Wednesday May 22 2013
Art & Literature Events & Classes
Art group’s exhibition
Art & Literature
Alvechurch Art Group presents an Art Exhibition on Saturday May 18 in Alvechurch Baptist Church from 11am to 4pm.
This is intended to show off members’ work, although some exhibits will be on sale. Painting demonstrations will also take place throughout the day.
Refreshments will be available. Admission is free.
The group meets at the Baptist Hall (rear of church) every Tuesday from 1–3.30pm, using all mediums except oil.
All welcome, especially beginners. Friendly tuition. Call Paul on 0121 445 5437 or drop in.
Join our Craft Group
Clubs & Societies
A Craft Group meets every Monday morning in Alvechurch library from 11am–1pm.
Knitting, crocheting, sewing, quilting etc. An informal and self running group that uses shared library space.
Please call 01905 822722 for any further information required.
Prize-winning poet
Art & Literature
WORDS, the Bromsgrove group which promotes interest in the written and spoken word, presents an evening with prize-winning poet Alice Oswald at Artrix on Fri April 19 at 8pm.
Tickets £12; students £6, from Artrix on 01527 577330 or http://www.artrix.co.uk, or WORDS on 01299 403112 or http://www.bromsgrovewords.com
Gallery open to public
Art & Literature
A Barnt Green gallery is opening its doors to visitors during December.
Local artist George Benson will be showcasing his work, much of which will be available to buy, at First Floor, 8 Hewell Road, Barnt Green from 10am-2pm every Fri and Sat in Dec.
After graduating in fine art film and 3D computer graphics, George founded two design agencies with clients including Audi, the BBC and Mastercard.
He started to experiment with photography in 2007 and has exhibited at Birmingham Art Gallery, and the Format International Photography Festival.
He was a winner of the Flash Forward Emerging Photographers Award in 2010 and his series Colour of Music is now showing at United Photo Industries in New York.
To find out more visit http://www.gwbenson.co.uk
Textile Advanced Class
Art & Literature
A Textile Advanced Class begins Weds Jan 16, 10am -12noon, running for six weeks.
Explore more advanced textile techniques and produce a finished scarf at the end of the course. £48 plus materials.
Booking is essential: call 07949 582031 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Textile Introduction Class
Art & Literature
A Textile Introduction Class begins on Tues Jan 15, 10am–12noon, and runs for six weeks.
Explore basic textile techniques each week and produce a series of samples and a better understanding of techniques. £48 plus materials.
Booking is essential: call 07949 582031 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Christmas card workshop
Art & Literature
A two-day Christmas card /gift wrap workshop takes place on Tuesdays Nov 27 and Dec 4 at Reactive Designs, Canalside Craft Centre, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4JZ.
The workshop runs between 10am-12noon each day and costs £25 including materials.
There are only eight spaces, so booking is essential – call 07939 582931.
Art Club’s Winter Exhibition
Art & Literature
Barnt Green Art Club holds its Annual Winter Exhibition on Sat Nov 3 from 10am–5pm at The Friends Meeting House, Sandhills Road, Barnt Green, B45 8NR.
Free admission, car parking and disabled access.
Over 100 original pictures for sale plus unframed works and cards. Proceeds from refreshments and arts and crafts stall to charity.
More information on 0121 445 3209.
Embroidered welcome
Art & Literature
Artrix in Bromsgrove presents Stitching a Welcome to Athletes of the World – a tribute in stitch by members of the Embroiderers’ Guild – from Oct 8 to Nov 4.
The Embroiderers’ Guild (including members from local branches) has created more than 3,000 embroidered postcard-sized images depicting the life and times of over 200 sporting nations.
The exhibition is free to attend and will be open from 10am–4pm, Mon–Sat and 7–9pm on performance nights.
Artrix is at Slideslow Drive, Bromsgrove, B60 1PQ.
Craft fayres in Redditch
General Events
Monthly craft fayres take place at The Old Needle Works, Britten Street, Redditch (B97 6HD) on the third Sat each month from 10am–4pm – a fantastic opportunity to meet local craftspeople and shop for handmade gifts.
Admission is free, and refreshments are available at the Crafty Cafe on site. Two minutes’ walk from bus/train station or ample parking on site.
Bringing cash is advisable as not all the makers can take card payments.
For more info visit: http://www.facebook.com/theoldneedleworks or http://www.inkberrowdesigncentre.co.uk
Textile Taster
Art & Literature
A Textile Taster introduction course starts on Sep 11 at the Textile Studio, Canalside Craft Centre, Stoke Prior, B60 4JZ.
From 10am–12noon, explore textiles using techniques such as batik wax resist, screen printing, hand painting, dyeing, heat press and mono print. You will be encouraged to develop your designs.
