Friday 26 August 2011

Brenda Hartill R E - Cambridge Contemporary Art Exhibition

Studio 1.1 Lottery Show 2012


They still don't care who you are...its a Lottery pure and simple!
























Studio1.1 will for the third year running guarantee a four-week solo show to one artist.

This open submission will be decided entirely by random.

Selection: There is a strict limit of 500 entries. There will be no judging of entries, there will be no limit upon the type or size of work (entrants are encouraged to be as ambitious as possible). The reference number of each entry will be the serial number of a limited-edition print by David Ben White (New Contemporaries 2011). 1 print purchased at £10 = 1 entry.

To coincide with Frieze and the Art Fair season the winning ticket will be drawn in public in the gallery on the Sunday of that weekend, 17th October 2011.

The solo show will run for four weeks as part of the studio1.1's 2012 programme.

100 per cent of the funds raised will go towards the gallery's running costs.

There is no restriction on the number of prints an individual may purchase.
www.studio1-1.co.uk/ltd-ed-print_ls2012.html







Sunday 21 August 2011

Creative Coast Newsletter







SPOTLIGHT

Saturday 27 August 
  4 - 10pm

Spotlight is an ambitious evening of bold, experimental and specially-commissioned performances, installations & interactive activities parading along the seafront from St Leonards to Hastings Old Town on Saturday 27 August.
Spotlight takes place on the opening weekend of the Coastal Currents arts festival, starting at 4pm at St Leonards Gardens with an installation 'Liquid Glass'.
The musical procession moves along the promenade to Bottle Alley, joined by the Bohemia Ukulele Orchestra, then the pier, where decorated cyclists Pier to Eternity climb on board.
The parade continues past a large choir based on the swan boating lake, to Stade Hall and Open Space, where the festival is launched with speeches and refreshments, and where a number of performances and free activities will be taking place. These include Jenny Edbrookes 'Smalls' installation & performance, free LED badge-making, traditional seaside games, a pop-up metal detector museum with Eight Foot Square, paper couture dresses, 'Cabinet of Wonder' theatrical life drawing sessions, a tightrope show and the Coastal Currents taster exhibition, with a selection of work from throughout the festival on show.
The final leg of the procession takes participants through a sound installation in the Harold Place Underpass to Wellington Square Gardens, where Radiator Arts will have a large illuminated sculptural installation, 'The Lost Plot'.
We encourage as many people to come along and to join in. Liquid Glass is on the look out for singers and noise-makers for the early leg, and the Ukulele Orchestra encourage you to bring your own instrument tuned GCEA, to play along to a giant C6 chord.
Artist Maika Crampton will be running a paper couture workshop on Thursday 25, 6-9pm- come along to make a paper hat or fascinator, and wear it to Spotlight on the 27th.
BuildBrighton will be running two free LED badge-making workshops- one at 1-4pm and one in the evening from 7pm. We recommend you book to guarantee a place.
Full details are available in the brochure, and the special Spotlight fold-out map (see image above) which are distributed around Hastings & St Leonards (come to Stade Hall for additional copies.) Or check the Spotlight page on the website: http://www.coastalcurrents.org.uk
A Point of Transformation - Body, Space and Imagination with Yumino Seki
Monday 22 August            7-9pm
Movement is essential to our lives and is our expression.  This workshop explores our field of perception through movement. Reconnecting the mental, physical and emotional body through game, relaxation and partner work we will be looking at our internal and external world and how they are connected to inform our imagination.
Participants are encouraged to apply this material to their own practice and are asked to bring their own tools such as drawing, painting, writing materials and a camera. Please wear comfortable clothes to move around.
To book please contact creativecoastmail@gmail.com, or call 07841757866
LED BADGE MAKING with BuildBrighton
Saturday 27 August 1-4pm and 7pm - 8.30pm
Free family workshop; Join BuildBrighton to create luminescent pin badges, that track your movement, emit visible colours and non-visible infra-red light. Participate in Spotlight event at the Stade Hall and spread light and love throughout the night!
Places limited, recommended to book, call 078417575866 or email creativecoastmail@gmail.com
Paper Fascinators with Maika Crampton
Thursday 25 August 7-9pm
Create your own paper fascinator with Maika Crampton. A fun evening event to learn how to make your own exquisite fascinator! Opportunity to wear your fascinator with pride at the Spotlight event on Saturday 27 August at Stade Hall.
To book a place please contact creativecoastmail@gmail.com or call 07841757866
ADULT WORKSHOP: Free Range Narratives with Illustrator Louise Smith
Monday 29 August 2-4pm
A workshop that explores ways in which new images and visual narratives can be generated from a piece of text and objects. The workshop will follow a set of exercises that experiment with image making and the relationship between image and text. The aim is to create new ways of working and produce unexpected outcomes. Materials will be provided or participants are welcome to bring their own.
To book a place email creativecoastmail@gmail.com or call 07841757866






