Whats New

Cabinet Reshuffle

2011-05-11T12:23:00.020Z

Following our recent reshuffle of not only the cabinets but also the wallspace and middle bits as well, this is what the Lower Gallery looks like now...

Glass by Kevin Wallhead

Metalwork by Adrian Stapleton

Brilliant textiles by Helen Neale

Lizzie Browns letters

Lettered canvas by Rosi Baxter

Pink pots by Sue Gorman

Landscapes and nature painted by Allison Payne

Watercolour by Peter Rooke

Bare Chic by Soo Durham

Zoe Wright Jeweller

Jugs from Tydd Pottery and Scarves by Tess Badcock

Textile Trees by Bridget Skanski-Such

Chickens by Sally Bailey

Menagerie by Alison Read

Wooden wotsits by John Coulling

Some wonderful interpretations of old favourites by Maggie Cullen

HHG at THE HUB

2011-01-18T14:26:00.002Z

Lynn and Soo have created a glass and porcelain paperclay installation, an exercise in working with each others mediums to explore reflection, translucency and light...Should be very unusual if they can get it to work!
You can catch this new stuff at the Hub in Sleaford.

EXHIBITION ARCHIVE

2010-04-07T12:36:00.012Z

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TO VIEW OUR AMAZING ARCHIVE OF FABULOUS EXHIBITIONS and ancient snippets of news
starting in early 2010 and going back to 2007 (ish!)
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Fruits of the Forest
our current Exhibition features some outstanding examples of unique furniture, book sculptures , basket work and leather bound books.

Chair by Andrew Dumolo

Cabinet by Anna Childs

"Beside the seaside, beside the sea..."

2009-09-09T14:20:00.005Z

On a day like today, it would be lovely...
So, just use your imagination, ok?

Our next Exhibition upstairs at HHG is called "Mellow Yellow" (opens on October 17th)- oh yes, in spite of this week's high pressure, it's all downhill to Christmas now!
Noooooooo!

In the meantime, however, some of us have been slaving over a hot kiln, drawing board or whatever, and currently exhibiting both at Lincoln's Sam Scorer Gallery and the Willoughby Trust Memorial Gallery in Corby Glen (somewhere near Grantham !) is SOO DURHAM.
How does she do it?

And if anyone would like to indulge in a little decorative pen scratching,
R O S I B A X T E R will be running a Calligraphy Workshop at The Collection on Saturday 21st November - please phone 01522 550965 for more details.

Ta.

R.B.

Summer Breeze

2009-07-18T09:27:00.003Z

On display in the Upper Gallery now, we have the first of two summer themed shows - much enhanced by ceiling fans and somewhat cooler air, "SUMMER BREEZE" is a collection of work inspired by or linked to the onset of those myriad joys of the silly season...

ALISON READ'S teeming butterflies cluster delicately against one wall above "Small Seedling Tray" in metal, by Sheffield designer Alison Counsell.

On the wall are dramatic seascapes in acrylic depicting tumult and calm at sea by Matlock painter Suzanne Cannon, plump juicy fruits and flowers are charmingly festooned over pots created by Hertfordshire maker Marilyn Andreeti.

And delicately displayed in two cabinets, we have fine jewellery from designers in Brighton and the Wirrall.

This work is on display in the Upper gallery until August 8th, swiftly followed by "Beside the Seaside, beside the Sea."

R.B.

Reflections of Hardwick

2009-05-06T14:01:00.005Z

Another Bank Holiday behind us, and we are already lurching expectantly towards warmer weather and sunny evenings before the longest day, after which the nights begin to draw in... honestly, the summer solstice is but six and a half weeks away!
Hardly worth putting my gloves away....

However, we are currently showing an exhibition recently on display at Hardwick Park Centre - Dodeka Designers have created a collection of work inspired by Hardwick Hall and its contents. Don't miss this exhibition of weaving, knitting, embroidery, glass, decorated ceramics, costume jewellery and original prints.

www.dodekadesigners.co.uk

This show is in the Upper Gallery until June 27th, swiftly followed by
"SUMMER BREEZE", an admittedly optimistic title reflecting the joys of summer.

We hope...

Finally, one of our merry band at HHG is currently at the Sam Scorer Gallery (01522 589899) just a little further up the hill on Drury Lane.

Entitled "Fifteen years in a shed" (I thought I hadn't seen him recently) this is a retrospective exhibition by glass artist KEVIN WALLHEAD, and is open 11am - 5pm daily until May 16th.

