I have about 20 picture frames of various sizes wth glass and hardboard
or cardboard backing. They would be suitable for framing paintings in
pastel or watercolour. Would any BAS members be interested in
collecting them? Joe Bleasdale Little Orchard, Hardway Bruton BA10 0LN
tel. 01749812393
Thur 18 Jan 2018 Following our well attended A.G.M. (46) at which our constitution was ratified and two new members elected onto our committee, Dorrie Peat and Arabella Beveridge. Continue reading BAS 18th January. Tim Craven on Camden Town Group and AGM
“Telling tales in pictures” A painting course with David Cuthbert.
This course to be held at Dillington House (near Ilminster) from Fri 2nd to Sun 4th February.
Finding a way to use memory, and to get imagination going – with reference to Goya, Picasso, Beckman, Kitaj, and Hockney.
Using drawing, collage, and mixed media.
Prices : resident £321 Non resident 215
To find out more and book a place call
Dillington House 01460 258648
Sue Edwards
On Thursday 7th December the Bruton Art Society held its Christmas Party, at which new members were welcomed. We were also fortunate to receive an excellent lecture by James Russell on the work and life of the artist and designer Eric Ravilious. Ravilious was one of the most original and promising young artists in Britain in the 1930s. An official war artist in the Second World War his life was tragically cut short in a plane accident in 1942. Continue reading James Russell – Ravilious a life in pictures. 7-12-2017
On visiting Sue in her home for this profile I was greeted enthusiastically by her dog and the first picture that caught my eye was her painting of that dog. Pet portraits can often be disappointing but this one stands out as exceptional. It tells us so much not only about a much loved and loving pet, but also about Sue’s exceptional abilities as an artist. Continue reading Profile on Sue Hardy
For an unforgettable exhibition and for a visit to a gallery which really does compete with Hauser and Wirth as a stunning setting, a visit to Messums at Tisbury is a must. The current INSTALLATION is by the little known in England but famous in the USA 71 yr old JUDY PFAFF . Designed for this exhibition and this setting by her in the beautiful tithe barn and adjoining modern gallery the result is amazing. To give you a taste here are some images. For more details visit MESSUMS WILTSHIRE.COM Continue reading Messums Tisbury SP3 6LW up to 26th Nov. JUDY PFAFF
Click on the page /menu heading to see 2017 Exhibition. All the images. With over two hundred works on display, this year’s exhibition is one we are proud of.
PRESS RELEASE: 165 ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITION – OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS
165 Annual Open Exhibition RWA, Queens Road, Bristol, BS8 1PX Continue reading RWA Submissions 2017 Now Open
Silk Painting. Create Something Beautiful
For years BAS member Margaret Kelly has been teaching individuals and classes how to produce stunning paintings on silk and she will be running two one day courses at Bayford Village Hall on June 14th and 15th 10 am to 4 pm. She provides expert tuition and all the materials you will need for £40 for each day. Beginners are welcome and participants are often amazed at what they are able to produce.
To book your place call Margaret on 01963 32627.