Dear Fellow Artist
Happy New Year! This is a brief note to introduce some new initiatives
at Bromley Art Society.
Firstly, you are receiving the first of an occasional email newsletter.
It is being sent to all those whose email address the society holds. If
you would rather not receive further emails, please remove yourself (you
will have received instructions on this) or let me know and I shall
do it for you.
The newsletter is intended to keep you up to date with our meetings and
with the website - our second initiative. You will find the site at
www.bromleyartsociety.org.uk. It is in its early days, but already lists
the meeting for the year ahead. If you join the website, you will be
able to post comments and messages in the forums - and we should love
to hear from you. Do let us know what else would be useful. And yes of
course we hope to have some pictures of members' work soon!
A word of explanation - you need to "join" this sort of newsletter and
the website to protect you and everyone else from spam. This is just to
ensure that you are who you say you are. Bromley Art Society is not
going to do anything else with your details.
Finally, a word from Christine Richards, our Publicity Secretary:
"It would be great if we could have lots of people at the AGM on 1
February so that we can get lots of ideas about what people would like
from their Society. As a committee member, it can sometimes be
frustrating that we have so little feedback as to whether or not we are
getting things right. I am sure that there are many members out there
who would like to share thoughts, aspirations and ideas. Please come to
the meeting and tell us what you think!"
I look forward to seeing you at the meeting.
Regards
--
Adrian Fowle
webmaster@bromleyartsociety.org.uk
We will be holding a mini auction at the AGM. Lots will include an
original painting by Charles Evans, brand new DVD player , Imperial
size sheets of watercolour paper , and much more. If you have
something you would like to enter please contact Peter Dinsmore.
Remember our main auction will be later in the year, probably May when
you will have the opportunity to submit lots of items.
See you on the 1st of February.
Ann Holdway
Secretary, Bromley Art Society
Here's a brief reminder of the next "Illustrated Lecture" at Bromley Art
Society.
John Kay will be giving a demonstration on Oil Painting, this Friday 7th
March at 8pm in the Verrall Hall, United Reform Church, Widmore Road,
Bromley. Non members are welcome too (at a cost of £2).
I find it fascinating to see a professional artist produce a painting
from start to finish - even with the artificial constrant of a 2 hour
meeting. We had some superb demonstrations last year and I am looking
forward to this year's too. Come and join us and let's give John Kay a
lively audience. See the Full Programme.
I should like to remind you also of the society's website. A few members
have already put their pictures in the gallery section. Individually
they are lovely, but as a collection they show what a diverse group we
are. There are ceramics and mosaics in addition to drawings and
paintings. Beginner or expert, whatever your medium, show us what you
can do and create your own mini gallery! There is space for several
pictures each. If you need help on how to do this, drop me a line.
Finally, you should have received papers for the more traditional
exhibition of the works themselves. The Members' Spring Exhibition will
run from 3rd to 15th April in the Bromley Central Library. Entry
forms need to be with Ann Holdway, Hon Sec, by 22nd March. You can
email Ann through the contact form on the website.
See you on Friday!
If this is the first newsletter you have seen, then Welcome! I have been
cleaning up the membership lists and have added or corrected a few
email addresses. The newsletter is an occasional reminder from Bromley
Art Society of what we are up to.
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Our speaker next week is Andrew Herbert on "Influence of Old Masters on
Early Photography". Our editor has promised "something different" and
we hope as many members as possible will attend. Mr Herbert's talk will
deal with the relationship between painting and photography; how
composition of early phototgraphs was influenced by paintings. He wants
to explore 'what makes a good photograph' and 'what makes a good
painting', and also painting from photographs. He will cover changes in
photography when colour film became available. He is keen to get a
dialogue going by inviting members' questions and also posing some
questions of his own. He has promised to bring with him a display of
antique cameras. Friday 4th April 8pm, Verrall Hall, United Reform
Church, Widmore Road, Bromley. Non members are also welcome for a small
fee.
