Callaghan's of Shrewsbury Art

Framed Size: 20" x 18" Thomas Bossard’s 'At the Museum' is a beautifully understated observation of quiet contemplation and the peculiar rituals of gallery-going. In this elegant co...

Framed Size: 46" x 38" Thomas Bossard’s 'Free Therapy Session' is a quietly humorous and subtly surreal exploration of contemplation, culture, and human vulnerability. Set within th...

A stunning Nude Bronze Sculpture 'Rapunzel' with inspiration taken from the German fairytale. Continuing a successful career in England and Ireland, Carl joined Callaghan Fine Paintings and Works of Art at the beginning of 2004 in order to dedicate his time to create and develop stunning individual contemporary sculpture. Carl is a Staffordshire based sculptor for whom art has played a large part in his academic work taking him through the Burslem School of Art, the Henry Doulton School of Sculpture and then to Stafford College. After qualifying in Figurative Sculpture he launched his career with commission after commission, which has now secured his reputation for fine quality workmanship both in life-size format and smaller decorative pieces. The list of his completed commissioned work is extensive, including many ‘house-hold’ names from the sporting world, commerce and the past. The following are just some of the private and publicly commissioned completed works that form Carl’s prestigious portfolio:- King George 5th and Queen Mary – life size portrait buste commissioned by Cunards Cruise Ships and located in the ballroom of the Queen Mary 2 (QM2) cruise ship. Randolph Turpin – life size and a quarter - commissioned by Warwick and Leamington Spa Council located in Warwick Town Centre, Sir Stanley Matthews – life size and a half - commissioned by the Sir Stanley Matthews Foundation located at The Britannia Stadium. The Stadium of Light - life size group of figures – commissioned by Sunderland Football Club...

Edition of 12 'Pottering Otter' is a solid Bronze sculpture with a stunning life like qualities. Being a life-size piece Smith has captured every last detail and given this wonderf...

Framed Size: 31" x 47" - Signed lower left This impressive oil on canvas by Tony Forrest portrays an African buffalo, painted during a trip to Kenya. Dappled sunlight animates the ...

Framed Size: 18" x 14" - Signed lower right This oil painting on canvas by Tony Forrest depicts a young orangutan nestled among forest shrubbery, its rich ginger-red fur standing ou...

Framed Size: 28" x 30" - Signed lower right This photorealist oil painting on canvas by Tony Forrest depicts one of the offspring of Arrowhead, the celebrated tigress of Ranthambor...

Framed Size: 25" x 47" - Signed lower right “Solidarity” is a realistic zebra painting by wildlife artist Tony Forrest, depicting a group of plains zebras in Kenya’s Maasai Mara. Ba...

Framed size: 32" x 48" - Signed lower right “Rings of Bright Water” by Tony Forrest is a striking wildlife painting depicting Maya, the celebrated tigress known as the “Queen of Tad...

Framed Size: 36" x 30" Geoffrey Key’s 'The Station' is a compelling and architecturally charged composition that transforms an everyday urban setting into a dynamic study of struct...

Framed Size: 30.5" x 26.5" Geoffrey Key’s Rhythm is a vibrant and energetic composition that celebrates the expressive power of music through the artist’s unmistakable modernist sty...

Framed Size: 36" x 54" Geoffrey Key’s 'Sunlit Valley' is a radiant and deeply atmospheric landscape that captures the artist’s extraordinary ability to reinterpret the natural world...

Framed Size: 35" x 31" Geoffrey Key’s 'Sea and Sand' is a striking example of the artist’s instantly recognisable visual language - a powerful fusion of modernist structure, express...

Framed Size: 22" x 19" Geoffrey Key’s 'The White Collar' is a commanding and intensely expressive portrait that exemplifies the artist’s celebrated fusion of figurative painting and...

Framed size: 22.5" x 25.5" Afternoon Provence by Maximilien Luce is a luminous landscape painted with the vibrant, broken brushstrokes characteristic of Post-Impressionism and Divis...

Framed size: 39" x 47" - Signed 'Montezin' bottom right A Summer’s Afternoon by Pierre Montezin is a warm, idyllic rural scene painted in Montezin’s signature late-Impressionist sty...

'Majestic Hare' is a solid Bronze sculpture with a stunning life like qualities. Being a unique large piece, Smith has captured every last detail and given this wonderful sculpture ...

'Sir Humphrey' by Tobias Martin is a Solid Bronze Animal Sculpture. The beautiful patina is what brings these sculptures to life and gives each one a character. Tobias Martin was bo...

