The Holy Art Reviews 

Artists Beware! As a full time professional artist, I went as a visitor to this show and was appalled at the layout, directional signage, lack of marketing locally and how the artists seemed to be crammed in to every corner of the spaces. It’s not about creating competition but about respect for each exhibitors work. Your replies to negative reviews only demonstrates a total lack of understanding of this. Then I found out how much you were charging! It’s simply outrageous for the spaces allocated. A simple google search will tell anyone how much the Bargehouse costs to rent. Multiply that by your exhibitors and it makes it impossible to justify, I left absolutely furious on behalf of all the exhibitors. Don’t make excuses, don’t just rely on the good comments, accept the criticism and do better next time or don’t do at all. Addendum:Thank you @Trustpilot for giving me the opportunity to edit my review. I do really hope you are also investigating all the positive reviews for The Holy Art Fair at The Bargehouse, it’s so heartening to see so many people joining the platform to give their first ever reviews for this fair and in no way would this undermine the credibility of a consumer-led review site l. Thank you The Holy Art fair for also attempting to use my post as a way to sell any possible perceived benefits of exhibiting with them. Having curated many art shows and several Arts Festivals over many years I believe I have a pretty good understanding of what it costs to stage an event of this nature. Hopefully anyone reading this and all the defensive, threatening and gaslighting responses to genuine reviewers is all anyone needs to read, as the saying goes, ‘if you are in a hole, stop digging.’

I visited the Holy Art Fair recently and was utterly disappointed with the shambolic event. I went to support my daughter (an artist) and was surprised at how badly run and inefficient the whole event was. Artists were crammed into small spaces and there was no breathing room to step back and admire a lot of the work on display.

Signage wise, there was a Holy Art Banner at the top of each stair case. Asides from this all signage was created by the artists themselves to help people navigate the veritable maze of rooms.

There was no disability access. The platform lift in Bargehouse DID NOT WORK. My (other) daughter in her manual wheelchair weighs approximately 100kg. The recommended maximum load for this lift is 225kg. She did not make it to the 1st floor in her manual wheelchair. Since the event I have personally contacted Coin Street (Bargehouse) regarding wheelchair access. I have provided them will all relevant details about weight/wheelchair/model and they have assured me that that is is suitable for this particular platform lift.

I also visited on the opening night. There was no 'reception'. There was no wine and no appetisers as expected.

Having seen your review responses across multiple platforms I'll end with Shakesphere ''The lady doth protest too much, methinks".

I went to this venue as a visitor and was dismayed at the state of the building. It felt unsafe dirty and unsuitable for an art event.The event was overcrowded and felt disorganised and there was too much art crammed into too little space so that the impact of the exhibits was too overwhelming and confusing. It was altogether badly presented and I would not go to this venue again

I visited the holy art gallery last month ln their event and I had a nice evening, i enjoyed the art and the team was lovely

I visited the Holy Art during the big fair in March 2023. The exhibition was impeccable, well organised and i felt i was in a grand art event made from people with experience and care. The facility was solid and indeed in line with the standards of such a big event. i wish that more such fairs are organised in the future, its really something to look forward to.

I visited The Holy Art gallery at the OXO Tower in March 2023. I was amazed of the variety of art and I actually purchased two artworks, from the 3rd and 4th floor.

Even though the place was busy and the waiting queue was long, it didn't take us long to get in. The staff was lovely, the security was very helpful and the building excellent! I liked the fact that the style of the building was industrial and I absolutely loved the lighting.

Plus, the location was amazing! Right in the city centre with easy access to transportation.

Definitely recommended to artists and I cannot wait for their next Art Fair.

It is a must experience if you are an art lover! Needless to say that the Holy art team is truly amazing, as always. I love the fact that you have the chance to see art from all over the world and meet new talents. 100% recommended!

Some great art but too many exhibits. The top floor was crammed and smelly. No disabled access either, they should not have had so many artists. Clearly a money making venture for the organisers.

We checked out the holy art fair held in the bargehouse, OXO tower wharf in March 2023 and really enjoyed it. It featured a wide variety of work of by a number of artists, with sculpture, paintings, photography, mixed media and digital work all on display, in what felt like a busy but inviting setting. Many of the artists were present and I really liked being able to meet several of them and talk about their work. Would be very keen to go again

Wow! The Holy Art Fair was really amazing! Saw the event online and immediately booked a ticket! Totally worth it! So many talented artists on every floor of this amazing historical building! I truly enjoyed visiting this fair!

Overall, it was a great experience! Inspiring art pieces and a friendly team hosting the event! Will go to the next one for sure!

Had an amazing time at the art fair, team was super accommodating and helpful. Was an amazing experience to be involved with some amazing people and would love to do more in the future! Thank you!

This place is a joke. They're all about taking your money - they don't care bout promoting you and your art. Avoid like fire.