ISSUE #18 ART CRAFT DESIGN HOMEWARESep - Nov 2016

The Biscuit FactoryStoddart StreetNewcastle upon TyneNE2 1AN

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Cover image:Peter Hallam, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, oil on canvas, 74cm x 94cm, £1500

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CONTACT US

WELCOMEWelcome to our autumn 2016 season, which sees the return of gallery favourite Peter Hallam as our headline artist with his new collection of mesmeric characters, often informed by real people he has met through his life.

As always, we have an eclectic mix of contemporary art on show and available to buy. Read our interview with the Marshalls, a couple from Gosforth, on page 16 for some inspiration on how your next purchase from the gallery could transform your home!

A year on from forging a partnership with national craft agency, Craft Scotland, we will be showcasing six of its makers again this season, bringing together a mix of jewellery, lighting and even washable paper baskets.

We are also thrilled to be hosting a touring exhibition of small prints as part of Northern Print’s renowned International Print Biennale. The exhibition features more than 150 original prints of 100 square centimetres or less and promises to be a wonderful showcase of the many processes involved in print.

In this issue of our quarterly magazine, we also profile the latest news and events from other parts of The Biscuit Factory family - our à la carte restaurant, artisan; our newly relaunched cafe The Factory Kitchen; and our events service.

We hope you can make it along in the coming months and experience our autumn show for yourselves. And make sure you follow us on Twitter @biscuit_factory for all the latest news and additions to our collections!

RACHEL BROWN - GENERAL MANAGER

Please note, all information and pricing in the magazine is correct at time of going to print, but may be subject to change.

Visiting us this autumn? Share your experiences on social media using #MyBiscuitFactory

BUY NOWAll work featured in the magazine is available for purchase now.

Visit our website to see a wider selection by each artist or please contact the gallery to secure your chosen piece to avoid disappointment.

Image: Chris Owens

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CUBE GALLERY: PETER HALLAM

This autumn, we welcome figurative painter Peter Hallam as our headline artist. Our curator Sam Knowles profiles his work and new collection.

Peter Hallam is one of our most popular exhibitors. He has worked as a professional artist for more than 20 years, specialising in abstract landscape and portraiture; exploring and refining his surrealist style in that time.

Peter cites Francis Bacon and LS Lowry among his favourite artists, which comes as little surprise when you grasp the style, palette and composition of his own work.

He has exhibited at numerous galleries over the years and in 2006 – in what could be best described as a career highlight - he won the Cravens Art Prize for his painting Don’t Feed The Animals, inspired by Celebrity Big Brother.

So where did Peter’s interest in art originate from? Peter grew up in rural Nottinghamshire with his parents and a menagerie of animals in tow. He describes his parents as not being particularly artistic but recalls how his dad spent much of his spare time grinding recycled glass into dust to decorate household objects and make them sparkle.

Peter had a passion for art from a very young age. He was naturally creative and remembers winning lots of school prizes for his drawings. Encouraged to pursue his art and attend art college, Peter left art school after just two weeks and remains entirely self-taught.

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Peter lived with no running water or electricity in a wooden shed in Attenborough Nature Reserve for almost 20 years before moving to the Scottish borders. Interestingly, his studio up in Berwick is a converted shipping container complete with pull back roof and a log burner.

Peter works mainly in oils on canvas. He has a very distinct style and wonderful eye for colour which make his work instantly recognisable. His preferred subject is people; all are individuals with a character and story of their own, and they are often informed by real people he has met through his life.

His new collection of 20 paintings continues along a similar vein and we have handpicked a selection for you to pore over on the next two pages. More examples can also be found on our website.

Prior to the autumn launch on 2 September, Peter Hallam’s collection will be available for private view by appointment only. To book, email art@thebiscuitfactory.com or call 0191 261 1103

Trinity Part 1, oil on canvas, 63cm x 75cm, £650

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Above:Going To The Party, oil on canvas, 94cm x 94cm, £2000

Opposite: Watching The Race, oil on canvas,94cm x 94cm, £1500

Colourful, characterful, weird and wonderful...there’s certain to be a painting from Hallam’s collection that you can’t live without!

