife Art Society International exhibition.
Patience
SOLD £985
Oils on canvas
Framed
80 x 80cm
Gilly Hill
Gilly is a keen twitcher and amateur bird photographer, with images exclusively from Zambia. At work, in her garden or out in the bush, she was lucky to capture the everyday antics of the ubiquitous birds of Zambia. She plays with the image to make the scene more artful. Or so she thinks.
Bohms Bee-eater
£250
McBrides Camo, Kafue National Park, Zambia.
Authenticated Archival Print.
Framed and on show.
Rock Fly
£200
Puku Pan, Kafue National Park, Zambia.
Authenticated Archival print.
Framed and on show.
Pygmy Kingfisher
£200
Bangwuelu Swamps, Zambia.
Authenticated Archival print.
In stock and framed size
Framed and on show.
Variable Sunbird
£200
In my garden one sunny afternoon.
Authenticated Archival print.
Framed and on show.
The big Splash
£150
In Bangwuelu swamp watching a group of Bluecheeked Bee-Eaters catch fish. I managed to get bellyflop. Bluecheeked Bee-eaters are unique to Bangwuelu.
Print only, size 60cmL x 45cmH
Variable Sunbird on a Giant Strelitzia.
£150
From my office window, singing his heart out perched on the fragile edge of the strelitzia.
Archival print.
Print size: 45cmL x 60cmH
Shikra: Little Banded Goshawk
£150
In my back garden on the electric wires just above the back door was this magnificent male. Electrifying! To see it so close.
Archival print.
Print size 45cmL x 60cmH
Tawnyflanked Prinia
£150
In the office garden, its rainy season so everything is verdant and this little gem was "zzzrt-zzzrt-zzzrting" rather loudly. Caught my attention!
Archival print.
Print size 53cmL x 33cmH
Tawnyflanked Prinia
£150
This little cutie-pie was perched on the fence wire all puffed up and warming up in the morning sun.
Archival print.
Print 60cmL x 45cmH
Variable Sunbird
£150
In the office garden, this male sunbird was taking the sap from the top of the fir tree.
Archival print.
Print 45cmL x 60cmH
Blue Waxbill: Cordon Bleue
£150
In the breeding season male waxbills use grass fronds -the larger the better- to showoff to other males and attract the discerning female.
Archival print.
Print 53cmL x 33cmH
About print sizes
Sizes given are the optimal size but if you're looking for a different size to suit you, please contact me and I'll be happy to discuss it with you. Prints made to order.
Please note that glass framed artwork cannot be shipped; we will need to ship the work rolled and therefore unframed to prevent potential breakages and damage to the artwork. The price of the artwork is not altered if shipped unframed but shipping costs within the UK is free. If you are purchasing directly from the gallery and collecting the artwork yourself, the painting can be collected framed. Canvas work that is framed can be shipped framed as there is no glass. Cost for shipping art work to Europe is aprox. £200, to the USA and elsewhere aprox. £250. This includes packing and insurance. Costs for shipping bronzes and ceramic sculptures will be individually priced.
Buying Fine Art Photography: a Guide.
Photographic fine art prints are increasingly popular and affordable these days, from the internet market, your own phone camera image prints through to high end fine art photography, with fine technical printing, quality and style.
The difference between commercially produced and individually printed fine art photography is the uniqueness of the image, the quality of the print and longevity of the image. All this influences the price of the print.
So it's important to recognise what it is that appeals to you -and your budget- and understand the distinction between the commercial rendition of well known works and the individual craft of a professional fine art photographer.
The fine art photography promoted in this gallery is the individual expression, composition, style and unique art form of that particular photographer.
The prints are limited editions printed with pure inks on fine archival paper, and they come with certificates of authenticity from the printer, the artist and the gallery. These prints will last 150 years if displayed out of direct sunlight and under non-glare UV glass.
If you are looking to develop an art collection, photographic art is increasingly popular and with the printing technologies we have today, makes this an interesting and dynamic medium around which to start or add to your collection.
About Us
Signature Zambian and Zimbabwean Artists.
Signature Zambian and Zimbabwean Artists.
Signature Zambian and Zimbabwean Artists.
Our aim is to have a diverse, dynamic and exciting collection of works from signature Zambian and Zimbabwean artists in between solo exhibitions.
Exceptional solo exhibitions.
Signature Zambian and Zimbabwean Artists.
Signature Zambian and Zimbabwean Artists.
We show works from upcoming as well as exceptionally talented established local artists and artisans in dedicated exhibitions which we advertise in advance.
Art works available to purchase.
Signature Zambian and Zimbabwean Artists.
Art works available to purchase.
Any work of art displayed in the photo gallery (above) is available for sale through the gallery. Please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the matter with you.
About the pricing of art work
What makes a piece of art work worth the price asked for?
The answer in one word: Provenance! What is provenance? - it is documented history of ownership.
In the world of current artists, this in my view also includes demand for the artists work; number of solo exhibitions in recognised galleries; awards from reputable institutions and finally, the value the artist places on their own work .
So, the art work in the gallery ticks all those boxes. What about gallery commission you ask; the commission in my gallery is not what drives the price.
The gallery guarantees provenance and offers the buyer not only a piece of artwork to enjoy but also a unique opportunity to invest in something that will give them pleasure for a long time.