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Borderland Visual Arts Exhibition Opening & What's On Guide
June 2017
EXHIBITIONS
LIVE EVENTS
CRAFT FAIRS
WORKSHOPS
CLASSES
CONTACT US
Upcoming Exhibition
June 3 – July 1
BORDERLAND VISUAL ARTS (BVA)
As part of Open Studios, the Willow Gallery presents a rich variety of work by emerging and established artists. All the artists are members of Borderland Visual Arts (BVA), a thriving artists' community based in Oswestry and the Borders, Since 1999, this annual show has attracted many visitors from across the region, and this year's promises to be exceptional, with 15 studios showing the work of 30 artists. This is a unique opportunity to see high quality art on display and to meet talented artists working in their studios.
Open: Mon–Sat, 9.30am–5pm
Also Sun June 11 & 18, 10am-5pm
Meet the Artists
Celebrate with us the opening of the exhibition on Saturday June 3 when, between 2 and 4pm, there will be opportunities to meet some of the participating artists and share insights into their work.
Open Studio weekends [free admission]
Local artists and craftspeople invite you to visit them in their studios. Here is an opportunity to talk first-hand to the artists and view their work in the environment in which it was created. Studios will be open over the weekends of June 10/11 and June 17/18 between 10am and 5pm. Trail maps are available at the Willow Gallery, or visit the BVA website for full details: www.borderlandvisualarts.com.
UPCOMING AT THE WILLOW
July 8 – September 16
SUMMER OPEN
Open to paintings, textiles, printmaking, batik, drawings, mixed media, photographic works and sculpture. Artists interested in submitting works should contact the Gallery (info@willowgalleryoswestry.org) for further details and an entry form.
Looking for a venue to present your work?
Independently of our main exhibition area, the Gallery provides additional wall-hanging space with adjustable lighting for individual artists to exhibit their work. Please contact us for future availability and rates.
Artist-in-Residence
Visitors to the Gallery will also be able to see the work and work-in-progress of resident artist Karl Robinson-Bray.
LIVE EVENTS
When booking tickets for live music and other events, please let us know if you require space for a wheelchair, extra legroom or an aisle seat.
Saturday June 17
BEN HOLDER and STUART CARTER-SMITH
Sparks will fly : A night not to be missed
Brilliant 'Gypsy Fire' musicians Ben Holder and Stuart Carter-Smith make the perfect gypsy swing duo
Ben Holder, taught classically from the age of six (he studied at the Birmingham Conservatoire) is amongst the most gifted and dynamic young jazz violinists in the UK, influenced by jazz classic masters Benny Goodman, Oscar Peterson and of course Stéphane Grappelli, Joe Venuti and the incomparable Stuff Smith. Ben's innate sense of swing rhythm (something that often eludes classical players) stems from those early listening sessions, and his various awards bear testimony to his extraordinary talent.
Stuart Carter-Smith has a well-earned reputation as a top-class gypsy jazz guitarist. Initially studying and performing the classical guitar, he then fell in love with the music of Django Reinhardt, and his post-classical studies led him to work with some of the finest names in that genre, both in the UK and overseas. A consummate improviser and master of pin-point rhythm accuracy, Stuart is always searching for new musical challenges, and is constantly developing new techniques and interpretations.
Find out more from Ben's and Stuart's reviews, and listen to their music here: www.holderandsmith.com
Tickets: £10 (children £5)
Start time: 8pm (doors open 7pm)
Licensed bar open all evening. There is also a pre-concert dining option: please book in advance (willoweatery@gmail.com [preferred contact method] or 'phone 07773 720425).
Friday July 21
GREN BARTLEY BAND
An evening of folk and world music performed by guitarist and prolific songwriter Gren Bartley with enthralling interplay between guitar, percussion, violin and cello
Tickets: £10 (children £5)
Further details on website
Saturday September 30
BABAJACK
Acoustic duo presents a unique blend of roots/blues/folk fusion, combining great musicianship, passion and energy
Tickets: £10 (children £5)
Further details on website
Saturday October 28
REMI HARRIS PROJECT
Remi Harris Trio take gypsy swing characteristics and infuse them with influences from jazz, blues, rock, world music and more…
Tickets: £12 (children £6)
Further details on website
UPCOMING CRAFT FAIRS
Are you a crafter looking to sell your handmade wares?
The Gallery provides a wonderful venue at the heart of Oswestry, and our aim is to offer an outlet for local craft-makers and for shoppers to buy a gift for someone special – or treat themselves.
Saturday July 15
SUMMER CRAFT FAIR
Saturday October 21
AUTUMN CRAFT FAIR
Crafters, if you would like to apply for a stall at our July or October Craft Fair, please contact us on info@willowgalleryoswestry.org. The price for a standard table remains the same at £35, and there is no commission on sales you make. Each day runs from 10am to 5pm (set-up time from 8am). When booking, please ensure that you provide full contact details, including email.
Admission free to the public.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND COURSES
Led by skilled artist-tutors, workshops/courses are a great opportunity to experiment with a range of art techniques, explore creativity and learn new skills.
Unless otherwise stated, workshops are held at the Willow Gallery's Dunbabin Room. Please check our website for full details, including information about what materials you may need to bring, or call into the Gallery. Please note that courses previously listed and not appearing below are now fully subscribed.
