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WILLOW GALLERY Oswestry View this email in your browser (https://mailchi.mp/997def335901/whats-on-at-willow-gallery-oswestry-nature-festival-summer-exhibition-upcoming-workshops?e=fc60fd651d) ** Newsletter August 2019 ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ------------------------------------------------------------ Painted Lady: Unusually high numbers of the migratory butterfly have flown to Britain this summer SUMMER EXHIBITION (#SUMMER) FESTIVAL OF NATURE (#NATURE) ORCHARD BY THE TRACK (#ORCHARD) UPCOMING CLASSES (#CLASSES) PAULUS SCH─FER LIVE (#PAULUS) AUTUMN EXHIBITION (#AUTUMN) BEAUTIFUL BALLOONS (#BALLOONS) EN PLEIN AIR (#MARK) ABOUT US (#ABOUT) CONTACT US (#CONTACT) Just a limited number of tickets left for our August events Don't delay Book now to be part of Oswestry's first Festival of Nature EARTH, AIR, FIRE & WATER Until 24 Aug Summer Exhibition on the theme of art's engagement with the natural world and mounting environmental issues DAVID BANNISTER ~ New Era ~ Oil on canvas DANIEL YEOMANS White Water Lilies Oil on canvas JUDITH SAMUEL Arctic Tern Mixed media GILL CROZIER Limestone Quarry with Red Wall Acrylic on canvas JANE BROOKSHAW Under the Night Sky Acrylic on canvas OSWESTRY NATURE FESTIVAL July-Aug 2019 In collaboration with Shropshire Wildlife Trust, we present a programme of thought-provoking talks on wildlife conservation. Regarding our 23 August debate, we particularly welcome young local people to come along and take part. Tickets: ú8 per evening talk Debate (23 Aug) - Entry is free but you will need a ticket Book online (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=6d9026c009&e=fc60fd651d) , by 'phone or at the gallery August events (full details on our website (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=4db5086f3b&e=fc60fd651d) ) Friday 2 August, 7.30pm æIn the Wild WoodÆ Oswestry's own raptor and biodiversity expert Keith Offord talks about an area of local ancient woodland that is home to many species Friday 16 August, 7.30pm æButterfly WorldÆ Journalist and natural history writer Patrick Barkham describes his mission to spot all 59 species of resident British butterfly in all their diversity and beauty Friday 9 August, 7.30pm æUrban BuzzÆ Penny Metal and Alison Benjamin give the view of nature from the cities, and highlight the threat facing bees, crucial pollinators that help to keep our world alive Friday 23 August, 7.30pm æWhich Way Nature?Æ Bringing people together to discuss the future of nature Chaired by Guardian Environment Editor Damian Carrington + Guest Panel THANK YOU SPONSORS for your generous support Country Gardens & Woodlands Northern Industrial Battery Services Stan's Superstore Stokes of England Treflach Farm Special thanks also to Steve Shepherd for his logistical and technical help, and to mum & daughter Debbie and Jess Marais for their nature-inspired decorations and other rustic touches An evening with award-winning polar cameraman and wildlife campaigner Doug Allan Oswestry Community Orchard Complementing our town's first Nature Festival, we also celebrate Cambrian Heritage Railways' initiative to create and cultivate a community orchard between the railway line and Gobowen Road. The project took root in 2011, and today the orchard is planted with traditional fruit trees containing a mosaic of habitats for wildlife. Along with adjacent woodland, it also provides a green recreational space as well as educational and training opportunities. At harvest, some of the fruit is sold to provide funds for maintenance. For more information about this important, but not widely-known, local conservation project, please click here (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=9f1f543ebd&e=fc60fd651d) , then click 'Railway Ecology Reports' to find 'Railway Orchard'. WORKSHOPS, COURSES & OTHER CLASSES (Sept-Dec) Yoga with Emily Wilkinson 4 sessions starting Tues 10 Sept Make Your Own Sterling Silver Rings & Bangle Sat 14 Sept Feltmaking - Waterfalls with Susan Mulcock Sat 21 & Sun 22 Sept Trees - An Exploration through Batik with Jenny O'Leary Sat 28 & Sun 29 Sept Mixed-Media Mini Landscape with Suzette Smart Wed 2 Oct Portrait Sketching with