Also come and see a selection of paintings by Leo Donaghy who works in a variety of media and styles, often to capture the beauty of nature and bring an element of abstraction to his work.
Leo jumps between small and medium to much larger compositions, ranging from delicately-executed Chinese brush paintings to enthralling commissioned murals. He is also an engaging and talented teacher, working with both beginners and more experienced artists, and you can join him next year for an art class at the Gallery. | | | | | | | BIJOUX Gems of artwork by members of Borderland Visual Arts (BVA) Especially for Christmas, our local artists' community shows its breadth and depth of talent with an exciting range of affordable original pieces of art. The collection features prints, ceramics, paintings and tapestry as well as jewellery and sculpture. Ideal as gifts to spoil your loved ones - or maybe yourself! | A FURTHER SAMPLING OF ARTS & CRAFTS
Alongside BVA, celebrate wonderful arts and crafts by members of the Shropshire Guild of Contemporary Craft and other talented craft-makers from Shropshire and beyond. Many original pieces (both useful and beautiful) for every taste and age - and every purchase is a work of art. Also choose beautiful Christmas cards. | |  | | DIANA BAUR
Bittersweet 2 - Mixed Media |  | | SARA PIPER HEAP
Collection of quirky copper houses | | | UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS 13 January - 24 February
NEW YEAR OPEN
3 March - 14 April
SPRING OPEN
Including:
Painting with Words (art inspired by literature) | | CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIRS
Saturday 2 December (9.30am-5pm)
Sunday 3 Dec (10am-3pm)
Saturday 16 December (9.30am-5pm) Range of crafts and gift ideas for every taste and budget Craft-makers: A few stalls still available for December 16 - so, if you would like to book a spot, please contact willowgalleryoswestry@gmail.com
Set-up time from 8am
No commission on sales
When booking, please provide full contact details, including email | | | WORKSHOPS & COURSES
All sessions take place at the Willow Gallery's Dunbabin Room. Please check our website for any materials you may need.
Book online, by 'phone (01691 657575) or call in at the Gallery. For Lifelong Learning courses, please book through Aberystwyth University Lifelong Learning (01970 621580 : learning@aber.ac.uk). | | NEW COURSE
JUST DRAWING: Exploring the Art of Drawing with David Bannister | |  | Have you always wanted to draw? Are you a beginner but need a little encouragement or advice on different methods and techniques? Are you an avid drawer but thinking of exploring different techniques or genres? Then Just Drawing may be just right for you.
The sessions will be tutored by David Bannister, one of the artists-in-residence at the Willow Gallery. David will share with you his knowledge and experience of drawing, with topics including mark making, tonal shading, line drawing and perspective. 4 sessions: Wednesdays 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec & 20 Dec
10am-1pm : £85 Materials to be used: Pencil, charcoal, pen & ink, line & wash
Please bring your own drawing materials and paper to classes | | | Fungi Illustration [CF109] with Tereska Shepherd [Lifelong Learning] | | | Capture in watercolour the subtle colour variations and intriguing structures of a wide range of fungi and their surrounding habitats
Weekend of 18 & 19 Nov (2-day course)
10am-3.30pm : £55 (£45 concessions) | | | | Batik Bags with Jenny O'Leary | | | Use two traditional techniques (tie-dye and then batik as a resist) in combination to create an original design on a cotton bag
Saturday 2 Dec
10am-4pm : £45 | | | | Embroidered Box Workshop with Suzette Smart | | | Create a rich and colourful lid for your box with free-machine embroidery and the layering of voiles and lightweight fabrics Saturday 9 Dec
10am-4pm : £40 | | | | Introduction to Ceramic Tile Making with Georgia Wright | | | Roll out your clay and learn the basics of sgraffito and relief decoration
(Level: Beginners) Saturday 16 Dec
10am-4pm : £45 | | | | Gardens & Allotments - Batik with Jenny O'Leary | | | Use the technique of batik on tissue and fabric to create a piece of work exploring the theme of gardens and allotments
Beginners Welcome
Saturday 3 Feb : 10am-4pm : £40 | | | | Shells: Natural History Illustration [CF206]
with Tereska Shepherd
[Lifelong Learning] Saturday 10 Feb & Saturday 10 March
(2 sessions)
10am-3.30pm : £55 (£45 concessions) | | Painting Gardens [CF207]
with Tereska Shepherd
[Lifelong Learning] 7 sessions: Mondays 12 Feb, 26 Feb, 12 March, 26 March, 30 April, 14 May & 18 June 10am-3.30pm : £220 (£180 concessions) | | | Evaluation feedback on Tereska's 1-day INTERPRETING WOODLANDS Workshop (30 October 2017) | | | 'As always, Tereska's materials and handouts were comprehensive and stimulating. The variety of techniques she showed us was inspirational, and I found her use of oil pastels with watercolour washes on top particularly effective. The following day I used this technique when painting a chestnut tree in autumn colours. The resulting textures were just what I wanted.
