The Picture Library
We have hundreds of original works of art to choose from and borrow; whether you’re into landscapes or abstracts, historic or contemporary art, crazy about Matisse or passionate about Moore, there’s a work of art for everyone to enjoy at home.
Gift Membership
You can help us spread the love of art and support the Picture Library by treating someone special to a Picture Library Gift Membership.
- £84 payable by cash or card
- 1 piece of artwork
- up to 1 year / up to 4 artwork swaps
- no minimum period contract
Gift Memberships are available to purchase in person in the shop at Leeds Art Gallery, or available below online, with a gift package being posted. The 12 month membership period begins only after the first artwork is borrowed.
How it works
Individual
£7 per month for one artwork | £14 per month for two artworks | Unlimited swaps
Third Sector
£35 per month* | Up to five artworks
Business
£95 per month* | Up to eight artworks
Gift Membership
£84 per year for one artwork | Up to four artwork swaps | No minimum period contract
Scheme length and payments
All Picture Library membership options are 12 month contracts, billed monthly. Your contract will be renewed automatically every 12 months unless you contact us to cancel it.
Your monthly membership fee is paid by Direct Debit, an easy and convenient way to pay.
How to become a member
To become a member, simply come to one of our selection dates at Leeds Art Gallery and complete an application form.
We will need to make a copy of your ID and run a soft credit check in order to set you up for Direct Debit payments. Please make sure you bring a valid proof of ID with you on the day.
Choosing artworks
Choosing and exchanging works of art couldn’t be easier. We host special selection events at Leeds Art Gallery four times a year where works of art from our collection are displayed in frames ready for selection. You can select your favourite works and take them away the same day.
Tax information
Personal plan prices are inclusive of VAT and open to residents based in Yorkshire only.
*Business and Third sector plan prices are exclusive of VAT and open to private, public and third sector organisations based in the Yorkshire region only.
Picture Library Selection Weekends
Don’t miss our lively and much-loved Picture Library Selection Weekends. Upcoming weekends will be featured below.
Help support the arts
More than 500 works of art from our collection are currently in homes, offices and community centres across Yorkshire. We collaborate with many organisations to foster an active interest in the visual arts, improve wellbeing in hospitals and inspire learning in classrooms.
We are generously supported by Arts Council England who help cover some of our costs. The rest comes from people like you. Your membership fees and donations help fund our ongoing program supporting young and emerging artists.
Further information
For further information or to ask a question, please contact us.