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Silk Mill Waterpower by Jackie Broughby Nick Brearleyby Claire de RuiterThe Investment by Gareth Cowlin

The New Year exhibition at 250 Park Lane, Macclesfield features the work of the prize winning artists in the Jobling Gowler Art Competition 2009.

Jobling Gowler Solicitors are pleased to host exhibits by the eleven artists who took all the honours in the summer, including the overall prize winner, Jackie Brough who again delights with silk ribbon wall hangings and origami birds. Suzy Shackleton's vibrant feltwork instantly lifts spirits on the darkest winter day as do Julie Allen's Indian inspired paintings in the richest of hues.

Claire de Ruiter, whose felt stone wall was a highlight of the 2009 Textile Festival, exhibits a vast canvas of rich ochre textures in contrast to the intricate beaded embroideries of Margaret Wareing.

If you are seeking the unusual, then Grace Brearley juxtaposes World War II lenses with exquisite needlework to create art work of great individuality. In complete contrast the young artist prize winner Heather Silcock has three very modern paintings on display, all featuring a wave like construction to create an optical illusion.

It was Jill Milne, winner of the 3D category prize who suggested the idea of an exhibition of the prize winners' work and she demonstrates the breadth of her talents with sculpted paper bowls and embroidery.

We have four beautifully crafted silver brooches form Karin Sheldon, if you would like to own a truly original piece of jewellery.

The work of the two male prize winning artists is equally unusual. Gareth Cowlin has produced a series of four cartoon canvases entitled ‘The Investment'. Money alas will not buy these exhibits as they not for sale but we are privileged to see this work which he created for the nursery of his twin daughters.

And last but very much not least, the finely executed surrealist paintings of Mark Sheeky from Crewe. You may find them challenging, but you cannot fail to admire the sheer skill of this artist. Come and see for yourself!

The exhibition is open every weekday from 9am until 5pm until 25th February. Nearly all the works are for sale and 75% of the proceeds of some of Margaret Wareing's pieces goes to the East Cheshire Hospice. You could own a piece of original art crafted by these talented artists for as little as £40 for a special gift or treat!