Showing posts with label craft. Show all posts
Showing posts with label craft. Show all posts
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Art Craft, 1-30 June,
The next exhibition that I'll be featuring in, has a fantastic line-up of artists based in or near Cardiff. Organised by the Cardiff Arts Collective, they have once again secured a vacant shop in the city centre.
Details are as follows:
Art Craft
1-30 June 2013 | 10-5.30 daily
11 High Street, Castle Quarter, Cardiff CF10 1AW
Private View: Saturday 1 June 2-4pm
Artist Talk: Alun Hemming: ‘Scale’ Saturday 8 June 2-3pm
Artist in Residence 1: Michelle Griffiths 10-14 June
Artist Talk: Ingrid Murphy: ‘New Technologies within Ceramic
Practice’ Saturday 15 June 2-3pm
Artist in Residence 2: Natalia Dias 24-28 June
'The exhibition focuses on artists whose work either transcends the boundary between what is traditionally classified as art and craft, falls between the two areas or highlights the theme of what is art and what is craft.
We think it is as current an issue as ever, with the development of new technologies used with more traditional materials and techniques, with many local artists producing technically innovative and thought provoking artwork. Organised by the Cardiff Arts Collective.'
Artists:
Jonathan Anderson
Sophie Buckingham
Claire Cawte
Natalia Dias
Kathryn Campbell Dodd
Michelle Griffiths
Ruth Harries
Alun Hemming
Ingrid Murphy
Mike Murray
Zoe Preece
Lisa-Marie Tann
Laura Thomas
Saturday, January 5, 2013
'Utility', Craft in the Bay, Cardiff, 12 Jan - 3 March 2013
Amongst the various 'hats' I wear, I sit on the Education and Exhibitions Committee at the Makers Guild in Wales. A year or so ago I proposed an idea for an exhibition..... and this is the result. 'Utility' opens next Friday, and quite frankly I want to buy all the exhibits. (Alas, my bank balance doesn't quite allow for this, so feel free to visit and buy.)
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| Claire Cawte |
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| Enya Moore |
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| Stuart Cairns |
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| Cathy Miles |
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| Sharon Adams |
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| Kathryn Campbell-Dodd |
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| Jennifer Collier |
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| Lynda Shell |
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| Ann Nazareth |
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| Ann Catrin Evans |
This is my introductory text for the exhibition catalogue:
The making of tools is regarded as one of the key milestones in human evolution. The development of more complex tools and utensils paved the way for new social behaviours, dietary change, greater dexterity and indeed the making of other objects. Tools are fundamental to being human.
Craftspeople have a particularly profound relationship with tools and utensils for obvious reasons. The tools of the trade are treasured objects in their own right as they mould to the makers hand revealing their years of servitude and the unique demands they are faced with. A weaver would intimately know the intricacies and differences of all their weaving shuttles, scissors and hooks, whilst the distinctive dents and worn patina of a jewellers’ hammer, pincers, pliers and files might hint at what they've been used to make.
This exhibition presents some of the UKs finest makers’ curiosity and reverence for tools and utensils. Whilst everything can be used for something, these aren’t functional objects in the traditional sense: they are aesthetic celebrations of the tools of making. They are designed to raise a smile, evoke a sense of familiarity and encourage a fresh look at a maker’s transformation of basic materials into something new, regardless of ‘what it is for’.
With thanks (as always) to Charlotte Kingston, Education & Exhibitions Officer at Craft in the Bay.
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Flourish: Continuing Professional Development for craftspeople’ at Craft in the Bay.
Below are the details of the final 3 professional development workshops and seminars for crafts that I've organised for Craft in the Bay, Cardiff. Hope to see you at one (or more) of the events....
Make craft pay! Jules Mallory Skinner
30th May 2012, 11-4.30pm
Jules Mallory Skinner will present a one day workshop covering all aspects of managing a sustainable craft business. He will present ideas and methodologies for creating a sales package; creating sales platforms and relationships; market research; targeting key customers; pitching via the phone or in person; pricing; closing deals and getting paid; range building; and online sales as well as in person sales. Be prepared for an energetic and inspiring day which will ask you the hard questions about your business and leave you full of ideas for moving forward.
Jules Mallory Skinner has been actively engaged in the Cultural Industries as a creative practitioner and entrepreneur since 1977 and as a creative industries educator and mentor since 1983 when he started an innovative advisory service for musicians and creative entrepreneurs in London. He set up Creative Enterprise Consulting in 1994 becoming an independent advisor to creative businesses, universities, colleges, professional associations and industry initiatives working in this capacity alongside his own creative and business projects to the present day.
Jules will also be joined by Tom Beardshaw who is a social media expert and who owns Native HQ based in Cardiff.
To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611
Cost: £35 for non
members, £31.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611
Want to learn how to take advantage of the internet to promote you and your business using no-cost or low-cost options? Are you somewhat bewildered by Twitter, Facebook, Blogging, RSS Feeds, Flickr, LinkedIn, etc? This workshop will demystify these topics in clear and accessible language, examining the various pros and cons, and how these online tools can be put into practice as part of your marketing strategy.
Pete Mosley works exclusively with artists and arts organisations. His primary focus is providing bespoke coaching and mentoring to artists and makers, either face to face or through training sessions and seminars.
Pete is a strong advocate of the internet as a powerful tool for artists and makers to market their work using traditional media such as websites and email newsletters or through social media such as Facebook and Twitter.
Pete is also Business Editor for craft&design magazine, writing regular articles and features for the printed magazine, website and e-newsletters. He also maintains the magazine’s Facebook and Twitter presence and has grown the Twitter fanbase to over 4000 in the space of 12 months.
What to bring: a laptop, although it is fine to share one with another delegate. Pete will bring the workshop presentation on a CD which you can take home with you. This will enable you to follow up elements of the workshop on your own computer. Also bring a pen and paper to make any further notes.
