Comments from Mini Gallery™ shoppers (2005)
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Mini Gallery™ gives you the opportunity to buy art directly from talented contemporary artists. (Annual membership is all-inclusive for the artists so they are not charged a commission fee on art sales.)
We receive many comments from happy shoppers via the form on this page and our artists have also passed on some comments:
"Thanks so much for 'Huge Heart of Gold' Katy! It is truly stunning and perfect for the long-bare wall in our bedroom. It arrived just in time for Xmas too - thanks for getting it to us so quickly."
Ros, Hertford 29/12/2005 [painting by Katy Bason-Healey]
"I have just bought a painting for my wife by Katy Bason-Healey. It's a Christmas present and I'm sure she will be delighted with it. Thanks."
Paul Freegard 23/12/2005
"Your painting 'Red Lilies II' has just arrived. Thanks once again. I have not removed the bubble wrap yet as I want to keep it on to transport across London later but it looks fantastic even through the bubbles, I'm sure my girlfriend will be thrilled. Have a great Christmas and a happy & healthy new year."
Dan, Wimbledon 22/12/2005 [painting by Stella Dunkley]
"I desperately wanted a picture of my 4 dogs and was frantically searching your web site for what I felt was the best of the best. Giles Illsley, you are the BEST! I am and always will be in awe of your work. Thank you so so much for doing my dogs justice."
Nikki Grey 21/12/2005
"The painting ['The Deep' by Stella Dunkley] has arrived and is stunning. I really appreciate your help with the delivery arrangements. My friend loves the artwork and thinks it must have cost a fortune. Many thanks and best wishes for Christmas and the New Year."
Tracy, Newcastle Upon Tyne 21/12/2005
"We ordered 'Squible' from Katy Bason-Healey last week. Arrived promptly and very happy with the painting. It was a wedding present for someone - however we are feeling reluctant to let it go! Thanks again."
John Clinkenbeard 18/12/2005
"Painting arrived safely ['Soleil V' by Stella Dunkley] and my daughter was delighted. Thank you."
Jane Sik 12/12/2005
"I received a brief message from my daughter to say the painting ['Holiday in a Tropical Paradise' by Hazel Semple] had arrived safely and that she was delighted with it - thank you for your very efficient service."
Jane Sik 07/12/2005
"Delighted with my paintings 'As The Moroccans Do' and 'Sheltered Doorway' by Jo Sheppard. Also the steady contact with up to date progress of paintings and delivery was excellent and the packaging first class! Will keep an eye on Jo's future works."
Linda Whittet 07/12/2005
"The prints arrived this morning in perfect condition so I thank you for the excellent packaging. I have just re-decorated my bedroom so out with the old and in with the new and the prints will take pride of place in there. Again many thanks, and it's a pleasure doing business with you.”
Vinnie Jacobs, Leicester 06/12/2005 [set of Musical prints by Susanne Clark]
"The painting is wonderful ['Hope Floats' by Stella Dunkley]. It is a Christmas present and I can't wait to see the reaction of the recipient - I'm sure he'll love it."
Rachel, London 03/12/2005
"Just a note to say thank you for 'Kasbah' which arrived safely today. I absolutely love the textures and colours you have used and it goes perfectly in the space I had in mind for it. I wish you every success and look forward to buying more work from you in the future."
Amanda, Liverpool 01/12/2005 [painting by Stella Dunkley]
"Just wanted to say a big thank you for the painting 'Into the Night' [by Stella Dunkley]. We've just completed the renovation of our sitting room, and this painting against our feature wall really brings the room together. It's quite dramatic, but warm at the same time. We'll enjoy spending lots more time here."
Janine, London 27/11/2005
"I purchased Angela Lloyd's 'Blue Pomegranate' painting from the Mini Gallery North charity auction. It is the first painting I have from a fellow Mini Gallery artist and I am thrilled with it. The colours are lovely and I can't wait to get it framed and on my wall!"
Andrea Farmer 23/11/2005
"I have received my order ['Stained Glass Leaves' by Hazel Semple] and am very pleased with it. I adore the autumnal colours and will certainly visit your website again."
