A new art gallery shop is set to open in Kingston, selling a wide variety of British contemporary art.

Kingston Gate Gallery is throwing open its two floors on Friday with artwork including paintings, ceramics, prints, etchings and jewellery.

Coffee and wine will be served to visitors.

As well as its regularly-changing permanent display, the gallery is holding a series of exhibitions, workshops and other events throughout the year, including a range of charity and community activities.

Helen Sanders and Martin Boyd, co-owners of the gallery, said: "Kingston has a very active and vibrant arts community with a wealth of talent and creativity.

"We want to bring a focus for people who both create or enjoy art by presenting high quality modern British artists who demonstrate a variety of styles and influences yet share a common ability to inspire and excite the senses."

Kingston Gate Gallery at 13 Park Road, Kingston, is open Wednesdays to Saturdays, including Thursday evenings until 8pm.

The gallery website www.kingstongate.co.uk also includes explanations of artists' techniques and tips on buying art.

For more information, phone 0208 255 4258.