The idea of Arcadia has long fascinated artists. It has connections with a rural idyll, a bucolic past, escape to the country, or a rural utopia. These are all ideas that are relevant to our programme here at Oriel Davies. The idea of transformation is something else that fascinates us. Blodeuwedd symbolises transformation within the natural and magical worlds. Here we create a woodland, a space for contemplation and making things change.
Immerse yourself in Arcadia.
The exhibition features work by:
Efa Blosse-Mason & Hanan Issa | Andrea Gilpin | Gemma Green Hope | Lewis Prosser | Layla Robinson | Seán Vicary
Visiting Us
You are welcome to drop in to visit us during our opening hours, however there may be a queue if we are at capacity.
Please see additional venue information (below) for Neurodiverse Visitors
We therefore advise using our Free booking system to avoid queuing and book a 1-hour timed visiting slot.
The gallery is open:
Tuesday - Saturday 10-4
Cafe closes at 3
Except for special events
Closed bank holidays
Please note:
The space contains multiple monitors playing animated films. The sounds are deliberately low to suggest a murmur in the space. You can request that sound be turned up or down.
The space also contains smells of dried herbs, flowers and natural materials. This is part of the immersive experience.
As with all of our exhibitions, we are happy to lower light levels during your visit. If you would like a low light experience please call us in advance and we’ll do our best to meet your needs.