SAM KNOWLES, CURATOR“

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Dr Goodhealth, oil on canvas,63cm x 75cm, £750

The Man With Green Eyes, oil on canvas, 63cm x 75cm, £750

The Space Man, oil on cavas,63cm x 75cm, £750

Anglepoise, oil on canvas, 94cm x 94cm, £2000

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PAINTINGS AND PRINTS

Julie Dumbarton, Rocks by the Lighthouse, oil on canvas, 78cm x 78cm, framed, £2750

The ever-changing exhibition programme at The Biscuit Factory sees brand new collections by some of the gallery’s most popular painters and printmakers, with artists Bryan Hible and Sharon Griggs exhibiting here for the very first time. As the largest commercial art and craft gallery in the UK, there is always a wealth of original artwork to discover in our beautiful space; from classical and incredibly detailed still life studies to etchings of girls levitating and everything possible in-between! This season’s exhibition offers the chance to buy unique and original work from artists at the start of their careers and from many of the most highly regarded contemporary artists in the UK and beyond.

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Heather Blanchard, Old Road, oil on canvas, 80cm x 80cm, £1100

Richard Sowman, Amphora II, oil on canvas, 50cm x 50cm, £1050

Hester Berry, A Field in Stowford, oil on board, 50.5cm x 30cm, £750

PAINTINGS AND PRINTS

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Laurie J Proud, Girl Bundler, oil on panel, 61cm x 45.7cm, £600

Sharon Griggs, Snake’s Head Fritillary, coloured pencil, 43cm x 60cm, framed, £295

Anja Percival, Daylight Reflections, etching, 30cm x 30cm, framed, £285

Raquel Alvarez Sardina, Lemons, oil on linen, 33cm x 33cm, £1400

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Bryan Hible, Hounds of Love, acrylic on canvas, 91cm x 61cm, £1300

Stuart Buchanan, Archer, oil on board, 31cm x 40cm, £1050

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IN CONVERSATION WITHROBERT NEWTON

When did you first discover you could paint?

I cannot remember the early paintings, however at the age of 11, I made a series of drawing studies of seabirds that were to underpin my artistic aspirations. During my early 20s I took part in a few art society exhibitions that opened new opportunities, and from there, I realised I was a painter. I am still discovering paint!

How has your artistic style changed over the years?

I never wanted to become pinned down by any particular style of painting; something I would associate more with fashion than art. I’ve always wanted to investigate new ways of painting but the medium would dictate the outcome of any work. I have, however, maintained an intuitive and expressive approach to painting whatever the medium. I have settled with oil painting now.

What inspires you?

My work is inspired by nature and the weather.

Describe your studio?

One is untidy, messy, but productive (sometimes). I have a small studio space where I have everything I need. My other studio is outside - calm, ever-changing and self-maintaining.

What’s been your career highlight?

I am still waiting for it! I have yet to make that breakthrough painting, perhaps I never will... More seriously, it was my very first exhibition where almost everything sold within the first week. It was a massive gamble, everything was at stake; I was absolutely broke, but my hard work paid off. I have always been very grateful for this.

Whose work do you most admire?

Lucien Freud, because of his unashamed approach to painting, like Rembrandt there is no facade, not out to impress like Sargent, only the intimate truth revealed in paint.

Can you tell us more about the paintings you’ll be showing at The Biscuit Factory this season?

In 2014/15 I began a series of studies about the nature of the hedgerows near my home, of how they are transformed from autumn to winter and how we contain the landscape for our own needs. The work is a result of dog walks and bicycle rides around Northumberland, where I have collected studies as drawings and photographs. This is one of a number of project-based bodies of work.

This issue, we chat to painter Robert Newton and delve into his career, artistic style and new collection of work.

From top: Wheat Fields, oil and beeswax on canvas, 102cm x 102cm, £3800; Windy Day, Morwick, monotype on paper, 50cm x 40cm, £550; and Falling Rain II, oil on canvas, 30cm x 24cm, £600

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SMALL PRINT INTERNATIONAL2 SEP - 30 OCT 16

The Biscuit Factory is thrilled to once again be included in Northern Print’s International Print Biennale.

The Biennale is a fantastic addition to the region’s cultural calendar with a wide programme of exhibitions and events. It is a celebration of the role of print in contemporary artists’ practice and is the only event of its kind in the UK.

For our contribution, the gallery will be hosting Leicester Print Workshop’s touring exhibition Small Print International, which visits six cities during 2016 and 2017.

The exhibition includes work from 90 artists from 18 countries, with over 150 original prints of 100 square centimetres or less.