£48 per term (materials paid per week).
More info at http://www.reactivedesigns.co.uk
Children’s Holiday Workshops
Children & Families
Children’s Holiday Workshops take place at the Canalside Craft Centre in Bromsgrove during the summer holidays.
Textiles/Print classes run every Mon, Tues and Wed from 10am–12.30pm, each session costing £15 per child (materials included).
Booking essential as places are limited to six per day.
Studio 5c Canalside Craft Centre, Hanbury Rd, Bromsgrove, B60 4JZ.
More info from 07949 582031, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or http://www.reactivedesigns.co.uk
Textile exhibition
Art & Literature
A Textile Exhibition takes place at Avoncroft Arts Centre on Sat June 23 (10am–5pm) and Sun June 24 (10am–4pm).
Textile Inspirations and Landscapes from Above is the annual exhibition by students of Edwina Mackinnon and Ineke Berlyn.
The venue is located on Redditch Road, Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove B60 4JR (by the pedestrian traffic lights) and admission is £3 to include refreshments – proceeds to charity.
Traders: for further info please contact Edwina Mackinnon on 07891 079080 or edwina.mackinnon@btinternet.com, or Ineke Berlyn on 07875 372589 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Kids’ art workshops
Children & Families
Textile/print workshops for children are taking place in Bromsgrove during the Easter holidays, led by a fully qualified textile/print artist who has been CRB checked.
On Tuesdays April 3 and 10, it’s printmaking techniques, while on Wednesdays April 4 and 11 it’s silk painting. A screen printing class is on Thurs April 5.
All sessions take place at Metals & Ores, Unit 14D, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4JZ from 10am–12noon, and are suitable for children aged 8+.
Sessions cost £15 per child (materials included). Places are limited so please phone 07949 582031 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to book.
Annual art display
Art & Literature
Bromsgrove Art Society holds its Annual Art Exhibition at All Saints Church in Bromsgrove from Saturday April 21 to Saturday May 5.
The group meets monthly at the St John Ambulance Centre, Bromsgrove B61 0EX. Visitors welcome, entry £2 including refreshments.
For further information call Tony on 01527 876659 or visit http://www.bromsgroveartsociety.org.uk
Exhibition celebrates eccentric artist
Art & Literature
A special art exhibition is coming to Bromsgrove, celebrating the work of an eccentric and controversial artist.
Robert Lenkiewicz, who died ten years ago, is renowned for his large-scale paintings covering all aspects of the human condition, usually focusing on social issues and “hidden” communities living outside mainstream society.
Unpopular in high art circles but with a huge public following, he also hit the headlines for opening his studio to the homeless, and faking his own death in 1981.
Lenkiewicz’s work will be on display and for sale at the Priory Gallery in Stoke Prior for one week from May 12. The exhibition, arranged by Kenrick Fine Art of Barnt Green, is also scheduled to appear at Artrix in February 2013.
The Priory Gallery is at Banham Craft Centre, 138 Hanbury Road, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4JZ – more information at http://www.naturethroughart.com
French classes
Art & Literature
French classes at Avoncroft Art Centre:
Tuesday 7–9pm CONVERSATION; Wednesday 7– 9pm Intermediate; Thursday 7– 9pm Beginners; FRIDAY 2– 4pm CONVERSATION.
Private tuition up to degree level by Nicole Harris. Tel: 01527 878493/07802 637093, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
‘Art Attack’ presenter to visit Rubery
Art & Literature
Neil Buchanan, the creator, artist, producer and presenter of the BAFTA-winning TV show Art Attack, will be appearing at Jamie Leigh Fine Art gallery in Rubery, on Sat February 4 from 2–4pm.
The visit coincides with the launch of his debut collection of signed limited edition prints – Neil Buchanan’s HOPE STREET – depicting “the story of childhood”.
Jamie Leigh Fine Art has recently relocated to stunning new premises at 112 New Road. The popular TV star will be the first artist to make a live appearance in the new gallery and an exhibition of HOPE STREET will remain on display in the gallery throughout the spring.
Artwork on display
Art & Literature
Barnt Green Art Group is holding its very popular annual winter art exhibition on Saturday November 5, from 10am–5pm at the Friends Meeting House, Sandhills Road, Barnt Green B45 8NR.
More than 100 original framed pictures will be on display, as well as prints and Christmas cards to buy. Refreshments will also be sold in aid of charity.
For further details, contact Jo Lloyd on 0121 445 3209.
Joy of quilting
General Events
Kingfisher Quilters’ 25th Birthday Exhibition takes place from Oct 15–16 at Beoley Village Hall (Beoley Lane, Holt End, Beoley B98 9AN).
The exhibition runs from 10.30am–4.30pm both days, featuring quilts, traders, a bag tombola and raffle.