NB:
lunch is not included, but there is an on-site cafe where you can buy food and
drinks should you wish.
To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611
Make craft pay! Jules Mallory Skinner
30th May 2012, 11-4.30pm
Jules Mallory Skinner will present a one day workshop covering all aspects of managing a sustainable craft business. He will present ideas and methodologies for creating a sales package; creating sales platforms and relationships; market research; targeting key customers; pitching via the phone or in person; pricing; closing deals and getting paid; range building; and online sales as well as in person sales. Be prepared for an energetic and inspiring day which will ask you the hard questions about your business and leave you full of ideas for moving forward.
Jules Mallory Skinner has been actively engaged in the Cultural Industries as a creative practitioner and entrepreneur since 1977 and as a creative industries educator and mentor since 1983 when he started an innovative advisory service for musicians and creative entrepreneurs in London. He set up Creative Enterprise Consulting in 1994 becoming an independent advisor to creative businesses, universities, colleges, professional associations and industry initiatives working in this capacity alongside his own creative and business projects to the present day.
Jules will also be joined by Tom Beardshaw who is a social media expert and who owns Native HQ based in Cardiff.
Cost: £55 for non members, £49.50 for
members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
NB:
lunch is not included, but there is an on-site cafe where you can buy food and
drinks should you wish.
‘Thinking Big – exploring the
opportunities for craft in public art’
15th June 2012, 1-5.15pm
Are you
curious to find out more about how you could scale up your craft practice to
work to commission in the public art arena? Need some inspiration / information
/ confidence to apply for large scale projects that could stretch your practice
into exciting new areas both in terms of scale and concept?
Five
high-profile speakers will make inspirational presentations about the various
facets of craft in public art.
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Sue Lawty is an internationally renowned tapestry
artist who also works with lead, stone and other materials. She will discuss
the many and varied public art projects she has undertaken, as well her major
residency at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
(NB Sue will be running a 2-day tapestry master class at Craft in the
Bay on the 16-17th June – please see the Craft in the Bay website
for further details.)
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Brigid Howarth is an established art strategy consultant
with extensive experience across the cultural industries. Brigid will discuss
her role as the Co-Project Director of the Museumaker
programme managing a £1 million programme connecting contemporary crafts with
museums and heritage centres across England resulting in 18 major craft public
art commissions. Brigid will discuss the diverse Museumaker projects in detail
along with the associated community engagement events. She will also highlight
what makes a good application for commissions such as Museumaker.
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Rodney
Bender, iGP (Innovative Glass
Products) has produced
inventive architectural glass artworks and interventions to major buildings and
sites across the UK and further afield. iGP also offers a unique service
working with artists and other developers to realise their designs in glass.
Rodney will discuss his own practice in the public art and architectural field
alongside the services and processes he can offer to makers to help them realise
their own projects.
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Nathalie
Camus, is the Senior Officer for Applied Arts with the Arts Council Wales
(ACW). Following a major strategic review of the Arts Council of Wales,
Nathalie will present the new public art strategy for Wales highlighting its
key priorities, partnerships and the opportunities for makers based in Wales.
Internet Strategy, Pete Moseley
12th July 2012, 11-4.30pmWant to learn how to take advantage of the internet to promote you and your business using no-cost or low-cost options? Are you somewhat bewildered by Twitter, Facebook, Blogging, RSS Feeds, Flickr, LinkedIn, etc? This workshop will demystify these topics in clear and accessible language, examining the various pros and cons, and how these online tools can be put into practice as part of your marketing strategy.
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Arts websites – the good, the bad and the ugly!
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The use of directory and ‘aggregator’ sites –
how the ‘long tail’ works
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Blogging – and how Blogs and websites work
together synergistically
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RSS and
social bookmarking
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The use of Google Analytics to measure traffic
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Keyword testing techniques
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Getting visible on Google and other search
engines.
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Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and social sharing
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Flickr, YouTube, Behance, Pinterest – and other
useful social sites.
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Email applications e.g. Constant Contact and
MailChimp
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How to set up an email database and use it
effectively
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A/B email testing, subject lines and CTA’s
(calls to action)
·
Email etiquette
Pete Mosley works exclusively with artists and arts organisations. His primary focus is providing bespoke coaching and mentoring to artists and makers, either face to face or through training sessions and seminars.
Pete is a strong advocate of the internet as a powerful tool for artists and makers to market their work using traditional media such as websites and email newsletters or through social media such as Facebook and Twitter.
Pete is also Business Editor for craft&design magazine, writing regular articles and features for the printed magazine, website and e-newsletters. He also maintains the magazine’s Facebook and Twitter presence and has grown the Twitter fanbase to over 4000 in the space of 12 months.
What to bring: a laptop, although it is fine to share one with another delegate. Pete will bring the workshop presentation on a CD which you can take home with you. This will enable you to follow up elements of the workshop on your own computer. Also bring a pen and paper to make any further notes.
Cost: £55 for non members, £49.50 for
members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Selling Craft: two CPD workshops at Craft in the Bay
Got my CPD @ Craft in the Bay Coordinator hat on again today. There are a couple of spaces left on two brilliant workshops taking place next week. They are both looking at different aspects of selling craft. As they are linked topics, we have a special offer where you can book a place on both the listed workshops for £80. Otherwise each workshop is £45 (10% discount for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales). To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611.
Developing a Retail Strategy for Craft, Michelle Bowen
Monday 25th July 2011, 11am - 4.30pm
We are delighted to welcome Michelle Bowen to Craft in the Bay to deliver this insightful workshop specifically aimed at craft galleries and retail outlets, although individuals who regularly sell at craft fairs will also benefit.
In these challenging economic times the need to have a coherent retail strategy is critical. The workshop will cover the following points
• What does your gallery / brand stand for and what are the unique selling points? How does it differ from the high street? What are you really offering?