The work was selected by highly regarded artists Angela Harding and Wuon-Gean Ho, and Jennifer Ramkalawon, who works as the Curator of Western Modern and

Contemporary Graphic Works, at the British Museum.

The exhibition will be a showcase for the many varied processes involved in creating prints, with linocuts, etchings, screen prints and lithographs all represented in glorious miniature. As always, all the work will be available to purchase.

For more information about the Small Print International exhibition, follow @biscuit_factory on Twitter or visitwww.thebiscuitfactory.com.

The Biscuit Factory welcomes a touring exhibition of small prints this autumn. Curator Sam Knowles tells us more...

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GLASS, CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE

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Graham Muir, An Cuan Mor, glass, 70cm long, £2400

After the success of our Peter Layton anniversary show, glass continues to be particularly prominent in our new collections this season. We’re pleased to introduce Verity Pulford to the North East for the first time. Working from her studio in Wales, her career has steadily been gaining momentum and we’re sure that she will now deservedly find a receptive audience for her work up here. Sarah Wiberley is another young glassmaker showing with us for the first time; graduating in the past few years from the Royal College of Art, her work is an especially interesting and beautiful contemporary take on 19th century decorative Cameo glass. Other glass highlights include a small collection of work by Katherine Huskie, two new pieces by Graham Muir, and a selection of Helen Slater’s fused work which was much admired last time we hosted it.

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Above: Verity Pulford,Square Dishes, glass, 9cm - 25cm wide, £25 - £95

Opposite: Helen Slater, Spring Copse, fused glass, 40cm long, £2200

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Sam Harrison, Ash Vessel, 27cm tall,£660

Menear Ceramics, Crackle Glaze Vase, stoneware with bronze neck, 13cm tall, £35

GLASS, CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE

Myer Halliday, Jar, parian, 9cm tall, £55 each

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Rowena Gilbert, Reef Series, one off design, ceramic, 22cm tall, £290 each

Sarah Wiberley, Cameo Series Vases, glass, up to 18cm tall, £350 - £800 each

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MY ARTTHE MARSHALLS

We stumbled across the Contemporary Portrait Exhibition at The Biscuit Factory on its opening weekend while out for lunch. My husband, David and I instantly knew Josh Bowe’s canvas was what we were looking for. The blur of colour was quite beautiful.

It’s a pretty powerful image. It’s certainly a talking point when friends and family see it. It doesn’t blend in, which - for this space - is perfect.

We are drawn to Scandinavian style design in both architecture and interiors. We try to buy classic designs that we will love forever. All our walls are white, so this canvas really stands out.

We have quite a few prints and photos that we have picked up on our travels. We also own two prints by Martin Boyce who is a friend from Glasgow. They were a present for my husband’s 40th.

I’m drawn to artwork with incredible colours. I love geometric designs and often choose more abstract pieces where images are blurred, fragmented or juxtaposed with contrasting colours.

We relocated to Newcastle from London three years ago. We visited Baltic on our first day trip to the Quayside and were surprised by how much was going on in and around the North

East. I think Newcastle hosting the Turner Prize a few years ago has put it on the map, and it’s great to see more independent galleries opening up.

I love how The Biscuit Factory has such a wide range of styles which can appeal to so many people. It also has a great price range so it’s affordable to everyone. The exhibition space is great too, and the light that floods into the staircase really showcases the work around the gallery.

The biggest misconception about buying art, I think, is price and accessibility. Lots of people think you have to know a lot about art to buy something special. It’s all about buying something you love.

ABOUT THE ARTISTJOSH BOWE

Josh Bowe is a UK artist based in Llansanffraid in Wales.

His work, although primarily figurative, represents an on-going investigation into the fundamentals of representation and abstraction.

His paintings combine form, colour and texture to create a strong sense of vigour and dynamism; the contrasting figurative and abstract pictorial elements stimulating the viewer to see familiar subjects in fresh and challenging ways.

We meet Julie and David Marshall to find out more about their recent purchase from the gallery, and how the new artwork - titled Ananias, by painter Josh Bowe - has transformed their Gosforth home.

