Interviews with Wokingham Business owners are a great way to get to know who is behind the business. My Wokingham’s Business Owners Interview is proving a popular way of helping promote the ethos of Shop Local.
I’m pleased to introduce you to the very talented Artist and Gallery Owner, Richard Young. A passionate and determined individual that never gave up on his dreams, in this conversation, Richard opens up about why he decided to open R Young Art Gallery, his goal to support fellow artists and why he chose to create this amazing arts hub in the heart of Wokingham.
Hello Richard, could you begin by telling us the name of your business and when you started it?
Sure – The name of my business is R Young Art Gallery and I founded it in September 2021.
Fantastic, thank you and what type of business is R Young Art Gallery exactly?
It’s an Independent Art Gallery offering Original Fine Art, Art Services and Art events.
I understand you’re an artist yourself, how did this influence the idea or concept behind your business?
As an artist, my dream had always been to own my own gallery and in September 2021 this dream became a reality! R Young Art Gallery now showcases the original artwork of 20 established artists, including myself. We also offer art services including art consultations, scanning, printing, and handmade bespoke framing, all of which I complete myself. Our calendar of art events has proved extremely popular with most classes being sold-out events, the latest of which was a children’s workshop to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Our goal is to be an arts hub for the community. Somewhere not only for people to purchase quality art but a place that inspires creativity, art appreciation and community spirit.
Wow, it’s incredibly inspiring to hear your passion for the community. Please share more about who your customers are and what you do to help them?
Our customers are usually local individuals or couples looking for special, quality art for their homes or artists seeking our services and support. Those that attend our events are creatives looking to meet like-minded people, family, friends or couples looking to learn a new skill and have fun.
Our goal is to be an arts hub for the community. Somewhere not only for people to purchase quality art but a place that inspires creativity, art appreciation and community spirit.
And what would you say differentiates R Young Art Gallery from any other art gallery?
We are an independent art gallery with a difference. Run by an artist and a small team who are truly passionate about art, we can guarantee that the art services we provide will be delivered with professionalism, experience and care. Our portfolio of hand-picked original artwork has also been selected with the palette of our customers in mind, in order to offer an exceptional gallery experience.
What are your business goals?
Our goals are to support fellow artists, inspire creativity within our community and provide a comprehensive selection of the very best original artwork to our customers.
Tell us, out of all the incredible places in the world – what made Wokingham special for you?
We have watched the rejuvenation of Wokingham and the developments within the town centre over the last few years with enthusiasm. The town now offers a comprehensive mix of small independent businesses which are attractive to customers from all over Berkshire. It is an ever-evolving, vibrant place to be based with a wonderful community spirit.
Is there anything else that people should know about you and your business?
The gallery can be hired as an event space in the evenings and at weekends.
Amazing – Thanks again, Richard! We can’t wait to see all the exciting projects you have coming up next.
If you’d like to get in contact with Richard Young, Artist and Owner of R Young Art Gallery, please find his contact details below.
Website: https://www.ryoung-art.com
Email: in**@ry********.com
Tel: 01189798558