Christine Bishop 22/11/2005
"Thank you ever so much to Susanne Clark for her beautiful print 'Cello Babe' which arrived perfectly packaged over the weekend. I was very excited to unwrap it (early Christmas!) and look forward to getting a frame soon. I bought it as a little treat for myself and I absolutely love it!"
Hazel, Southampton 21/11/2005
"The service we received from yourselves was amazing - efficient and timely. Many thanks to Stella for our fabulous painting ['On the River' by Stella Dunkley] and great service."
Natasha Nowak 21/11/2005
"Picked up picture ['Sheltered Doorway' by Jo Sheppard] yesterday from the post office. It arrived unharmed and I am very happy with it. Thanks very much."
Hef 20/11/2005
"We have just received the painting 'River Reflections' by Stella Dunkley and it is fabulous. Just as we expected and will look great in our living room. We shall definitely be using Mini Gallery again. Great personal service from Stella as well."
Jeremy, Essex 17/11/2005
"Just to advise that the painting ['Summer Haze' by Stella Dunkley] was delivered on Wednesday. We put it up over the weekend and are very pleased with it indeed. Thanks for the excellent service and we will definitely be looking at another painting in the future."
Samantha and Brian, Essex 14/11/2005
"I purchased 'Far From the Madding Crowd' by John Rawsterne, this beautiful work is now hanging in my living room, the colours and depth are amazing, a great talent vividly representing an intriguing image. If you're looking for something different I definitely recommend this artist."
David, Coventry 11/11/2005
"I purchased a print, 'Passion Flower' from Karen O'Neill. I found the website very easy to use. Most of all Karen's personal courtesy in the e-mail exchange which followed was most encouraging in making a return visit."
Paul Charlton 11/11/2005
"Just to let you know 'Ciel de Cafe II' [by Stella Dunkley] arrived safe and sound in Spain and is in situ. We'd like another for the other wall that is possibly a tryptich, similar in colouring though not identical. We are also looking for something for our bedroom, thanks again for all your help. We love the painting and have had lots of compliments."
H. Fox, Middlesex 10/11/2005
"I received my amazing painting ['Beware of the Dog' by Anna Conversano] this morning. Wow! It's great!! Thank you."
Emma Keane 10/11/2005
"I've opened it ['Abstract Shapes' by Jo Sheppard] and I like it a lot! But then I knew I would given how much much I like the other two!"
Sarah Moynihan 02/11/2005
"Thank you for the picture ['Autumn Sun II' by Stella Dunkley] we received it today as promised it is everything we expected and more. We will not hesitate to view your gallery if we need any more pictures like 'Autumn Sun II' and when we position the picture I will send you a photograph."
Peter Gornall, Cheshire 26/10/05
"The painting ['Indian Summer' by Stella Dunkley] is in my dining room above the fireplace and looks great. My friends came for dinner on Saturday and were really impressed."
Tania Goodman, London 24/10/05
"I picked up the picture ['Life Buoy' by Carolyn Whittaker ] from the post office today, which arrived in perfect condition and is just as expected from the pictures on your website, so I am very delighted with it. It will look great in my house and its likeness to the original setting just minutes away makes it even more enjoyable."
Lorna Armstrong 19/10/2005
"I have bought many paintings through Mini Gallery as I love the fact that I am dealing direct with the artists, all of whom have been very helpful and friendly, the paintings are wonderful and the prices are very reasonable! The website itself is so easy to use and very addictive. I have recently introduced my mum to Mini Gallery (she bought 'Hidden Depths' by Paula Malloy and 'Tranquil Waters II' by Stella Dunkley) as well as my boyfriend's mum. It was her first experience of internet shopping and she loved it.
I also bought two of Stella Dunkley's pieces myself; 'Rivers Edge' and 'Ciel D'or V' - they were both fantastic and I couldn't decide between them so one was for a present and one was for me! Once I've cleared a little more space on my walls, and replenished my bank account, I'll be back."
Sarah Moynihan 14/10/2005
"I got the paintings ['Tulip I' and 'Tulip II' by Hazel Semple] today! ... They are fantastic, I am very pleased with them. Keep me updated about your new paintings."
Alfredo, Solihull, West Midlands 11/10/2005
"The paintings ['Ciel Rouge' and 'Solar' by Stella Dunkley] arrived safely. We are really pleased with them and I hung them straightaway. Thanks very much for your work!"