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Eleanor’s work debuted with us in summer, and it has been so loved by staff and visitors alike that we’re delighted to have her work with us for autumn too! Her beautifully handcrafted neckpieces and bracelets are meticulously wound and stitched to create stunning jewellery that will make an immediate statement. The resulting work is tactile and sculptural whilst also being incredibly lightweight and wearable. Much-vaunted by the world of craft and fashion, Eleanor’s designs have featured in the pages of Vogue, Marie Claire, The Guardian and The Sunday Times.

LAUREN BAKER - JEWELLERY AND TEXTILES CURATOR

Eleanor Bolton, Half Coil Neckpiece, £165

SAM KNOWLES - 2D CURATOR

Mike Moor, The Man That Was Used Up, £365 framed

Mike’s work is undeniably strange but this is why I like it. There is an ethereal quality to his mono-printed portraits. To me, it feels as if his figures were only passing and that he only just managed to capture their impression on the paper before they drifted away. His portraits remind me of the Turin Shroud and all the unanswered questions involved with that object. Mike captures this feeling of mystery in his work which leaves me wanting to know more about the characters depicted, as if we have only been given the very briefest of introductions and there is still much to discover.Mike’s unusual and thought provoking work would make an excellent talking piece and feature to anyone’s home or art collection.

CURATORS’ PICKSINSPIRED BYTHE CURRENT COLLECTION

SAM WATERS - 3D CURATOR

Harriet Caslin, Birdcage Lampshade, £190 each

We’ve been lucky to have Harriet’s work in the gallery before and I was particularly grateful to her for getting this current batch to us because she’s now living and working in Denmark, and getting delicate porcelain from the other side of the choppy North Sea is a risky proposition! Scandinavia seems like a natural place for this work to be arriving from; its simple and understated qualities are typical of the timeless modern Scandi aesthetic which is increasingly appreciated over here. This influence has always been apparent in Harriet’s work, and her practice can only have benefited from her new surroundings and the prevailing cultural context it offers. These Birdcage lampshades are a fine example of her craft, and in fact, I own two of them myself, so they come highly recommended!

Julia Wright

Julia responded to an open call for jewellery submissions, and we’re so glad she did! Her simple silver creations are decorated with clusters of copper hoops, bubbles and cups that are all hand formed in her studio. The copper will naturally evolve over time with wear, creating a perfectly unique piece of jewellery.

Ellen Monaghan

Ellen was originally spotted at a craft fair. When jewellery curator Lauren saw the work, she knew it would be a great fit for the gallery. Ellen manipulates silver and gold in to the most amazing shapes, echoing the natural geometry of nature. Occasionally adorned with precious gems, this jewellery is beautifully made whilst being pleasingly unusual.

Yuki Kokai

Yuki has exhibited small collections with The Biscuit Factory before, and each time she does, her work sells out. Yuki’s designs are meticulously designed and crafted with exquisite detail. Delicate forms are paired with her warm sense of humour to create amazing pieces fashioned from Sterling silver, 18ct gold, and hand formed glass.

JEWELLERY COLLECTION

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The Biscuit Factory prides itself on the quality and diversity of its unique jewellery collections. New additions to our autumn collection showcase the work of four spectacular independent jewellers, working in very different styles and materials. Despite their differences, the pieces selected recall classic simplicity, making these one-off creations an investment that you or your loved ones will be sure to cherish.

Hydrangea Studs, Sterling silver and 18ct yellow gold, £80

Flora Ring, Sterling silver and 18ct yellow gold, £180

Three Cup Copper Bangle, £75 Copper Cup Droppers, £35

Tourmaline and Jade Double Curl Necklace, jade and silver, £255

Angled Curl Ring, silver, £190

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Elisabeth Barry

Lauren first came across Elisabeth’s ceramic vessels before finding out she made beautiful jewellery too. Carefully honed porcelain shapes are glazed with delicate, muted tones to create satisfyingly simple pieces. Sterling silver fixings are used to create super wearable and elegant jewellery. But don’t worry – we have a range of her lovely vessels too!

Featured image: Olive Pendant, Earrings and Bangle Set, porcelain and silver, £40 - £75

Inset (left to right): Double Pendant, ceramic and silver, £75 and Semi Circle Pendant, ceramic and silver, £75

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SHOP COLLECTION

Featured image: Jennifer Orme, Ceramic Vessel, from £65

Inset, clockwise from top left: Tana West, Pick n Mix Teaset, from £30; Tamsin Arrowsmith-Brown, Medium Spoons, £15; ; Emma McDowall, Concrete Planter, from £25; Kim Edith, Shakespeare Badge, £25; Ria Wilson, Foxes Brooch, £20; & Alice Shields, Square Brooch, from £30.