Thursday 18 August 2011

Pure Arts Group Selected Artist Paul Apps Newletter



Paul Apps Fine Art 

Newsletter #7                                                                                   18th August 2011


'It has been a while.'

It has always been my intention to create at least one newsletter every month, so far I have failed in that task, but remain hopeful that normal service will resume shortly. So here we are with newsletter number 7.
It contains a little older news to bring you up to speed.
If this is the first email that you have received from me I welcome you and hope that you will enjoy its content.





Latest painting on offer


There are far to many new images to show you all here, so I have added just a few to tempt you.
All my images that are for sale can be viewed on my new website at http://www.paulappsfineart.weebly.com



A Perfect Retrieve

Oil on canvas

14"x 28"

£2,600











Across Open Ground

Oil on canvas

14" x 28"

£2,600








End of the Season

Oil on canvas

12" x 24"

£1,750











Zambian Twins

Oil on canvas

12" x 16"

£1,200




Brand new website

I have been very busy recently building an all new website to eventually replace my old one. The banner at the top of this newsletter is the same as the new website. Please click on the link and check out my paintings and information. Although live some pages are still being created and so book mark the site and please pop back frequently to see how it is developing. I also have an e-commerce facility for selling and ordering prints and originals with a paypal link provided.
New site                                                             Old Site

http://www.paulappsfineart.weebly.com                                       http://www.paulapps.com








Grand Auctions

I have been asked to enter work into and support Grand Auctions based in Folkestone, Kent. The owner is a great guy by the name of Jonathon Riley, who has been very supportive of my work for some time. Jonathan has organised an art auction twice each year. The latest auction being held mainly on-line is on
28th September 2011.
There will be three paintings by me in this auction so it will be a chance to own my work at a price free from gallery commissions.

If you are interested in bidding during or before this event and for the viewing dates might I suggest you call me or better still contact Jonathan at Grand Auctions. 01303 220440 or email him on info@grandauctions.co.uk


Entries on offer for you to bid on are as follows

Lot 301 Botany Bay 12" x 16" oil ( Knife) on panel ( No Photo available, can be seen in the online auction catalogue being uploaded shortly)






Lot 305

Saltwood Oak

24" x 36"



















Lot 361

Widgeon on the Turn

Oil on canvas

20" x 30"



















Teaching and workshops


I have been requested to conduct one to one workshops in 2011 and I have responded by setting up their availability. Each day long workshop starts at 10am and finishes around 5.00pm. Lunch, refreshments and materials are all provided. I personally demonstrate, coach you and tailor the day for you alone. It can be in any subject in oils, acrylics or pencil. I cater for students of all abilities and ages. The cost is £185 for the first day or if more are booked in sequence subsequent days are £160. So call me on 01303 265126 to book your space.




Last En Plein Air Workshop for 2011

There are a few spaces only left for my last 2011 plein air workshop.
This one is being h
eld in Rye, East Sussex on Tuesday 20th September 2011. The day starts at 10am and finishes around 5pm. You will need to bring the materials of your choice, a packed lunch, warm clothes and car park fees. I will demonstrate twice during the day and coach you on your own work as well. The day is relaxed and informal, fun for all abilities. I also conduct them away from large crowds.
Cost £ 50.00. Call me on 01303 265126 to reserve one of the final spaces for 2011.


Older news

2011 has been a year of highs and lows, though a rewarding journey I have to say.

                                The year started with my annual visit to Hythe Arts Society where I gave a lively lecture and demontration in Acrylics. Many mixed shows including Folkestone, Rochester and Perth. Indeed 2011 saw my work for the first time shown at the Scottish Game Fair in July.