Edition of 12 For Benson Landes, sculpture was most definitely a passion. His oeuvre of cast bronzes is populated with ‘off duty’ ballet dancers, rather wistful women, often caught in moments of solitary repose. Such an obvious appreciation of the grace and elegance of the female form was, no doubt, heightened by 25 years spent in the couture business, which Benson entered at the age of 14. The sculptor admitted that his time as an apprentice at his father’s clothing workroom and factory was given rather reluctantly, as he always harbored desires to become an artist. The young boy’s sense of responsibility was clearly equal to his creativity, though, as Benson knuckled down and learned the family trade. At the age of 18, however, a 2 year conscription to the RAF provided one of the few opportunities for Benson to experience artistic freedom. The possibilities of otherwise unobtainable materials such as pastels, paper, perspex and plaster of paris fuelled his ingenuity at the base’s well-stocked workshop. On completion of his RAF service, Benson briefly returned to the clothing factory...

'Meditation' is a tasteful and demure nude of a ballet dancer. The poise and elegance of the dancer are exquisite! For Benson Landes, sculpture was most definitely a passion. His oeuvre of cast bronzes is populated with ‘off duty’ ballet dancers, rather wistful women, often caught in moments of solitary repose. Such an obvious appreciation of the grace and elegance of the female form was, no doubt, heightened by 25 years spent in the couture business, which Benson entered at the age of 14. The sculptor admitted that his time as an apprentice at his father’s clothing workroom and factory was given rather reluctantly, as he always harbored desires to become an artist. The young boy’s sense of responsibility was clearly equal to his creativity, though, as Benson knuckled down and learned the family trade. At the age of 18, however, a 2 year conscription to the RAF provided one of the few opportunities for Benson to experience artistic freedom. The possibilities of otherwise unobtainable materials such as pastels, paper, perspex and plaster of paris fuelled his ingenuity at the base’s well-stocked workshop. On completion of his RAF service, Benson briefly returned to the clothing factory now owned by his father. After his marriage to Ruth at 21, in an effort to provide for his new wife, Benson decided to set up his own business. Starting with a single sewing machine and tailoress, Benson and Ruth soon expanded the business. By the 1970s they employed over 50 staff and supplied to prestigious stores such as Dickens & Jones and Harrods. As the decade progressed, however, fashion turned towards less structured, more casual garments; a trend that prompted Benson to retire and spend time with his first love, sculpture. Buoyed by the liberty he enjoyed in his studio, Benson succeeded in selling some of his first pieces of sculpture, a collection of sporting trophies shown at the 1981 Open Golf Championship, to Garrards, the Crown Jewellers. This success quickly brought important contacts and new commissions. Benson always maintained that being able to work as a sculptor is a unique privilege. Usually in the company of a model, he often worked in the studio against the soothing background of classical music. Indeed, now eminently collectable, Benson’s work provided much comfort after the death of Ruth. Benson said that the things that mattered in life are those of beauty; he truly believed that romance and elegance are necessary shields to what he saw as the sometimes too hurried manner of life today. Benson sadly passed away in the autumn of 2013. Solid Bronze Ballet Dancer...

Edition of 25 'Dancer Resting on Barre' is an elegant yet sensual sculpture. Landes' skill at conveying a sense of ease and confidence of the dancers is impeccable - this piece would be a fantastic addition to any collection. For Benson Landes, sculpture was most definitely a passion. His oeuvre of cast bronzes is populated with ‘off duty’ ballet dancers, rather wistful women, often caught in moments of solitary repose. Such an obvious appreciation of the grace and elegance of the female form was, no doubt, heightened by 25 years spent in the couture business, which Benson entered at the age of 14. The sculptor admitted that his time as an apprentice at his father’s clothing workroom and factory was given rather reluctantly, as he always harbored desires to become an artist. The young boy’s sense of responsibility was clearly equal to his creativity, though, as Benson knuckled down and learned the family trade. At the age of 18, however, a 2 year conscription to the RAF provided one of the few opportunities for Benson to experience artistic freedom. The possibilities of otherwise unobtainable materials such as pastels, paper, perspex and plaster of paris fuelled his ingenuity at the base’s well-stocked workshop. On completion of his RAF service, Benson briefly returned to the clothing factory now owned by his father. After his marriage to Ruth at 21, in an effort to provide for his new wife, Benson decided to set up his own business. Starting with a single sewing machine and tailoress, Benson and Ruth soon expanded the business. By the 1970s they employed over 50 staff and supplied to prestigious stores such as Dickens & Jones and Harrods. As the decade progressed, however, fashion turned towards less structured, more casual garments; a trend that prompted Benson to retire and spend time with his first love, sculpture. Buoyed by the liberty he enjoyed in his studio, Benson succeeded in selling some of his first pieces of sculpture, a collection of sporting trophies shown at the 1981 Open Golf Championship, to Garrards, the Crown Jewellers. This success quickly brought important contacts and new commissions. Benson always maintained that being able to work as a sculptor is a unique privilege. Usually in the company of a model, he often worked in the studio against the soothing background of classical music. Indeed, now eminently collectable, Benson’s work provided much comfort after the death of Ruth. Benson said that the things that mattered in life are those of beauty; he truly believed that romance and elegance are necessary shields to what he saw as the sometimes too hurried manner of life today. Benson sadly passed away in the autumn of 2013. Solid Bronze Figurative Ballet Sculpture...

