Laurita — Vellas Gallery

While many galleries focus strictly on oil paintings or photography, the Laurita Vellas Gallery is renowned for its celebration of mixed media. Visitors often describe the experience as "tactile." From collages made of recycled industrial materials to sculptures that incorporate light and shadow, the gallery feels alive. Artists represented here often experiment with resin, fabric, and even organic matter, pushing the boundaries of what constitutes "painting."

Laurita Vellas herself. Her eyes follow you. Sometimes her mouth moves. The frame contains small objects that accumulate over time—a ring, a key, a tooth. laurita vellas gallery

Entry to the gallery is always free. Wall texts are written in plain English (as well as Irish and Ulster Scots), and the team offers sensory-friendly hours for neurodivergent visitors. This commitment ensures that contemporary art is not an exclusive club but a public good. While many galleries focus strictly on oil paintings