• Developing a retail mission statement, encapsulating what you are about and use it to focus on the purpose of the work you are doing
• Understanding who your customers are? Why do they visit? What are they looking for? How to provide quality of service, telling stories and the human factor, up- selling… delivering a unique experience
• Improving your sales environment & point of sale information. Are you presenting work in a fresh way? Understanding the influence of fashion and lifestyle, referencing magazines and media.
• Developing a community of interest: using your friends scheme / mailing list, developing collectors, using social marketing and web site etc. How do you get your customers to come back and keep buying?
Michelle Bowen has a wealth of experience in the creative industries having not only managed a gallery, but also worked for the Crafts Council as the Professional Development Officer, and for the Arts Council of England as Visual Arts Officer with specific remit for the strategic development of craft and design. Since establishing her independent creative consultancy in 2010, Michelle has delivered strategic & retail development and project management for organisations including Brighton Pavilions, Harley Gallery, New Art Exchange and Northamptonshire County Council.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
Sales Techniques for selling craft, Anne Derbyshire MA Sales, Cert Ed, MIBC, FInSMM
Thursday 28th July 2011, 10.30am - 4pm
The primary aim of this workshop will be to develop knowledge and expertise in professional sales techniques, but tailored towards the unique craft market. Led by Anne Derbyshire, a finalist BESMA Sales Trainer of the Year 2011, the day will be highly interactive and enjoyable with discussion and practical activities. Based at Model House Craft and Design Centre, Anne has a tangible understanding of the craft and design sector, as well as delivering training to clients such as The Oxford University Press, The Maltese Government, Procter Brothers, UK Steel Enterprise and Chapter Arts Centre.
Workshop Benefits:
• To be able to develop excellent customer relationships and understand each client’s
specific buying needs.
• Understand how to structure a sale so that the customer moves from interest, to desire and then to action (purchase)
• Learn to competently sell the benefits of different craft products.
Key Topics
• What makes a successful salesperson- the key ingredients
• Understanding why people buy- the decision making process and how we can help this process to happen. (people like to buy but they don’t like to be “sold” to)
• Communication skills. Body Language
• How to project the desired image.
• The 8 steps to a successful sale
• The art of questioning and listening
• How to offer craft work as a benefit to the customer
• Understanding buying signals
• Handling objections (for example “it’s too expensive”)
• Closing- achieving the business
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611
For queries please contact me!
Developing a Retail Strategy for Craft, Michelle Bowen
Monday 25th July 2011, 11am - 4.30pm
We are delighted to welcome Michelle Bowen to Craft in the Bay to deliver this insightful workshop specifically aimed at craft galleries and retail outlets, although individuals who regularly sell at craft fairs will also benefit.
In these challenging economic times the need to have a coherent retail strategy is critical. The workshop will cover the following points
• What does your gallery / brand stand for and what are the unique selling points? How does it differ from the high street? What are you really offering?
• Developing a retail mission statement, encapsulating what you are about and use it to focus on the purpose of the work you are doing
• Understanding who your customers are? Why do they visit? What are they looking for? How to provide quality of service, telling stories and the human factor, up- selling… delivering a unique experience
• Improving your sales environment & point of sale information. Are you presenting work in a fresh way? Understanding the influence of fashion and lifestyle, referencing magazines and media.
• Developing a community of interest: using your friends scheme / mailing list, developing collectors, using social marketing and web site etc. How do you get your customers to come back and keep buying?
Michelle Bowen has a wealth of experience in the creative industries having not only managed a gallery, but also worked for the Crafts Council as the Professional Development Officer, and for the Arts Council of England as Visual Arts Officer with specific remit for the strategic development of craft and design. Since establishing her independent creative consultancy in 2010, Michelle has delivered strategic & retail development and project management for organisations including Brighton Pavilions, Harley Gallery, New Art Exchange and Northamptonshire County Council.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
Sales Techniques for selling craft, Anne Derbyshire MA Sales, Cert Ed, MIBC, FInSMM
Thursday 28th July 2011, 10.30am - 4pm
The primary aim of this workshop will be to develop knowledge and expertise in professional sales techniques, but tailored towards the unique craft market. Led by Anne Derbyshire, a finalist BESMA Sales Trainer of the Year 2011, the day will be highly interactive and enjoyable with discussion and practical activities. Based at Model House Craft and Design Centre, Anne has a tangible understanding of the craft and design sector, as well as delivering training to clients such as The Oxford University Press, The Maltese Government, Procter Brothers, UK Steel Enterprise and Chapter Arts Centre.
Workshop Benefits:
• To be able to develop excellent customer relationships and understand each client’s
specific buying needs.
• Understand how to structure a sale so that the customer moves from interest, to desire and then to action (purchase)
• Learn to competently sell the benefits of different craft products.
Key Topics
• What makes a successful salesperson- the key ingredients
• Understanding why people buy- the decision making process and how we can help this process to happen. (people like to buy but they don’t like to be “sold” to)
• Communication skills. Body Language
• How to project the desired image.
• The 8 steps to a successful sale
• The art of questioning and listening
• How to offer craft work as a benefit to the customer
• Understanding buying signals
• Handling objections (for example “it’s too expensive”)
• Closing- achieving the business
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611
For queries please contact me!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
‘Flourish: Continuing Professional Development for Craftspeople' at Craft in the Bay - Jan-April listings
I wear lots of different hats..... and one of them is coordinating the Continuing Professional Development series of seminars and workshops at Craft in the Bay, Cardiff. Below are details of the latest tranche of events. If you're interested in attending any of the sessions please do book soon.... I'm not just saying that - they really do book up quickly! Hope to see you there!
