The Foundry Gallery, Chelsea

The Foundry Gallery (est. 2010) is a contemporary art gallery in Chelsea, London that explores the relationships between art and architecture. Established as part of Le Lay Architects, the gallery forms the foundation of the practice’s research into how architectural ideas are conceived and engaged with.
 
The Foundry Gallery is uniquely positioned as both a commercial gallery and a project space. Acting as a ‘launch pad’ we do not represent artists, but rather each year we select three artists, (many whom haven’t had a solo exhibition in a commercial gallery) through application, to work collaboratively on a new body of work which explores the ethos of The Foundry Gallery's founding principles. We provide artists with an opportunity to take risks and define/redefine their practice. Not bound to a house style, we have shown a wide range of artwork informed by contemporary artistic practice across multi-disciplines. 
 
Under the direction of Elizabeth Goode (2011- present), the gallery has been contextualising and reframing artists work, enabling artistic exchanges and bringing new ideas to the public’s attention. With a post-graduate degree in Fine Art and her years of experience as a Fine Art lecturer, Elizabeth brings together her profound understanding of artistic working practices alongside her comprehensive knowledge of contemporary and historical art. This two-fold methodology enables her to be both a catalyst and a supportive framework as she collaboratively works with artists for up to a year, in developing thoughtful, critical exhibitions. Elizabeth’s aim is to build a supportive network of like-minded artists who are focused on generating ambitious and engaging artwork who understand our The Foundry Gallery’s vision.