Royal Institute of Oil Painters’ Christmas exhibit features key culinary theme
This festive season, the Royal Institute of Oil Painters has set a core culinary theme of Eat for its latest exhibition, which will offer the public change to buy a wide selection of works, including some with confectionery and dessert themes.
The annual exhibition at Mall Galleries in London runs until 14 December 2024, from 10am to 5pm daily, art enthusiasts can explore and purchase a curated selection of masterful oil works from the UK and across the world, perfect for enhancing your home and offering the most incredible, one-of-a-kind Christmas gift. Admission is £5, with free entry for Friends of Mall Galleries and visitors under 25, plus concessions.
Sourcing truly exceptional figurative artwork for the home can be a daunting task, but the ROI Annual Exhibition meticulously curates paintings reflective of the royal institute’s founding ambition – to promote and exhibit work of the highest standard in oil paint which demonstrates the huge versatility of this historic medium.
This year’s exhibition theme, ‘EAT’, presents a diverse collection of oils celebrating the evocative subject of food – a theme that has inspired oil painters for centuries. Visitors to the online exhibition, and to the gallery on London’s Mall, will experience a range of styles and interpretations, from sumptuous still lives to vibrant market scenes, Paintings depicting food enhance home interiors with warmth and cultural resonance, thanks to a subject matter which universally engages and evokes personal memories.
Giving an original oil painting as a Christmas gift transcends ordinary gift-giving. An original painting offers a unique expression of creativity and craftsmanship, capable of transforming a room, imbuing it with character, warmth, and a unique narrative. An original artwork has the power to elevate your interior design, creating a focal point that engages the eye and adds emotion. It also holds the promise of becoming a cherished heirloom, appreciating in both sentimental and monetary value over time.
“Each work you purchase at this exhibition supports an artist in pursuing their passion and craft,” said Adebanji Alade, President of the ROI. “Acquiring an original oil painting is more than a transaction; it is an investment in beauty, creativity, and the enduring power of art.”