I should also like to draw your attention to not one but two exhibitions
by Bromley Art Society:
Firstly, The Society's Spring Exhibition will be held in Bromley Central
Library from 3rd to 15th April, including Sunday afternoons. This is
open to all members to exhibit and we are expecting a very broad range
of media and styles.
The second exhibtion is by those members of the Society who paint at
Ripley on Wednesday afternoons. The exhibition is entitled "Bromley
Artists on Show" and takes place at Ripley Arts Centre from 29th April
to 30th May, 24 Sundridge Av, Bromley BR1 2PX.
More information can be found on the website at
www.bromleyartsociety.org.uk. The website itself is progressing nicely.
If you have not seen it, or not recently, please have a look. I am
particularly keen to build up the gallery of members' works - any
member can have a space which will hold about 8 pictures. If you help
to do this, please let me know.
I hope you will join us for some or all of these events.
Dear Fellow Artist
Two items for you in the latest newsletter from Bromley Art Society - our May meeting on the 2nd and an auction on 10th May.
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ONE:
The next meeting of the Bromley Art Society will be next Friday, the 2nd May 2008. The Curator of the Bromley War Museum will be talking on "War-time Bromley through Art and Photography". I am sorry that I do not have the speaker's name to pass on to you. I am sure you agree that this will be a fascinating topic. It follows on nicely from the last talk which also linked art and photography in a different context and which generated quite lively discussion. I do hope that you will join us to make this event equally successful. As usual the talk starts at 8pm and takes place at Verrall Hall, United Reform Church, Widmore Road, Bromley. (This is next to the big Boots in the Glades).
TWO:
May also sees the Society's auction. A lot of work goes into this, and in previous years it has been very successful both at raising money (25% for the Society and 75% for you ...) and as a bit of fun.
The auction takes place on Saturday 10th May at the Greenacres Scout Hut, Tiepigs Lane, West Wickham.
The timetable is:
Delivery of items before 11:30am
Preview from 12:00 midday
Auction 2pm
Collection of unsold items 4:30pm
BAS members will have received forms for submission, but others are welcome to submit items and we need the following information:
1) Short description of each item
2) Reserve price
3) Name
4) Address
5) Telephone no
6) Email if applicable
These details need to be submitted to Ann Holdway, who will also field any queries.
Post: 78 Castlewood Drive, Eltham SE9 1NG
Phone: 020 8856 7717
Email: ann.holdway@talktalk.net
"Suggested Pieces for Auction" include paintings, etchings, prints, pottery, glass, china, jewellery, sculpture, books, small furniture etc etc.
The inevitable small print:
"Whilst every care is taken with objects in our possession, we are not insured against loss. Therefore we cannot accept responsibility shouldthis happen"
Procedures
1) Any breakages of lots or damages to lots during the auction to bepaid for at the reserve price or committee valuation.
2) If there is dispute as to the purchaser of any lot then at the discretion of the auctioneer that lot will be re-auctioned or withdrawn.
3) The committee reserves the right to withdraw any lot or amend thedescription as shown on the auction list.
4) For lots marked with a reserve: If the reserve price is not reached then the lot may be sold during or after the auction at or above the reserve quoted.
5) Successful bidders will be given a card showing their bid. This willbe receipted upon payment and the lot may only be removed from thepremises upon presentation of this card to a steward.
Here's the latest news from the Bromley Art Society.
The Society's monthly "lecture" this month takes the form of a "Criticism Evening" from Allan Davies. Please join us on Friday 6th June, 8pm, Verrall Hall, United Reform Church, Widmore Road, Bromley. This is his sales pitch: "Members should bring no more than one piece each for criticism. I prefer pieces with which the artist is not happy so that I with others
may suggest strategies to 'save' the works.
Criticism of a piece of artwork centres upon looking for the good rather
than the bad. As both 'good' and 'bad' are subjective an evening of
criticism will involve the artist and everybody else present putting in their ha'penny worth.
To be a little more objective we will analyse how line, shape, form, texture, space and colour value works in a piece of artwork whatever the medium."
One of the first BAS meetings I went to was a similar evening, which I greatly enjoyed. I think Allan is rather brave to do this ... (Did someone mention Daniel and lions?)