R.B.

"AND HERE'S ONE I PREPARED EARLIER..."

2009-03-04T10:48:00.005Z

Getting hot under the collar...

And if you've got it, flaunt it!

So our first attempt to convey life at the coal face of creativity (quite literally in this case) features Soo ( well we think it's her!) the pyromaniac, Raku firing not only in the snow, but also in the dark - one way of keeping warm outdoors I suppose!

One unique feature of HHG is the wonderfully rich and varied meander we all take down the path of transforming an idea into a tangible piece of work fit for hanging in a gallery... it's full of surprises and a deep learning curve as over the years we develop our individual style and method of working.

Soo @ HHG

Quite frankly, wielding nothing more sinister than a paintbrush or sharpened quill ( I did however exclaim quite loudly on one occasion, when a ricochetting steel nib pinged without prior warning in my left eyeball!), I am in awe of those colleagues braving the elements of earth, metal, glass and fire in pursuit of their art... scary stuff!

However, taking a break from her duties as Exhibitions Co-ordinator, here we see (allegedly) the usually sparkly Soo Durham, in fiery mode and putting her heart (groan) into the proceedings.

Soo lives and works in Woodhall Spa, and is the driving force behind our Exhibitions Programme, she is also a member of Design Factory, Contemporary Craft Network, Art on the Map and the Lincolnshire Artists Society.

Her work can also be seen in an Exhibition at Trinity Arts Centre Gainsborough from the 17th March - 2nd May, and she can be contacted at HHG on her rota days when she swiftly dispenses with a sea of scruffy paperwork (artistic licence I am told) and swigs hot ginger ( alcohol free ) to the soothing sounds of classic rock.

http://www.barechic.com/

R.B.

EXHIBITIONS 2009

2009-02-26T11:54:00.003Z

Our current exhibition in the Upper Gallery is called "PAINTERS & DECORATORS", the end product of much hard work and pencil sucking at Donington Primary School, where Artist in Residence Bridget Skanski - Such has again prompted a wealth of creativity from pupils aged 7 - 11 years.

The show displays an extensive use of media and features award winning pieces from the 2008 Willoughby Gallery Open Exhibition. It's here until March 15th...

EXHIBITIONS for 2009

21st March – 25th April
ANTHONY PEGG – Exhibition of Paintings

2nd May – 27thJune
DODEKA DESIGNERS – Reflections of Hardwick
http://www.dodekadesigners.co.uk/

4th July – 8th August
SUMMER BREEZE
Let's cheer up the nation with a vibrant, eclectic display
of art to reflect the joys of summer.

15th August – 10th October
“BESIDE THE SEASIDE, BESIDE THE SEA”
An exhibition capturing childhood memories of holidays
and outings by the seaside.

17th October – 14th November
MELLOW YELLOW
Exhibition reflecting the rich colours of Autumn.

28th November – 31st December
Christmas Exhibition-
Original Contemporary Gifts & Cards
Loads of sparkly bits as usual....

R.B.

TALL TALES

2009-02-11T11:32:00.005Z

Currently Exhibiting at The Ropewalk , Barton upon Humber
(http://www.the-ropewalk.co.uk/)

Tall Tales and Short Stories - 10.01.09 - 15.03.09

In her first solo show, printmaker Alison Read lets you into her quirky world of animals, but if you can't get to Barton, call in at HHG to view the menagerie within...

ENCHANTED FOREST

2008-12-15T20:22:00.004Z

Well, maybe not forest, but gentle woodland certainly...
Twinkling branches of silver birch form the framework of our Christmas Exhibition, a delectable display of wintry work influenced by enchantment, fairy tale and the FESTIVE SEASON.

Many thanks to Bridget and her fellow musicians for providing the soundtrack upstairs on opening day...

A SIGN OF THE TIMES 2

It's a familiar dilemma I know, what can you possibly give at Christmas to the person who has everything...(a brain cell perhaps?) ...oh yes! How about a tastefully painted gallery sign that you have to wrench off the wall to pop in your virtual shopping basket?
Wrong colour ? Perhaps you prefer the previously much travelled burgundy specimens?

So leave ours alone and ruddy well paint your own...!

MERRY CHRISTMAS.

"AUTUMN - COMING AROUND AGAIN"

2008-11-08T18:08:00.011Z

Timed to coincide with the beauty of mid autumn, recycling and reusing is the theme of our current exhibition.

