SAG welcomed a new model today, Simon. Simon's distinctive appearance and style provided a very interesting subject for today's model sketch/paint. Figure and portrait painting can pose many difficulties, but it was greeted by a large number of members keen to face the challenge.
On Tuesday 22nd August members met at the beautiful Sugnall Walled Gardens to paint, sketch, and enjoy the wonderful surroundings. We were treated to a beautiful bit of sunshine, and could choose from a range of subjects and views to paint. Sunflowers, Dhalias and Snapdragons were in full bloom and the apple trees were full of rosy fruit.
On August 8th members were invited to attend a sketching session at Seven Springs on Cannock Chase.
In July one of our members Keith Potts joined a 3 day oil portrait painting course in Stroud, Gloucester.
Tuesday 25th 's visit to Aston Marina stayed mostly dry for us , though it was quite a breezy day! Members chose to draw and paint a variety of subjects including the many boats, scenic views across the water, flora and fauna. Sometimes the challenge is what to include... and what to miss out- in such a vast and...
On a very wet Tuesday 11th July, a hardy group of members met at the Oak Tree Rural Project in Hilderstone. Despite the heavy rain, a few of the members found a dry spot in the polytunnel with views of the sturdy tomato plants, while others enjoyed a cuppa in the tearooms while drawing the table tops or views through the windows. ...
One of our members , Sandra, was invited to display some of her work at the Great Haywood Local History and Art Exhibition. Sandra has produced several pieces of work featuring local views and landmarks. The event was attended by the mayor of Stafford.
This is a chance to draw and paint Graham, our model, in interesting poses before he took up the fixed pose. We did have a bit of fun setting these up. Let us know if you want more of this type to work from.
And ... after working on it in the studio
Ink & Bleach - Playday - By Sheila and Carole on 25th March 23
If you fancy a break from all things christmas... I can thoroughly recommend the Maurice Wade Exhibition which is currently at Potteries Museum and Art Gallery. The temporary exhibition is showing a wide range of Wade's work spanning his painting years. He works in a very monochromatic style, creating the stark landscape of the potteries.
Our winter exhibition took place on Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd November. Oddfellows was transformed into an Art Gallery of wonderful artworks displayed beautifully. The cafe was available for drinks and cakes at very affordable prices.
This evening, 8th November , we were treated to a presentation by local artist Steve Woodhams. Steve originates from Bloxwich and is soon to be the Chair at the Walsall Artists Group - a well established group of artists for over 70 years.