Edition of 25 'Dancer Standing Resting en Barre' by Benson Landes is a stunning 21st Century Solid Bronze Nude Figurative Ballet Dancer. For Benson Landes, sculpture was most definitely a passion. His oeuvre of cast bronzes is populated with ‘off duty’ ballet dancers, rather wistful women, often caught in moments of solitary repose. Such an obvious appreciation of the grace and elegance of the female form was, no doubt, heightened by 25 years spent in the couture business, which Benson entered at the age of 14. The sculptor admitted that his time as an apprentice at his father’s clothing workroom and factory was given rather reluctantly, as he always harbored desires to become an artist. The young boy’s sense of responsibility was clearly equal to his creativity, though, as Benson knuckled down...

Edition of 25. Olympiad by Benson Landes. A bronze sculpture of a ballerina, crouched in a moment of rest, captures both poise and introspection. The sculptor portrays the dancer wi...

Framed size: 38" x 50.5" n this lush watercolour, British artist Alan Halliday brings to life the tranquil beauty of Jardin Majorelle, a famed garden in Marrakech once owned by Yves...

Framed size: 28" x 36" ‘From the Daniele, Venice’ by Alan Halliday offers striking interpretation of the Venetian landscape as seen from the perspective of Hotel Danieli. Through swe...

Framed size: 31" x 39" A vivid oil painting, Yachts at St Tropez captures the vibrant energy and colour of the French Riviera. With bold, impasto brushstrokes and a striking palette...

Framed Size: 40" x 28" 'Resplendent' by Ben Waddams is a Contemporary Realist Wildlife oil painting of a pink Flamingo - a striking celebration of elegance, colour and quiet strength. In this captivating portrait, Ben Waddams turns his attention to one of nature’s most iconic birds, presenting the flamingo with remarkable dignity and poise. Set against a deep, velvety black background, the bird emerges almost sculpturally from the darkness, its delicate pink plumage glowing with a luminous intensity. Waddams demonstrates an extraordinary understanding of his subject, capturing every subtle variation in feather texture while avoiding unnecessary embellishment. The graceful curve of the flamingo’s neck forms an elegant compositional arc, drawing the viewer’s eye through the painting and emphasising the bird’s natural refinement. The pale, penetrating eye creates a powerful focal point, lending the subject a sense of awareness and individuality. The contrast between the richly coloured plumage and the dark surrounding space heightens the drama of the composition. By isolating the flamingo from its environment, Waddams encourages us to appreciate its beauty in its purest form, transforming a familiar species into a timeless and almost regal presence. His mastery of oil paint allows the intricate feather patterns to shimmer with life, balancing precision with painterly sensitivity. A celebrated wildlife artist known for his intimate studies of the natural world, Waddams seeks to create “windows into nature,” capturing moments of stillness before life resumes. Resplendent achieves this beautifully, offering a portrait that is both serene and commanding, and a powerful reminder of the extraordinary beauty found within the animal kingdom. Ben Waddams is a British wildlife artist living and working in Shropshire. Originally from Buckinghamshire, South East England, Ben has lived in the States for many years on several different occasions and traveled in search of exotic wildlife...

'A Moments Rest' by Ben Waddams is a Contemporary Realist Wildlife oil painting of a Kingfisher perched on a branch - it captures one of nature’s most enchanting birds in a rare paus...

Framed Size: 36" x 24" Ben Waddams’ 'Old Nog the Heron' is an elegant and atmospheric portrait of one of Britain’s most distinctive wetland birds. Perched quietly upon a weathered p...

Framed Size: 25.5" x 21.5" Ben Waddams’ 'Reedbed Refuge' is a beautifully serene portrayal of a kingfisher resting amongst tall reeds and cattails, capturing the quiet stillness of ...

Framed Size: 26.5" x 46" Ben Waddams’ 'Reflections' is a beautifully tranquil study of an otter gliding effortlessly through calm water, capturing a fleeting moment of quiet connect...

Framed Size: 17" x 16" 'Fox' is a captivating portrait of one of Britain’s most iconic and admired woodland inhabitants. In this intimate study, Ben Waddams focuses entirely on the ...

Framed Size: 19" x 19" 'Target Acquired' is a thrilling and beautifully executed study of speed, precision and instinct. In this dramatic composition, Ben Waddams captures a kingfis...

Framed size: 29" x 50" 'The Glorious Grouse' is a magnificent celebration of the British uplands, combining dramatic landscape painting with Ben Waddams’ exceptional ability to capt...

