Lisa V Robinson, Untitled, Oil on Canvas, 175 cm x 110 cm, 2012
Friday, 9 March 2012
Sunday, 19 February 2012
Contemporary Painters
A selection of artists who inspire my paintings.
Albert Oehlen
Albert Oehlen, el pez roncando [Der schnarchende Fisch], 2001
Fiona Rae
Untitled, 1992, Oil on Canvas, 49.5 x 61 cm
Laura Owens
Mali Morris
Crossing Lilac, 1996, Acrylic on Canvas, 27 x 35 cm
Juan Usle
Jugadores del Pais del Queso, 1996, Mixed media on linen, 274 x 203 cm
Jonathan Lasker
Worlds of Mutual Exclusion, 1989, oil on canvas, 96×132”
Tuesday, 24 January 2012
Wakefield Art Walk
Wakefield Art Walk
Wednesday 25th January 2011
5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 25th January 2011
5pm - 9pm
Official Programme
Take a walk on the wild side and experience Wakefield's alternative night out! Every other month, venues across Wakefield come alive with a variety of visual arts and crafts, live music, and performances. All are welcome, so slip on some comfy shoes and come and explore our city!This is the third year of a growing scene, encouraging people to explore the city, discover new venues and rediscover old favourites. Its a unique opportunity to gain insight into practising artists based in Wakefield and beyond whilst meeting new people in an informal relaxed environment. You can also follow the Artwalk on Twitter and Facebook. In doing so you can help us spread the word about the great activity happening in Wakefield.
The Hepworth Wakefield, Gallery Walk, WF1 5AW
Live Performance
The Hepworth is getting poetic for Burns Night - hear free readings, performances and recitals from some of the country’s most intriguing voices including Sarah Hymas, David Tait, Max Wallis and Andrew McMillan.
There will be a cafe special of Haggis, Neeps & Tatties for only £9.50, or make an evening of it and combine dinner with whisky tasting for £25.
The Unquiet Head
by Clare Woods
Clare Woods exhibition explores her interest in the power and history of rock formations in the British landscape, and its various manifestations in the works of artists such as Hepworth, Moore, Sutherland, Piper and Nash.
Chantry Chapel, Wakefield Bridge, Calder Vale Road, WF1 5PL
An Audience with…Patricia Sabin
Patricia has been painting for 16 years and is self taught. Patricia likes to explore different media and techniques, which keeps her interest and passion for art alive, including acrylic paints and inks, watercolour, silk paints and oils.
Wakefield Cathedral, Northgate, WF1 1HG
Emblems by Rev Matthew Askey
An exhibition of 8 new paintings by Matthew Askey. There will be a catalogue available with all 8 paintings reproduced and an introductory text by Revd Iain McKillop all about the history of Emblems in art and culture.
‘Matthew Askey’s imagery of new life and of death – shown with the emblems of the child and the skull is not innovative. Both subjects are enhanced by layers of meaning and associations accumulated through centuries of art and culture...' (Revd Iain McKillop).
Jordans Solicitors, 18 King Street, WF1 2SQ (open til 8pm)
Sketchbook Socialby Matthew Heptinstall
Matthew will exhibit a photographic series which explores various abstract concepts in culture and society. The series provides a symbolic visual commentary from the Beat Generation to the Jimmy Reid inspired Death of the Industry attempting to integrate Sociology and Photography as a means of study and observation.
Inner Workings
by Mary Duggan
The images in this exhibition have been created digitally and are a truly abstract form derived from the mathematics of complexity. The fractal flames invite exploration without forcing meaning on the viewer who in turn brings their own interpretation and meaning to the form. The images stimulate the human response to try to make sense of an abstract form and evoke structures from nature, or from the constructed world though do not deliberately reproduce them.
BEAM @ The Orangery, Back Lane, WF1 2TG
Exhibition by Clare White
Bright and colourful watercolours painted by Clare White, a friend of Dame Barbara Hepworth will be exhibited. Clare was born in Sidmouth, Devon in 1903 and moved to St Ives Cornwall in 1949 where she became an active member of the renowned art colony alongside sculptor Barbara Hepworth and other such luminaries as potter Bernard Leach and painter Wilhelmina Barns-Graham.
