Wivenhoe Artists - The Wivenhoe Forum

Shipyard Studios

abicon — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:05:12 +0100

We have put together a lovely exhibition to coincide with Wivenhoe Open Gardens Weekend. Work inspired by natural and manmade landscapes from local,national and international artists.

Please come and look (and don't forget your cheque book!) 18-20 May 2012 3-8pm Friday, 10-4pm Sat/Sun

Nottage Summer Exhibition

Jason — Sun, 19 May 2013 07:44:01 +0100

The Summer Exhibition at The Nottage opens this weekend, running every Sunday through until 7th July. Andrew Dodds, Bryan Thomas, Catherine Dodds, James Dodds and Wendy Thomas have all contributed to Waterlines - Art of 2 generations.

2pm - 5pm, FREE

Pyrographer?

Glyn — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 23:32:26 +0100

Does anyone know one?

Fancy learning a new skill this Spring? What about stained glass?

Andy_Brooke — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:33:02 +0000

Now there might be a few rays of sunshine, what about learning how to make a copper foil sun-catcher or a leaded light panel for a window? My next evening class starts on Tuesday 30th April and runs for 5 weeks, finishing on 4th June (missing out half-term). You could design and make a finished panel within the 5 weeks. See website for more details and pictures.
If you prefer a one-off half-day, the next Sat morning is 22 June. Or, gather some friends into a group and make a full day of it - contact me via the website.
Enjoy life!
www.andybrookeglass.com

Pru Green needs your support

jefffirth — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:11:50 +0100

Dear All

You may or may not know that Pru Green has a planning application in to replace what was the St John’s Ambulance Hall with a Gallery and private residence.

There has been quite a lot of opposition, so I am hoping you might look at the project and give your support to it.

Of course you need to give an honest opinion, so I will give you mine.

Pru came to Wivenhoe some years ago and operates her busy Pottery business from her home in Park Rd. Many of us have visited her exhibitions there and wonder, not only at the beauty of her work, but how she managed to produce it in such a small place (room enough for a couple of kilns and little more).

The exhibitions take place in her living room.

The plans now awaiting approval at Colchester BC http://www.planning.colchester.gov.uk/WAM/findCaseFile.do;jsessionid=B4F696B662153C94FF09C0CD91DB6D7A?appNumber=110608&appType=planning&action=Search

(Click: “Make Comment”, then tick: “Support the Proposal”)

There are plans, 3D views and the “Design and Access Statement” from Laurie Wood, the architect.

They show a modern building looking towards the railway. I actually think it’s a great design, especially when one considers the restrictions that have been adhered to, and the very small footprint of the site.

But my real reasons for thinking we all should support Pru are that Pru is offering something to us all. She is an internationally recognised artist. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like her work. It is just beautiful. Her gallery would be an attraction to Wivenhoe visitors. We all know that Wivenhoe is known for the number of artists, musicians and writers it has, as well as many creative and vibrant people. Here is a chance for her work to continue to be produced in enough space to allow her some creative expansion. It is something that should be applauded and a huge contribution to the vibrancy of our community.

The opposition as I understand it includes the fact that Wivenhoe may be short of Community Space, and that some find it hard to find places to carry out those activities. The Hall as it stands is in a poor state and will need large amounts spent on it (over £100,000) even if it were available for public usage. A lot of us have seen attempts to raise funds in the past for The Engine Shed project and others, only for them to be abandoned. That is what could lie ahead for the Hall too.

Some of the opposition suggest they would like to purchase the hall themselves and return it to the Community. Whilst this sounds wonderful, the costs would make the project unviable. I would even go as far as saying that this opposition is made to just stop Pru’s plans.

So I am hoping you will view the plans and feel that you could send your support of it to the Council before 28th July (final date for the application). As always, the voices of those who support it are often quiet, but need to be heard.

Enjoy the moment where Wivenhoe can manage to have a modern, well designed and sustainable building which complements rather offends its neighbours.

