Upcoming Exhibitions
KABUKI
Following on our tradition of yearly Japanese woodblock print exhibitions we are excited to announce our 3rd edition, KABUKI !
The Japanese Woodblock print collection at Gray Area is part of the personal collection of Martin and Kenza Gray. A collection that was born out of one ‘by chance purchase’, Kenza and her father began to collect pieces and have over many years built a large collection spanning a huge mixture of artists, styles and subjects. Each piece was collected not with the purpose of building a certain collection but instead for the love of each individual piece!
Kabuki refers to the theatre of Kabuki which was hugely popular in the Edo period and features in many woodblock prints within the collection. This exhibition will highlight prints in the collection featuring Kabuki scenes or famous actors alongside much more such as landscapes and manga pages! Head to the gallery next month to visit one of our most popular yearly shows and see works on display and for sale by masters such as Hokusai, Hiroshige, Kunisada and many many more!
Opening evening November 20th 7-9 pm
Open daily Nov 21st - 29th (10-5pm)
Past Exhibitions
Duality
From our open call, 34 artists were selected to be part of this amazing summer group exhibition. From textiles, ceramics and metalwork to paintings, printmaking and drawings, the show celebrated an exciting range of mediums, styles and perspectives. Whether you're discovering a new favourite artist or searching for the perfect piece, there's something here to capture every eye and certainly spark conversation, make sure to view the exhibition catalogue !
August 2026
Generation Gray
Generation Gray brought together the six artists represented by the gallery: Harriet Atkinson, Dan Bloodworth, Caitlin Flood-Molyneux, Daniel Franklin, Kenza Gray, and Mark Mann. These are the artists that are at the heart of our programme, emerging talents who are creating strong works and that we believe are truly ones to watch!
The exhibition offered an exciting opportunity to discover the latest work from each artist, showcasing the direction of their current practice while highlighting the distinct voices that define the gallery.
July 2026
Sublime Anecdotes
Sublime Anecdotes brought together two painters who celebrate the quiet, mundane and beautiful everyday life. Daniel Franklin’s oil paintings capture suspended moments suggesting a larger, unseen narrative, whilst his muted palette and delicate handling of form create scenes that feel intimate and psychologically charged. In contrast, Sam Hennig’s instinctive approach foregrounds the materiality of painting itself, using texture, colour, and text to evoke both tenderness and unease. The exhibition placed their works together contrasting their form and highlighting the similarities in their subjects.
April 2026
Landmark
This exhibition will portray Norfolk through the richness and diversity of five local artists across an interesting range of media. From painting to woodwork, this is an exhibition that will immerse you into Norfolk through the artists's eyes.
February 2026
SLOW SEASON
An exhibition inspired by the downtime of the tattoo world where bookings slow down offering artists time to focus on their artistic practices. Featuring Lacey Law, Jayke Halls, Corvidae, Jed Desbrow, Benjamin Gillard, Sunaina Patel and Harry Newman this exhibition is set to be a diverse celebration of self expression beyond tattooing.
November 2025
Tactile
TACTILE showcased the incredible work of 4 textile artists: Lizzie Kimbley, Charlotte Wakefield, Alice Liptrot and Dianne Randle.
This exhibition was a vibrant exploration of textiles, blending traditional techniques with innovative approaches that push creative boundaries.
October 2025
Nishiki-e
Nishiki-e was our 2nd Woodblock Prints exhibition. The exhibition brought a whole new group of prints from the Gray Collection to the gallery. The main focus of this exhibition was to display prints that shown best the colors of prints !
September 2025
IN THE GREY AREA
Contemporary exhibition under the form of a summer group show, from our open call under the theme IN THE GREY AREA. This diverse & intriguing exhibition showcased over 40 artists pushing boundaries with various style of art !
August 2025
VERDURE
Verdure was a bold exhibition by Mark Mann which delved into the complex interplay between Queer love and the garden as a space for both sanctuary and concealment. In this solo show Mark’s works took over the gallery and allowed the viewer to contemplate the overlooked beauty of Queer expression.
June/July 2025
CURSIVE
Displaying a mix of media from ceramics to paintings, this exhibition brought Marion's body of works into an immersive display that was a show stealer !
April 2025
A Room of One's Own - at The Museum of Classical Archaeology in Cambridge
Solo show of Mark Mann, curated by the Gray Area Gallery team at the Museum of Classical Archaeology in Cambridge.
January to April 2025
The 1 YEAR Show
Celebration of the gallery's first year with this exhibition presenting our 4 represented artists : Dan Bloodworth, Daniel Franklin, Kenza Gray and Mark Mann
May/April 2025
OUTLORE
This duo show featured the artworks of the two emerging artists Dan Bloodworth and Caitlin Flood-Molyneux. Showcasing brand new works by both artists, it was a bold and energetic exhibition, proving why both artists are regarded as 'ones to watch'. The artists are inspired by folk art and western culture, however, by drawing on their personal memories and lives, they both have a unique and distinctive style.
February/March 2025
VIEW/ENQUIRE in 'all artists' : Dan Bloodworth ; Caitlin Flood-Molyneux
Distance Between
Solo show of Benjamin Alden's figurative artworks
Regarding DISTANCE BETWEEN Benjamin stated: ‘Ultimately, I want my work to offer viewers a moment of introspection and curiosity, and for them to consider their relationship to themselves and the spaces they inhabit.’
November 2024
RAPTURE
Solo show of Surrealist portrait artist Sophie Duez’s artworks.
Rapture showcased the detailed and intricate artworks of Duez, who brings the grotesque and unusual to the foreground of her works.
October 2024
UKIYO
UKIYO displayed a private collection of mostly Edo period ukiyo-e prints from Japan. In the exhibition the masters of this medium were on display alongside lesser known names, displaying a wide range of subjects and scenes
September 2024
IN BLOOM
In Bloom showcased emerging artist Grace E.J. Wiggins 'Growth' Series, the exhibition IN BLOOM brought a striking body of abstract artworks together demonstrating art as an expression of strength and vulnerability.
July 2024
KALLOS
Kallos was a mixed medium exhibition exploring understandings of beauty and desire within the male-on-male gaze.
The exhibition showcased the thought provoking and striking works of four contemporary artists: Radek Husak, Mark Mann, Arlo Lawton and Daniel Franklin.
May / June 2024
WOUNDED
Wounded was Gray Area Gallery's first ever exhibition and marked the launch of the gallery. The exhibition displayed Kenza Gray's shot series and displayed ceramics as it has never been seen before.
March 2024
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