Call Out: After the Romans

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After the Romans

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This year for Neath Art Festival we have chosen to celebrate the art of the Romans with the exhibition ‘After the Romans’.

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The Roman Empire has had a great influence on art for centuries and they were well known for their painting, sculptures, architecture and of course mosaic work.

Wales itself has a rich history tied with the Romans.

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Recently archaeologists discovered a Roman villa in Margam Park, Port Talbot, which is not too far from Queen Street Gallery here in Neath. It is believed to be the largest Roman villa found in Wales.

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As well as this villa, there were many Roman forts in Wales, including one in the grounds of Cardiff Castle and there are many Roman roads in the region, notably Sarn Helen which links North and South Wales.

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Inspired by this history and the art and design of the period, we are inviting artists to create artwork inspired by the Romans and this time period with successful applications being exhibited in Queen Street Gallery this October.

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We have had great success in previous festivals with themes such as Under Milk Wood, The Wizard of Oz and Alice in Wonderland and we want to continue that success this year. Art can be of any medium or style, traditional painting and illustration, print, ceramic & sculpture, textiles, collage, digital. We are open to everyone!

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This is a very broad theme but we believe with the history of Romans in the area and in Britain overall it will be a great subject matter to work with. Let your imagination run wild!

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Please read though entry guidelines opposite before submitting.​

 

Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

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To enter online, please click the link HERE and follow the instructions provided.

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We also have a call out for Young Artists Postcard Art

Ages 5-16

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Theme: 'After the Romans'

 

More Information HERE

 

 

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