I don’t know about you, but the more we can have alternatives to more hairdressers and estate agents the better.

P.S. PLEASE FORWARD THIS TO ANYONE YOU CAN THINK MIGHT GIVE SUPPORT

Best wishes

Jeff Firth

Wivenhoe Photography Group

adrian — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 11:59:03 +0000

Hi Folks,

In case you didn't know, Wivenhoe has it's very own photography group that meets about once a fortnight. We're open to everyone - pros to complete beginners - and we go out as a group and shoot different subjects & locations. Every couple of months we have a show-and-tell session where we share our latest creations and plan future shoots.

The group is very informal (nothing like a traditional camera club) and is all about mutual encouragement and exchanging ideas etc. Last year we organised a group exhibition at The Wivenhoe Gallery, which gave a number of people their first taste of exhibiting their work in public. We also have a flickr group where you post pics and ask for feedback.

Best of all, it's 100% free (ok, we occassionally need a couple of quid from people if we're meeting at a venue that charges, such as the Nottage - but that's it!).

If you'd like to join us, the next session is a show-and-tell this Saturday (22nd Jan) at 2pm. Email me (photo@adrianmulton.co.uk) for more details, including venue.

Adrian

ARTY STUFF SALE

JaneWatson — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 09:33:47 +0000

Hello folks
Lyn Hood and I will be having a sale of cards, prints, original art, glass decorations and more on Thursday 29th November at 7.00 pm at Apartment 22 Walter Radcliffe Road, Wivenhoe CO7 9FF. Please come along and browse. Lots of lovely ideas for Christmas. There will also be some fabulous hand made jewellery by Hilary Wright from Saffron Walden.
See you soon
Jane

Art workshop space available in Wivenhoe

Andy_Brooke — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 15:46:48 +0000

The recently established Stained Glass Studio at 29 Wivenhoe Business Centre is a flexible workshop space approx 22'x24' which lends itself to various art activities. It has work benches for up to 10 people as well as two sinks and plenty of floor space. Diffused, even lighting is provided from skylights and north facing windows.
It can be hired out at £12/hour basic rate, or cheaper for over 3 hours.
If you would like to find out more contact Andy_Brooke on the forum or email info@andybrookeglass.com
For images of the studio look under Blog on my website: www.andybrookeglass.com

Artwork needed for charity auction

Jason — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:06:51 +0000

The Robin Cancer Trust - a charity with Wivenhoe connections - is holding a charity art auction at Slack Space in Colchester on 9th December. What is needed ahead of the auction is any works of art to be donated.

Chairman Toby Freeman said:

"We need 25-30 pieces of art to match the same figure that Slack Space will be donating. There are no limitations on what the art can be as long as it’s not offensive, being that this is a family event!

We’re looking for a wide range of artwork from all age ranges in Colchester. Ideally we would like a breadth of talent spanning different mediums from paintings, to sculptures, to photographs. I think the more talent we can get on show the better.”

You can contact Toby via email.

There is also a quiz night coming up at Wivenhoe Town FC organised by RCT on 14th December.

More over here.

Andy Brooke Glass

Jason — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 02:22:07 +0000

Folk may know of Andy through his photography and teaching. He has now taken on a studio down at the Business Centre with the aim of working and teaching stained glass production techniques.

It is is quite a unique set up - the photography angle is still there, with a view to incorporating images into the stained glass.

Courses are being led, as well as commissions.

Landscape Paintings by Four Friends

Jason — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 01:40:43 +0100

I've been asked to publicise an exhibition of Landscape Paintings by Four Friends, taking place at the Wivenhoe Gallery down at the Business Centre on Saturday 2th October, 10am - 5pm.

Jean McCarthy, Margie North, Peter North and Dave Purdey will all be exhibiting.

All welcome.

