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View this email in your browser (https://mailchi.mp/f184931daf91/meet-the-artists-evening-this-friday-at-7pm-with-borderland-visual-arts-and-whats-on-at-willow-gallery?e=fc60fd651d) ** Newsletter June 2019 ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ------------------------------------------------------------ ABOVE: IAN PHILLIPS ~ Looking Back (Cheddar Gorge) ~ Detail from linocut EXHIBITIONS & MEET THE ARTISTS (#EX) FESTIVAL OF NATURE (#FEST) LIVE MUSIC (#LIVE) STRAWBERRIES FOR TEA (#STRAWBERRIES) SUMMER CRAFT FAIR (#CRAFT) WORKSHOPS & COURSES (#COURSES) HAPPY STUDENTS (#GLASS) ABOUT US (#ABOUT) CONTACT US (#CONTACTO) LEFT: JAS DAVIDSON Still Bronze BORDERLAND VISUAL ARTS (BVA) Until 29 June See the latest work by our very active local contemporary art group. As well as painting, drawing and sculpture, members work in ceramics, glass, textiles, printmaking, woodcarving and photography. MEET THE ARTISTS EVENING Friday 31 May, 7pm Sip a glass of wine, see the newest collection of local artwork, meet some of the artists, and learn more about their upcoming Open Studios (also see below). JANIE McLEOD The Island Acrylic on canvas MARGARET CHARMAN Philadelphus Acrylic Portrait (oil on canvas) of Chris Dunbabin by CHRIS WILSON Prolific, talented painter Chris Dunbabin, was born in Oswestry in 1947 and died in 2007. He was a friend of local furniture-maker Peter Vidal who went on to found the Willow Gallery. Indeed, Mr Vidal took on not only the redundant car showroom for the main gallery but also the adjacent building that became the art studio and was named the Dunbabin Room in honour of his friend. Open Studios: 8/9 & 15/16 June Behind the scenes with our local artists The annual BVA Open Studios take place over the above two weekends in and around Oswestry. This is a great opportunity to meet a broad range of local artist and crafters - and to purchase original works of art and craft commission-free. Please go to to their website (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=958b415b94&e=fc60fd651d) to download their map and details of participating studios. Also 8/9 & 15/16 June in Willow GalleryÆs Dunbabin Room Free Demonstration Workshop with Judith Harrison & Suzette Smart Judith will be demonstrating using a pasta maker as a press for printing drypoint and encouraging visitors to join in and make and print a simple plate. Suzette will be demonstrating free machine embroidery with a little mixed media. There will be a second sewing machine available for those who would like to have a go. Over the course of these two weekends, the gallery will be open on Sundays (10am-4pm) RECENT SALES CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Susan Mulcock's felted Snowdrops, Cound; Martin Salway's Towards the Isle of May (oil on board); Mo Vyse's Away in the Distance IV (mixed media) 'EARTH, AIR, FIRE & WATER' 6 July - 24 August Nature has long provided a rich seam for artists, but as environmental problems arising from expanded human activity become more pervasive and widespread, we invite artists to engage with this challenging subject and create works revolving around the problems our planet now faces. Entries in all media, techniques and styles are encouraged. For an entry pack and further information, please contact the Willow Gallery. July-Aug 2019 The gallery is delighted to be working alongside Shropshire Wildlife Trust to present, over the course of our nature-themed summer exhibition, a programme of talks exploring the threats faced by wildlife from many different kinds of human activity and the conservation efforts required to save them. Full Festival ticket ú45 or ú8 per evening talk PROGRAMME Friday 5 July, 6.30pm Festival Opening drinks reception Friday 5 July, 7.30pm 'Wild by Nature' Shropshire countryman, author, poet and broadcaster Paul Evans in conversation with wilderness writer and rock climber Jim Perrin. Tuesday 16 July, 7.30pm æLife Before the LensÆ Iolo Williams talks about his early career as an RSPB warden and more recent times as one of our foremost wildlife campaigners. Saturday 27 July, 7.30pm æCold ComfortsÆ Doug Allan, David Attenborough's top Arctic cameraman, has filmed nearly every great natural history TV programme in the past 20 years. Friday 2 August, 7.30pm æIn the Wild WoodÆ Oswestry's own raptor and biodiversity expert Keith Offord talks about a local wood full of some extraordinary old trees. Friday 9 August, 7.30pm æUrban BuzzÆ Bee writers Penny Metal & Alison Benjamin give the view of nature from the cities - and highlight the threat facing bees worldwide. Friday 16 August, 7.30pm æButterfly WorldÆ Journalist and natural history writer Patrick Barkham describes how he set out to spot all 59 species of resident British butterfly. Friday 23 August, 7.30pm æWhich Way Nature?Æ Debate/discussion chaired by Guardian environment editor Damian Carrington Entry is free, but you will need a ticket Full programme on our . Book online, by 'phone or at the gallery Please pay at time of booking: Call 01691 657575 or book online (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=572b27ef4c&e=fc60fd651d) Bar open all evening during live music events. Pre-concert supper available at selected events: contact willoweatery@gmail.com (mailto:willoweatery@gmail.com) for details. Friday 14 June Jaywalkers Americana band combines double bass (Lucille Williams), mandolin (Mike Giverin), fiddle (Jay Bradberry) and three-part harmony to make a fuller sound than might be expected from an acoustic trio, taking influence from folk, bluegrass, country and Western swing. Time: 8pm Tickets: ú12 (children ú6) Thursday 25 July El Deseo Quartett >From Toulouse, flute and guitar quartet composed of Marie-Emilie Gauffre (flute/vocals), HÚlÞne Colin (flute/vocals), Fabien Vinues (flute/vocals) and Bertrand Gibert (guitar), their compositions inspired by jazz and world music. Time: 8pm Tickets: ú10 (children ú5) Saturday 14 September Paulus Schõfer Trio Dutch Sinti (gypsy) guitarist Paulus Schõfer together with Chris Quin (rhythm guitar) and Tom Moore (double bass) perform a swinging form of jazz that finds its origin in the style of the great Django Reinhardt. Time: 8pm Tickets ú14 (children ú7) When booking tickets for live music and other events, please let us know if you require wheelchair space or have any other specific requirements Saturday 22 June, 3-5pm Afternoon Strawberry Tea Vicarage Farm, Llangynog SY10 0HG There will be face painting for children, music performed by John Neilson (whose accordion playing we've enjoyed so much at the Willow) and guitarist Meri Lawes, and a few stalls including plants for sale and a tombola ready to be spun. Well-behaved dogs are welcome. The house is about a mile from Llangynog village towards Pennant Melangell Church - a cream-coloured house on the right-hand side - and there will be signage for parking. ú4 (ú2 for children) which includes strawberries & cream along with a glass of Pimms or a cup of tea or coffee Funds raised will go to Llangynog Entertainment Committee which provides outings and lunches for senior citizens Sat 20 July 10am-5pm Free entry Quality handmade items include jewellery, fabric crafts, turned wood, glass art, books & leather work VENDORS: Please email (mailto:willowgalleryoswestry@gmail.com) to book a craft table for July, Oct or Nov Book online (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=6948b9ba34&e=fc60fd651d) , by 'phone (01691 657575) or in person. Booking and pre-payment are required to confirm a place. Also please check our website for full details, including any materials to bring. Courses previously listed and not appearing below are now full. Ceramic Birds with Sara Wood Sat 22 June 10am-12.30pm Cost: ú45 Try your hand at making and decorating a pair of minimal ceramic birds. After glazing and firing, your birds are mounted on a wooden base. Batik: Flowers, Leaves & Seedpods with Jenny O'Leary Sat 29 June 10am-4pm Cost: ú45 including materials Create batik designs on paper, tissue paper and canvas using inks and bleach to add and remove colour. Contemporary Still Life - Up Close & Personal with Peter Monaghan Sat 6 July 10am-4pm Cost: ú60 Looking at everyday objects and working in acrylic/mixed media, use collage and simple print techniques and materials to initiate fresh ideas. Birds & Animals with Suzette Smart Sat 13 July 10am-4pm Cost: ú50 Make a textile picture of a bird or animal using fabric collage and free machine embroidery; work onto a piece of vintage fabric to complete a unique piece. Painting your DogÆs Portrait in Acrylic with Myfanwy Powell Sat 3rd & Sun 4 Aug 10am-4pm Cost: ú80 for 2 sessions Learn about scale, tone, and mark-making, and develop your observational and painting skills to capture the energy and personality of your special pet on canvas. Also see our website (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=8db8544f40&e=fc60fd651d) for workshops and courses we are now scheduling for the autumn Fabulous introduction to fused glass... Educational, fascinating and fun... Jill is a brilliant glass maker but also an extremely patient tutor... Have definitely got the glass fusing bug! What a great day Jill Bagnall's recent glass fusion workshop proved to be. Students were encouraged to experiment with their own ideas and to explore different techniques and colour combinations, as can be seen below. By the end of the day, all participants produced several colourful pieces ready for firing before taking home. Here's one of Jill's own recently-sold pieces, a large curved plate requiring two separate firings, one to fuse the glass and a second to slump it to shape.This particular piece is now travelling all the way to Mexico for a wedding present. Jill plans another course in December with possibly a Christmas/winter theme. There'll be further details shortly on our website. A former car showroom, the gallery was founded by local craftsman Peter Vidal and opened in 2012 to promote contemporary art. A not-for-profit community interest company, the gallery supports established and emerging artists (particularly local talent) working across many disciplines. As well as regularly-changing exhibitions, we run artist-led workshops and courses, and host a programme of events, including live music, craft fairs, special exhibits, craft demonstrations and talks. Our artists-in-residence enjoy engaging with the public and are keen to share their knowledge and passion. Room hire is also available, and you can test your taste buds at our on-site Eatery. Artist: JIM HEATH To contact the Willow Gallery Tel: 01691 657575 email: willowgalleryoswestry@gmail.com (mailto:willowgalleryoswestry@gmail.com) Website: www.willowgalleryoswestry.org (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=4ea8264528&e=fc60fd651d) Facebook: Willow (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=6cfe23f792&e=fc60fd651d) Address: 56 Willow Street, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 1AD Add us to your address book (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=db36815ae9&e=fc60fd651d) To contact the Willow Eatery: Tel: 07773 720425 email: willoweatery@gmail.com (mailto:willoweatery@gmail.com) Address: 56 Willow Street, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 1AD Gallery open: Mon-Sat 9.30am-5pm Eatery open: Mon-Sat 9.30am-4.30pm Closed: Sundays/Bank Holidays Editor: Hilary Moorcroft \ June 2019 ============================================================ Copyright ® 2019 The Willow Gallery All rights reserved You are receiving this email as you've signed up to the Gallery's mailing list Our mailing address is: 56 Willow Street Oswestry Shropshire SY11 1AD United Kingdom
