About Oriel Cardi Bach

Nestled in the heart of Cardigan, West Wales, Oriel Cardi Bach is a contemporary art gallery dedicated to celebrating the creativity of Welsh artists. Our gallery brings together an inspiring collection of original artwork, offering a welcoming space where visitors can discover both emerging and established artistic talent from across Wales.

Our exhibitions change regularly throughout the year, showcasing a diverse range of work including painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, photography, jewellery, woodwork and mixed media. Through our carefully curated exhibition programme, we aim to create meaningful connections between artists, collectors and visitors while celebrating the richness of contemporary Welsh art.

Spread across two exhibition spaces, Oriel Cardi Bach provides an ever-evolving experience, with new exhibitions, guest artists and fresh collections throughout the year.

Our Story

Founded by Jess Elliott, Oriel Cardi Bach was created with a simple vision: to provide a welcoming space where people can discover exceptional contemporary Welsh art while supporting talented artists at every stage of their careers.

Through thoughtfully curated exhibitions, the gallery celebrates creativity, craftsmanship and the unique stories behind each artist and their work. Whether you're beginning your journey as an art collector or are a long-time supporter of the arts, Oriel Cardibach aims to make original art accessible, inspiring and enjoyable for everyone.

Our Artists

We are proud to represent a growing community of talented Welsh artists, including:

Arborvitae Designs Jewellery • JK Brown • Sue Dewhurst • Chloe Elliott-Schmid • Helen Elliott • Jess Elliott • Alaw James • Alan Perry • Zara Kuchi • Teifi Woodworker • Joanna Lote-Williams.

We look forward to welcoming you to Oriel Cardi Bach and helping you discover artwork you'll love for years to come.