'Clare White was a keen observer of the great British modern art movement of the mid-20th century as well as an accomplished artist in her own right.' (Andrew Pollard, Curator).
The Art House, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Silent Witness
by Carrie Scott-Huby
‘Silent Witness’ began in September 2010 during an Artist Residency, whereby Carrie began the intimate exploration of witnessing familial narration. The impetus was a photograph of her grandfather in World War One uniform, stood beside a seated compatriot whom no family member can name: ‘The photograph is imbued with intrigue; and has embedded itself within me since childhood – that being the Silent Witness.’ (Carrie Scott-Huby)
Also...
Two groups of architecture students from Sheffield University will be exhibiting research and work undertaken in Wakefield:
Drury Lane Library
One group will present ideas for the redevelopment of Drury Lane Library, should The Art House expand following the Library’s relocation later this year. The group have been looking at a creative vision for the building, which seeks to draw attention to its historical features and imbed equality within the design.
Personal Experiences of Wakefield. Continuing their research into how the people of Wakefield experience different spaces within their city, this group of architecture students will ask Artwalkers about the spaces you enjoy, which ones you don't, and which ones you have any particular memories of.
Take a walk on the wild side and experience Wakefield's alternative night out! Every other month, venues across Wakefield come alive with a variety of visual arts and crafts, live music, and performances. All are welcome, so slip on some comfy shoes and come and explore our city!This is the third year of a growing scene, encouraging people to explore the city, discover new venues and rediscover old favourites. Its a unique opportunity to gain insight into practising artists based in Wakefield and beyond whilst meeting new people in an informal relaxed environment. You can also follow the Artwalk on Twitter and Facebook. In doing so you can help us spread the word about the great activity happening in Wakefield.
Whats on:
Westgate Studios, 55 Westgate, WF1 1BW
Open Studios
CheckerBoard Days by Stephen White
A solo show featuring original hand pulled screen prints, original paintings and limited edition T-shirts by the Sheffield based artist Stephen White. For this exhibition Stephen presents new works, which include paintings and drawings on canvas and wood in his first solo exhibition in West Yorkshire since relocating to his home town of Sheffield in 2007.
Tweetart!
Westgate have a small, self-contained gallery space – the latest incarnation of PEEP! gallery; an ongoing curatorial project since 2007. For the next year, they are inviting the lovely people on Twitter to send in ‘art’ to be displayed in the space. Contact the venue for further details.
Neon Workshops, 70B George Street, WF1 1DL
12 MONTHS OF NEON LOVE
Victoria Lucas & Richard William Wheater
12 MONTHS OF NEON LOVE
Victoria Lucas & Richard William Wheater
As the celebrated sequence of monthly roof mounted neon love song quotes are switched off for the final time on Valentines day, Neon Workshops celebrates this ambitious one year collaboration between Lucas and Wheater with an exhibition of supporting work and documentation. The exhibition will continue until 22 March 2012.
The Hepworth Wakefield, Gallery Walk, WF1 5AW
Live Performance
The Hepworth is getting poetic for Burns Night - hear free readings, performances and recitals from some of the country’s most intriguing voices including Sarah Hymas, David Tait, Max Wallis and Andrew McMillan.
There will be a cafe special of Haggis, Neeps & Tatties for only £9.50, or make an evening of it and combine dinner with whisky tasting for £25.
The Unquiet Head
by Clare Woods
Clare Woods exhibition explores her interest in the power and history of rock formations in the British landscape, and its various manifestations in the works of artists such as Hepworth, Moore, Sutherland, Piper and Nash.
Chantry Chapel, Wakefield Bridge, Calder Vale Road, WF1 5PL
An Audience with…Patricia Sabin
Patricia has been painting for 16 years and is self taught. Patricia likes to explore different media and techniques, which keeps her interest and passion for art alive, including acrylic paints and inks, watercolour, silk paints and oils.