Admission £2.50 to include cup of tea/coffee and biscuit. There is ample free parking and disabled access.
Pam’s Art Class
Art & Literature
For those who want to learn to paint and draw but feel a little anxious, come and give it a try! You can learn basic drawing skills and how to use watercolours, oil paints, acrylics and pastels.
Pam is holding an open afternoon on Thurs Sept 15 between 2–3pm at Alvechurch Village Hall. There will be an opportunity to discuss details of the class and what you would like to do.
Classes will be held on Thursdays from 9.45am–12.15pm at Alvechurch Village Hall, B48 7JX. Cost per session £7, to include materials and equipment.
If you’d like to attend the open afternoon or enquire about the classes, contact Pam McGregor at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 07809 236880.
Annual Art Exhibition
Art & Literature
Bromsgrove Art Society has its Annual Art Exhibition at All Saints Church, Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove until May 14, weekdays 10am–4pm, Sundays 11.30am–4pm.
Exhibitors include All Saints Art Club, Avoncroft Art Society, Bromsgrove Art Society, Lickey Hills Art Society, and local artists.
Admission and catalogue £1.50 – proceeds to All Saints Church Restoration Fund.
More info from Tony on 01527 876659 or http://www.bromsgroveartsociety.org.uk
Meet Marina Lewycka
Art & Literature
Meet acclaimed author Marina Lewycka at Avoncroft Arts Association, courtesy of literary interest group ‘Words’.
Marina took the literary world by storm with her award winning first novel, A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian. This engaging and witty book was quickly followed by Two Caravans (short listed for the Orwell Prize) and We Are All Made of Glue. Marina deals with serious profound issues in an infectiously humorous way.
The even takes place at 8pm on Friday March 18, at Avoncroft Arts Centre, Redditch Road, Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove B60 4JS.
Tickets cost £8, and are available from Words on 01527 873335, the Bromsgrove branch of Waterstones, or on the door, subject to availability.
More information about Words at http://www.bromsgrovewords.com
Lickey Hills Art Society
Art & Literature
Lickey Hills Art Society, a friendly bunch of artists and those interested in art, meet at Longbridge Methodist Church, Bristol Rd, B45 9TY, on the first Sat each month at
7.30pm. Open to artists and non-artists alike. For more info call Graham on 0121 453 7097 or come to a meeting – we’d love to see you.
Alvechurch Art Group
Art & Literature
Alvechurch Art Group meets at the Baptist Hall (rear of church) every Tues, 12.45 –3.30pm, using all mediums except oil. All welcome, especially beginners. Friendly tuition. Call Paul on 0121 445 5437 or drop in.
Alvechurch Library Readers Group
Art & Literature
Alvechurch Library Readers Group meet in the library one Monday a month from 6.30–7.45pm. New members are always welcome. Further details from Alyson Williams on 01905 822722. The creative writing group “writerworkshops@alvechurchlib” also meets in the library on the last Friday of the month from 11–12.30pm. Details as above.
Wythall Writers
Art & Literature
Wythall Writers meet at Wythall Library, May Lane, Hollywood on the second Thursday of the month. New members always welcome. More info from Helen on 01564 824517, Eileen on 01564 822214, Louise on 0121 430 4992 or by logging on to www.wythallwriters.com
Burcot Art Circle
Art & Literature
Burcot Art Circle meets on the first Friday of the month from 10am-12pm at Burcot Village Hall. It is a small self-help group which organises its own monthly programme, including time for critiques of previously-set “homework”, often followed by a practical lesson.
Professional artists are also invited to demonstrate a particular subject such as collage or pastels. The group tries to include an outdoor painting session during the year and also a gallery visit if possible – last year members held a successful exhibition at Birmingham Botanical Gardens and hopes to repeat this in two years’ time.
If this sounds like the sort of art circle that would provide you with the stimulus you’ve been looking for, or you wish to rekindle a previous involvement with art either as a career or a hobby, please call Ken on 0121 445 1424 or Doug on 445 1780.
Bromsgrove Art Society
Art & Literature
Bromsgrove Art Society meets every third Tuesday at 7.45pm at St John Ambulance Centre, Barnsley Hall Drive, Lickey End, B61 0EX. Visitors are most welcome, admission £2, including refreshments. For more information please contact Tony Turpin on 01527 876659 or see www.bromsgroveartsociety.org.uk
Bromsgrove Scrapbooking Club
Clubs & Societies
Bromsgrove Scrapbooking Club meets twice monthly at Fairfield Village Hall, where we get together to scrapbook or make cards together. We do not run regular classes, but we welcome all levels of experience. Come and make some new friends, learn new techniques and share your ideas. For more information, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), visit alifetimeofchances.blogspot.com, or phone 01527 875613.
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