In a
landmark decision, John Lewis gave the artists permission to sell
their work on the shop floor, encouraging shoppers to buy unique
local art at the store. Between them, the three artists sold
work, received orders for private commissions and the offer of
exhibition space in a Missenden Gallery as well as making many new
contacts among the John Lewis staff and shoppers.
Art
Works for Business and John Lewis were delighted with the event and
prepared for three seasonal events for 2009: Summer 29/30 May,
Autumn 25/26 September, Winter 20/21 November. All events
included at least three artists working in different media who
were delighted to showcase and discuss their work.
