This years calendar started off with our Annual General Meeting and open
forum. Lots of excellent ideas and suggestions were mooted as to the direction
for the group in 2026 and some of these have already been factored in to our
activities.
More Workshops
Through the year we run a series of
optional workshops that give members an opportunity to try something
new and add to their skill set. By request we will be adding more of
these popular activities to our programme for 2026.
Outdoor Sketching
Through
the summer months we will be getting out and about around the area with
some outdoor sketching and painting activities. Working from reference
material and initial sketches is fine but being out in the field allows
you to gain an atmospheric three dimensional feel to your art work you
cannot get from a flat photograph.
Demonstrations
This
year we have the finances to plan three visits by professional artists
to demonstrate and share with us their skills and techniques,
Outings
A
couple of years ago we started visiting art related venues from
museums, galleries, exhibitions and even the zoo. This year we are
planning a visit to the Lady Lever Art Gallery at Port Sunlight.
Committee Line up for 2026
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Stephen was elected to fill the position of chair after the sad loss
of founder member Joan Hassall as we neared the end of 2025. He has been
with the group for fourteen years and admitted that Joan would be a hard act
to follow but would do his best. The task of herding cats sprang to mind!
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When our previous secretary became ill just before the Covid lock down Paul
stepped up to the mark to cover the secretarial duties. For five years he has
done an exceptional job and we are honoured that he was willing to continue in
the position for another twelve months.
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Bryan took over the role of treasurer at the beginning of 2025 following the
sudden sad loss of Mike Ainsworth. Bryan keeps us in line financially and has
even brought us into the 21st Century by introducing online financing.
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Exhibitions can take a bit of organising and Sue is top notch at handling the logistics and associated communications. She wears many hats and juggles umpteen tasks at once including the tea rota!
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Mildred dives in and helps out other committee members in times of heavy workload and is always keen to get her hands dirty. Along with volunteer members she assists Susan with picture collating and hanging when exhibitions are organised. She is also a listening ear to the group.
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