What is most pleasing as you reach the top of the stairs is the overall similarity in tone and hue from an interesting mix of media....

A Forest of Trees forged from gilded iron by our very own Roger Lee

Pauline Strong's intricate and shimmering hand stitched quilt

Delicate thrown porcelain by Sue Gorman

"Autumn " is on display until Saturday November 22nd

and, unsurprisingly, is swiftly followed by our habitually spectacular (in other words do not miss it!) Christmas Show-

when, I am most reliably informed, the Upper Gallery will be transformed into an "ENCHANTED FOREST" where you can explore beneath the sparkling branches to find a dazzling array of unique artist made gifts...

(Soo, I can do you bed and breakfast - well ...cornflakes anyway!)

So please, do join us on Saturday November 29th between 10am and 5pm for not only mince pies and liquid refreshment, but also live seasonal music performed by Lincolnshire Ceilidh Band FANNY POWER and the MICKEY MONEY BOYS, featuring our multi talented Bridget Skanski-Such, not on her machine, but playing her fiddle...

AND AS the season changes, we have had a complete redisplay of members and all other work in the lower gallery - what never fails to surprise is the subtle change of space and light downstairs each time we recreate order from the complete and utter chaos of moving and rehanging the entire contents!

P.S.

Apologies for my occasional back view as you step into the Upper Gallery on assorted days this month, but, engaged as I am in precision signwriting (at Volume 10), I may well be dealing swiftly with an unscheduled blob of paint before I am able to glance up and dispense my usual cheery greeting.

R.B.

"IN THE SUMMERTIME, WHEN THE WEATHER IS FINE..."

2008-08-14T09:25:00.012Z

Midsummer Madness

And madness it is – especially if you’ve ever loitered awhile (oh, yes I have) in the doorway of Harding House Gallery and witnessed the torrents and fountains surging downhill after substantial rain…and ten minutes later the beguiling odours of “eau de d’rain” wafting aloft, as a gaggle of dripping and delicately steaming visitors cheerfully waddle in!

Well at least we were climatically blessed at the opening of Midsummer Madness, and passed an extremely jovial couple of hours with a steady stream (ha!) of bonhomie and chit chat.

So, on display is an eclectic mix of new work on a summery theme, including outrageous (what else!) head wear for a summer wedding, garden sculpture by a Cathedral stonemason, delicate clusters of birdlife, a series of summer paintings and much more, all enticingly arranged to the soundtrack of long hot summers of yesteryear.

R.B.

MADE IN SHEFFIELD

2008-06-26T12:51:00.008Z

How lovely it feels to be sat here once more, communicating with and berating ye ancient computing machine...

Anyway, "MADE IN SHEFFIELD" is the exhibition we have in the Upper Gallery at present, a stunning show created by ART THROUGH TEXTILES,which is a working group of over 90 artists/makers based in Sheffield and surrounding areas.

Linda Bellinger "On the Edge"

Pat Jones "The River Sheaf"

Evoking the beauty of the area in which they live, and with references to the Industrial Revolution, this exhibition reflects the diversity of landscape, cultures and change found in and around Sheffield.

Pat Jones "When wall becomes light"

Jennie Merriman "Sheffield Weavings"

Watch this space for details of our next exhibition "MIDSUMMER MAGIC", which runs from Saturday July 26th - August 30th, and hopefully opens with wine and tasty bits, plus a gaggle of assorted Harding House Gallery Artists...

R.B.

THE SECRET GARDEN

2008-05-05T09:55:00.008Z

Well, Spring has finally sprung, not only in the great outdoors but upstairs at HHG where we have gathered (thanks Soo!) a spectacular collection of garden creations, both for your garden, about your garden and probably the next best thing if you haven't got a garden -

powerful sculpted pieces
chunky work in wood
hanging things that reflect or tinkle, or both if you're lucky
stained glass to reflect those sunny days
quirky ceramics
wonderfully intricate hand made boxes

"Sarah" - Limestone Sculpture on a limestone base, by Denise Hoad

Ceramic Heads by Guy Routledge

Aluminium Sculpture by Penny Hardy, and "Heliconia" by Allison Payne

Stained glass by Kate Sell and Paintings by Dawn Ogden-White

Hanging birds by Rosemary Pike

"Rebecca's Garden" by Dawn Ogden-White

Decorative Boxes by Linda Marie Young

This lovely display will be in place until June 7th...

