Interesting gallery with couple a few cool original and signed artworks from artists such as…read moreBrainwash and Shepard Fairey, but overall I had a mixed feeling as the mood and attitude of the people working there felt like they were more managing a project than a real art gallery. But if you plan to go to Notting Hill and Portobello stop by, but otherwise doing a detour just for that gallery might leave you with a disappointed feeling.

Graffik shows (and sells) a good selection of urban art,…read morewith the private views attracting a motley crew of Notting Hillbillies, skaterboys and more serious looking art collectors. I like to see graffiti popping up all around the neighbourhood whenever another artist is about to be shown. The current show of rock photography is well worth checking out.

The idea of the Wanted Gallery is to present rising young artists as a pop-up gallery and so move…read morelocation and move between different capitals of Europe. It is currently in Notting Hill but I was not able to find out for how long, but if you want to see it, go go! The gallery space is tiny and a quick glance was enough for me. The style, least represented at the moment was graffiti art that for me seemed fresh and innovative. It is not necessarily the style I personally fancy the most but the standard seemed high and very streetwise. Cool.

Small in size, large on selection of fine art and prints…read more Specializing in framing, but much more...leave time to browse! Check out the work of Howard Phipps, David Stubbs, Paul Finn and more. Art can be mailed home, wonderful when shopping abroad.

I swung by here Sunday afternoon and ordered at the bar the king prawn roti for takeaway (the…read morepumpkin curry was out). The server behind the door, a young guy with short cornrows, had a huge attitude: avoiding eye contact, muttering answers to my questions as if I was annoying him, and just being generally unpleasant. I walked away and waited for my order feeling as if I was the problem- for god forbid paying this establishment for food. I debated getting a juice as they were cheap at £3.20 but refused to give this place any more money. It also took FOREVER for my food to arrive, despite the place not being busy at all. It seemed the cooks and staff (including that horrid server) had better time joking behind the bar than working. I could imagine your food would take centuries if one came at a busy time. The roti itself was delicious: chock full of juicy prawns, chickpeas, veg and potatoes. The roti was firm enough to hold the goodies but soft to chew and delicious. Mild spice (and this is coming from someone who doesn't do spicy sadly). It's a shame the food (and the price at £7.95 for the huge roti) is so great bc the crud attitude means I would never return nor recommend anyone would. Good riddance.

The Tabernacle is a strange place. I had heard of it when I moved nearby, but it wasn't until a…read morecouple of years ago, I discovered it for myself. Completed in 1888, the Romanesque red brick and terracotta building has been decribed as the 'Taj Mahal of North Kensington'. When the area went into decline in the 1900's it ws the centre of many slums in the area and race riots. In 1975 it closed down as a church and taken over by the local council. Demolishion plans were twarted and it was converted into the multi use community building that it is today. Joe Strummer of the Clash appeared here in the 70's and it also hosted gigs by Misty in Roots and George Melly. In 1995 it closed to be upgraded, to reopen in 1998. It is still going strong as a multi-use venue.They hold art exhibitions, concerts, dance lessons, fitness and sport activities as well as concerts. It's a great place to go for a drink or snack, and is very reasonable. It also has a full bar. I like sitting outside when the weather is nice in the large courtyard in frotn of the building. I highly recommend you visit this place, should you be in the Portabello Market area.

Beautiful gallery with unusual objects from artists and designers, typically hand made, lots of…read morehomeware, decorative items and jewelry

If I were a set designer for a new Sci-Fi movie, this very well might be my first stop. Every bit…read moreas much of an art gallery as it is a furnishings store... a stroll through here feels like visiting an exhibition on postwar and contemporary furniture at the Tate Modern or MoMA (in fact, I believe I've been to an exhibition at the MoMA that was indeed, very reminiscent of what they've got going on here...). Very white and wide and open, with unassuming curving walls... the space here is not only meant to show off the fantastic pieces, it is also designed with the intention of making the pieces look at home within it - and they've done a great job. There's a relatively wide spectrum of tastes and genres on display here... everything from the slightly tacky and trying-too-hard strange... to surrealistic accents and streamlined modern-but-timeless pieces that I, frankly, just lust after. Yes, if I had an entire movie to furnish, and the requisite Hollywood budget to go with it, I would have an absolute hey-day in this place!

This gallery is like a sigh, like a wonderfully brisk fresh breath of air... so calm and…read moretranquil... yet offering up art that wakes you up and makes you contemplative. They always have an artist exhibition going with some really beautiful pieces on offer - all contemporary artists... mainly British, but some stellar international talent as well. I love coming in here to simply admire the latest show that they have on their walls. It's a fantastic gallery with a really great ethos - to promote the work of modern-day artists who have a striking aesthetic that gives you slight pause. Right now, there are some invigorating landscape pieces on display by a lovely London artist, Gill Rocca... lots of snowy paths that fade into infinity and dark trees that mesmerize in a sapphire twilight - captivating and absolutely refreshing.

Daisy Cook's paintings at this great gallery feel like a holiday. They are Iceland but could be…read moreany beach or coast, real or imaginary. The colours are peaceful. Northcote always have intelligent art. They also have amazing catalogues and I always keep mine. Northcote Gallery has another smaller gallery just over the river in Battersea which is also really lovely and friendly. Restless Earth by Daisy Cook is my favourite exhibition so far but I also really enjoyed Debi O'Hehir who does amazing scuplture of horses. the gallery also has an amazing staircase leading to a roof terrace. The light is fantastic in Northcote Gallery. I love it.

Wonderful collection of European paintings and decorative objects. Whole gallery were well…read moredisplayed and easy to navigate. The best part of the collection was, to my taste, European weapons/armory on the first floor. This section is huge and ranging from Middle Ages to late 18th century. The gun selection is exquisite. If you are studying armory, this is a place to visit. Admission is free and accessible. You can easily spend two to three hours wondering and enjoy the atmosphere. Staff are helpful and willing to help. There is a restaurant/cafe to refresh after long day of sightseeing.

Great hidden gem! Visiting here is free. This guy has such a large collection of art and artifacts…read morethat he could color code his ancient vases. "The Swing" is such a beautiful painting. Most of the artwork is from the Victorian era, so if paintings of rich people from their day with ruffled collars is your thing ... this is the place for you. There are other amazing pieces and there was a modern art exhibit happening on the ground floor. Just when you think you are done, there is an entire room full of medieval armor behind the store. Pro-tip - the bathrooms are amazing and free. And finally, don't accidentally lean on Marie Antoinette's chest of drawers like I did. To be fair, I don't Marie would have lost her head about it!

In search of a great souvenir that wouldn't cost me a fortune, I stumbled upon a photo gallery on…read morePortobello Road. All images at the gallery are photographed and signed by Jason Durston. He has such a great eye for capturing the essence of London, from the graffiti art by Banksy to weathered red telephone booth.

I cannot recommend this place enough. Jason captures London in the most unique and beautiful manner…read moreand creates great quality prints and canvases. He is clearly very passionate about his work and has a great way with the customers. If you live abroad like I do (Londoner living in Madrid) he is also able to organise delivery so you don't have to worry about packing whatever you buy and sending it home. Definitely worth a look around.