Public Art Commissions, Mererid Velios, Celfwaith
Friday 28th January 2011, 11am – 4pm
Are you keen to extend your professional practice into the realm of public art commissions but don’t know where to start or find the tendering process daunting? This workshop is designed to give you an insight into the opportunities available for craftspeople, how to construct effective expressions of interest, the interview process and different approaches to community engagement requirements.
Mererid Velios is a highly experienced public art consultant having worked for Cywaith Cyrmu - Artworks Wales before establishing her Cardiff-based consultancy Celfwaith. She has managed high profile projects across the UK, many of which are specifically involved craft practitioners. This is an invaluable opportunity to get insightful advice and individual support to tackling this rewarding area of craft professional practice.
What to bring:
· Essential: notebook and pen.
· Desirable but not imperative: a laptop would be helpful for the practical exercises. Images of your typical work that might be applicable for public art applications. If you have put together an unsuccessful public art commission proposal, you are welcome to bring it along for brief feedback from Mererid.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
Membership of the Makers Guild in Wales
Monday 28th February 2011, 11.30am -12.15pm
Want to find out more about becoming a member of the Makers Guild in Wales? Want the chance to exhibit and sell at the Guilds prestigious gallery Craft in the Bay in Cardiff? Want to get involved with the largest maker-led craft organisation in Wales?
Laura Thomas Makers Guild in Wales member and trustee, will give a presentation on the benefits of joining the Guild. Current exciting developments at Craft in the Bay as well as the history of the Guild will be covered alongside the specifics of the new application procedure and what membership actually entails.
Cost: Free. Limited spaces, so booking is still absolutely essential.
Arts organisations supporting makers and designers in Wales
Monday 28th February 2011, 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Six of Wales’ leading arts and design support organisations will each give a 30 minute presentation on the services and support they offer makers and designers in Wales. Where relevant, membership benefits will be explained; practical support and/or facilities outlined; and grant opportunities highlighted.
· 1.30pm Arts & Business Wales – Yvette Kemble
· 2pm SATNET (Science and Art Network) & Creative Industries Research and Innovation
Centre (Swansea Metropolitan University) – Anna Lewis
· 2.30pm Arts Council of Wales – Michael Goode & Cerys Thomas
· 3pm Coffee break
· 3.15pm Design Wales – Victoria Jones
· 3.45pm Textile Technologies Project & The Shared Technology Resource Centre (Coleg Sir
Gar) – Liesel Taylor
· 4.15pm Fibre Art Wales – Laura Thomas
What to bring: notebook and pen.
Cost: Free, but a donation of £3.00 to cover afternoon refreshments would be appreciated. Limited spaces, so booking is still absolutely essential.
Press coverage for crafts, Nicola Wilkes, interior design journalist, Western Mail columnist and editor of Wales at Home.
3rd March 2011, 11-1pm
This workshop is designed to give you an insight into what the press is looking for from craftspeople: how to generate press interest, the “dos and don’ts” of writing and sending out your press releases and the kind of photographs publications are looking for.
Nicola Wilkes is a respected interior design journalist, columnist for the Western Mail, editor of lifestyle magazine and directory Wales at Home, and freelance PR consultant with clients including Melin Tregwynt, Leekes, Cardiff Design Festival, Momentum and Made By Hand. She will present ‘The Infectious Effect: how to make the media work for you’ which will offer valuable tips and insights to creative crafts professionals on how get to market with the help of the media.
NB: this is the rescheduled December 2010 seminar that had to be cancelled due to ill health and adverse weather conditions.
What to bring: notebook and pen.
Cost: £20 for non members, £18 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
3d mapping workshop, Dail Behennah
Saturday 9th April 2011, 11am – 4pm
This workshop will explore lateral approaches to making through a practical 3d mapping exercise, which all makers regardless of discipline will be able to benefit from. You will encouraged to experiment with unfamiliar materials, discover new methods of joining components and new ways of realising ideas. The emphasis will be on self directed discovery, rather than prescribed teaching of techniques.
This is a rare treat to be taught by Dail Behennah, who is an internationally regarded maker, renowned for her elegant willow structures that epitomise a thoroughly atypical approach to her craft.
What to bring: materials will be provided but please bring some materials typical to your discipline which you would be happy to share with other participants.
Cost: £50 for non members, £45 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
To book on any of the courses, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611 or email cpd@makersguildinwales.org
Public Art Commissions, Mererid Velios, Celfwaith
Friday 28th January 2011, 11am – 4pm
Are you keen to extend your professional practice into the realm of public art commissions but don’t know where to start or find the tendering process daunting? This workshop is designed to give you an insight into the opportunities available for craftspeople, how to construct effective expressions of interest, the interview process and different approaches to community engagement requirements.
Mererid Velios is a highly experienced public art consultant having worked for Cywaith Cyrmu - Artworks Wales before establishing her Cardiff-based consultancy Celfwaith. She has managed high profile projects across the UK, many of which are specifically involved craft practitioners. This is an invaluable opportunity to get insightful advice and individual support to tackling this rewarding area of craft professional practice.
What to bring:
· Essential: notebook and pen.
· Desirable but not imperative: a laptop would be helpful for the practical exercises. Images of your typical work that might be applicable for public art applications. If you have put together an unsuccessful public art commission proposal, you are welcome to bring it along for brief feedback from Mererid.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
Membership of the Makers Guild in Wales
Monday 28th February 2011, 11.30am -12.15pm
Want to find out more about becoming a member of the Makers Guild in Wales? Want the chance to exhibit and sell at the Guilds prestigious gallery Craft in the Bay in Cardiff? Want to get involved with the largest maker-led craft organisation in Wales?
Laura Thomas Makers Guild in Wales member and trustee, will give a presentation on the benefits of joining the Guild. Current exciting developments at Craft in the Bay as well as the history of the Guild will be covered alongside the specifics of the new application procedure and what membership actually entails.
Cost: Free. Limited spaces, so booking is still absolutely essential.