Art in the Church

Jason — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 17:34:01 +0100

An extra diary date has been added ---->>>>

Friday 7th September, Art in the Church, 6pm - 8pm. This is in addition to the Saturday event, along with the Wiv Soc Fun Day in the churchyard, and the WAGA Show up at the William Loveless Hall on the Saturday as well.

James Dodds, Beneath the Surface

Jason — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 08:54:40 +0100

A lovely film in two parts, explaining more about the work of local artist James Dodds.

Art in the Church, 8th September

Jason — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:53:37 +0100

Another diary date added ---->>>>

8th September, Art in the Church, 10am - 5pm. Anyone wanting to exhibit should contact Bill Heslop on 823018.

This is same day (and location...) as the Wivenhoe Society Fun Day, as well as the WAGA Show just up the road at the Loveless Hall.

Local group needs your vote

littlel — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:52:42 +0100

Nottage Summer Show

Jason — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 21:17:52 +0100

A brief plug for the Nottage Summer Show, which comes to an end on 22nd July. Three artists feature - Elizabeth Morris, Ken Kemperley and Robert Mowle. Etchings, landscapes and ceramics are on show. The exhibition is open on Sundays from 2pm - 5pm, entrance is free.

Wivenhoe Prints For Sale

janejames — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:04:17 +0100

A selection of my Wivenhoe Prints are now available from The Wivenhoe Gallery.

To see a full portfolio of images please visit fineartamerica.com

Art on the Railings, 2nd June

Jason — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:09:03 +0100

A new diary has been added --->>>>

The annual Art on the Railings, taking place this year on 2nd June at St Mary's, 9:30am - 2pm.

Estuary Wilds Writer's Workshop

Jason — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:13:19 +0100

This looks like an interesting course being hosted by Wivenhoe Bookshop - Into the Wilds of Essex, Writer's Workshop:

"This course will be a chance to write on our local landscape and environment, through a series of eight workshops, and will be tutored by Dr James Canton, from the University of Essex’ Department of Literature, Film and Theatre Studies.

Students will be encouraged to explore the natural world and frame a series of responses in writing to their own encounters with the wildlife, flora and fauna which inhabit this world beside us. Field wanders will certainly be recommended. Creative non-fiction, memoir, poetry and fiction will all be valued as forms of personal response."

The fee for this 8 week course is £72.00. For further details or to book phone 01206 824050

Watercolour class - Spaces available on Wednesday evenings

philmstar3 — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 20:46:59 +0000

Just passing on the message that there are a few spaces available next year to join a small watercolour painting group who meet at William Loveless Hall between 19:00 and 21:00 on Wednesday evenings. This friendly group, led by Frank Baker (he has a profile in the Wivenhoe Encyclopedia), would love to welcome some new members.

Frank is a talented artist, and makes our evenings fun, easy going and informative. I was a complete novice when I started nearly two years ago but with Frank's guidance I was happy to enter some work at a recent St.Mary's Church fund raising event

I find it a great way to escape the stresses and strains of a busy life!

Let me know if you're interested, but please contact Frank directly on 823353.

Be seeing you, Phil.

Nottage Summer Exhibition

Jason — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:19:03 +0100

A new diary date has been added ---->>>>

The Nottage Summer Exhibition will take place this year from the 13th May through until the 16th September. Featured artists are Elizabeth Morris, Robert Mowle and Ken Kempley. The exhibition is open every Sunday from 2pm - 5pm. Admission: FREE.

Local filmmaker

Jason — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 22:18:17 +0100

I've been so impressed with young local filmmaker Sam King, that I really think his shorts needs a wider audience. Sam has kindly allowed me to post these up online. My two favourites are of the Sailing Club and the May Fair, both of which are on m'blog.

It would be great if any local group or organisation that needs some promotional video work carried out would consider hiring Sam's considerable talents.

