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23rd September 2021

23/9/2021

2 Comments

 
The numbers who got to Dunwich are at least 6, but not all of them knew the others were there.  The weather was perfect (unless you are Ian, who wants more drama in the sky).  I had not gone, and was at home helping to dig a pond and move a strawberry bed, with one ear on the phone, waiting for news of a new granddaughter, who arrived safely.
While I am at it, a reminder that the itinerary for next week has changed.  Please see the Stop Press, and hopefully, we will all meet the following week for the AGM at the Bowls Club.  Don't forget to return your forms about the new rules for the autumn season.  These need to be with Sally P by 27th September.
So I will start this week with Carolyn, who sent a drawing of her garden, but also had sent me an interesting take on self portrait, 'I have been hatching the attached for a few days having seen two TV programmes on self portraits and Maggi Hambling. One can select items in self portraits that are important to oneself. Mine of me represents "Sight and dexterity"'
Next Harriet, who said, 'Here are some sketches that I did last week in Wales.
As the weather is nice I'm supposed to be gardening - getting ready for the winter etc but I'm doing this instead, just in case I forget later.'
Frances said, 'I went to Dunwich but was unable to arrive until about 1.00pm. Didn’t spot any EAGS but took myself off to Greyfriars Priory where I did my first sketch. Then for a lovely walk along the beach and found some sea poppies withstanding the strong breeze. I had fun paddling as I walked back and decided to go to Dingle Hill Café for a cup of tea. As I sat there with tea and carrot cake I had a view of Dunwich Church ( which has a fascinating history) framed by much foliage...so there is my third offering.
All in all, although I spotted no one I knew I had a really wonderful,day. Thank you to those who thought of the venue.
Jackie also went to Dunwich, sent sketches and photos and a report.
'First sketch I practiced perspective - and ran out of paper.
Second colour sketch squeezed in before we met at cafe for lunch.
Third is work in progress. Did the window but the rough and colourful stonework of the wall will take more time and care. There were four of us today and the weather was perfect.
Lesley is away, and said, 'After a very successful exhibition with my textile group last week ( I sold 5 pieces!) followed by a 2 day workshop in Essex, we’ve set off in the motorhome and are  relaxing in the New Forest.
The first sketch is of an oak tree which has undergone major surgery, in our campsite, the second is the view of chalk grassland in and woodland seen from  our pitch.
Both  are using waterproof pen; apologies for rubbish ponies,they kept moving!
I hope everyone has a good time in Dunwich tomorrow, we’re off to Dorset.
Well done for the exhibition, Lesley!
Although Noreen is still recuperating, and was unable to go to Dunwich today, she has found a beautiful pastel in her archive, from 2002, of a previous visit.
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Like Frances, Ian didn't encounter any of the other members who had gone today, and would have preferred a sky with more cloud, so he used a little artistic license.
Avril was busy with sketching both traditionally and using her iPad, with interesting results.
From Maggie-Anne, 'Here is today's acrylic pic. It is from a photo  of a favourite hydrangea sent by  a friend recently.
I  haven't really managed to replicate the vivid flower colours and have perhaps ended up with a design/pattern rather than a realistic depiction.'  I think a rather well-composed graphic type image.

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From June, a watercolour which she has titled, 'Salad'
Finally, from Sally P, 'Couldn't make it today but have managed to work on some Gelli prints this week. Rather pleased with the results. 
Also worked on a technique from an old magazine using acrylic and painting knives. Again, pleased with the result but think it might have been better using oils. (Which is what they suggested but not wanting to waste some acrylic already on a palette......)The colours would have been picked up from below which didn't happen with the acrylic that well.
Maybe I'll get around to some art work myself before the next blog!  Have a good week, everyone.
2 Comments
Carolyn clark
24/9/2021 08:59:29 pm

I would like to thank Noreen and Hannah for keeping the blog going during the pandemic. It has proved an incentive for me to keep at ‘my art’ and also gives us a chance to see what other members have been up to.

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Noreen Couch
25/9/2021 11:35:26 am

I appreciate your comment, Carolyn, but the thanks are primarily due to Hannah recently for holding the fort in spite of having a lot to do in settling into her new home.
It's good to hear that the blog incentivises you and you enjoy seeing what others do. I wish we heard from more members as to what they have been up to lately and whether the blog has been helpful even though they may not have been able to send in work.
Noreen

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