My publishers have launched several new print editions this year, more information below. The new prints were launched at this years CLA Game fair held at Blenheim Palace. It was a great show for me as I had hoped for, catching up with clients new and old, friends as well, whilst painting on the Sally Mitchell stand. My originals were shown there and on the Birds Birds Birds stand.

I enjoyed a day on the Louise fishing boat watching the Swale barge race where once again I gathered great reference for new marine paintings for the coming year. I even managed a little plein air study on the deck.

I had a chance to visit the British Wildlife Centre near Lingfield in Surrey in June. What a productive trip it was, and I cannot recommend a visit more highly. The reference I gained was outstanding and so watch this space for new images and the chance to own them before they go on exhibition.
                                                                                                                        I guess the highlight of my year so far was once more having my work shortlisted for the David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the year for 2011. The competition culminated in a show for all shortlisted images at the Mall Galleries in London. My work 'Heed My Warning' looked great in its space on the wall. Sadly I did not win, but I have been shortlisted every year I have entered, so I feel that alone is a good achievement.Then there is always next year.


Heed My Warning oil on canvas 100cm x 80 cm

£5,750 available.








Pure Arts Group

I have been accepted into the Pure Arts Group for 2011 where I will be showing three works in their main event at the Battle Art Fair at the Powder Mills Hotel, Powder Mill Lane Battle TN33 0SP. Friday 16th to Friday 23rd September 2011 Go to http://www.pureartsgroup.co.uk for more information.

I have also been asked to exhibit more of my work at this event within the hotel itself. So between 7 and 12 more paintings will be on show, some for the very first time.

I will also be painting at this venue for Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th of September 2011. So if you are in that area please pop in and support the show and have a chat with me.






New book on painting dogs

I am pleased to report that Search Press have commissioned a new book from me as an art instructional book on painting Dogs and Puppies as part of their ever expanding range of guides in the art field. I start work upon it very soon and I hope it will be released during late 2012/ early 2013.
This is a step up from the many articles on painting I have written in the past and it is hoped the start of many titles to come.







New Prints

Sally Mitchell Fine Art has added more of my work to an increasing portfolio of my images.











Looking to Retrieve

395 copies only signed.

12" x 18"
£55















Across Open Ground

395 copies Signed

9" x 18"

£55.00
















Upcoming Show.


My lovely wife Catherine and I are showing together for the very first time at The Art Room in Ashford later in the year.

Catherine will be showing many of her lovely feline paintings from large predators to domestic cats. I shall be showing a larger assortment of work from wildlife through to landscapes and plein air studies, including some of those from my trip in Provence last year.
This show starts from Thursday 2oth October and ends Tuesday 15th November 2011 at the Artroom, 16 North Street, Ashford, Kent TN24 8JR
For more information please call Emma Dove on Ashford 01233 665845

The Preview evening is on the 20th October, please let Emma know in advance if you are planning to attend thank you.

Catherine and I look forward to greeting friends and clients on the 2oth



Contact Information

Paul Apps Fine Art
55, Brockhill Road,
Saltwood
Hythe,
Kent
CT21 4AG
U.K.
0044 (0) 1303 265126
mobile 07746 887815


















Keith Siddle SOLO EXHIBITION















Keith Siddle Solo Exhibition

Showing until 17th September

Pure Arts Group 2011 selected artist Keith Siddle, renowned for his Koi 
and Tropical Marine fish paintings has an exhibition of over 40 paintings 
at the Portico Gallery, Riverhead, Kent
Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm running until the 17th September.  

Other topics include; Turtles, Lobsters, Food art, Sunflowers, Butterflies and Orchids. 

Keith’s paintings are a snapshot of nature, where motion becomes still.
  
Detailed studies combined with dynamic compositions and vibrant colours.  
Often, but not always, fish.

“Having painted and been fascinated by wildlife since childhood, 
when I first became a professional artist I initially decided to concentrate 
on one subject and chose for their power, grace and colour variations the 
oriental and beautifully ornamental fish, Nishikigoi (Koi).

I’ve embraced the same work ethos that the most eminent Japanese Koi breeders use in nurturing their Champions: Dedication, patience, detail, enthusiasm and passion.

