Joanne Wishart Gallery — Attraction in North Tyneside

We have enjoyed looking at Joanne's paintings of local scenes and birds for a few years now. We love the colours and they always brighten up our day. She has just opened this new art gallery right beside Cullercoats Metro and it is well worth a look. We did visit her old workshop and met her lovely husband at a few art festivals. We were always made to feel valued even though we weren't looking to buy an original piece of work. As well as the paintings and other art work there is a range of cards, cushions, mugs etc to suit a range of budgets. We are hoping to buy a "proper" painting this year so we...

I only found this gallery today as I was passing nearby. The paintings in the window drew me in .. colourful, quirky and showing local scenes. I had to go in to investigate. I spoke to Joanne's husband, who was most helpful. The paintings are brilliant. For anybody who wants a painting of a local scene, this is the place to go. The quirky, colourful style is very impressive. Good...

Joanne's use of colour and style captures the people and places of the North East with a character that is her own while also reflecting the uniqueness of her surroundings. Joanne's love for the area is evident in the spirit and soul that she conveys through her work, while her uplifting and vibrant interpretation of our beautiful coastline is brimming with her personal warmth...