We are injecting some fun and freedom in to autumn 2016 as we welcome a selection of new makers and creators with their unusual homewares and gifts. SHOP curator Lauren Baker shares her new-season favourites...

Top of our list this autumn is Emma McDowall’s wildly coloured concrete planters - recently featured on the ultimate arts blog, jealouscurator.com, Emma’s vessels are much coveted, and perfect for bringing some brightness to your cacti collection!

In contrast, the delicate porcelain homewares and jewellery of Jennifer Orme also debut in the gallery this season. A member of the Crafts Council’s Hothouse 2016 programme, we’re lucky to have a selection of Jennifer’s blue-hued work, in what will be a super busy year for her.

Other favourites include Tamsin Arrowsmith-Brown’s wonderfully tactile spoons and Ria Wilson’s playful jewellery using Victorian scraps.

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CRAFT SCOTLAND SHOWCASE7 OCT 2016 - 9 JAN 2017

2016 marks the second year The Biscuit Factory has collaborated with Edinburgh-based Craft Scotland. We profile the makers showing with us this season...

Working tirelessly to champion the wealth of creative talents that reside north of the border, Craft Scotland shares many of The Biscuit Factory’s goals – to offer opportunities for makers to exhibit, sell and promote their work, and for the public to see, purchase and learn about the work being made.

Earlier in the year our jewellery and textiles curator, Lauren Baker, was delighted to sit on the review panel for the Craft Scotland Summer Show, held every August during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. After hours of deliberation the submissions were whittled down to 31 makers to exhibit in the Edinburgh showcase.

Six of these makers were then selected by Lauren for exhibition in The Biscuit Factory as part of our autumn and winter programming. Lauren explains:

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“There are definitely makers involved with Craft Scotland that I hope will exhibit with the gallery in the future, but the six I selected not only stood out because of their quality of craftsmanship and design – they were wonderfully unique!

“Yellow Broom’s stunningly crafted lighting is very different for the gallery, and I’m excited by the unusual range by Chris Viviani featuring beautiful rolling pins! I have coveted Jode Pankhurst’s ceramics for the last 2 years, and Mairita Jonikane’s washable paper baskets are a complete revelation!

“The jewellery of Christina Zani and Cecilia Stamp both use materials that challenge our ideals of how to make something precious, I know they’ll be very popular with staff and visitors.

“It’s always interesting to see the way new ranges integrate with the traditional gallery offering, as well as being really important that we offer this amazing platform to emerging makers establishing their creative practice.”

Cecilia Stamp Cristina Zani

Chris Viviani Jode Pankhurst

Mairita Jonikane

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WHAT’S NEW THIS AUTUMNAT THE BISCUIT FACTORY

ARTISAN >>>

Our à la carte restaurant, artisan, has launched its all-new refined fish tasting menu, celebrating our close links with North Shields fish quay.

The new menu - served every Friday - is an opportunity for us to showcase the variety of fresh seafood that’s available on our doorstep.

From shellfish cream and crab soufflé to wild halibut and mussels – expect a range of exciting dishes paired with the finest of seasonal produce and, of course, our catch of the day.

We’ve also welcomed a new in-house mixologist to the team who will be crafting our extensive cocktail list every season. The menu features a luscious blend of fresh fruits, premium spirits and liqueurs, not to mention our in-house syrups and cordials. It also complements the ingredients and flavours that you’ll find on our kitchen’s seasonal menus.

Alongside our premium classics, we also have a range of artisan creations, non-alcoholic cocktails and a sumptuous after dinner selection.

View our sample menus online at www.artisannewcastle.com

EVENTS >>>

Earlier this year, we were thrilled to be shortlisted for best city venue in the 2016 UK Wedding Awards.

The national awards, hosted by You and Your Wedding, Hitched and Perfect Wedding, recognise the very best in the UK bridal industry, and we were the only North East-based venue shortlisted in our category.

So what makes us stand out as a venue? Housed within a former Victorian warehouse, The Biscuit Factory boasts a beautiful setting for a wedding that’s unlike anything else you’ll find in Newcastle.

Our purpose-built function suite, The Biscuit Room, is one of the largest venues in the city, accommodating up to 150 guests for a ceremony and 250 guests for a seated meal and party.

