Team

Amy is a Senior Manager responsible for the Bristol and Bath galleries. Since joining the Hidden team in December 2020, Amy has loved the variety of Hockney pieces that have come through the gallery. The artist's series of 'Home Made Prints' are among her favourites. 

Joe is a Picture Framer based at Hidden's workshop in Bristol. He joined Hidden in 2019 after the sale of his successful picture framing business and contributes over 35 years of knowledge and expertise to the team. Joe loves the work of Bridget Riley and is proud to have framed many of her prints over the years.

The Hidden Galleries are owned and run by me, Chris Kendall. I'm a Yorkshireman/Bristolian hybrid, which explains my love of pork pies and cider, brass bands and Massive Attack. After departing the Lake District in a tank top and a beret to join the RAF in 1978, I moved on to work for the government and run businesses in retail and publishing before finally realising my dream of playing for Bradford City opening an art gallery.

My life as a collector started with a pair of Dali etchings and then over time gathering a small collection. I loved finding exciting works of art, and experiencing the thrill of owning and sharing these incredible slices of history.

So, in 2014 Hidden was born with a plan to offer not only the best art by the most notable artists, but to change the perception of what a gallery is. We offer serious art, in a fun, relaxed environment, with all the help you need from our knowledgeable and approachable team.

At Hidden, you will find work in a variety of mediums by renowned artists, from Picasso and Matisse to Tracey Emin, Damien Hirst and Banksy alongside inspirational art by carefully chosen contemporary artists.

Poppy joined Hidden in 2018 as a gallery assistant in the Clifton Arcade. Poppy has since had the privilege of playing a role in the company’s growth from a small start-up with only two employees, to a thriving team of 12 with four galleries and a framing workshop.

As the Director of Operations, Poppy is responsible for the efficient and effective functioning of the business. She works closely with the team to develop and implement strategies that ensure we provide the highest level of service to our clients.

Poppy’s favourite artist is Andy Warhol; not only because his bold and vibrant colours are visually captivating, but because his commentary on consumer culture has only become more relevant with time.

Janey is the Office Manager, She joined Hidden in February 2022 and is based at the Head Office located in Bedminster adjacent to the Hidden framing workshop.

Janey is particularly keen on Bridget Riley, Andy Warhol, and Tracey Emin, (although she would be very happy to have any of the pieces in Hidden's collection on her wall!).