GALLERY NEWS

Again, we are delighted to announce , yes, another new member to HHG - although Alison (Read) has been selling at Harding House for, oooh, a few years now, obviously the temptation to join our merry band was just too great, so hello Alison, there's no going back now...

EXHIBITIONS

And if you do happen to be in Boston (looking for a chanter or otherwise!), make sure you don't miss Roger Lee's current exhibition -

SHORT STORIES IN IRON

The Haven
2 South Square
Boston PE21 6HU

Until 31st May 2008

Open daily 10 to 4-30 - closed Tuesdays

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rogersforge/sets/72157604371639156/

WORKSHOPS

But if you are feeling creative and want to try something new, join Rosi Baxter at The Collection on Friday May 23rd.

To celebrate the forthcoming LUTTRELL PSALTER ( note- two T's, two L's) Exhibition and film preview ( whoopee, medieval manuscripts at last!!!!!) , I shall be running two workshops on a related theme.

The first is Decorative Gold Leaf on Friday May 23rd, 10 am to 3 pm (hour for lunch), where you can enjoy the challenge of creating a medieval tile, illuminated letter, or whatever takes your fancy, using real gold leaf. (£20 /£15 concessions)

On Wednesday August 6th you can try a bit of calligraphy, lettering or tile painting - this workshop is in two sessions

10 am - 12 pm Adults 18 + (£12.50 / £10 concessions )

2 pm - 4 pm Young Adults 11- 18 years (£5.00)

For more details you can contact me on 01522 501115 , but to book a place, please ring 01522 550965.

Thanks

R.B.

2008-04-07T11:10:00.008Z

EXHIBITIONS UPDATE

As I type this, (and in view of my woeful "keyboard skills", quite possibly arriving before I manage to finish it!) , our intrepid Exhibitions Organiser Soo Durham will be sparkling up north on the A1 (Turn it on again Volume 9 at least) to Harrogate for the British Craft Trade Fair in search of new work for our forthcoming shows -

"Designer makers who are chosen to exhibit at bctf represent a wide selection of disciplines with a carefully planned balance between established makers and newcomers. They all symbolise the best of British contemporary art and design and without doubt they are instrumental in influencing future trends"

We do endeavour to feature new artists alongside new work by our established contributors and gallery members, bringing a rich and varied cross section of contemporary craft from around the country to Lincoln. And as you have to trek up (or down ) the hill and then scale a rather impressive staircase to view the fruits of our labour, you need to be sure we're worth it...

R.B.

NEST

2008-03-31T13:37:00.008Z

CONTEMPORARY CRAFT NETWORK

Our current Exhibition features new work by the Contemporary Craft Network - on display until April 26th

The present group consists of 25 members and includes specialists in the fields of ceramics, sculpture, fine leatherwork, felt work, tapestry, weaving, textiles, silver, gold and jewellery, glass, paper, woods and furniture, and mixed media.

For more information about the group, please look at www.contemporarycraftnetwork.co.uk

Reclining Figure by Kevin Wallhead

Beware of Bookworms by Jeanette Killner

Metal Panel by Jeanette Killner

Goosegogs, Cobnuts & Pigmast by Julie Willoughby

GALLERY NEWS

2008-03-10T14:11:00.005Z

We are really pleased to report that two new artists have recently been accepted into Harding House Gallery -

firstly, ZOE WRIGHT joined us back in December - perfect timing for the riotous entertainment and questionable taste in headgear provided by both customers and inmates in festive mode (!) -

Zoe trained in fine Art at Manchester University, then did Postgraduate Teaching at Goldsmiths in London, followed by time spent in Germany and Brussels as a Primary teacher.
And before joining our merry band, Zoe was a member of "Artistree" Co-operative in Ledbury, thus came to us with some inkling of the peculiar, and doubtless alien to some but brilliant when successful, workings of an Artist's Co-operative!

Zoe designs and produces unique sterling silver jewellery, each item is designed and handcrafted from scratch, using textures and patterns from organic structures.
For more information about her work, please look at http://www.moltenrocks.co.uk/

WENDY MARTIN, after eight years of successful selling as an S.O.R. artist, finally concluded if you can't beat them, join them, and was welcomed at the beginning of March - as far as we know she has not yet left the country...

Well, she does have four children, and interestingly, much of her decorative ceramic work is based on observational drawings of family life. (They sit still that long??)

