Art Drop '26 : Horses For Courses
A vivid snapshot of contemporary Wales, our first exhibition of the year brings together established and emerging artists in an inclusive winter showcase that is bold, honest and rigorously curated.
This winter, Canfas presents Horses for Courses, a vibrant mixed exhibition that brings together well-seasoned artists alongside an exciting selection of emerging voices. Curated by artist Natalie Chapman, the show celebrates work that explores subjects not always afforded space on traditional gallery walls, offering audiences an alternative, inclusive and refreshingly honest perspective on contemporary practice in Wales.
Spanning a diverse range of media, approaches and lived experiences, Horses for Courses highlights the breadth and depth of artistic talent currently flourishing across the country. From bold, established practitioners to artists at the beginning of their journeys, the exhibition demonstrates how Wales continues to produce work that is thoughtful, challenging and richly varied.
By embracing difference of background, theme and artistic language the exhibition reflects a contemporary Wales that is unafraid to tell new stories and ask difficult questions. Under Chapman’s considered curation, the works sit in dynamic conversation with one another, revealing unexpected connections and shared concerns across generations and practices.
CANFAS GALLERY ANNOUNCES
A NEW GROUP EXHIBITION
‘HORSES FOR COURSES’
CURATED BY NATALIE CHAPMAN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 19, 2025
Oriel Canfas Gallery, a vibrant destination for contemporary fine art located in Cardigan, today announced the launch of a new exhibition curated by Natalie Chapman. Chapman’s bold visual style and socially engaged portraits have attracted national media attention as well as growing recognition among the fine art community.
“To me the most interesting thing is people who face challenges and come through them, that’s where the richness of life is.”, said Natalie Chapman. “Who better to have interesting stories about their lives than people who’ve gone through things.”
‘Horses for Courses’ opens January 10th 2026, kicking off the New Year at Canfas with a group show that brings together the work ten diverse Welsh artists, photographers, illustrators, and ceramists. The exhibition explores ideas and artwork on the fringes of society.
‘Horses for Courses’ opens on January 10 th 2026 through February 28 th 2026. The Gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday 10:30 am – 4 pm. All artwork is available to purchase in-gallery or online
