Cotswold Contemporary Cirencester

With a degree in Art History and Theory and having always worked in luxury retail it was a natural progression to move to managing a gallery.  Karen paints and sculpts herself and to be able to represent talented artists with an understanding of what it takes to create works of art is an honour.

I was born in Malta and back in 2015 decided to move my whole family out there for an adventure. We returned to UK and discovered the wonderful of town of Cirencester, where we now live with our extended family who also moved here and we are loving every minute of it! I am qualified as an interior designer, I have City and Guilds (with distinction) in Cake design and have also sold my own art pieces, so to start in Cotswold Contemporary Gallery as an Art Consultant was a real thrill for me, as it is a natural extension of being able to express myself artistically. I really enjoy meeting people and introducing them to different works by artists – I feel like cupid, matching clients with pieces of art that they fall in love with!  When I am not in the Gallery, I also pursue an acting career and some of the more eagle-eyed may spot me on television from time to time

As clichéd as it may sound, art and creativity have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up, we moved frequently due to my father’s military career, but my love of art was always encouraged and nurtured. This passion led me to study Contemporary Art, gaining a BA (Hons), followed by a Master’s in Design Visual Communications.

At Cotswold Contemporary in Cirencester, I love sharing this passion by helping people discover art that speaks to them. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the art world or have been collecting for years, I believe there’s something special about finding a piece that feels right to you. For me, it’s all about making art feel accessible, personal and enjoyable, and helping people experience that wonderful “wow” moment when they find a piece they truly love. You can always count on me to share in the excitement of finding that special piece, and I hope to make the experience just as enjoyable as the artwork itself.