Charcoal with David Bannister Sat 5 & Sun 6 Oct Mosaic Workshop for Beginners with Lindsey Kennedy Sat 12 Oct Yoga with Emily Wilkinson 4 sessions starting Tues 22 Oct Chinese Brush Painting with Leo Donaghy 4 sessions starting Wed 23 Oct A Mural for Your Home with Leo Donaghy 4 sessions starting Thurs 24 Oct Seascape in Acrylics with Mark Warner Sat 26 Oct Gesture & Portraits in Acrylics with David Bannister Sat 2 & Sun 3 Nov Landscape in Batik with Jenny O'Leary Sat 9 Nov Textile Bird House with Suzette Smart Sat 16 & Sun 17 Nov Feltmaking - Skies & Skylines with Susan Mulcock Sat 23 Nov Feltmaking - Tidal Coasts, cliffs & Coastlines with Susan Mulcock Sat 7 Dec Glass Fusing with Jill Bagnall Sat 14 Dec See our website (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=77054ca360&e=fc60fd651d) for full details PAULUS SCH─FER TRIO LIVE AT THE WILLOW Saturday 14 September, 8pm 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. One of the most prestigious contemporary gypsy jazz musicians, Paulus is also one of the most sought-after teachers in the genre. For tickets (ú14, children ú7), call 01691 657575 or book online (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=deade6f1ca&e=fc60fd651d) If you have any access requirements (wheelchair space / aisle seat / seat at the front &c), please let us know when booking Pre-show & interval drinks available at the bar Contact willoweatery.co.uk (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=7ed91cb6cd&e=fc60fd651d) for details of pre-concert supper (advance booking required) French band comes to town In July French flute/guitar ensemble El Deseo Quartett took musical flight at the Willow, their engaging presence and diverse repertoire, oscillating between jazz and world music, creating a perfect summer night. Visiting from their home town of Toulouse, flautists Fabien, HÚlÞne and Marie-Emilie and guitarist Bertrand played with great freshness and skill, and we felt very privileged to have them perform at our gallery. We wish this innovative young band well and hope they continue to foster and perform such interesting music in the future. AUTUMN OPEN EXHIBITION 31 Aug - 19 Oct To enter our Autumn Open, please contact the gallery for an application pack REG TURRELL Woodland Watercolour, ink & oil pastel OWN ART with 0% finance Arts Council initiative allows you to purchase any kind of contemporary art or craft and pay for it in 10 interest-free instalments. Please ask at the desk for details. OSWESTRY BALLOON CARNIVAL 2019 Sat 24 & Sun 25 Aug Free event See over 25 colourful hot-air balloons perform and take off from the heart of Oswestry. Also continental market, street food and entertainment. Balloons in Cae Glas Park photographed by GRAHAM MITCHELL Mark Warner, plein air artist Drawing inspiration from the landscape, artist and tutor Mark works directly in the field to capture a scene, making on-site sketches, taking photographs and making notes before finishing back in the studio. Mark will be running a workshop at the Willow Gallery on Oct 26: see our website (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=6e75cce94b&e=fc60fd651d) for details. LEFT: Summer Rain (acrylic) ABOUT US 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 our on-site Eatery is the perfect place to meet friends for coffee, enjoy a bite to eat or delight in a traditional afternoon tea! CONTACT US To contact the Willow Gallery: Tel: 01691 657575 email: willowgalleryoswestry.gmail.com (mailto:www.willowgalleryoswestry.gmail.com) Website: www.willowgalleryoswestry.org (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=be48b13ce7&e=fc60fd651d) Facebook: Willow (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=bb4a2994e1&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=6256c859ce&e=fc60fd651d) To contact the Willow Eatery: Tel: 07773 720425 Website: www.willoweatery.co.uk (https://willowartgallery.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=71eae61552062c89a78e57454&id=dd25a50ae0&e=fc60fd651d) 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 \ August 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 Want to change how you receive these emails? 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