James Hall, Berkshire 05/10/2005
"'Red Wall' and 'Orange Wall' by Jo Sheppard are with us, safe, sound and superb. Beautiful pictures - many thanks.'
Jon 30/09/2005
"Just to let you know I received the painting from you on Friday morning ['Across the Fields to Hambleton' by Susan Shaw]. Thank you for sending it to me so promptly and carefully packaged up. It is a beautiful water colour in fact more so in real life than on screen. I'm putting the finishing touches to it by having it framed for my mum. I'm very excited about my mum's birthday and can't wait to give her the painting and to explain all about it. I had a look at the Mini Gallery web site and there is some beautiful scenery pictures you have captured, and in the next few months I too will be purchasing one of your works as they are so impressive and you should be very proud. Anyway thank you again and happy painting!"
Karen Carless 18/09/2005
"Many thanks for the painting ['Signposts' by Anne Twist] which arrived very safely. It is just beautiful - I love the colour combination and it looks very well on my orange painted walls!"
Geraldine, Dublin 15/09/2005
"Thanks for sending the painting ['Funky Love' by Judith Webb] so quickly. Me and my husband are over the moon with it, we used the last of our wedding money to purchase the painting which we will treasure, the only problem is, is deciding which room to put the painting in."
Jen, Swinton, Greater Manchester 14/09/2005
"We just bought 'Maelstrom Pending' by Judith Webb, and we are thrilled with it! It was our first anniversary present from my parents and our first piece of artwork. We love the colors and it looks great on our wall!"
Nora & Jed, Madison, Wisconsin, USA 12/09/2005
"I have recently purchased "I have Sunshine" from Dawn Hill. I am absolutely delighted with the pastel drawing. It is stunning, can't wait to get it framed and show it off. Many thanks Dawn for letting me have it. I will always treasure it. Excellent customer service, I am sure I will be back again."
Meryl Stephenson 11/09/2005
"I have indeed received the painting ['Wall Detail #2' by Jo Sheppard], in fact it arrived yesterday morning by the first post and I am delighted with it... Once again, thank you very much and I look forward to following your work!"
Andrea 07/09/2005
"Thanks for bringing the pictures ('Venetian Glass' and 'Venetian Glass # 2' by Jo Sheppard) down on Saturday, we had a play around with them when we got home and they're both perfect for the lounge... I'm sure we'll be checking out the site in future as we like more of the Venice themed paintings... Thanks again we're definitely happy with the purchases and it's saved a lot of squabbling as we both liked them immediately which is a first!!"
Paul & Josie 05/09/2005
"Jo Sheppard's 'The Bridge' is now proudly displayed in our dining room. The atmospheric quality, texture and subtlety of colours are remarkable, it is a work of art that is a joy to own."
Alan & Barbara Abercrombie, Surrey 04/09/2005
"I have just received 'Bombon' [by Anna Conversano] and I am absolutely delighted - love him!! Thank you so much."
Joanie Mallony 02/09/2005
"Our painting [a commission piece similar to 'Red Hot Sunset' by Judith Webb] has just been delivered and it is absolutely stunning. The real thing is infinitely superior to the on-screen version - it is truly perfect. I can't tell you how happy we are with our beautiful sunset, once framed it will take pride of place in our dining room. A million thank you's, it has been a complete pleasure doing business with you."
Jan and Doug Sims, Avock, Ross-shire 30/08/2005
"Thank you so much for the delivery so swiftly [a commission piece similar to 'Glorious Autumn Colours' by Judith Webb]. It's fantastic and exactly what we asked for. Your interpretation of our instructions was spot on."
Chris Casserley, Northwood, Middlesex on 19/08/2005
"Well it was my grandma’s party this weekend and I gave her the painting ['Pendle Hill from Downham' by Susan Shaw]. She was absolutely delighted with it and she knew the view exactly too. Thank you very much. I will check your website regularly and recommend you to friends. Keep painting!"