Wakefield Cathedral, Northgate, WF1 1HG
Emblems by Rev Matthew Askey
An exhibition of 8 new paintings by Matthew Askey. There will be a catalogue available with all 8 paintings reproduced and an introductory text by Revd Iain McKillop all about the history of Emblems in art and culture.
‘Matthew Askey’s imagery of new life and of death – shown with the emblems of the child and the skull is not innovative. Both subjects are enhanced by layers of meaning and associations accumulated through centuries of art and culture...' (Revd Iain McKillop).
Jordans Solicitors, 18 King Street, WF1 2SQ (open til 8pm)
Sketchbook Socialby Matthew Heptinstall
Matthew will exhibit a photographic series which explores various abstract concepts in culture and society. The series provides a symbolic visual commentary from the Beat Generation to the Jimmy Reid inspired Death of the Industry attempting to integrate Sociology and Photography as a means of study and observation.
Inner Workings
by Mary Duggan
The images in this exhibition have been created digitally and are a truly abstract form derived from the mathematics of complexity. The fractal flames invite exploration without forcing meaning on the viewer who in turn brings their own interpretation and meaning to the form. The images stimulate the human response to try to make sense of an abstract form and evoke structures from nature, or from the constructed world though do not deliberately reproduce them.
BEAM @ The Orangery, Back Lane, WF1 2TG
Exhibition by Clare White
Bright and colourful watercolours painted by Clare White, a friend of Dame Barbara Hepworth will be exhibited. Clare was born in Sidmouth, Devon in 1903 and moved to St Ives Cornwall in 1949 where she became an active member of the renowned art colony alongside sculptor Barbara Hepworth and other such luminaries as potter Bernard Leach and painter Wilhelmina Barns-Graham.
'Clare White was a keen observer of the great British modern art movement of the mid-20th century as well as an accomplished artist in her own right.' (Andrew Pollard, Curator).
The Art House, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Silent Witness
by Carrie Scott-Huby
‘Silent Witness’ began in September 2010 during an Artist Residency, whereby Carrie began the intimate exploration of witnessing familial narration. The impetus was a photograph of her grandfather in World War One uniform, stood beside a seated compatriot whom no family member can name: ‘The photograph is imbued with intrigue; and has embedded itself within me since childhood – that being the Silent Witness.’ (Carrie Scott-Huby)
Also...
Two groups of architecture students from Sheffield University will be exhibiting research and work undertaken in Wakefield:
Drury Lane Library
One group will present ideas for the redevelopment of Drury Lane Library, should The Art House expand following the Library’s relocation later this year. The group have been looking at a creative vision for the building, which seeks to draw attention to its historical features and imbed equality within the design.
Personal Experiences of Wakefield. Continuing their research into how the people of Wakefield experience different spaces within their city, this group of architecture students will ask Artwalkers about the spaces you enjoy, which ones you don't, and which ones you have any particular memories of.
Open Studios; there will also be a chance to see behind-the-scenes, meet the artists and purchase work that catches your eye as studio holders open their doors to Artwalkers.
Green Room Cafe, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Photography
by Wakefield College
Photographic work by the students of Wakefield College will be on show, exploring our local roots and what it means to be from Yorkshire. How is ‘Yorkshireness’ seen by others? Add your local insight to our Yorkshire Folks map of Yorkshire.
This is inspired by the Theatre's February Production of ‘Weekend Breaks’, written and directed by John Godber.
Wakefield College, Thornes Park Campus, Thornes Park, WF2 8QZ
Behind-the-Scenes at Wakefield College
Open Studios
An Open Studios event linked to the Foundation Diploma in Art. Artwalkers will see work in progress and get a behind the scenes peek at the Art and Photography facilities at our Thornes Park Campus, as well as view a sample of work from previous years.