The Ripley Wednesday painting sessions will be all day from JULY, starting at 10am. Come for the morning, afternoon or both! There will be further details in The Easel soon.
Pat Tucker is showing an exhibition entitled "Architecture: Land and Sea" at the Ripley Art Centre, 24 Sundridge Avenue, Bromley, BR1 2PX. From 3rd June to 27th June 2008. There will be an open evening on 3rd June 2008 7-9pm.
Pat is keen to see as many members as possible take up the invitation.
There are now instructions for creating your own gallery on the website. There is also a link at the top of the Gallery page. Please have a go! We have some excellent entries already, but there must be more than 9 Artists in the society - that's not even a coven.
I have tried, and failed, to find some one else to write this month's newsletter. So I have to tell you about the monthly lecture and what an exciting event it will be etc, - even though I am the speaker. I am talking about "The Science of Colour".
Friday 4th July. 8pm
Verrall Hall, United Reform Church, Widmore Road, Bromley.
This evening will also feature the unveiling of the society's new projector, which I shall be using in my talk.
There is a new entry in the members' galleries this month. You can explore the whole gallery here. We also have a few new members of the website, including an intriguing scarlet lady. There is plenty of room for more gallery entries, so please join the site and put your pictures on show. Instructions are available.
If you need any help, please ask me.
A reminder that on Wednesdays there will now be two sessions of painting groups. The first from 10 am to 1pm and the second from 1.30 pm to 4.30. Cost £2 per session (£3 for non members) includes refreshments.
For those who have not tried this, it is not a tutored group but a chance to paint amongst friends. Bring your own equipment and get there early to get the best place. I am not responsible if Allan tells a joke or two ...
Still wondering about the title of my talk? Come along and find out why I chose it. Non members are welcome too (at a cost of £2).
Adrian Fowle
There is no Illustrated Lecture for the Bromley Art Society in August ...
... This is just as well because several of us are involved in the Summer Exhibition at Art for All in Bromley, which has its preview on Friday 1st August, 6.30 - 9.30 pm. The exhibition is in the studio opposite the shop. Enquiries to the shop, 211 - 213 High St, Bromley or 020 8313 9368.
Despite the summer recess, there is feverish activity over at Easel Towers where Allan Davies is preparing the next edition. He wants reports of the Summer Exhibition at the RA and any others you have been to. You still have time to get it to him. And should you miss the deadline, nothing gets wasted - there is always another edition.
I have added many new paintings to the website from past Easel covers, as well as some of the articles. Don't forget that you can display your own work in a mini gallery on the site. If you already have a gallery, you can add to it or change the pictures from time to time. Let me know if you need help.
Derek Burt and Allan have a show, "Two Kent Artists", at the George and Dragon Pub in Ightham during the 2nd weekend in August. The preview is on Friday 8th from 7pm onwards. The show itself lasts till Sunday evening (10th August). There is Kent Beer too, I see from the website. Allan recommends the good food at the Pub and says it makes an ideal opportunity to combine food and art.
If you are painting outside in the glorious sunshine, allow me to put on my medical hat and recommend your artist's one. Better still, remember to Slip Slap Slop: "Slip on a shirt, Slap on a hat, Slop on the sun cream". Some add "Slide on the shades" to this. I'm not sure what this will do to colour perception during the actual painting, but it helps in between. A really broad brimmed hat was traditional for artists painting outside, because it allows better perception of tones in bright sunlight without colour distortion and without needing to squint. England cricket hats may be available cheaply at present ...
Have a good summer.
After the summer break, September starts with a busy month for Bromley Art Society.
The Society's Illustrated Lecture this month is a demonstration of watercolours by Bettina Shroeder. This will be on Friday 5th September. As usual it will start at 8pm and take place at Verrall Hall, United Reform Church, Widmore Road, Bromley. Non members are welcome!