Artist's Food/Studio Exchange Project

Crosewarne — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:16:47 +0100

My name is Conni Rosewarne, I am a fine art student at brighton university (originally from Wivenhoe!) and I am looking for artists in Wivenhoe to take part in a food project; the project involves an exchange in which the artist allows me to see their studio and answers a few questions about a certain practical skill they use in their work. My part of the exchange will be to provide a meal- I am known amongst my circle of friends to be a good chef!

This project is based around the ideal notion of a humane exchange. In our society food and knowledge are two of our biggest luxuries and in the west they are becoming ever more commodified, when actually they are two of the most natural luxuries we can possess. I believe artists hold a certain view of the world that can counteract this; the belief in truth, whatever that may be; something that is expressed through natural curiosities and visual expression. It is through these personal and humane exchanges that we build more wholesome and genuine communities.

I would like to document my time with anyone who wishes to participate through photography, writing and possibly recordings, but I am more than happy to negotiate how this is done! I am in Wivenhoe until the 14th of April before going back to Brighton for six weeks. I would be so grateful for anyone who wishes to take part, or any ideas or feedback that anyone wishes to offer! Thank you.

U3A Art Group

Jason — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:31:10 +0000

Some new Diary Dates added ---->>>>

22nd February U3A Wivenhoe Art Group William Loveless Hall 1-3pm.

Similar dates for 21st March, and 18th April.

Wivenhoe Poetry Prize, 2011

Jason — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:45:06 +0100

The winners have just been announced by the good folk of the Bookshop for the 2011 Wivenhoe Poetry Prize.

Congratulations to Martin Malone who landed the first prize with Digitalis. The presentation will take place at the Bookshop on 1st July at 6:30pm.

More details over here.

A Wivenhoe Art Society?

Daisy — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 09:03:33 +0100

I think Wivenhoe should have it's own Art Society and would be interested to hear from other people if they agree. If this had enough support I am sure it would be a very useful organisation for supporting local artists, encouraging art events and raising the profile of Wivenhoe generally. I would like to get together with other people who are keen to actually try and establish this, so please do let me know what you think.

Writers Guild

Nightingale — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 13:41:07 +0000

Hi all,

I've been running a creative writing guild on campus for about 4 or 5 years now and we're looking to expand the group to include Wivenfolk. We meet at 7 o'clock every Sunday outside the SU bar on campus before heading to a quiet room on site. Typically the members will have written something beforehand, it can be anything from poetry, plays, short stories, novel chapters, songs etc. We then take it in turns reading our work out before getting critical feedback from the rest of the group. It's proven to be quite a useful experience so far so I'd be delighted to gain more members, particularly those of a more senior age. Except for myself, we seem to be comprised mostly of students at the moment.

Please feel free to contact me for further details.

Wivenhoe Photography Group

Jason — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 19:06:49 +0000

Details of the next meeting of the Wivenhoe Photography Group - all welcome:

"Our next meeting is on Saturday, February 11th. We meet outside the Firstsite gallery at 10:30am and then go into the town centre for a street photography shoot. We re-convene at 12:00 - 12:15 in the Firstsite cafe for a chat."

You can view some of the previous work over on the group's flickr account.

And whilst we're at it, here are some stunning images of a Wivenhoe sunset, shot by Bill Wellham.

Writers workshop at the Bookshop

Jason — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:22:43 +0000

Here's a rather well-thought out workshop being staged at the Bookshop: Writing from Life with Petra McQueen.

"Petra McQueen will be running this course in the Bookshop shed every Monday morning for 8 weeks from 16th January.

Petra is a published writer with twenty years teaching experience. She believes that everyone has the ability to write well and encourages students to recognise their strengths and helps them to find their writing voice. She hopes that they all will have lots of fun.

Petra describes the course: We all have a story to tell. This writing course will focus on the use of memory in fiction, poetry, and autobiography."

Good stuff. More details over here.

Dodds exhibition

Jason — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:15:51 +0000

James Dodds currently has an exhibition running at Red Lion Books in Colchester. There's a decent write up of it over here.