Royal Institute of Oil Painters: EAT
28th November, 2024 – 14th December 2024 – 10am – 5pm
Mall Galleries
Location: North, East, and West Galleries
17 Carlton House Terrace
London SW1Y 5BD
Admission: £5 (Free for Friends of Mall Galleries and under 25s, concessions available)
This festive season, buy and experience exceptional figurative oil paintings at the prestigious Royal Institute of Oil Painters’ (ROI) Annual Exhibition at Mall Galleries – online and in person. From 28th November to 14th December 2024, from 10am to 5pm daily, art enthusiasts can explore and purchase a curated selection of masterful oil works from the UK and across the world, perfect for enhancing your home and offering the most incredible, one-of-a-kind Christmas gift. Admission is £5, with free entry for Friends of Mall Galleries and visitors under 25, plus concessions.
Sourcing truly exceptional figurative artwork for the home can be a daunting task, but the ROI Annual Exhibition meticulously curates paintings reflective of the royal institute’s founding ambition – to promote and exhibit work of the highest standard in oil paint which demonstrates the huge versatility of this historic medium.
Alexander Linda
Image courtesy of Royal Institute of Oil Painters
This year’s exhibition theme, ‘EAT’, presents a diverse collection of oils celebrating the evocative subject of food – a theme that has inspired oil painters for centuries. Visitors to the online exhibition, and to the gallery on London’s Mall, will experience a range of styles and interpretations, from sumptuous still lives to vibrant market scenes, Paintings depicting food enhance home interiors with warmth and cultural resonance, thanks to a subject matter which universally engages and evokes personal memories.
Purchasing an ROI Oil Painting as a Christmas Gift
Giving an original oil painting as a Christmas gift transcends ordinary gift-giving. An original painting offers a unique expression of creativity and craftsmanship, capable of transforming a room, imbuing it with character, warmth, and a unique narrative. An original artwork has the power to elevate your interior design, creating a focal point that engages the eye and adds emotion. It also holds the promise of becoming a cherished heirloom, appreciating in both sentimental and monetary value over time.
“Each work you purchase at this exhibition supports an artist in pursuing their passion and craft,” said Adebanji Alade, President of the ROI. “Acquiring an original oil painting is more than a transaction; it is an investment in beauty, creativity, and the enduring power of art.”
Summers Haidee
Image courtesy of Royal Institute of Oil Painters
The ROI Annual Exhibition is renowned for showcasing both emerging talent and established ROI member artists. This means the exhibition caters for various budgets and tastes. Last year, prices ranged from a surprisingly accessible £500 to £10,000.
Founded in 1882, the Royal Institute of Oil Painters is dedicated to promoting and exhibiting the highest standards in oil painting. This annual exhibition continues this legacy, providing a platform for artists to display their mastery of this versatile medium.
Royal Institute of Oil Painters: EAT opens on the 28th of November, 2024 until the 14th of December 2024 at Mall Galleries
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