"I don't know much about art, but I know what I like"

Since we first opened our doors - supporting the arts has been as much of our mantra as has serving delicious food and drink. The fabric of our teahouses.

The reason for us getting involved on this front was to have art displayed in areas of high footfall. There is nothing more saddening than seeing quiet art galleries, reducing the reach that art can have. Also we felt some gallery spaces in the past felt exclusionary - for both members of the public and newer artists - and we wanted to change that.

Our alumni of artists range from local, international, first time and globally renown. Exhibitions change monthly are are accompanied with a private launch where the artists can invite their community to see their works.
From each sale we ask the artist to nominate a a charity and we donate 20% of the value on their behalf. We are proud to have raised thousands of pounds over the years for good causes - thanks to both the artists and the public who purchase.

Should you be interested in exhibiting or involved in the arts and wanting to share and collaborate - please do get in touch. We are fully booked for 2025 but keen to embed further with the community and find ways of being more impactful.

art@waterlootea.com