Edition of 25 A beautiful bronze sculpture of a Little Grayling by Richard Smith, finished with a mottled green and brown patina, beautifully captures the delicate charm of this smal...

Edition of 25 A bronze sculpture of a Seated Partridge, patinated in mottled brown with delicate specks of white, captures the quiet dignity and subtle charm of this iconic game bird...

Edition of 12 'Otter in Pursuit' by Richard Smith. A bronze sculpture of an otter diving, finished with a smooth, tactile surface and a mottled brown patina flecked with speckled w...

'Lying Fox' by Richard Smith. Edition of 12. A bronze sculpture of a lying fox, finished with a mottled brown and white speckled patina, beautifully captures the quiet poise and cha...

Edition of 12. Taking it Easy by Richard Smith. A bronze sculpture of a crouching hare, finished with a mottled brown patina and speckles of white, captures the animal in a moment o...

'Horse Mushroom' is a stunningly elegant Bronze sculpture of a British Mushroom in Nature. The patina you see is what makes this piece so lifelike, rarely seen in bronze today. On ...

Edition of 20 A bronze sculpture of a Curlew by Richard Smith, with its beak angled downward conveys both elegance and serenity, embodying the essence of this distinctive wader. The ...

Edition of 12 Contemporary Bronze sculpture of a Cock Pheasant by Richard Smith. The patina enriches the work with depth and vibrancy. Warm browns and golden highlights evoke the ph...

Edition of 12 'What Me?' by Richard Smith, the hare’s form is sturdy yet refined, its lean body poised in quiet readiness. The long ears rise attentively, slightly asymmetrical, as...

'Pintail Drake' is a Bronze sculpture full of personality. Richard Smith conveys so much character in such simple lines, exemplifying a truly wonderful talent. The fantastic richly d...

'Teal' by Richard Smith is a beautifully understated bronze sculpture that captures the quiet elegance and timeless character of one of Britain’s most familiar waterfowl. Reduced to ...

Framed size: 22.5" x 26.5" - Signed bottom right This evocative impressionist painting portrays a bustling harbour scene, with fishing or sailing boats gently bobbing on calm waters...

Framed Size: 28" x 38" - Signed DMcintyre bottom left McIntyre’s Porthscatho captures the quiet rhythm of a Cornish fishing village, its boats drawn up onto the shore at low tide. Th...

Framed size: 28.5" x 32" - Signed bottom right 'G. Deschamps' Morning Activities by Gabriel Deschamps unfolds in a tranquil Provençal setting at first light. Soft pastel hues, mists...

Framed size: 19.5" x 22.5" - Signed bottom left Between Us is a charming oil painting depicting two young girls seated closely on a sandy Scottish beach. Their figures - rendered wi...

Framed Size: 15.5" x 25.5" - Signed bottom left 'C.Venard' Circa 1942 Provenance: Private Collection, Miami Claude Venard’s 'Boats in the Harbour' is a refined and atmospheric int...

Framed size: 23" x 27" - Signed lower right 'Halliday' ‘Ier Mai’ captures the vibrant energy of a floral arrangement through Alan Halliday’s expressive handling of colour and moveme...

‘The Spanish Garden at the Villa Ephrussi’ is a vibrant depiction of one of the famed villa’s meticulously designed gardens on the French Riviera. The painting captures the Mediterra...

Framed size: 35" x 47" The Pond at Jardin Majorelle by Alan Halliday is a vibrant, expressive painting that captures the lush beauty of the famous Moroccan garden. The incredibly vi...

Halliday captures the spirit of a French novelist’s cherished home, a place of literary and artistic inspiration. The dining table, central to the composition, exudes warmth and hist...

Framed Size: 52" x 65" - Signed bottom right 'C.Venard' French painter Claude Venard frequently incorporated familiar domestic objects into his compositions, arranging them within ...

Framed Size: 34" x 40" - Signed bottom right 'C.Venard' Claude Venard’s La Femme sur la Plage is a vibrant and expressive composition that distils the figure into a dynamic arrangem...

Framed Size: 21" x 24" - signed bottom right 'C.Venard' Claude Venard’s 'Le Petit Déjeuner' is a wonderfully intimate and structured still life that transforms the quiet ritual of b...

Framed size: 31" x 39" - Signed 'Bouvard' bottom right 'The Grand Canal' by Antoine Bouvard Snr is a captivating celebration of Venice at its most romantic and atmospheric. Bathed i...

Framed Size: 21" x 17.5" - Signed bottom left C.Venard Circa 1950 Provenance: Private Collection, New York Claude Venard’s Le Damier is a richly layered still life that demonstrates ...

Framed Size: 15.5" x 13.5" - Signed bottom right C. Venard This piece is unusual due to its small size and would make a lovely addition to any collection. 'White Water Jug' is a str...