Arts organisations supporting makers and designers in Wales
Monday 28th February 2011, 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Six of Wales’ leading arts and design support organisations will each give a 30 minute presentation on the services and support they offer makers and designers in Wales. Where relevant, membership benefits will be explained; practical support and/or facilities outlined; and grant opportunities highlighted.
· 1.30pm Arts & Business Wales – Yvette Kemble
· 2pm SATNET (Science and Art Network) & Creative Industries Research and Innovation
Centre (Swansea Metropolitan University) – Anna Lewis
· 2.30pm Arts Council of Wales – Michael Goode & Cerys Thomas
· 3pm Coffee break
· 3.15pm Design Wales – Victoria Jones
· 3.45pm Textile Technologies Project & The Shared Technology Resource Centre (Coleg Sir
Gar) – Liesel Taylor
· 4.15pm Fibre Art Wales – Laura Thomas
What to bring: notebook and pen.
Cost: Free, but a donation of £3.00 to cover afternoon refreshments would be appreciated. Limited spaces, so booking is still absolutely essential.
Press coverage for crafts, Nicola Wilkes, interior design journalist, Western Mail columnist and editor of Wales at Home.
3rd March 2011, 11-1pm
This workshop is designed to give you an insight into what the press is looking for from craftspeople: how to generate press interest, the “dos and don’ts” of writing and sending out your press releases and the kind of photographs publications are looking for.
Nicola Wilkes is a respected interior design journalist, columnist for the Western Mail, editor of lifestyle magazine and directory Wales at Home, and freelance PR consultant with clients including Melin Tregwynt, Leekes, Cardiff Design Festival, Momentum and Made By Hand. She will present ‘The Infectious Effect: how to make the media work for you’ which will offer valuable tips and insights to creative crafts professionals on how get to market with the help of the media.
NB: this is the rescheduled December 2010 seminar that had to be cancelled due to ill health and adverse weather conditions.
What to bring: notebook and pen.
Cost: £20 for non members, £18 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
3d mapping workshop, Dail Behennah
Saturday 9th April 2011, 11am – 4pm
This workshop will explore lateral approaches to making through a practical 3d mapping exercise, which all makers regardless of discipline will be able to benefit from. You will encouraged to experiment with unfamiliar materials, discover new methods of joining components and new ways of realising ideas. The emphasis will be on self directed discovery, rather than prescribed teaching of techniques.
This is a rare treat to be taught by Dail Behennah, who is an internationally regarded maker, renowned for her elegant willow structures that epitomise a thoroughly atypical approach to her craft.
What to bring: materials will be provided but please bring some materials typical to your discipline which you would be happy to share with other participants.
Cost: £50 for non members, £45 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
To book on any of the courses, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611 or email cpd@makersguildinwales.org
Saturday, December 4, 2010
'Best Maker in Wales' award at Made by Hand
Well, Made By Hand at Tredegar House is going really well. I was awarded the Newport Council 'Best Maker in Wales' award yesterday.... a rather nice way to start the fair! Tomorrow is the final day, so do make sure you come and visit.
To whet the appetite, here's some pictures of my stand....
To whet the appetite, here's some pictures of my stand....
Sunday, September 5, 2010
‘Flourish: Continuing Professional Development for craftspeople’ at Craft in the Bay
I am coordinating a new series of Professional Development seminars and workshops for craft and design at Craft in the Bay, Cardiff. There will be one event per month, with the first this September 17th. This programme has been possible with the suport of the Arts Council of Wales.
Below are details for the first four workshops. Places are going quickly, so if you are interested in attending, please book very soon.
September 17th 2010 – the seed factory: germinating and cultivating new ideas, with Angela Gidden MBE
11am – 4.30pm
An inspiring and thought provoking day to indulge in new ways of creative thinking. Want to push your practice into a new direction? Need a prompt to explore the ideas that you just haven’t found time for yet? Want to surprise yourself? Then this is the perfect workshop for you.
This is an amazing opportunity to attend a workshop with Angela Gidden. She is one of Wales' leading designers and is also owner and Director of two companies, attic 2 Design Studio and Nomad & Nest online eco-lifestyle brand, with UK and international clients including Liberty, The Conran Shop and Heals.
Amongst many accolades, Angela was the winner of Welsh Woman of the Year in 1997 and was awarded an MBE for services to business in 2007. She has established herself as a key advocate for the creative industries in the UK and in her work as an entrepreneur role model is committed to inspiring and motivating individuals, companies and organisations.
She is a passionate believer of the power of creative thinking in everyday life and is known for her dynamic and unique style of presentation that won’t fail to have you inspired.
What to bring: an empty box of your favourite cereal, a pen/pencil and an open mind!
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
October 23rd 2010 – Craft Photography with Toril Brancher
11am – 4.30pm
Are you aware that your photographs are not showing your work to its very best potential? Want to create more eye catching photographs to attract press coverage? Want to learn how to get the very best out of your digital camera?
This one day workshop with notable photographer Toril Brancher will begin with an analysis of what makes a successful photograph, what the common errors are and how to take striking photographs with minimal periphery equipment. This will lead into a practical photography session where you will apply the theory to photographing one of your craft objects.
Toril Brancher is an established documentary and craft photographer, as well as a regular photography tutor with Ffotogallery in Cardiff. Recent significant commissions in the craft sector include studio photographs for the Porcelain: Ritual and Process exhibition and catalogue photography for Warp + Weft, a major touring exhibition of contemporary woven textiles.
What to bring: your digital camera and connecting lead to view your images on a PC; a piece of your work that you’d like to photograph; notebook and pen.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
8th November 2010 – Internet Strategy for Craftspeople with Pete Mosley
11am – 4.30pm
Want to learn how to take advantage of the internet to promote you and your business using no-cost or low-cost options? Are you somewhat bewildered by Twitter, Facebook, Blogging, RSS Feeds, Flickr, LinkedIn, etc? This workshop will demystify these topics in clear and accessible language, examining the various pros and cons, and how these online tools can be put into practice as part of your marketing strategy.
