I didn't get to the big art exhibition in Needham Market at Easter as the family were staying but on Saturday I popped out to a small one a bit nearer. Last year they had a shortage of artists exhibiting but there were many more this year and several artists who I don't think I'd seen before.
I didn't take my proper camera which was a mistake as my phone photos are pretty awful! And reflections from windows don't help - apologies.
Reg Siger is definitely an artist I know, he always has his work at various local shows in Mid Suffolk. It was interesting to read more about him.
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| Stowmarket and the church with very old buildings by Reg Siger |
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| Part of Haughley Village with the moat and church |
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| Helen Maxfield's linocut prints - she always has her work here and at other shows and I always take a photo - apologies to you and to her for chopping off some of the top two! I like these two below- views of the Lake District by Linda Seager. Pen, ink and watercolour. |
Not seen these below anywhere before. They are by Rebecca Rix-Meo and described as Plaster and Pigments
Couldn't buy a painting but I bought a couple of greetings cards - I tried to pick those suitable for sending to men as I'm always short of these.
Orford Ness Impression and Norfolk Tranquility from original paintings by Malcolm Wallis
I like Reg Siger's artworks, but I read his name as Rod Steiger at first and I thought why is a famous actor exhibiting his artwork here? That very plain wooden frame would be good with a different sort of more naïve art in it, but it does that painting no justice whatsoever. It's always good to go and look at exhibitions isn't it.
ReplyDeleteI love to look at the things I can't do - like art and quilts and flower arrangements
DeleteI too cannot afford original art nor have I the space to display it so I buy cards.i often wonder if the recipient recognises the fact they are more unique
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your daily blog, so thank you.
I would soon have no wall space left if I bought all the art I like - and no money!
DeleteThank you - I enjoy writing it - blogging is a good hobby
A friend took part in an art exhibition and I bought a couple of postcards from her, a way to support without spending a fortune. I like visiting exhibitions but haven't ever bought any artwork. Tea and cake more likely!
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I was too early at this one for coffee and cake as I'd not long had breakfast - they had some good looking cakes
Deletesome lovely work. I used to visit the local amateur art group shows several times a year as it was a good place to pick up something relatively inexpensive, but these days they are commanding near gallery level prices! As others have said, cards and postcards help the artist without breaking the bank.
ReplyDeleteI could easily spend hundreds - but a couple of cards is really the sensible answer
DeleteI like those cards you bought. Looks like a nice exhibition.
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More art on display than last year. Next exhibition in June in Debenham Church - always a good selection there.
DeleteThere are so many talented artists. It's a pleasure to see the variety of styles.
ReplyDeletePeople are so clever - wish I could draw !
DeleteHow nice! Lovely to see such talent!
ReplyDeleteLots of good artists locally - always good to have a look
DeleteArt exhibitions are always enjoyable. I love seeing local talent. The landscape you especially liked is lovely. I also do not like the frame. You bought some great original cards.
ReplyDeleteThat frame was a bit odd - but the painting had sold so someone liked it
DeleteLots of beautiful things here but I especially like Siger's work.
ReplyDeleteHe's been painting locally for years, I like that he misses out all the parked cars and modern stuff.
DeleteSo many lovely items. I was intrigued by the plaster and pigment renderings. Such a different art form.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
The photos are good!
ReplyDeleteI really like the linocuts. They are lovely