Wendy creates stoneware ceramic figurines, with a definite quirk.
She studied 3D Design at Lincoln De Montfort University, but is self taught in ceramic techniques and finishes.

So, now we are ten, and looking forwards to the coming year with new Exhibitions, hard work, fresh ideas and a whole lot of laughter along the way... sad but true!

R.B.

ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL (25th Feb 2008)

2008-01-28T13:21:00.008Z

Visit our first exhibition of 2008, and experience a taste of Spring and Summer colours in this delightful and accomplished display of artwork by children from Donington Primary School -
staged by Bridget Skanski-Such (HHG member), previous exhibitions have featured award winning pieces and much appreciation by visitors of the high standards reached and techniques employed.

Following many years working in education, Bridget has been Artist in Residence at Donington for four years, and in that time has built a solid foundation for practical and focussed arts education, concentrating on drawing skills and specific mixed media techniques.

Most of these pieces were produced over several weeks as ongoing projects, and the quality of work reflects the dedication and excitement in producing something wonderful!
Long may it continue...

YE WANDERING SIGN OF OLDE STEEPE HILL ,
(or - to me...no, to you...hang on, to me...no,to you )

Incidentally, as you innocently (well evidently, not all of you!) stagger up or lurch down the hill one of these clear frosty nights, do keep your eyes peeled for the recurring phenomenon which is our gravitating gallery sign - this hefty testament to my signwriting skills has of late sprouted wings and taken flight, only to reappear lurking quietly somewhere where it has absolutely no business to be!

Hmmm...heavy isn't it???

P.S. I do commissions...

R.B.
25.2.2008

EXHIBITIONS 2008

With the New Year a distant memory, and the skirl of the pipes still ringing in my ears
( oh no, that was Friday and Saturday night - apologies to any itinerant but puzzled passers by, yes, it was "A man's a man" and "Scotland the Brave" issuing live at full pelt...)

I am now able to provide details (thanks to Soo's undimmed exertions ) of this year's exciting Exhibition programme ( but sadly minus my usual variations in font, colour and interesting visual layout because "blogger" is bedevilled today! )

- and so perhaps subject to the occasional tweak...

Feb 16th - March 15th
children’s exhibition

March 21st – April 26th
nest
contemporary crafts network

May 3rd – June 7th
spring fever
the secret garden

June 14th – July 19th
linda bellinger
arts through textiles
made in Sheffield

July 26th – Aug 30th
midsummer madness

Sept 6th – Oct 1th
tangent textiles

Oct 18th Nov 22nd
autumn leaves
coming around again

Nov 29th – Dec 31st
christmas exhibition

and please keep visiting this site for Exhibition previews and information, ta.

R.B.

2007-12-17T16:04:00.000Z

MIDWINTER MAGIC

Admittedly somewhat later than anticipated, but better late than next year, and there is still a whole week to view our Christmas exhibition and make that last minute purchase ...

Details of next year's exhibition programme will be listed shortly, together with news of Gallery Artists and new recruits to Harding House Gallery.

R.B.

2007-11-19T15:25:00.000Z

GALLERY NEWS

Watch this space for images and information from Midwinter Magic, our sparkly Christmas extravaganza which we are setting up this week.

If you are in Lincoln on Saturday November 24th between 10am and 5pm, why not join us in the Upper Gallery for a glass of wine and mince pie (not compulsory!) , meet some of the artists and view our latest collection of unique festive goodies and perfect presents which are unique to Lincoln…

The Exhibition runs till December 31st.

MEMBERS NEWS

Knitter and spinner Helen Neale has two pieces of work with the Art Through Textiles Group at the Knitting and Stitching Show at Harrogate, (22nd – 25th Nov.) and will be at the show on Thursday 22nd November on the Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers Stand.

Roger Lee (metal Sculpture), Soo Durham (ceramics) and Lorraine Hogg
(Glass) are exhibiting in “Earth, Wind & Fire” at 618 Gallery in Woodhall Spa – Preview is at 7.30pm on Friday 23rd November, and the show runs for 2 weeks.

Painter Allison Payne currently has new work on display in the Christmas Exhibition at Whisby Natural World Centre.

Calligrapher Rosi Baxter has recently completed scripting and updating work on the Lincoln Minster Memorial Book – this is now on permanent display in the nave of the Cathedral.