• Arts websites – the good, the bad and the ugly!
• The use of directory and ‘aggregator’ sites – how the ‘long tail’ works
• Blogging – and how Blogs and websites work together synergistically
• RSS (really simple syndication) & social bookmarking
• The use of Google Analytics to measure traffic
• Keyword testing techniques
• Getting visible on Google and other search engines.
• Facebook & Twitter
• Flickr & You Tube
• Email applications e.g. Constant Contact and MailChimp
• How to set up an email database and use it effectively
• A/B email testing, subject lines and CTA’s (calls to action)
• Email etiquette
Pete Mosley works exclusively with artists and arts organisations. His primary focus is providing bespoke coaching and mentoring to artists and makers, either face to face or through training sessions and seminars.
Pete is a strong advocate of the internet as a powerful tool for artists and makers to market their work using traditional media such as websites and email newsletters or through social media such as Facebook and Twitter.
Pete is also Business Editor for craft&design magazine, writing regular articles and features for the printed magazine, website and e-newsletters. He also maintains the magazine’s Facebook and Twitter presence and has grown the Twitter fanbase to over 1200 in the space of 3 months.
What to bring: a laptop, although it is fine to share one with another delegate. Pete will bring the workshop presentation on a CD which will be copied to everyone’s laptop. This will enable you to do elements of the workshop on your computer. If you don’t have a laptop, please still register your interest and hopefully we can pair you with another delegate. Also bring a pen and paper to make any further notes.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
6th December 2010 – Press coverage for crafts with Angie Boyer, Editor of Craft & Design magazine and Nicola Wilkes, interior design journalist, Western Mail columnist and editor of Wales at Home.
11-1pm
This workshop is designed to give you an insight into what the press is looking for from craftspeople: how to generate press interest, the “dos and don’ts” of writing and sending out your press releases and the kind of photographs publications are looking for.
Angie Boyer is the founder and editor of craft & design magazine. She will be sharing the benefit of her experiences working with craftspeople for over 25 years and giving you an insight into how catch her eye for press coverage.
Nicola Wilkes is a respected interior design journalist, columnist for the Western Mail, editor of lifestyle magazine and directory, Wales at Home, and freelance PR consultant. She will present ‘The Infectious Effect: how to make the media work for you’ which will offer valuable tips and insights to creative crafts professionals on how get to market with the help of the media.
Cost: £20 for non members, £18 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
Coming next year:
• Writing skills: help and advice writing copy for your website, press releases, artists statements and CV’s
• Applying for and managing public art commissions
• Sales techniques
• Computer Aided Design
• Moving into retail: insights from various craftspeople who run galleries and shops alongside their craft practice
• Marketing and branding
• Teaching skills: an introduction to how to planning and running craft workshops; being a community artist or an artist in residence
• ..... and more!
To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611
For queries please contact the programme coordinator, Laura Thomas, cpd@makersguildinwales.org.uk or on 02920 455 275
Below are details for the first four workshops. Places are going quickly, so if you are interested in attending, please book very soon.
September 17th 2010 – the seed factory: germinating and cultivating new ideas, with Angela Gidden MBE
11am – 4.30pm
A workshop where we squeeze the fresh and the best commercial ideas out of the crazy ones!
the seed factory is where you Imagine, Discover, Define, Germinate, Cultivate and Yield fresh ideas; it’s about inspiring unlimited creative-thinking; it’s where we encourage you to un-tap unique seeds of ideas mixing the best ideas and ingredients into your creative business.
We want you to bring an empty box of your favourite cereal……& no revealing to anyone!
The Seed Factory is designed and created by attic 2, The Future-Thinking Creative Consultancy © 2010
An inspiring and thought provoking day to indulge in new ways of creative thinking. Want to push your practice into a new direction? Need a prompt to explore the ideas that you just haven’t found time for yet? Want to surprise yourself? Then this is the perfect workshop for you.
This is an amazing opportunity to attend a workshop with Angela Gidden. She is one of Wales' leading designers and is also owner and Director of two companies, attic 2 Design Studio and Nomad & Nest online eco-lifestyle brand, with UK and international clients including Liberty, The Conran Shop and Heals.
Amongst many accolades, Angela was the winner of Welsh Woman of the Year in 1997 and was awarded an MBE for services to business in 2007. She has established herself as a key advocate for the creative industries in the UK and in her work as an entrepreneur role model is committed to inspiring and motivating individuals, companies and organisations.
She is a passionate believer of the power of creative thinking in everyday life and is known for her dynamic and unique style of presentation that won’t fail to have you inspired.
What to bring: an empty box of your favourite cereal, a pen/pencil and an open mind!
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
October 23rd 2010 – Craft Photography with Toril Brancher
11am – 4.30pm
Are you aware that your photographs are not showing your work to its very best potential? Want to create more eye catching photographs to attract press coverage? Want to learn how to get the very best out of your digital camera?
This one day workshop with notable photographer Toril Brancher will begin with an analysis of what makes a successful photograph, what the common errors are and how to take striking photographs with minimal periphery equipment. This will lead into a practical photography session where you will apply the theory to photographing one of your craft objects.
Toril Brancher is an established documentary and craft photographer, as well as a regular photography tutor with Ffotogallery in Cardiff. Recent significant commissions in the craft sector include studio photographs for the Porcelain: Ritual and Process exhibition and catalogue photography for Warp + Weft, a major touring exhibition of contemporary woven textiles.