Art of Oak, 7 Tammy Hall Street, WF1 2SX
Photography by Andy Warrington & James Lee
Art of Oak is delighted to be resuming its participation in the Artwalk. In conjunction with The Pytchley Autocar Company they will be exhibiting artwork mainly on a motoring theme. This month they have photography from Andy Warrington and James Lees.
Green Room Cafe, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Photography
by Wakefield College
Photographic work by the students of Wakefield College will be on show, exploring our local roots and what it means to be from Yorkshire. How is ‘Yorkshireness’ seen by others? Add your local insight to our Yorkshire Folks map of Yorkshire.
This is inspired by the Theatre's February Production of ‘Weekend Breaks’, written and directed by John Godber.
Wakefield College, Thornes Park Campus, Thornes Park, WF2 8QZ
Behind-the-Scenes at Wakefield College
Open Studios
An Open Studios event linked to the Foundation Diploma in Art. Artwalkers will see work in progress and get a behind the scenes peek at the Art and Photography facilities at our Thornes Park Campus, as well as view a sample of work from previous years.
Art of Oak, 7 Tammy Hall Street, WF1 2SX
Photography by Andy Warrington & James Lee
Art of Oak is delighted to be resuming its participation in the Artwalk. In conjunction with The Pytchley Autocar Company they will be exhibiting artwork mainly on a motoring theme. This month they have photography from Andy Warrington and James Lees.
Sunday, 15 January 2012
Friday, 2 December 2011
New Lights Exhibition
There is just one month to go before the New Lights Exhibition closes.
The exhibition showcases the nominees for the New Lights Art Prize; a new award for budding young painters in the North of England. The award, worth £10,000 to the winner, is to provide a springboard for young artists to turn professional.
The works were shortlisted by a panel of independent judges representing the arts world, including; Kate Brindley,
Director of Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art (mima); Paul Hobson, Director of the Contemporary Arts Society and William Tillyer, an internationrtist.
The shortlist comprises of: Lisa V Robinson, Wakefield, Freya Horsley; Thomas Rimmington; Sally Taylor; Holly Major, Scarborough; Naomi Wrigglesworth, Leeds; Nat Quinn (winner), Lyndsey Jameson, Darlington; Monica Metsers, Kendal; Sean Penlington, Manchester; Matthew Child, Warrington; Julian Mably, Conisbrough; Matthew Thompson, Huddersfield; Cecilia Stenbom, Karl De Vroomen, Gateshead; William Bradley, Richmond; Matt Spencer, Carnforth; Alexander Charrington, Mike Pratt, Ally Morton, Francesca Hudson, all Newcastle; and Michael Lawton, Jamie Taylor, Hayley Harrison, London.
The exhibition closes on the 8th January 2012.
Location:
Mercer Gallery
Swan Road
Harrogate
HG1 2SA
01423 556188
The gallery is open:
Tues to Sat 10am - 5pm
Sunday 2pm - 5pm (closes 4pm November-March)
Closed Mondays except Bank Holidays
Also closed 24-26 December and 1 January
Media Links:
Gallery of Shortlisted Works
New Lights
Tuesday, 22 November 2011
Wakefield Art Walk
Wednesday 30th November 2011
5pm - 9pm
Take a walk on the wild side and experience Wakefield's alternative night out! Every other month, venues across Wakefield come alive with a variety of visual arts and crafts, live music, and performances. All are welcome, so slip on some comfy shoes and come and explore our city!This is the third year of a growing scene, encouraging people to explore the city, discover new venues and rediscover old favourites. Its a unique opportunity to gain insight into practising artists based in Wakefield and beyond whilst meeting new people in an informal relaxed environment. You can also follow the Artwalk on Twitter and Facebook. In doing so you can help us spread the word about the great activity happening in Wakefield.
Whats on Novembers Artwalk:
Westgate Studios, 55 Westgate, WF1 1BW
Open Studios
Garosello by Sharon Harisson
An installation of sound and light to create atmosphere in remembering the ‘Forgotten Heros’ of war.Sharon says ‘This work was first inspired by a triptych painted by Paulo Uccello entitled The Battle of San Romano. What I saw in these paintings led me to research and uncover the history and origins of something beautiful, yet something extremely horrifying.