These skills have enabled me to expand and experiment with my subject matter, from Tropical Marine fish and other Sealife inspired by my scuba diving experiences to Food Art, inspired by…..eating!”

Tuesday 16 August 2011

ART IN ROMNEY MARSH 2011

Pure Arts Group Selected Artist, Sharifa Brooks Read, Wins Prestigious Cork Street Gallery Prize

Cork Street Gallery London

2011 Open Exhibition Prizes Announced

Cash prizes were awarded by the judges across all categories for overall best of show and runner-up, as well as best of show from a young artist (under 22). The visitor's choice prize is voted on by visitors throughout the course of the exhibition and announced at the end of the show.


Cash Prize Awards

Grand Prize Award ~

Divide and Conker, by Simon Shepherd
Ceramic, 30cm x 35cm x 35cm
£2,500 Cash Prize

Runner Up Prize Award ~

Pleading Affluenza by Eliza Bennett
Textile, Glass & Wood - 30cm x 23cm x 23cm
£1,000 Cash Prize


Visitor's Choice Award £750
Yet to be Determined


Young Artist Award ~

Galaxies, by Maximillion Ghose
Drawing, 44cm x 54cm
£750 Cash Prize



Category Prizes Featuring Materials & Services


Diemar/Noble Photography Prize




Formations, From the Series "And then..."
by Jo Metson & Nicola Yeoman


AC Art & Framing Prize
Tony Feld - Selfridges

Selfridges by Tony Feld

Intaglio Printmaker Prize
Nightflyers II by Sharifa Brooks Read

Nightflyers II by Sharifa Brooks Read



Derwent Drawing Prize


Metropolis by Hanna ten Doorkaat


Thursday 11 August 2011

HIVES BY DAVID DIXON 13 - 21 AUGUST @ STADE HALL HASTINGS

Hives

David Dixon


13- 21 August Tues- Sun 10 - 4pm
Private View: Friday 12 August, 6pm


David Dixon is a nationally exhibiting installation artist, currently based in the South of England. Uncertainty, impermanence and the active role of subjectivity are central to his work, which refers to modern physics and cognitive science.     
More recently, Dixon's work has been evolving into an increasingly process-oriented exploration, often expressing itself through the use of particle-based materials such as dyed rice-flour and quartz powder.
He uses the impermanency of the unfixed dust, and it's potential to be damaged, in order to frame the work as a process rather than a discrete object.
The use of books is also an important element in his work. As well as being multi-facetted cultural devices, rich with associations of history, knowledge, identity and memory, he also uses them in a sculptural way, emphasising their phenomenological aspects.

David Dixon has created an intriguing site specific installation using books within the new building the Stade Hall as part of the programme Project, funded by Hastings Borough Council and coordinated by Creative Coast.

http://www.coastalcurrents.org.uk

Stade Hall, The Stade, Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, TN34 3FJ


ART & SOUL @ FALMER - OPENS 28 AUG 2011

Wanted - local people to get involved in DLWP TV coverage




The De La Warr Pavilion will be hosting two TV programmes this August – and need your help to provide an audience!

BBC South East LIVE

On Friday 19 August, BBC South East will record LIVE from the De La Warr Pavilion rooftop as part of their Festival Fridays tour.  They would like people to come up to the roof to provide a background crowd whilst interviews are taking place between 6 and 7pm.  The cocktail bar will be open and the music will be playing as usual on a Friday evening. 

The Bexhill Rowing Club will also be holding an event that evening in the DLWP auditorium where members of the public can bid for items donated to raise money for the fit-out of their new boathouse. http://www.nextwaveboathouse.com/Auction

Why not make an evening of it?!

BBC 2 Flog It! 

Following its successful appearance on Flog It last year, the producers of this popular BBC2 TV series have decided to hold  their valuation day at DLWP on Wednesday 24th August  from 9.30am until 4.00pm. 
Rather like a treasure hunt, members of the public are invited to bring along the antiques and collectables they might be interested in selling. Once valued, the owner and team of experts decide whether it should go forward for auction.  If the item is chosen it is sold a few weeks later – often with the owner making a tidy sum.  

Everyone who goes along to the Valuation Day will receive a valuation – even if their antiques are not chosen to go forward for auction.

Weather permitting this will be an outdoor event (indoors if wet).

The DLWP look forward to seeing you there!