2023 Leyland Library Exhibition

A selection of works from Leyland Artist are on display in the library for one month. Note to other groups: Lancashire County Council have increased commission on any sales to 35% so please bear this in mind!

Liam Dickinson Demonstration

A very enjoyable evening with professional artist Liam Dickinson. Liam demonstrated how he produces monotone portraiture from the initial blocking in to full tonal representation.

For the presentation he used Water based oils of black and white.

2023 Exhibition at Birkdale Community Hub

Our first exhibition of the year is at The Birkdale Community Hub & Library, Southport, and runs through May and June. Over thirty paintings are hung around the building.

2 Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport PR8 4AR. Opening Hours are Mon - Wed - Fri 10am to 4pm. Tues - Thurs 10am to 7pm and Sat 10am to 1pm.

Seascape Workshop

Member Joan Hassall demonstrated the use of pan pastels and provided the appropriate paper for the group to try on. She gave us a lot of useful information on the application and blending as well as how to restore damaged pans. Select an image for a larger view. Our 'Meetings' page shows all the activities planned for the year.

Collage Workshop

Our own Julie Anne Searing led a very informative and entertaining workshop demonstrating the art of collage. Great fun was had by all who took part and at the end of the evening some very creative pieces were made.

Glass Painting Workshop

Member Paul Stanley organised a glass painting workshop. He brought along paints and some glasses and demonstrated the method before letting us all loose to have a go. Select an image for a larger view. Our 'Meetings' page shows all the activities planned for the year.