And let’s not forget about our urban setting in Newcastle’s cultural quarter - perfect for imaginative wedding day photography.

If you’d like to find out more - come along to one of our open days, held twice a year, to meet our team and see our inspiring spaces set up for a ceremony and wedding breakfast.

For more details about the venue and our upcoming open days, please visitwww.biscuitfactoryevents.com

THE FACTORY KITCHEN >>>

It’s been a busy few months for our cafe, following its first summer soirée in August and the launch of its bi-annual in-house publication, DIGESTIF.

This autumn, The Factory Kitchen sees the return of its hugely popular Supper Club event - an evening of simple, fresh ingredients such as butternut squash, smoked haddock and belly pork, served up in the cafe’s minimal and stylish surroundings after hours. The three-course menu is available on Friday 2 September and priced at £25 per person (this also includes a glass of house wine).

We’ve also launched a new initiative called #CoffeeBreak. In a nutshell, we’re reclaiming the coffee break as a time to socialise, learn something new or just relax! Local groups and clubs can use the space in our cafe for free Monday to Thursday, between 10am and 12pm.

Regular users will also receive a discount card for use in the cafe. Plus, if a group is creative or cultural and on the lookout for new members, we may even be able to help with new sign ups!

For more information, visit www.thefactorykitchennewcastle.com

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DIARY DATESSEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER 2016

AUTUMN LAUNCH2 SEP 2016THE GALLERYAutumn gets under way with the launch of our new seasonal show, featuring more than 200 artists from the North East and beyond. Join us for a first-look and chance to buy.

WEDDING SHOWCASE3 SEP 2016THE BISCUIT ROOMExplore our venue exquisitely re-imagined for a wedding, and find out why we were shortlisted for best city venue in the 2016 UK Wedding Awards.

TRADITIONAL CLASSICS7 SEP 2016ARTISANOur Seasonal Showcases celebrate an ingredient, type of cooking or time of year. In September, we serve up a tasting menu brimming with classic, hearty favourites.

WOODLAND5 OCT 2016ARTISANOctober’s seasonal showcase menu looks to the British woodlands for foodie inspiration. Think wild berries, fresh herbs and the finest cuts of meat.

Back cover image: Karo Art

UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS

GIFT ACCOUNTS

What better way to commemorate a birthday, anniversary or wedding celebration than with a piece of original art, craft or design? Opening a gift account is simple and allows you to choose or commission something unique, personal and very special from our collection.

GIFT VOUCHERS

Can’t make your mind up? Purchase a gift voucher and let the lucky person choose themselves! Our gift vouchers are available to any value and are valid for 12 months from the date of issue. For more information, call 0191 261 1103 or email art@thebiscuitfactory.com.

BONFIRE FEAST2 NOV 2016ARTISAN Our Bonfire feast tasting menu spotlights the finest locally sourced, seasonal produce, taking inspiration from the gunpowder plot and lavish 17th century feasts.

WINTER LAUNCH 11 NOV 2016 THE GALLERY Get into the festive spirit at our winter exhibition launch. Along with a first-look at our new artwork, expect lots of Christmas gift ideas and seasonal interiors inspiration.

OPEN STUDIOS POP UP29-30 OCT 2016THE SAGEFor a flavour of our upcoming Ouseburn Open Studios in November, join us at our special pop up event at The Sage. For updates visit www.ouseburnopenstudios.org

SUPPER CLUB11 NOV 2016THE FACTORY KITCHENPresenting our winter Supper Club - an informal evening of food and drink with simple, fresh ingredients served in the laid-back surroundings of the cafe out of hours.

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‘TIS THE SEASONTO CELEBRATE IN STYLE

CELEBRATE Christmas at The Biscuit Factory, in the heart of Newcastle’s Ouseburn Valley. Our contemporary function space, The Biscuit Room, caters for parties of between 80 and 300 guests. Our stylish festive evenings bring together luxurious surroundings with outstanding food.

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DINE with family and friends in our à la carte restaurant, artisan, headed up by former North East Chef of the Year winner, Andrew Wilkinson. Listed in the prestigious Good Food Guide 2016, we were also voted by The Times amongst the top 25 restaurants nationally to visit for Sunday lunch. Our British inspired menus use the finest seasonal and local produce, with private dining available for up to 22 guests and restaurant parties of up to 80.

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