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I’m so thankful for the return of this great opportunity for me to paint in front of thousands every day as well as meet with people during creative workshops. A fantastic programme of events once again…
For booking go to www.springharvest.org/book
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Local artists and ‘A’ Level students from Devonport High School for Girls are exhibiting together for the third year running. Once again this successful partnership is being celebrated with the production of a book showcasing some of the artworks. Signed copies will be available to purchase at the event.
If you would like to come to the open evening please let me know via the contact page.
Sherwell Centre
University of Plymouth
North Hill
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It’s a privilege to be invited back as an artist, for this annual multi denominational Christian event in Minehead. It will be good to meet up with fellow artist Debs Last, as we paint in the Big Top every day in front of four thousand guests – yikes! Guess it’s time to practice painting big and fast! Here’s a flavour of this years theme.
The 66 volumes by more than three-dozen authors make this book we call the Bible, a little library. It’s a repository of reference; a treasure chest of truth; a library of lives. Core themes run like rivers through the texts. Questions asked in ages past are answered in dreams of the future. Promises made in times of need are fulfilled in times of grace.
This event is held at Butlins Minehead which is on the Somerset coast, South West of Bristol,
TA24 5SH
For bookings of 20+ adults (aged 15+) call the Groups line in Minehead on 0845 070 4764
(Monday – Friday, 9.30am -5.00pm)
For bookings of fewer than 20 adults, call Butlins Central Reservations on 0845 070 4743
(Monday – Sunday, 9.00am – 9.00pm)
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‘Churches Together in Plymouth’ are hosting a special evening consisting of a three course dinner, for all Christian Church Leaders wives. I am the after dinner speaker and will be showing various pieces of art as I speak.
‘The Brickfields’
Plymouth Albion Rugby Club
Maddon Road
PL1 4NE
www.plymouthalbion.com
£15 per person
All bookings to be made with Joanna Bound
01752 510022 ctipchaplain@gmail.com
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My paintings will be displayed at this event and I will be speaking about some of them on Saturday evening. I will also be available throughout the evening if you would like to ask any questions.
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An exhibition comprising of sculpture and paintings from various artists in the South West.
Myself and a few other artists will be giving a talk about our work, at the Harbour House Gallery on Saturday 12th March at 11.00 am. If you are interested in gaining more insight into the artist’s journey whilst engaging with this project, then do come along to listen and ask questions.
The opening view is being held on Tuesday 8th March from 7.00pm – 9.00pm.
Please let me know via the contact page if you would like to attend.
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A talk and creative workshop reminding us of why we give and receive gifts at this time of year. An opportunity to slow down amidst the busyness of the festive season and reflect upon the true meaning of Christmas – whilst creating a gift to take home.
Hot chocolate, coffee, and of course chocolate treats to nibble will be provided!!
This is a free event hosted by Chocacino – a cosy coffee shop speacializing in handmade chocolates.
Chocacino
58 Southside Street
The Barbican
Plymouth
PL1 2LA
To reserve your place please phone the shop on 01752 256655
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Women are invited to a special evening which includes a two course meal followed by an exhibition of paintings to the theme of ‘The Bride and the Dance.’ I will be speaking about the story that inspired this body of work, the meaning behind it, and the personal journey that ran alongside.
Liberty Suite – above Jericho’s Bistro
Liberty House
Launceston
£10 per person
All bookings to be made by 21st September with Events Co-ordinator
Claire 01752 845596 or Julie 01566 779161
(Please leave message if unavailable)
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This will be an evening of showing paintings and sharing my journey as an artist. I will be speaking about the connection between my Christian faith, the process of painting and the finished work. You are welcome to just turn up at this free event. Refreshments provided.
St. Johns Church
Church Hill Road
Hooe
PL9 9SE
For more information contact Heather Broom – local Branch Co-ordinator Mother’s Union.
01752 311233 (please leave message if unavailable)
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An exhibition at the Duchy Square Art Centre with various local artists and ‘A’ Level students from Devonport High School for Girls and Plymstock School. To celebrate and encourage collaboration between the artists a book has also been produced showcasing these works. This is a project that looks set to develop further over the years.
If you would like to come to the open evening, please let me know via the contact page.
Duchy Square Art Centre
Princetown
A Sense of Place in Time
My work always has a narrative and the titles I’ve given the paintings are important to me. But the narrative is not limited to the words I have chosen. As you respond to what you see, you are invited to be a part of the story.
How Great Thou Art
Recently, somebody was looking at this sunset painting and asked if I had intended including a bridge within it, commenting that it had a celestial feel. He did not know that it was called ‘How Great Thou Art’ and indeed points to the Ultimate Creator. There is an old proverb saying, “Life is a bridge. Cross over it, but build no house on it”. This reminds me that I am here for a purpose but not at my final destination. So I can only think of my ‘Sense of Place in Time’ in the light of eternity. My earthly existence is a fleeting breath of about 75 years if I’m lucky – until death demolishes my body.
Plymouth – Maker Heights View
I have included the painting of Plymouth because it is the ‘Place’ where I have lived so far. Since its completion, the landscape has already changed. The demolition of the huge Grain Silo caused quite a stir, but a few years later I don’t suppose it’s hardly thought of. A sobering reminder of what happens with the passing of time.
Freedom Blue
I find it liberating, when I think about living in the present whilst simultaneously looking beyond the here and now: this brings a freedom to my soul.
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This is a solo exhibition complementing the ‘Light out of Darkness’ performance. The exhibition is open throughout the weekend, from 7.00pm on Friday. It is being held outside Theatre 1 in the Roland Levinsky Building.
I will be there at the end of Friday nights’ performance and throughout Saturday evening. Please drop in at any time.
Roland Levinsky Building
University of Plymouth
Poster and flyer artwork by Owen Jones