'I found this course excellent in all aspects, and always find Tereska's constructive comments helpful in developing my painting.'
RIGHT: REG TURRELL worked with mixed media at Tereska's Shepherd's recent Interpreting Woodlands workshop | | | | Back by popular demand, singer-songwriter Vera Van Heeringen will be with us on Saturday 27 January. Multi-instrumentalist Vera will be accompanied by King Dave Luke (guitar/vocals) and Andy Seward (bass). On Saturday 24 March we welcome remarkable French musician Claude Bourbon for an evening of guitar and song, and on Saturday 28 April we'll be entertained by one of Scotland's most gifted songwriters and acoustic guitarists, Simon Kempston. | | | Classes are held at the Willow Gallery's Dunbabin Room unless otherwise stated LEARN TO LINDY HOP!
Monday classes - Beginners & Improvers For more information, please contact Adie on 07980 291311 LEARN TAI CHI & QIGONG Instructor: David Bannister Wednesday classes at Memorial Hall, Oswestry Thursday classes at Llanfyllin Youth & Community Centre Contact David on 07541 535587 or email banni66@icloud.com. PLAY FOLK MUSIC IN A RELAXED & FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
Tutor : Diana Buckle You will need your own instrument – fiddle, flute, whistle or mandolin
Classes at the Gateway, Shrewsbury
and Dunbabin Room, Oswestry ' YOGA WITH BETTY
Teacher: Betty Hyam
Friday morning classes, mixed ability, 10-11.30am
Contact: 01938 554894 FENCING WITH THE FOIL
Coach: Bridie Lloyd Each session a fencing taster experience 10 Dec | | | ABOUT US
Centrally-located in Oswestry, the former car showroom is an artist-led, not-for-profit gallery space dedicated to the community. Open all year, the gallery displays ever-changing exhibitions where you can seek out and buy original artworks - paintings, sculpture, ceramics, textile art, jewellery, glassware, photographic works and more. Also meet our talented artists-in-residence and talk to them about their work.
Other regular events include live music, workshops, talks and craft fairs. In the Gallery Shop, as well as prints and cards, there is always a wide selection of arts and crafts to browse.
Willow Eatery
With a relaxed and friendly atmosphere plus good access for disabled people, the Willow Eatery is a popular local rendezvous, serving morning coffee, freshly-prepared light lunches and afternoon tea with a tempting selection of cakes - all cooked by Lindsay and her team.
Gift vouchers and other gift ideas
Gift vouchers are available at the Willow Gallery. They can be bought for any amount and be redeemed in both the Gallery and the Shop. Booking a place for a friend on one of our artist-run workshops can also make an original and rewarding gift - or treat a music-loving friend or family member to a ticket for one of our live music events.
Gift vouchers are also available for the Willow Eatery and a lovely way to make someone's day.
A venue to suit your occasion
Use our spacious Dunbabin Room for your own event. It's ideal for community groups, workshops, talks, training sessions and meetings, parties and celebrations, while its large clear hard floor and high ceiling are perfect for dance and fitness classes. Please contact us (willowgalleryoswestry@gmail.com) for availability and rates. | | | Tor Y Foel
Greetings card from a collection of linocuts by Ian Phillips for sale at Willow Gallery Shop
Artist and printmaker based in Mid-Wales, Ian makes stunning linocuts inspired by landscapes, seascapes and wildlife. He also runs great courses for both experienced and beginner printmakers.
| | | CONTACT US
To contact the Willow Gallery:
Tel: 01691 657575
email: willowgalleryoswestry@gmail.com
Website: www.willowgalleryoswestry.org
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Address: 56 Willow Street, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 1AD
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Gallery open: Mon-Sat 9.30am-5pm
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Closed Sundays/bank holidays | | | |