Portrait Relief Modelling in Clay with Tony Meadows
Create a relief portrait sculpture from the model and make it into a permanent piece in gypsum
Weekend of July 8 & 9 (2-day workshop)
10am - 4pm
Fee: £105 (all tools, materials and a portrait model provided)
Acrylic Landscape Painting with David Bannister
Ideal for those wishing to explore painting landscapes using acrylic paints and mediums
Weekend of Aug 5 & 6 (2-day course)
Fee: £80 (please bring images for inspiration, acrylic paints, brushes and an A2 or A3 stretched canvas)
Felt-making Coasts & Cliffs with Susan Mulcock
Use a variety of wool fibres and fabrics to develop contrast between shoreline, rock structure and sea
Saturday Sept 23
10am – 4.30pm
Fee: £45 (including materials)
Portrait Painting with David Bannister
Weekend of Oct 14 & 15 (2-day course)
10am-4pm
Fee: £80
Further details to follow
Felt-making Winter Landscapes with Susan Mulcock
Saturday Nov 4
Fee: £45.00
Further details to follow
Linocut Workshop with Ian Phillips
Discover the techniques of linocut to produce your own finished prints (bring images for inspiration)
Saturday Nov 11
10am-4pm
Fee: £55 (including materials)
To book onto a workshop, please 'phone 01691 657575, email info@willowgalleryoswestry.org or call in at the Gallery.
CLASSES
Oswestry classes are held at the Willow Gallery's Dunbabin Room.
LEARN TAI CHI AND QIGONG
Accessible for people of all ages and abilities
Instructor: David Bannister
David has been practising various forms of Tai Chi and Qigong for four years. He is dedicated to continuing his practice of the art and to sharing his knowledge.
Classes are held on Wednesdays, 6.30-7.30pm and are £6 per session. No special equipment is required: come in loose, comfortable clothing and bring soft indoor shoes to wear.
To book or enquire further about classes, please contact David on 07541 535587 or email banni66@icloud.com.
What distinguishes Tai Chi from Qigong?
With its roots in traditional Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi has evolved over the centuries to become a means of alleviating stress and anxiety, a form of 'meditation in motion'. It has been shown to improve balance, fitness and flexibility. Non-competitive, it is suitable for all ages and fitness levels as the movements are all gentle and low-impact.
Sometimes described as the grandmother of Tai Chi, Qigong is a meditative practice incorporating a variety of co-ordinated body postures, breathing techniques and mental focus. The gentle, rhythmic movements of Qigong can be practiced at any age and are effective at reducing stress, and improving strength and vitality.
LEARN TO LINDY HOP!
Ever fancied dancing as though you're in the 1940s? Here's how to get started…
Fun and friendly Beginners' and Improvers' classes every Monday. No partner needed! Wear flat shoes and loose, comfy clothes.
Classes are held on Mondays
7-7.45pm for Beginners
8-8.45pm for Improvers
Learn from scratch: 4-week introductory course for Beginners: £15 for course or £5 per week
To book/check start date for the next course, please contact Adie on 07980 291311
Facebook: Oswestry Swing Shack
LEARN TO PLAY FOLK MUSIC IN A RELAXED AND FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
Tunes taught by ear – no need to read music
You will need your own instrument – fiddle, flute, whistle or mandolin. Classes are held in Shrewsbury and Oswestry. The Improvers' Class requires a basic knowledge of how to play your instrument. The Advanced Class is for players with more experience.
Shrewsbury classes (held on Mondays [Gateway Education & Arts Centre])
Improvers: 7-9pm on Sept 11, Sept 25 and Oct 9
Advanced: 7-9pm on Sept 18, Oct 2 and Oct 16
Oswestry classes (held on Tuesdays [Dunbabin Room])
Advanced: 7-9pm, Sept 19, Oct 3 and Oct 17
End-of-term session
7-10pm on Mon 23 in Shrewsbury
Cost: £45 (advance booking required)
To book or enquire about classes or 1:1 tuition, please contact Diana Buckle on 07983 884411 or email fiddleandflute@gmail.com
'It has been a pleasure to come to this course. Diana is very approachable and extremely knowledgeable. It was great to be taught by someone who really knows their stuff.' Becky [flute]
About Willow Gallery
Centrally-located in Oswestry, the former car showroom is an innovative space where you can seek out and buy original artworks always well-displayed - paintings, sculpture, ceramics, woodcraft, textile art, jewellery, glassware and more. Ever-changing exhibitions throughout the year make regular visits a must.
Other events include live music, workshops and talks, while in the Gallery Shop there is always an interesting selection of arts and crafts to browse. There are regular craft fairs, and we are beautifully complemented by the on-site family- and wheelchair-friendly Willow Eatery, perfect for morning coffee, afternoon tea, lunch or a quick snack.
A venue to suit your occasion
The Gallery's Dunbabin Room is a multipurpose room that lends itself to an array of events from parties to business meetings, and its clear hard floor and high ceiling are perfect for dance and fitness classes. Please contact info@willowgalleryoswestry.org for availability and rates.
CONTACT US
To contact the Willow Gallery:
Tel: 01691 657575
email: info@willowgalleryoswestry.org
Website: www.willowgalleryoswestry.org
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Address: 56 Willow Street, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 1AD
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