Welcome to Saffron Gallery of Art Ltd
Saffron Gallery of Art Ltd (formerly Gudsell Gallery) is now under the ownership and direction of Rosemary and Dale Walden.
The Gallery is situated at 300 Hilton Highway in the Ken Wills complex on the main North & South Highway on the North side of Washdyke, Timaru.
The main emphasis of the gallery is to provide an inviting and stimulating experience in a very light and relaxing environment.
The gallery exhibits a selection of quality art works and a small selection of limited edition prints.
As new owners Rosemary and Dale acknowledge the need to maintain the highest quality in art yet endeavour to provide art at a range of prices. There will be a piece of art to suit most tastes and price levels.
Clients can be assured that there will always be something new to see and new artists work will be encouraged. Rosemary and Dale source works from a selection of local and New Zealand renowned artists – some have singled out the gallery as the only avenue for their work.
We welcome you to the gallery, come in and enjoy the experience and leave your address, phone number and email so that we can provide you with information on new works and artists.
Rosemary and Dale are proud to say we are South Cantabrians however when it comes to which rugby team they support that might be another matter.
Dale is an NZX Advisor and branch manager for one of New Zealands largest retail sharebroking and investment advising company with over 24 years experience in the investment field. Dale is also chairman of a local Charitable Trust and committee member and position holder both past and present of a number of cultural, sporting and educational groups.
Rosemary has a clerical, rest home background. Recently she decided on a career change now that the children are off to university and will be the day-to-day manager.
Rosemary and Dale have always had an interest in art and continually work on adding value to their collection. Highlights of their overseas experience have been the Van Gogh museum, the Rijks museum and a number of other major European galleries.
Of particular interest to them is the quality local and New Zealand artists who exhibit tremendous talent.
Another major service provided by the gallery is framing. We are able to assist in all aspects of framing, conservation and restoration work. All materials used are CONSERVATION Quality.
At Saffron Gallery, our vision is to offer a fresh approach to the art market in New Zealand. We value our artists, and undertake to provide them with a positive, supportive environment.
We focus on education and knowledge of the art market whilst offering an honest, professional service to clients and ensuring artists a fair income for the sale of their work.
Our goals are:
· to make quality NZ art accessible to more people
· to enhance the enjoyment and appreciation of art in all its diverse forms
· to cultivate long term, rewarding relationships with both artists and our clients.
Our Gallery offers an extensive range of contemporary New Zealand fine art from a range of artists at differing stages of career development. As well as offering high-quality original artworks for viewing and sale. We also have a variety of additional services which include:
· comprehensive restoration service
· framing to Conservation and Museum standard
· art Sourcing and consultations
· commission Brokering and Artists Demonstrations
· art delivery and installation
· art Valuation
· art ‘on approval’
· lay-by
· domestic & International freight
· gift services
· exhibitions
“Quality framing completes an artwork; it can enhance or spoil your precious memories and valuable originals so it is important to get it right, first time.”