The Society's Open Exhibition also welcomes non-members, both as exhibitors and viewers. It takes place from Saturday 20th to Saturday 27th September in St George's Church, Beckenham. Working backwards, there will be a private view on Friday 19th from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm. Handing in will be on Thursday 18th September from 3.00 pm to 6.00 pm. Entry form and cheque need to be submitted to the Hon Sec by 12th September. Copies of the prospectus and entry form have been sent to members and will be available on the web site soon.
This is one of the highlights of the Society's year - We are expecting a good showing, so exhibitors - get on with it! and viewers / purchasers please note the dates.
Ann Holdway writes
You are all invited to the Private View of the British Association for Modern Mosaic Minatures Exhibition 2008 which is on September 7th, 6-8pm. The exhibition is at the London Canal Museum, 12-13 New Wharf Road, Kings Cross, London, N1 9RT. It is not far from Kings Cross Station - look for brown signs for the museum. The theme is "Waterways" 50 artists, 87 pieces on display including 2 of mine. Don't miss this chance to see the work of modern mosaic artists. If you cannot make the private view the exhibition is on from 9th September until November 8th. Details of opening times etc on the web:BAMM or Museum. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Welcome to the Bromley Art Society Newsletter. Brenda Sayburn and I have been tidying up the membership list so there are quite a few people receiving this for the first time. The newsletter appears approximately
monthly to give notice of Society events.
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The Society is very sorry to learn of the death of one of our members, Keith Burtonshaw. The funeral was on 23rd September. |
If you have not seen the Society's Open Exhibition, tomorrow is your last chance ... St George's Church Beckenham. Exhibitors need to collect the few remaining pictures which are unsold and purchasers those they have bought. Please note that paintings should be collected from St George's Church BEFORE 3.30 (not after 3.30 as previously circulated.)
The Society's lectures continue next Friday, 3rd October, with a demonstration of acrylic painting by Jonathan Newey. Like most of our lectures, this takes place in the Verrall Hall, United Reform Church,
Widmore Road, Bromley (Next to Boots). Ann Holdway has asked me to remind you that there is parking near the old Fire Station. The lecture starts at 8pm. I look forward to seeing you there.
Two society members are exhibiting:
Ann Holdway has work at "British Association for Modern Mosaic Minatures Exhibition 2008" at the London Canal Museum in Kings Cross. I learnt this morning that this area is to have a new Art Gallery and Concert Hall in a new development soon.
Allan Davies has an exhibition entitled "Impressions of Light" at the Ripley Arts Centre. The preview is on Mon 29th Sept, 7 - 9 pm, with the exhibition proper from Tues 30th Sept to Fri 24th Oct.
I don't know about you, but to me it seems ages since Jonathan Newey's acrylic demonstration last month. At long last the next meeting has come round - in between we have had one of the most colourful autumns I can remember.
The meeting on Friday, 7th November is one of my favourites - "Four Corners".
This is billed as four separate demonstrations, but usually involves considerable chat and sharing of ideas! On this occasion we have:
As with all our meetings, this takes place in the Verrall Hall, United Reform Church,Widmore Road, Bromley (Next to Boots) and starts at 8pm.
Sue features again this month - she is holding an Open Studio / House Sale
Now if we can just zip through the US election and get back to art ....
Bromley Art Society's Christmas Social Evening will be on Friday, 5 December at 8pm at Verrall Hall (our usual venue).
Do come and enjoy nibbles, Ann's Fruit Cup Special and the opportunity to chat with your fellow artists.
There will be a quiz (superb prizes!), a fun painting challenge, DVDs to view, bargains to buy, raffles and more!
We're a friendly bunch but we're so busy painting and watching others paint that we don't always have the chance to get to know each other. A relaxing Christmas get-together is just what we need!!
In other news, 5 Local Artists, members of BAS, are exhibiting at the Bromley Central Library. 11th December - 23rd December 2008 in Library hours.
Derrick Waller will be displaying his carved and colourful ceramics, paintings in varied styles and computer graphics at Ripley Arts Centre. As usual all proceeds will be donated to St Christopher’s Hospice. 25th November to 22nd December 2008
Allan Davies also has a show in Westerham from 5th - 8th December 2008.