And finally, four of us will once more be in residence in our studios for the final weekend of ART ON THE MAP, 11am – 4pm Saturday and Sunday 1st & 2nd December.
If you are looking for a truly unique Christmas present , this is an opportunity to purchase or commission an original work of art at an affordable price direct from the maker, and a chance to glimpse the creative process in action . If you dare…

Rosi Baxter
Soo Durham
Roger Lee
Kevin Wallhead

Please visit http://www.artonthemap.org.uk/ for more details.

Thanks.
R.B.

ANIMAL MAGIC

2007-10-15T11:48:00.000Z

Hare Biscuit Barrel by Katherine Winfrey

Highland Cowheadpot by Maggie Betley

Bengal Tiger by Sally Lidgett

Herd of Cows by Sally Lidgett

Emperor Penguin by Tracey Wright

Although not exactly familiar breeds yet, Highland Cowheadpot and Swaledale Headpot do perch credibly amongst the more recognisable species tethered in the Upper Gallery for the time being.

Our new collection of original paintings and ceramics brings a little Animal Magic to Harding House in the form of drooling cattle, pecking hens, a roaring tiger, plus assorted livestock and wild beasts garnered from far and wide.

Predominantly paintings, prints, ceramics and functional tableware, this amazing gathering of thankfully tamed and remarkably well behaved creatures will be on display until November 30th.

R.B.

"About Lincoln"

2007-09-03T13:48:00.000Z

ABOUT Lincoln is our current exhibition in the Upper Gallery, highlighting the diversity and creative talent to be found within the city and county.

Capturing the essence of Lincolnshire is a great oppportunity to explore the rich texture of the area, and the work on display demonstrates a wonderfully varied approach to the subject.

Tucked away in one of the display cabinets is a collection of unusual silver jewellery by Andrew Poole from Horncastle, based on the format of church stained glass windows, and reflecting the jewel like hues found in many a county church.

Helen Webber from Surfleet has created a wonderful image of sheep sampling the delights of a county staple, the brussel sprout, and there are vibrant pastel landscapes by Sleaford artist Sheila Parkinson.
From just up around the corner, the exhibition showcases a series of images by Charles Twigg, focusing on interiors and carvings.

GALLERY NEWS

ANIMAL MAGIC is our next exhibition, running from

October 13th - November 20th

MEMBERSHIP

Last month we said a fond farewell (but see you anon!) to Gail Belinda Lee, a much loved member of HHG for over 7 years , not only for the streamlined Sale or Return system she thankfully instigated back then, but for her constant hard work, and commitment in labeling and pricing anything (or anyone ) found in the same spot for more than 5 minutes....

Her cheery disposition and many talents will be facing a new and in it's own way creative challenge, as revealed in her own words...

" I am very sad to leave HHG, whilst at the same time looking forward to my new adventure, motherhood.

It has been an interesting 7 1/2 years, I've experienced alot in helping to run a Co-operative. It has been a greatly supporting environment to have been part of.

If I do find myself twiddling my thumbs I shall be back!I'm sure Bridget will be pleased to hear this!"

However, we are really delighted to welcome a new artist into the group,

KEVIN WALLHEAD.
Kevin joined Harding House co-operative in June this year. He is a well established local glass artist with 10 years experience producing and supplying galleries in the East Midlands and further afield. He gained his first class honours degree De Montfort University, Lincoln studying Historic and Contemporary Decorative Craft.

Within the co-operative Kevin has taken on the role of display management in the Downstairs Gallery and regularly changes the work, keeping the shop refreshed and lively for both clients and artists alike. He enjoys meeting visitors and having that direct feedback that being part of the co-operative allows, something many artists seldom get.

Alongside his regular galleries Kevin is currently exhibiting in Brighton at the Alexander Gallery until September 8th, The Haven at Boston will be exhibiting a collection of work titled ‘Magnifying Glass’ which runs from September 1st to November 10th, and in the run up to Christmas Kevin will be participating in the Christmas Art Market at Thoresby Hall on the weekend of the 17th and 18th of November alongside other members of The Harding House Gallery.

R.B.

Lincolnshire Open Studios

Four Harding House Gallery artists will be inviting the public into their individual workspaces during ART ON THE MAP Open Studios in October and December...

This is an excellent opportunity for the public to satisfy their curiosity and view the creative process in action, where and how it all happens, find out more about techniques, and come and have a chat amidst the chaos in which some of us manage to work!
Well, perhaps not all of us...

