About

Here at the What if…? Gallery we aim to encourage Art in all it’s diversity. We want creative people – whether photographers, sculptors, painters or otherwise to be able to use our facilities and take part in this unique project. We want YOU to come in and meet us - and see where we end up.

We started our project back in 2006 when we wanted to make use of the building that was due for demolition, and 6 years later we are still here! This experiment has been hugely successful.  You can see from the photograph of the gallery that we have an impressive shop front and gallery, on the high street in Dartford town centre, where we welcome all interested and interesting people.

I am Principal of the gallery and have been supported by a trustworthy team of volunteers since the inception. As an artist’s co-operative my volunteers man the gallery (unpaid) and in return may display their work, or perhaps they just really enjoy being part of this extra-ordinary scheme.

The Building is kindly rented to us by Tesco for a peppercorn rent and these low costs are passed on to artists who want to exhibit or who want to learn to paint. This ensures inclusion for all members of the community.

Please come along and support us in any way you can

Best wishes

Ruth Howard

What if…? Gallery a Division of Whole Community Works (Charity No.  )

Our current band of volunteers and valuable supporters are Anne Grey, Chris and Sue Knight, Peter Shurmer, Christine Collins, Peter Auld, Doug Clark, and Richard Slater.

 Our website is managed by Lisa England.

Richard Slater is our Resident Artist.

 Our thanks go to Kevin and Maxine for their continued support.

If you have any enquiries about the gallery or want to talk about our determination please telephone or email myself.  Telephone 01322 273405 or email ruthghoward@aol.com