’Winter Wonderland
An exhibition of specially created ‘trimmings’, put together in response to an Open Call by Westgate Studios artists Alice Bradshaw and Bob Milner. Alice and Bob invited other artists and creatives to decorate as many Christmas trees as possible in whatever size, shape and materials they liked. This could be baubles, paper chains, tinsel, hangings or even making a tree!
Bevelo, 70A George Street, WF1 1DL
Ackworth Art Group
Various Artists
The Ackworth Art Group will display a series of water colours and print works at Bevelo this month.
Neon Workshops, 70B George Street, WF1 1DL
Folding Neon by Richard Sweeney
Richard Sweeney explores his ideas in neon for the first time. Sweeney’s practice combines the disciplines of design, photography, craft and sculpture, as he seeks to maintain an experimental, hands-on approach, utilising the unique properties of often mundane materials to discover unique sculptural forms.
12 Months of Neon Love by Victoria Lucas & Richard William Wheater
The now infamous project continues, with November’s roof installation burning bright across the city’s industrial landscape. For more information on the project, past and present, see the artists blogspot.
Trad Music, 156 Kirkgate, WF1 1TU
Tanglewood Demonstrations
Artwalkers will be able to enjoy demonstrations of a range of Tanglewood Guitars, as well as enjoy browsing the shop and its vast array of instruments. Tanglewood Guitars were established in England in 1991 and are emerging as the best selling brand of acoustic guitars in the UK and Ireland.
The Hepworth Wakefield, Gallery Walk, WF1 5AW
Various Artists and Live Performance
An evening of Nu Folk music performances in the galleries, live Yew Tree Youth Theatre performance and an opportunity to see Clare Woods’ exhibition after-hours as part of Wakefield’s Artwalk. Sharing platters and bar service are available in the café.
Chantry Chapel, Wakefield Bridge, Calder Vale Road, WF1 5PL
Gallery Arts Christmas Exhibition by Various Artists
Original artwork, prints and cards by local artists and photographers will be on sale at the Chantry Chapel as part of a special Christmas exhibition by Wakefield exhibition group, Gallery Arts. Original artwork by Linda Golding, who features as a local artist in the 2012 Wakefield Tourist Guide, will also be on display and can be won as a competition prize by entering online.
Wakefield Cathedral, Northgate, WF1 1HG
Lumenby Sean and Charlotte Mannion
Concerned with interior space, habitation and corporeal. Sean’s paintings are composed of forms and spaces that reference Megalithic temples. Charlotte’s concerns lie within the inequality of others.
Jordans Solicitors, Woolpacks Yard, WF1 2SG (open til 8pm)
Black & Whit eby Drew Ward
Most of Drew’s work is charcoal, pastel and conte, and based on architectural subjects. Drew says of his work: ‘I am fascinated by the repeat shapes and patterns of structures such as the roof girders of St. Pancras Station, fire escape ladders of New York tenement blocks, piers etc. and the buildings and bridges of Santiago Calatrava, which lead to strong visual images in black and white.’
BEAM @ The Orangery, Back Lane, WF1 2TG
Orangery Wednesday
The Orangery will transform into a secret cinema, showcasing the best home grown short films from budding local filmmakers, including Bradford’s Lucy Ray, Leeds born Thomas Midgley and Beverley Addy. Exhibition by Oliver Neilson Leeds based artist, Oliver Neilson (Artsmix Leeds ‘Emerging Artist’ of 2009), will exhibit in the gallery space. Neilson describes himself as ‘a street artist in reverse’. Chevron (2011)a digital film by Patrick Murphy (10 minutes) This film explores the familiar compositional structure of the Chevron, an insignia found widely in use in the UK. It will be projected onto The Orangery, reflecting a perfect mix of the contemporary with the historical. Patrick, a studio holder at The Art House in Wakefield, says: ‘I wanted to somehow free [the chevron] from its current and past connotations and create a film that explores interactions with flat colour and colour relationships.’