What to bring: your digital camera and connecting lead to view your images on a PC; a piece of your work that you’d like to photograph; notebook and pen.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
8th November 2010 – Internet Strategy for Craftspeople with Pete Mosley
11am – 4.30pm
Want to learn how to take advantage of the internet to promote you and your business using no-cost or low-cost options? Are you somewhat bewildered by Twitter, Facebook, Blogging, RSS Feeds, Flickr, LinkedIn, etc? This workshop will demystify these topics in clear and accessible language, examining the various pros and cons, and how these online tools can be put into practice as part of your marketing strategy.
• Arts websites – the good, the bad and the ugly!
• The use of directory and ‘aggregator’ sites – how the ‘long tail’ works
• Blogging – and how Blogs and websites work together synergistically
• RSS (really simple syndication) & social bookmarking
• The use of Google Analytics to measure traffic
• Keyword testing techniques
• Getting visible on Google and other search engines.
• Facebook & Twitter
• Flickr & You Tube
• Email applications e.g. Constant Contact and MailChimp
• How to set up an email database and use it effectively
• A/B email testing, subject lines and CTA’s (calls to action)
• Email etiquette
Pete Mosley works exclusively with artists and arts organisations. His primary focus is providing bespoke coaching and mentoring to artists and makers, either face to face or through training sessions and seminars.
Pete is a strong advocate of the internet as a powerful tool for artists and makers to market their work using traditional media such as websites and email newsletters or through social media such as Facebook and Twitter.
Pete is also Business Editor for craft&design magazine, writing regular articles and features for the printed magazine, website and e-newsletters. He also maintains the magazine’s Facebook and Twitter presence and has grown the Twitter fanbase to over 1200 in the space of 3 months.
What to bring: a laptop, although it is fine to share one with another delegate. Pete will bring the workshop presentation on a CD which will be copied to everyone’s laptop. This will enable you to do elements of the workshop on your computer. If you don’t have a laptop, please still register your interest and hopefully we can pair you with another delegate. Also bring a pen and paper to make any further notes.
Cost: £45 for non members, £40.50 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
6th December 2010 – Press coverage for crafts with Angie Boyer, Editor of Craft & Design magazine and Nicola Wilkes, interior design journalist, Western Mail columnist and editor of Wales at Home.
11-1pm
This workshop is designed to give you an insight into what the press is looking for from craftspeople: how to generate press interest, the “dos and don’ts” of writing and sending out your press releases and the kind of photographs publications are looking for.
Angie Boyer is the founder and editor of craft & design magazine. She will be sharing the benefit of her experiences working with craftspeople for over 25 years and giving you an insight into how catch her eye for press coverage.
Nicola Wilkes is a respected interior design journalist, columnist for the Western Mail, editor of lifestyle magazine and directory, Wales at Home, and freelance PR consultant. She will present ‘The Infectious Effect: how to make the media work for you’ which will offer valuable tips and insights to creative crafts professionals on how get to market with the help of the media.
Cost: £20 for non members, £18 for members and friends of the Makers Guild in Wales
Coming next year:
• Writing skills: help and advice writing copy for your website, press releases, artists statements and CV’s
• Applying for and managing public art commissions
• Sales techniques
• Computer Aided Design
• Moving into retail: insights from various craftspeople who run galleries and shops alongside their craft practice
• Marketing and branding
• Teaching skills: an introduction to how to planning and running craft workshops; being a community artist or an artist in residence
• ..... and more!
To book, please phone Craft in the Bay on 02920 484 611
For queries please contact the programme coordinator, Laura Thomas, cpd@makersguildinwales.org.uk or on 02920 455 275
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Origin 2009 photo's!
Had another fantastic week at Origin last month - my third successive year exhibiting there, and the best yet in terms of sales. As always I met lots of lovely people, and was especially delighted to meet again with past buyers of my work.
The 'miniature' pieces went down particularly well - completely sold out of them by the Friday!
I was also thrilled to find that an image of one of my sculptures featured prominently in the Origin catalogue so big thanks to the Crafts Council for that!
The 'miniature' pieces went down particularly well - completely sold out of them by the Friday!
I was also thrilled to find that an image of one of my sculptures featured prominently in the Origin catalogue so big thanks to the Crafts Council for that!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Origin: The London Craft Fair at Somerset House
Origin: The
Week Two: 13-18th October 2009, Stand E1
For the third successive year I am delighted to have once again been selected to exhibit The Resonate Collection of textile art at Origin 2009.
Please do pop along to see me if you're in London next week. Details are as follows:
- Tuesday to Sunday 10am - 6pm
- Late closing Thursday - open until 9pm
- Last ad
Somerset House
Strand
WC2R 1LA
Ticket prices:
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| Full price single entry | £10 |
| Concession single entry | £8 |
| | £15 |
| | £12 |
| Under 12 years | Free |
| Guest with registered disabled visitor | Free |
An illustrated catalogue is included in the price of ad
For any further details, please check out the Crafts Council Origin website:
http://www.craftscouncil.org.uk/origin09/
Look forward to seeing you there!
Friday, September 18, 2009
YSH London TEN exhibition
I'm delighted that to invite you to come and see some brand new work at the YSH London Ten exhibition next week, part of the London Design Festival. I'm exhibiting alongside some fantastic textile artists and designers in a great venue. I'll be at the show on the first day (Monday) so let me know if you can make it along! Hope to see you there!
YSH Press Release:
Yshlondon.com presents Ysh London Ten :
An innovative Textiles, Fashion and Interiors exhibition featuring Ten of the best UK-based designers, artists and recent graduates. Held at the exclusive Westbourne Studios, London from the 21st of September to the 25th 10am to 6pm, come and view these ten leading designers and artists amongst the amazing exhibition space of Westbourne Studios.
Concetta Gallo / Berit Greinke / Arantza Vilas / Pippa Caley / Marie Molterer / Laura Thomas / Ella Robinson / Kitty Joseph / Chloe Scadding / Debbie Smyth
Ysh London will also be exhibiting street fashion photographs from contributors based in London, Paris, Berlin, New York, Tokyo and Shanghai, and www.Yshlondon.com will be online at the exhibition for visitors to try out.
