Wednesday 24 September 2014

What`s on at the Willow Gallery

Message from Tereska at the Willow Gallery.

What's on at The Willow Gallery
 
Please scroll down for new and upcoming events, art classes, courses and exhibition opportunities at The Willow Gallery.

Live Theatre This Saturday

Owen Lewis’ Portable Theatre Company performing
The Flight Game and The Human Rocket
Saturday 27th September, Doors: 7pm Performance Start: 7.30 pm
Price: £10 (Concessions £8)

The Fight Game by Owen Lewis
Andrew Collins is a well-regarded boxer at the top of his game.  He has spent many years never losing and never disappointing his aficionados.  What will happen if he does eventually lose a fight, will his world come crashing down around him?  How does such an esteemed champion claw his way back from defeat; and what impact will this have on his life?  Everything changes for him as he is brought to the brink of madness in this beguiling one act play.

The Human Rocket by Owen Lewis
Day by day anonymous people rub shoulders with each other.  In shops, clubs and bars each one with their own story to tell. The Human Rocket is the second part of The Human Trilogy.  Examining a cross section of humanity’s comings and goings through touching monologues and entertaining awkward encounters, this black comedy shows the sort of poignant moments which are often overlooked in life.  A thief, a jilted lover, a single mother, a failing actor and a lonely old man share their foibles in this intimate and touching performance.


Art Classes, Workshops & Courses

Batik On Tissue Paper with Jenny O’Leary
Saturday 27th September. 10am to 4pm
 
Experiment with this traditional resist technique using hot wax in a new and exciting way working on tissue paper, using ink and bleach to create fascinating effects. Tissue paper is considered to be a delicate material but worked in this way it becomes strong. We will glue the tissue to paper for added strength. You will be able to create a number of pieces during the course realistic or abstract images are possible. No experience is necessary – just come along and have fun.
£25 including materials


Nocturnes Painting Course with Tereska Shepherd
Starting Monday 29th September. 5.30pm to 8.30pm
 7 Sessions: 29/9, 6/10, 13/10, 20/10, 3/11, 10/11, 24/11

Capture this atmospheric time of day which has inspired so many artists. Throughout the course we will experiment with a variety of media and painting and drawing techniques for depicting the subtle colours, lighting effects and atmosphere of Nocturne scenes.  The class will be taught as a series of evening sessions to capture the different lights in the local area, giving students the opportunity to gain experience and skills in working on location as well as in the studio. Throughout the course demonstrations, and individual advice and assistance will be given and the styles and techniques of historical and contemporary nocturne painters will be explored.
 
£100 (£80 concessions) Book Now and Save £10
Due to limited places please book in advance, for further information and bookings contact: Aberystwyth University Lifelong Learning: 01970 621580 / learning@aber.ac.uk. Aberystwyth University Lifelong Learning Course Code: CF102 
 
 
 
Insects: Natural History Illustration with Tereska Shepherd
Wednesday 1st October & Wednesday 29th October. 10am to 3.30pm

New Natural History Illustration Course covering a variety of specialist watercolour and drawing techniques which can be used to capture the unique characteristics of a variety of insects including butterflies, bees, dragonflies and beetles. This practical painting course is ideal for anyone who wish to broaden their skills in fine art.  The course will cover a variety of techniques required to accurately depict different insect forms and their specific details and colours. The artwork of historical and contemporary artists will also be discussed. Throughout the course demonstrations, hand-outs, individual advice and assistance will be given. Specimens and photographs will be available to work from.
£45 (£40 concessions) Book Now and Save £5

Due to limited places please book in advance, for further information and bookings contact: Aberystwyth University Lifelong Learning: 01970 621580 / learning@aber.ac.uk Aberystwyth University Life Long Learning Course Code: CF100

 
Fabulous Felt Book Making & Embelishment with Sue Mulcock and Rebecca Bailey
Saturday 4th October & 11th October. 10am to 4pm

Create your own unique book cover. Learn how to make your own felt cover using dyed wool and wet felting techniques. During the follow on session a variety of embellishment techniques will be used to decorate and construct a beautifully designed felt book cover. 
£80 including materials.
 

Painting Like The Old Masters with Leo Donaghy
4 Weekly Classes from Thursday 9th October. 10am to 1pm

This course is aimed at those with little experience in oil painting but it is not a necessity.
Over the four sessions we will look at the processes employed by the old masters.
Working from ground colour and initial sketches through to the finish paining, we will cover colour, palette choice, glazes, and the use of contemporary equipment to assist in the drying process.
By the end of the course you should have completed two small paintings and be confident to work alone.
A list of equipment will be sent to you two weeks prior to the course.
£75 for four sessions.


Stained Glass Decorations with Jenny Newall
Saturday 1st November. 10am to 4pm

Create your own unique piece of stained glass decorative artwork using traditional copper-foiling techniques under expert guidance from professional stained glass artist Jenny Newall.
£45 including all materials.
 

Life Class with Darren Fraser
Starting Tuesday 16th September. 6.30pm to 8.30pm
16/9, 23/9, 30/9, 7/10 & 14/10

Working from the life model, improve your drawing and painting observation and techniques.
Drop in sessions, £10 per session 
 

After School Art Sessions

Starting Tuesday 23rd September. 4pm to 5,30pm (6 to 13 years)

Exciting and creative sessions run by visiting professional artists and tutors.
Introducing a variety of techniques including sculpture, printmaking, painting, batik and much more.
£6 per session (£30 for 6 sessions) including all materials.
 

Mind & Body

Tai Chi with Alan Jeffries
Launching Sunday 28th September, 10.30 am to Midday

Alan has studied with Grand Master Chen Xiao Wang, on Master Chen’s annual visits to the UK in Chen Style Laojia Tai Chi, Yin Yang Chi Gung, and Silk Reeling exercises. He has also practised Chen Style Laojia with the late John Llewellyn.
The essence of Tai Chi Chuan is to integrate mind body and spirit with neither having preference over the other. The movements of Tai Chi are based on spiralling, circling and gentle cycles with fluid and uniform movements co-ordinating and mobilising all the joints, ligaments and muscles in the body, massaging the internal organs whilst exercising and relaxing the mind.
Tai Chi is often referred to as Meditation in Motion. £60 for 6 sessions
 

Live Music

Robin Nolan Trio
6th November 2014, 8pm

Simply put The Robin Nolan Trio are one the world’s best known and most admired Gypsy Jazz outfits. Amsterdam based Robin Nolan has been lauded for his musical genius and sensibilities by the late George Harrison, Willie Nelson, and Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman.
Expect some of the finest, hottest guitar playing you are ever likely to hear!…
George Harrison – “In these days of Cacophony it’s great to hear some proper music!”
Price: £12

Advance booking advised for all events
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