Bryony Taylor 15/08/2005
"As soon as I saw 'West Pier, Brighton and Hove' by Sonja VanderDol I knew I had to have it. The atmosphere captured in the print draws me in every time I look at it. It was therefore a bonus to find Sonja extremley friendly and totally professional. The print arrived in perfect condition and looks fantastic. Sonja has been a first class representative of a Mini Gallery artist. A pleasure at all times. Thank you."
Jenny Young 13/08/2005
"Just to let you know that I have just received your painting ['Staithes North Yorkshire' by Susan Shaw] and am absolutely delighted with it - and I am positive it will be the perfect gift. Thank you so much for your service - delivering a beautiful painting to me so quickly and well packaged. I will certainly keep an eye on your site for any other paintings in the future and would not hesitate to recommend you to others. No doubt I will be in touch again in the near future."
Viv Astbury 12/08/2005
"We were over the moon with the painting 'The Swans' by Stella Dunkley. The painting arrived on time and was packaged well and now has pride of place on our living room wall. We will certainly be purchasing more of Stella's work in the future...thanks again..."
John Lee 09/08/2005
"I recently purchased 'Wall Detail #5' by Jo Sheppard. Not only was I quite pleased with the painting itself, but Jo went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that there were no shipping nightmares while transferring the piece to the U.S. Very pleasant experience all in all."
Alex King 05/08/2005
"The picture of my Persian cat that Joanne Simpson drew was amazing. The likeness and quality of the drawing was second to none. After losing my much loved pet this was the closest thing that I could do to bring him back and Joanne managed that for me. Many many thanks, I highly recommend Joanne."
Emma Roscoe 02/08/2005
"Thank you very much for sending the painting ['Maison D'or' by Stella Dunkley ]. It arrived safely and looks absolutely brilliant. It goes just perfectly on our wall, and we are both delighted with it. It gives us a lot of enjoyment looking at it, and think that it must be wonderful to have a talent to paint as well as you. Keep up the good work! With many thanks indeed."
Nick and Julie Farmer 26/07/2005
"Just to say Dave opened the painting yesterday and was absolutely thrilled. He has chosen the spot in the lounge where he plans to hang it and kept saying 'what a special present'. Thank you again for your very swift response and for all your help. His 40th birthday present is definitely one he'll remember."
Kirstin Stansfield 18/07/2005 ['Choices' was commissioned from Gaynor Henaghan]
"Picture ['Snow on Pendle Hill' by Susan Shaw] received in perfect condition. Very pleased with the result."
Mike Thompson 10/07/2005
"We love the painting ['Plockton, Loch Carron' by Susan Shaw] - it arrived today safe and sound (you did a great job with the packing!). I'm going to hang it in our place in Shelter Island. Also, thanks for the card that came along with it."
Denise Fisher, New York, USA 29/06/2005
"My parents are delighted with their painting of St Ives [by Susan Shaw] and believe it will take pride of place at their villa in Spain."
David & Andrea Norman 16/06/2005
"I wanted to let you know that I had a great experience purchasing artwork from Peter Bolton. I found him through your website, we communicated by email and viola! I have a beautiful piece of art on my wall. He was great to work with. Thanks!"
Connie Vetter, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA 14/06/2005
"Having already treated myself to the gorgeous "Wall with Graffiti" by Jo Sheppard, I decided I liked it so much I needed another painting by Jo, "Church Squares". It was hanging in a gallery, but Jo retrieved it that day, and sent it to me as soon as the varnish had dried! This painting was very different but just as stunning in its own way, the colours in particular are wonderful, and it's up on my wall already, looking like it's always belonged there."
Sarah Moynihan 13/05/2005
"I bought a painting called 'Quartiere' from Jo Sheppard which arrived in the post today. I am delighted with the quality and the interesting texture of the painting. The whole transaction was very easy and Jo was very communicative and extremely helpful throughout. Thanks again, Jo."
B Kayne 04/05/2005
"Thank you again for the beautiful watercolour."
Marcia Blackman 30/04/2005 ['Bosham Church, West Sussex' by Michael Hughes]
"I have just received 'Checkers' from Pauline Reed. The whole process was very smooth with regular updates on the progress of my painting. The painting itself is excellent and compliments our living room perfectly. Would certainly consider buying another painting from this artist... the only downside is it means more decorating for me!!"
