A new exhibition at Craftco applied arts gallery in Southwold begins on 3 November. Always worth a visit.
Member Activities
Peter Wiltshire
Peter Wiltshire will be exhibiting at Merlina Arts in Earsham in the Glassworks, Pet Portraits and Silverworks Exhibition.
Peter’s stained glass is primarily designed to live outside but also looks great in a well lit exhibition area. The mixed exhibition at Merlina Arts is open Fri-Sun 9am to 1:30pm from the 20th October to 12th November.
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Ballroom Arts
Ballroom Arts.
On the Edge… and Beyond – Aldeburgh Arts Collective.
Thursday 19th – Tuesday 24th October 2023 – open 10.30 am – 5 pm
The Aldeburgh Arts Collective brings together for this our 3rd exhibition 12 artists from Suffolk and beyond, working in a variety of media ranging from painting, print and ceramics to photography and sculpture. Together they pursue their exploration of transitional spaces or transitory states of mind, with new works that evoke moments of wonder, rites of passage, death and rebirth; and feature boundaries, thresholds, portals…
PV dates and times – Friday 20th October- 5.00 pm – 8.00pm.
https://ballroomarts.org/
Ballroom Arts
Christmas Pop-Up Shop.
Thursday 19th- Tuesday 31st October 2023, 10am – 6pm.
Faro and Fauxquet return to Aldeburgh with their finest collection for Autumn Winter! Get a headstart on Christmas gifts and decorations with gorgeous tableware, luxurious faux flowers and a beautiful new ceramic brand to create a magical festive experience. Shop for Christmas under one roof with unique gift ideas.
PV dates and times – 20th and 27th October 6pm to 8pm
https://ballroomarts.org/
Ballroom Arts
3 ARTISTS GO TO THE COAST
Wednesday 11th (mid afternoon) – Tuesday 17th October 2023, 10am – 5pm.
Three artist friends are bringing their unique paintings to the Suffolk coast.
Joy Gosney – Fizzing with effervescent hues, paintings which conjure compelling and dreamy depictions of land and sea.
Carly Gilliatt – Bold and joyful compositions, evoking the sense of energy in the landscape and showcasing the artist’s love of colour.
Gill Edwards – Contemplative still life and abstract art, joyfully embracing colour, pattern and the dance of shape and space.
PV dates and times – Saturday 14 October 10am – 5pm
Mardles
Booking opens in October.
Explore dance tunes for ceilidhs and social dances from England, France, Scotland and Sweden in this fun, friendly and welcoming workshop day. Learn how to work out harmonies and accompaniments to enrich and enhance your playing.
Open to players of any instrument (experienced and inexperienced), the workshops will be led by professional musicians John Dipper (www.johndipper.co.uk) and Vicki Swan (www.swan-dyer.co.uk).
The day offers an inspirational mix of tutored group learning, and an opportunity for everyone to learn and play together. Tunes will be learnt by ear, with sheet music available during the day.
The day starts at 10.00 and finishes at 4.30pm. Cost: £30 (excl. lunch). Drinks provided. Venue: Bungay Community Centre, Old Grammar Lane, Bungay, NR35 1PU. Free parking.
Places limited, so please book in advance via: booking@mardles.org
Further details on the Mardles website. Phone: 07814110784 if you have any questions
Waveney Valley Scottish Country Dance Club
Saturday 25th November in Bungay.
A very warm welcome awaits everyone living in the Waveney Valley at our first ceilidh dance in Bungay in the new community centre. Easy dances, lots of laughs, and an opportunity to meet new people.
We’ll be dancing to recorded music with a caller. The ceilidh starts at 3pm and finishes at 6pm, with a scrumptious Scottish themed finger buffet midway.
No need to bring a partner, or to have had previous ceilidh dance experience. All dances will be explained and walked, and friendly club members will be on hand to welcome you.
Relax, have fun, make new friends, and discover the health and wellbeing benefits of ceilidh and Scottish country dancing. Contact Jo Poole for further details: 07814110784.
Julian of Norwich
An exhibition of new art celebrating the words and ‘shewings’ of Julian of Norwich will be showing in three churches in Norwich between 18th October and 16th November.
This exhibition, which celebrates the 650th anniversary of Julian’s visions, is being displayed in St John’s Timberhill (opposite John Lewis shop), St Julian’s on Rouen Road, and St Stephen’s in Rampant Horse Street, next door to M&S.
Featured artists include Nicky Stainton, who has collaborated with Sian Croose to create an installation which will enfold you in beautiful sounds, images and evocative smells! The other artists, using a range of media including film and script, come from Norfolk, Scotland and America. There is also a programme of free family arts activities on 26th October.
For information about these and to check on opening times as the exhibition will not be open during service times click here www.julianofnorwich.org
Butley Mills Studios Gallery
We would like to invite you to one of our longest continuous member John Barker’s solo show at Butley Mills Studios Gallery: “Painting with Metal”. The exhibition runs on Friday the 6th until the end of 15th October. Open Fridays and Weekends from 12-4pm and anytime by appointment or you can take the chance by turning up and just pressing the bell by the gallery.
Butley Mills Studios Gallery
Butley Mills Studios, Mill Lane, Butley, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3PZ.
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Marian May Textile Art
We are so excited to welcome textile artist and Southwold local Marian May this November 12th for a Botanical Printing workshop.
Marian will guide you through the entire process of creating your own tote bag (other fabrics will also be available, additionally) using foraged, seasonal leaves and flowers. Marian will talk us through the often surprising dying snd printing results that come from leaves and even foods that we commonly find around us.
This workshop will run from 9.30am to 2pm with a break for lunch.
Lunch is not included but we will provide refreshments including hot drinks throughout the day.