Walking into the Inspires Art Gallery, in Oxford, is always an exciting experience, as the collection of paintings, sculptures and prints displayed here is constantly changing. Vibrant new works make this venue difficult to pass without paying a visit. Inspires is one of 250 galleries nationwide that are linked to the Own Art Scheme which enables art lovers to pay for a contemporary work of art over a period of ten months without paying interest on the loan. The scheme has been created to make art collecting affordable for everyone.

At the moment a fine collection of bronze pieces by Loet Vanderveen catch the eye immediately. The Bull Toro (pictured) is particularly striking, and not just because of its gilded horns. Like all his works, it captures the very essence of this magnificent animal. What’s more, its highly polished patina, created by working acids into the molten bronze, makes it a very tactile piece which you are encouraged to touch.

The subtle patinas this technique creates range from shades of silver, ebony, to caramels and rich burgundies, then through to ice blue, descending to the deepest shades of black. They are simply stunning.

Dion Salvador Lloyd’s paintings are worthy of a mention too. This up and coming, highly collectable artist aims to make works that people can fall into. He has certainly achieved his aim – the four Turneresque seascapes displayed at the gallery are amazing, due perhaps to Dion’s constant search of light and the fact there are no clear-cut clouds or forms. Everything recognisable is removed, leaving the viewer with movement and colour. But that is enough to allow us to embrace the mood of the work. Dion says that his purpose in life is to leave something behind that is good and beautiful – if you view these paintings, I am confident you will agree that he has already done that.

Sue Howell’s Limited edition prints are fun – particularly Pulling Power which depicts a man and his dog both struggling in opposite directions. All dog lovers will recognise that moment that the dog decides to change direction and does so with gusto. The rising blocks of colourful buildings that make up the backdrop add an element of fun to this work, which is one of many of Sue’s pieces on show at the moment.

I have named but three talented artists whose work is currently displayed at Inspires – visit the gallery for yourself and you will discover there are many more whose work should also have been mentioned.