The past few months have been exciting for Atomica and whilst it might seem like we’ve gone quiet, we’ve actually been busy working hard, plotting and planning the launch of our new space. Atomica Gallery & Shop will be opening in April 2013 as part of a brand new independent retail development: The Village Green at Hackney Downs Studios. We always wanted a permanent home for Atomica and following the success of our pop-up in December we were able to make it happen! Our new spot in Hackney is perfect, it’s been very exciting to see the building develop, see below for some pictures.
As well as offering our ever-changing range of affordable framed limited edition prints, collectable objects and magazines, we will be announcing details of forthcoming exhibitions and events in the coming months. We’ve recently added some amazing international artists to our roster as well as expanding our collection to include several new pieces from our current artists. Brand spanking new to Atomica will be a range of carefully selected art and culture books from some of our favorite publishers and artists. We can’t wait to get the keys and start moving in!
The Village Green will also be home to some other amazing independent shops: Portamento, Smoking Gun Vintage, Multemyr and The Hackney Peddler. Bringing you the best in custom bikes, vintage clothing and homewares from around the world, stylish sustainable womenswear and handpicked designer clothing, accessories, photography, Italian food and more. We’ve met the neighbours and they are awesome! The Village Green is the latest project from the creative team who run Hackney Downs Studios which was once a redundant printwork factory and is now home to loads of interesting studios and small businesses. There is also a lovely cafe and venue, The Russet, and various other event spaces.
To celebrate the opening of the new shop fronts there will a big launch party on Thursday 18th April from 6-9pm. Come on down and check out our brand new gallery and the other Village Green shops. There will be beer provided by our new neighbours Signature Brew and an afterparty at The Russet. Hope to see you all there!
