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EXHIBITIONS


We have three exciting and varied exhibitions this month!

Each of the exhibitions runs until September 28th.



CANTERBURY LOFTS VENUE

Unfinished

An Exhibition of work by Susan Roberts

 

​Susan Roberts M.A. is a sculptor and painter who has been showing work around Wales and various parts of the world for many years.

Her work is mainly about what it is to be a woman. Her sculptures express emotions through their twisting forms and their tactile surface texture. Smooth and rough surfaces invite us to touch or sometimes repel us. Her works are often about the ageing progress, feelings, emotions and the stresses and strains on the body.


MAIN GALLERY EXHIBITION

MailArt Exhibition - 'Food for Thought'


An international exhibition of postcard size artworks from over 100 international artists based around the theme 'Food for Thought'



CWTCH GALLERY

Ancestors

A selection of paintings by THE LAST FOUNDATION GROUP


Join us for an exploration of heritage and lineage through the eyes of a group of mature artists. This exhibition showcases a diverse range of 2D and 3D works that delve into the profound connections between generations. From nostalgic portraits to abstract interpretations, discover the unique perspectives and stories that bind us to our ancestors.

MAIN GALLERY EXHIBITI

MIL ARTEXHIBITION - FOOD FOR THOUGH

WORKSHOPS


Two exciting workshops are taking place this month at Studio 40!



Coil Building Workshop with Oddity Ceramics


We are very excited to be hosting a coil buliding workshop run by Oddity Ceramics!

Want to learn how to make your own, functional piece of pottery?

Well, this is perfect for you!Coil building is a great way to create vessels, vases, bowls and mugs. This workshop is suitable for all abilities.

No previous experience required! 


Saturday 21st September

11am - 2pm

£35 per person



Up-Cycling with Indian Block Printing


Don’t sew but want to up-cycle your clothes or household items?  

Block printing is a really great way to experiment with patterns and colours to give a new lease of life to clothes and other items. 

If you have a pair of jeans, t-shirt or a shirt that you don’t wear anymore, just add a splash of colour to create a new look. 

Come and learn the art of Indian block printing, using individual hand carved wooden blocks and a selection of beautiful colours, to come up with your own design.


Saturday 28th September

11am - 2pm

£35 per person



NEATH ARTS FESTIVAL 2024

OCTOBER 16th-20th 2024


Come and experience Art, Literature and Music at the Neath Arts Festival.

The Festival website is now live! There's lots of entertaining events lined up which you can view here


THE ART OF INDEPENDENCE


The deadline for entries is nearly here!


The Art of Independence


This exhibition is inviting artists and creatives to explore what nation building and self-determination means for them. How you feel we can make and remake Wales, Cymru, and develop and express new ideas, artistic expression to problem-solving and in addition innovation turning new and imaginative ideas into reality for a better Cymru.


Judges: Iwan Bala, Bethan Ash & Claire Hiett

Prize: Solo Exhibition at Studio 40, Neath in 2025


Opening

Saturday 2 November 2024


Exhibition ends

Saturday 30th November 2024


Closing date for images and entry forms

Monday 16th September 2024- Owain Glyndŵr Day


Competition overview

The Art of Independence exhibition is an ‘open submission’ (anyone can enter) competition that will be judged by professionals from a broad range of disciplines. Entry can only be made via completing the entry form, below. A fee of £10 is charged per artwork ( £5 for students) if selected, which are submitted as digital image(s) in conjunction with an entry form. Entries will be reviewed by the judges, who will select in the region of 40 – 80 pieces for the exhibition – they also choose the prize winners. Works selected will need to be delivered to Queen Street Art Gallery for exhibition by the dates stated below.

Dates to remember.

  • Deadline for entries: 16th September 2024

  • Email to artists selected: by 14th of October 2024

  • art.of.independence@btinternet.com

  • Photos and bios of selected artists: required by 24th October 2024

  • Delivery of work to Queen Street Gallery by Sunday 27th October 2024, 11am – 2pm

  • Exhibition opening 2nd November 2024

  • Exhibition dates: exhibition: 2nd – 30th November 2024

  • Collection of artworks: within 2 weeks from close of show.

  • Delivery address: Queen Street Gallery, 40 Queen Street, Neath SA11 1DL West Glam.

More Information Here

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