The Art House, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Affordable Arts & Crafts Fair
To get you all geared up for Christmas, The Art House is having an Affordable Arts & Crafts Fair. Come and find unique gifts to wow your family and friends whilst supporting the local artists in your community. Prices will range from a pound or two upwards, meaning you can purchase anything from a stocking filler to a more pricey gift for someone special. Mulled wine and mince pies will be served to get you in the Christmas spirit!
Green Room Cafe, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Wishes by Carleton Community High School
As Christmas looms the Theatre’s thoughts turn to Pantomime season – a time of magic and hope. This year the Theatre Royal will present Aladdin. With this in mind one of their partner schools, Carleton Community High School, will be exhibiting artwork on the theme of ‘Wishes’. They would like Artwalkers to join in too - What would your wishes be? What would you ask of a Genie? Share your wishes with them and add these to the Christmas Wishes Tree.
Harry's Bar, 107 Westgate, WF1 1EL
The Art of Invention and Other Drawings by Mikal B
If you’ve ever wanted to know how to get that book from the top shelf or how to hear the sermon by the soft spoken vicar, then this exhibition is a must for you! These drawings are intricate, fascinating and funny, giving us an insight into a strange parallel world and a bit of light relief from these grey, dreary days.
5pm - 9pm
Take a walk on the wild side and experience Wakefield's alternative night out! Every other month, venues across Wakefield come alive with a variety of visual arts and crafts, live music, and performances. All are welcome, so slip on some comfy shoes and come and explore our city!This is the third year of a growing scene, encouraging people to explore the city, discover new venues and rediscover old favourites. Its a unique opportunity to gain insight into practising artists based in Wakefield and beyond whilst meeting new people in an informal relaxed environment. You can also follow the Artwalk on Twitter and Facebook. In doing so you can help us spread the word about the great activity happening in Wakefield.
Whats on Novembers Artwalk:
Westgate Studios, 55 Westgate, WF1 1BW
Open Studios
Garosello by Sharon Harisson
An installation of sound and light to create atmosphere in remembering the ‘Forgotten Heros’ of war.Sharon says ‘This work was first inspired by a triptych painted by Paulo Uccello entitled The Battle of San Romano. What I saw in these paintings led me to research and uncover the history and origins of something beautiful, yet something extremely horrifying.
’Winter Wonderland
An exhibition of specially created ‘trimmings’, put together in response to an Open Call by Westgate Studios artists Alice Bradshaw and Bob Milner. Alice and Bob invited other artists and creatives to decorate as many Christmas trees as possible in whatever size, shape and materials they liked. This could be baubles, paper chains, tinsel, hangings or even making a tree!
Bevelo, 70A George Street, WF1 1DL
Ackworth Art Group
Various Artists
The Ackworth Art Group will display a series of water colours and print works at Bevelo this month.
Neon Workshops, 70B George Street, WF1 1DL
Folding Neon by Richard Sweeney
Richard Sweeney explores his ideas in neon for the first time. Sweeney’s practice combines the disciplines of design, photography, craft and sculpture, as he seeks to maintain an experimental, hands-on approach, utilising the unique properties of often mundane materials to discover unique sculptural forms.
12 Months of Neon Love by Victoria Lucas & Richard William Wheater
The now infamous project continues, with November’s roof installation burning bright across the city’s industrial landscape. For more information on the project, past and present, see the artists blogspot.
Trad Music, 156 Kirkgate, WF1 1TU
Tanglewood Demonstrations
Artwalkers will be able to enjoy demonstrations of a range of Tanglewood Guitars, as well as enjoy browsing the shop and its vast array of instruments. Tanglewood Guitars were established in England in 1991 and are emerging as the best selling brand of acoustic guitars in the UK and Ireland.