Exhibitors are hosting a pop-up shop containing amazing take-me-home treats; after shopping at our pop-up shop, feel free to relax in the member’s only plush Westbourne Studio’s bar afterwards!
Free admittance
Westbourne Studios, 242 Acklam Road, London, W10 5JJ
Tube; Westbourne Park - Hammersmith and city line
Bus; 28, 31 and 328
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Sense Art Fair, London,
Hi everyone,
Just a quick update to remind you that I'll be in London this coming weekend exhibiting at the Sense Art Fair. I'll be showing a range of my Resonate sculptures but also some brand new miniature pieces starting at £9.50. They measure 5x5x2cm.
Details are as follows:
http://sensesummerartfair.tumblr.com/
DATE:
Private View 24 July 2009
Friday 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Main Show 25 & 26 July 2009
Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00pm
TICKETS:
Register for your free private view ticket:
http://sensesummerartfair.eventbrite.com/
CONTACT:
jhanne[at]senseworldwide.com
debbie[at]senseworldwide.com
DETAILS:
You are invited to a Summer Art Fair. You can browse and buy a selection of art pieces made by members of the Sense Network.
The Sense Network is a collaboration of creative thinkers and doers from around the world.
The idea came about as the perfect vehicle to promote the idea of the Sense Network and the Sensers themselves. The idea is simple. This show will be a platform for artists on the Sense Network to showcase their work.
Hope to see you there!
Just a quick update to remind you that I'll be in London this coming weekend exhibiting at the Sense Art Fair. I'll be showing a range of my Resonate sculptures but also some brand new miniature pieces starting at £9.50. They measure 5x5x2cm.
Details are as follows:
http://sensesummerartfair.tumblr.com/
DATE:
Private View 24 July 2009
Friday 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Main Show 25 & 26 July 2009
Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00pm
TICKETS:
Register for your free private view ticket:
http://sensesummerartfair.eventbrite.com/
CONTACT:
jhanne[at]senseworldwide.com
debbie[at]senseworldwide.com
DETAILS:
You are invited to a Summer Art Fair. You can browse and buy a selection of art pieces made by members of the Sense Network.
The Sense Network is a collaboration of creative thinkers and doers from around the world.
The idea came about as the perfect vehicle to promote the idea of the Sense Network and the Sensers themselves. The idea is simple. This show will be a platform for artists on the Sense Network to showcase their work.
Hope to see you there!
Friday, May 15, 2009
Ruthin Craft Centre shortlisted for the Art Fund Prize
The Ruthin Craft Centre has been short-listed for The Art Fund Prize for museums and galleries 2009.
The Art Fund Prize of £100,000 is the largest single arts prize in the UK and recognises and rewards the best new development of the previous calendar year in a museum or gallery, large or small, anywhere in the United Kingdom.
On Front Row Lord Puttnam said, "Ruthin Craft Centre is a lovely surprise, everyone who'd been there was knocked sideways by it, and it got four votes very quickly. It is run by people with amazing commitment and a historical commitment to arts in North Wales – the thing's got it all actually – it is the sort of thing you would like to see replicated in every single region and community in the Country".
There are 4 galleries short-listed and this year one of the eight votes to judge the winner of the Prize will come from the public.
The winner of this People's Choice will count as the eighth vote when the panel of seven judges make their decision on the winner in June.
Please visit The Guardian website and give your support to Ruthin Craft Centre. It really is remarkable gallery for Wales and the UK as a whole to be proud of. Exhibitions of the highest quality are complimented by exceptional publications in a remarkable architectural space. Its true I may be a little biased, but I really do think that it would be an well deserved accolade for the Ruthin team and the contemporary craft sector in general.
The Art Fund Prize of £100,000 is the largest single arts prize in the UK and recognises and rewards the best new development of the previous calendar year in a museum or gallery, large or small, anywhere in the United Kingdom.
On Front Row Lord Puttnam said, "Ruthin Craft Centre is a lovely surprise, everyone who'd been there was knocked sideways by it, and it got four votes very quickly. It is run by people with amazing commitment and a historical commitment to arts in North Wales – the thing's got it all actually – it is the sort of thing you would like to see replicated in every single region and community in the Country".
There are 4 galleries short-listed and this year one of the eight votes to judge the winner of the Prize will come from the public.
The winner of this People's Choice will count as the eighth vote when the panel of seven judges make their decision on the winner in June.
Please visit The Guardian website and give your support to Ruthin Craft Centre. It really is remarkable gallery for Wales and the UK as a whole to be proud of. Exhibitions of the highest quality are complimented by exceptional publications in a remarkable architectural space. Its true I may be a little biased, but I really do think that it would be an well deserved accolade for the Ruthin team and the contemporary craft sector in general.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
'Second Chance' sale at Craft in the Bay, Cardiff - 6-7 Feb
This coming weekend 7-8th Feb I will be taking part in a special sale at Craft in the Bay, Cardiff. 11 members of the Makers Guild in Wales will be selling 'last seasons stock and slight seconds' at hugely reduced prices..... I will be selling work at up to 75% off. I will have a selection of Resonate artworks, plus cushions, scarves and other items for sale - basically I need to clear some space in my studio!
Please do come along and see if there is anything that takes your fancy!
It will be upstairs in the conference room, open from 11am til 5pm.
All sales will be cash or cheque only as this is an event separate from the gallery.
Please tell any friends about this event.
Hope to see you there.
Laura x
Please do come along and see if there is anything that takes your fancy!
It will be upstairs in the conference room, open from 11am til 5pm.
All sales will be cash or cheque only as this is an event separate from the gallery.
Please tell any friends about this event.
Hope to see you there.
Laura x
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