Tomorrow marks the day of the opening of the
This is a Gallery with a difference, and truly unique.....Designed and owned by a very remarkable lady & artist Janet Thomas. Janet brings something totally new to Herefordshire and beyond.
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A Gallery for artists, by an artist......
Many hours and lots of hard work have been spent by Janet, transforming what was once a run down restaurant, that had been left empty for many years, into a truly remarkable and unique Gallery.
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'The Gallery' .....will be a place where artists can not only view & purchase original works of art & fine art cards from the regualry changing exhibitions, but will also be able to join in and try, the many classes, demonstrations and talks, as well as browsing the library of well stocked books to read and or discuss, in a relaxing atmosphere over a cup of tea. .
'The Gallery Club'.....will be open on Friday afternoons with opportunities for members to try out still life's, portraits and figure work amongst other subjects. - Volunteer models are both welcome & needed, you never know, you may get your portrait painted by a professional.
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Kington Gallery's 1st Exhibition
Ruth Harris....
The Gallery, with an emphasis on local artists, will open it's doors with an exhibition by one of Herefordshire's talented watercolour artists, Ruth Harris. Ruth who is well known for her colourful floral's which are already in collections worldwide, will also be exhibiting her latest paintings of racing scenes.
Janet Thomas....
........Joining Ruth.....Janet's own beautiful watercolours & pastels will be on display. Janet's who specialises in children's portraits and regularly takes commissions, has developed a very unique and unusual style for watercolours over recent years. Along with her watercolours, she has ventured into pastels and is now a member of the Pastel Guild of Europe.
This Exhibition will continue to run throughout H.Arts week in September.
You will be sure to receive a warm welcome, so please come along and explore
The Kington Gallery
4 Church Street, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3AZ
Open 2.00 - 6.00 pm Friday - Monday inclusive or when artist is in residence.
At other times by arrangement with Janet Thomas
Phone 01544 231581 Email kington-gallery@homecall.co.uk
12 comments:
WHOOHOO....wonderful that Janet's Gallery is finally opened and with Ruth as the opening artist is a great choice. Great article Stephie,
Darla
wowie.. its finally here .. the BIG day!! much love and good wishes to you jt.. so happy for you!!
ruth, keep painting kiddo.. you are going to be one busy gal!!
great show of support stephie!!
here we go!! woo hoo!! it happening!!
good luck friends!!
cindi
Fabulous, it's here at last! Nice post Stephie :)
Whoopee! Oh, how I wish I could be there, sigh. I hope someone takes a ton of pictures for all of us to see.
Pat
All best wishes for the Grand Opening.. and for the future ! xx
Great article Steph,tremendous news,
JT/Ruth my best wishes and good luck
Darla...Isn't it wonderful what Jt has done.....and having now seen it for myself I can say it's even better than I thought it would be...She is one remarkable lady..
Thanks for stopping by Cindi.I think Jt has started something really unique here, and I know all her friends wish her all the very best....
Hi Pat....I did get some and I know Ruth has lots, so i'm sure you'll get to see them all..
Hi Sharon...Thanks for stopping by..the least I could do is support her here for all she is doing..
Pat.I know Jt appreciates all the support from her many friends, thank you
Thanks so much for your comment Guilli...Hopefully you'll pop up there and visit it one day...
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