The Hepworth Wakefield, Gallery Walk, WF1 5AW
Various Artists and Live Performance
An evening of Nu Folk music performances in the galleries, live Yew Tree Youth Theatre performance and an opportunity to see Clare Woods’ exhibition after-hours as part of Wakefield’s Artwalk. Sharing platters and bar service are available in the café.
Chantry Chapel, Wakefield Bridge, Calder Vale Road, WF1 5PL
Gallery Arts Christmas Exhibition by Various Artists
Original artwork, prints and cards by local artists and photographers will be on sale at the Chantry Chapel as part of a special Christmas exhibition by Wakefield exhibition group, Gallery Arts. Original artwork by Linda Golding, who features as a local artist in the 2012 Wakefield Tourist Guide, will also be on display and can be won as a competition prize by entering online.
Wakefield Cathedral, Northgate, WF1 1HG
Lumenby Sean and Charlotte Mannion
Concerned with interior space, habitation and corporeal. Sean’s paintings are composed of forms and spaces that reference Megalithic temples. Charlotte’s concerns lie within the inequality of others.
Jordans Solicitors, Woolpacks Yard, WF1 2SG (open til 8pm)
Black & Whit eby Drew Ward
Most of Drew’s work is charcoal, pastel and conte, and based on architectural subjects. Drew says of his work: ‘I am fascinated by the repeat shapes and patterns of structures such as the roof girders of St. Pancras Station, fire escape ladders of New York tenement blocks, piers etc. and the buildings and bridges of Santiago Calatrava, which lead to strong visual images in black and white.’
BEAM @ The Orangery, Back Lane, WF1 2TG
Orangery Wednesday
The Orangery will transform into a secret cinema, showcasing the best home grown short films from budding local filmmakers, including Bradford’s Lucy Ray, Leeds born Thomas Midgley and Beverley Addy. Exhibition by Oliver Neilson Leeds based artist, Oliver Neilson (Artsmix Leeds ‘Emerging Artist’ of 2009), will exhibit in the gallery space. Neilson describes himself as ‘a street artist in reverse’. Chevron (2011)a digital film by Patrick Murphy (10 minutes) This film explores the familiar compositional structure of the Chevron, an insignia found widely in use in the UK. It will be projected onto The Orangery, reflecting a perfect mix of the contemporary with the historical. Patrick, a studio holder at The Art House in Wakefield, says: ‘I wanted to somehow free [the chevron] from its current and past connotations and create a film that explores interactions with flat colour and colour relationships.’
The Art House, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Affordable Arts & Crafts Fair
To get you all geared up for Christmas, The Art House is having an Affordable Arts & Crafts Fair. Come and find unique gifts to wow your family and friends whilst supporting the local artists in your community. Prices will range from a pound or two upwards, meaning you can purchase anything from a stocking filler to a more pricey gift for someone special. Mulled wine and mince pies will be served to get you in the Christmas spirit!
Green Room Cafe, Drury Lane, WF1 2TE
Wishes by Carleton Community High School
As Christmas looms the Theatre’s thoughts turn to Pantomime season – a time of magic and hope. This year the Theatre Royal will present Aladdin. With this in mind one of their partner schools, Carleton Community High School, will be exhibiting artwork on the theme of ‘Wishes’. They would like Artwalkers to join in too - What would your wishes be? What would you ask of a Genie? Share your wishes with them and add these to the Christmas Wishes Tree.
Harry's Bar, 107 Westgate, WF1 1EL
The Art of Invention and Other Drawings by Mikal B
If you’ve ever wanted to know how to get that book from the top shelf or how to hear the sermon by the soft spoken vicar, then this exhibition is a must for you! These drawings are intricate, fascinating and funny, giving us an insight into a strange parallel world and a bit of light relief from these grey, dreary days.
Friday, 14 October 2011
Sites in Sight Exhibition
Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, Sites in Sight: Art for the Quiet Times exhibition has had to unexpectedly close.
If you did not get to see the exhibition in person, a photograph slideshow can be viewed below:
If you did not get to see the exhibition in person, a photograph slideshow can be viewed below:
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