Colin Potter 27/04/2005
"John Morris! John Morris! What a talent! Absolutely top bloke with a sense of irony to well match mine! If only I was as artistic... John is a true gent. His work is so refreshing. The piece I bought, 'Catch Me If You Can' (Ha! You all SO missed out on that one) is so different to anything else I have. But that's the beauty of it. Its 'in your face' to the extent it dwarfs everything else, so no one will notice the changeover in my (small!) collection. Please look at John's work. You will feed his hungry offspring! You will save me money! If you buy John's work, there will be none left for me to buy! My hungry child will thank you! Oh, he does commissions... Sorry my son, it's back on the tinned beans... Joking aside art loving people, John is a top bloke, happy to help with colour schemes, frame ideas etc. You would be a very potty person to not look at John's work!"
Sarah Crossland 24/04/2005
"I was delighted with the 'Tortoiseshell Cat' painting by Dawn Hill. It's really beautiful (and affordable). I visit Mini Gallery daily and plan to buy a lot more.
Great website."
Ana, Edinburgh 21/04/2005
"I recently bought Dawn Hill's "Poppy Field" painting as a present for my niece and I am sure she'd love it. A great place to purchase original artwork. I'll shop again in future. Thanks."
Vasileios 21/04/2005
"I just wanted to let you know that the painting arrived safely this morning
at my work ["London Embankment" by Susan Shaw] - it's lovely, brighter and more real than it looked on the website so I am really pleased."
Stephanie Kane 12/04/2005
"Just a few words to say how much I love Jo Sheppard's wonderfully atmospheric painting "Across the Lagoon". The misty view of Venice always attracts positive comments from visitors and continuously reminds me that I want to go back again soon!"
Jackie Astill 11/04/2005
"Hi, I would just like to say that my 24 year old daughter was looking for an unusual painting for her living room and by luck we came across Carolyn Whittaker. After several emails and communication about what she would like Carolyn took the task on board and I have to say turned up trumps. The picture now takes pride of place in my daughter's house and it gets lots of positive comments by all who visit her. It was quite exciting and very rewarding to have a painting done especially for oneself (daughter). We will definitely be back in the future. Many thanks."
Christine Walker 07/04/2005
"You'll be pleased to know its arrived safe and sound - well it actually arrived about half an hour ago, but it took me that long to open it! Your hours of wrapping were worth it though as its in perfect condition. And the even better news is that I love it even more "in the flesh" so to speak! It's gorgeous, thank you for painting it."
Sarah Moynihan purchased "Wall with Graffiti # 2" by Jo Sheppard 25/03/2005
"The painting arrived this morning Judie [Yorkshire Terriers Chloe and Sophie by
Judith Webb]. It's brilliant - Thank you!!!!! It's even better in the flesh."
Debbie 24/02/2005
"I only got around to unwrapping the piece [BuddHa by Steve Sole] last night - just to say it's absolutely terrific. I like, a lot. Thanks so much. Hope to buy again soon, keep it coming!"
Chris Wolsey 23/02/2005
A happy ending...
"Just to let you know that I have recently purchased a piece of art from Steve Sole which was damaged in transit. I let Steve know and he immediately refunded my payment and arranged to recommission the piece. Not only did he do this in the promised timescale but delivered the piece personally, a round trip of some 160 miles. For anybody that is thinking of purchasing from Steve I can only say that the service was second to none and I would have no hesitation in recommending him as not only a good artist but a nice guy as well. Definitely using him for the next room as well."
Alan Francis 13/02/2005
"We have just completed a transaction with Steve Sole for "RedSkyTwo" and "ImpRessed" and could not be more pleased. Your site allowed us to view many art pieces and after seeing Steve's, we were interested in more information. It was very easy to contact him through your link and establish the terms of the sale. And all of this from Michigan, USA! We have already received his wonderful work and are enjoying it in our office. We will always look here first in the future if more needs arise. Thank you!"
Eva Amine, Michigan, USA 03/02/2005
[The paintings were commissioned for the show flat in an 18 storey apartment block in Michigan]
"Just a quick note to say thank you for sending the painting ['Red Sky' by Hazel Semple] so quickly - it looks great."
Phil Iley, Bath, Somerset 13/01/2005
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