We will be opening our respective studios from 11am - 5pm on

Saturday /Sunday 6th & 7th October
Saturday/Sunday 13th & 14th October

11am - 4pm
Saturday/ Sunday 1st & 2nd December

The four participants are

ROSI BAXTER Painting & Calligraphy
SOO DURHAM Ceramics
ROGER LEE Metalwork
KEVIN WALLHEAD Glass
for more information and studio location details please visit http://www.artonthemap.org.uk/

Helen Neale is exhibiting till September 9th with Dodeka Designers
"Humbug " Exhibition at Pickford House, Derby. She has created scarves and hats inspired by the colours and shapes of boiled sweeets.

Helen is also a member of of the Sheffield group ART THROUGH TEXTILES and will be exhibiting with the group at the Knitting and Stitching Show at Birmingham and Harrogate. The theme is Made in Sheffield, and Helen has created two exciting wall pieces inspired by the Rivelin Valley and the "Cutting Edge" water sculpture.

WORKSHOPS

Knitting Workshop September 22nd - "Making a hat"

London Road Gallery, Sheffield 10.30 - 3.30
Phone
Jane Blake 07798 587233
or
London Road Gallery 0114 2010630

Pot Luck Dyeing Workshops
September 29th

The Hallamshire Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers,
Stannington Village Hall
Sheffield

October 6th
The Rufford Fine Art Society
(members only)

October 20th
Stitched Up and Fleeced Studio, Sheffield

Phone Sue Lancaster
07879 424989

R.B.

The Nature of Things

2007-07-23T12:36:00.000Z

Our new Exhibition (open until August 28th) focuses on expressions of the natural world using wood, metal, slate, glass and ceramics.

The wonderfully ornate agate gate (not a misprint!) by award winning blacksmith Bob Oakes is possibly one of the largest works we have exhibited, the simple ceramic and glass lilies by Stephanie Jones in the cabinet close by, are amongst the most delicate.

Also on show there are bold floral canvases by John Lincoln, ceramic sea creatures by Liz Roberts, glass by Adele Billinghay, organic wooden bowls from Terry Hooley and a unique beechwood coffee table and shelf created by Finbarr Lucas and Wilf Jones.

R.B.

2007-06-11T13:10:00.000Z

“Pursed up and Fangled”

Bags for Shakespeare’s Heroines and other female characters

The delightful title for this joint exhibition comes directly from two Shakespearian plays –

Enobarbus, commenting on Cleopatra’s beauty to his fellow officers, says that she “Pursed up” Anthony’s heart on the river of Cydnus…

“Fangled” is a word meaning love of “finery”, which is used by Posthumus Leonatus in “Cymbeline” when he describes how the world loves fashionable garments- thus in present day parlance, not much change there then!

A collaboration between Textile Artists Jenny Head and

Ann Rogers,
the work showcases a wide variety of techniques including machine embroidery, hand stitching, felting, lacework and elaborate embellishment, which are then translated into wearable textiles, bags, cushions and fans.

The inspiration for this unusual collection stems from a love of literature- and a favourite saying amongst Welsh women on hearing of the treatment of their sisters by an offending male – “Why diden’ you ‘ittim with you-er ambarg then?” thus giving rise to the question, which of Shakespeare’s heroines may have followed this most commendable course of action...?

The Exhibition is open till July 17th, 10am – 5pm daily

R.B.

" All at Sea"

2007-04-30T10:17:00.000Z

Experience the sights and sounds of the ocean with our new Exhibition in the Upper Gallery...

Awash with ocean blue and sea green, "All at Sea" will be on display until Tuesday June 5th, 10am - 5pm daily.

Drawing inspiration from the deep blue sea, original contemporary work includes

lacy jellyfish bags by Carole Lee

ceramic seabirds by Terri Smart

papier mache wall sculpture by Sue Isaac

woven seascapes by Tess Badcock

canvasses by Lois Woodger

glass by Lorraine Hogg

felted scarves by Jacqui Morton

plus new work from Harding House Gallery Artists.

R.B.

Gallery News

2007-04-29T12:53:00.000Z

The University of the Third Age (U3A) Art Appreciation Group will be attending a special session at Harding House Gallery in May, for a talk by gallery member Helen Neale entitled An Introduction to Art & Craft Appreciation.

The Gallery welcomes enquiries from small groups (no more than 12) who may be interested in similar events featuring other areas of expertise within the group.

Helen will also be holding 2 workshops at the London Road Gallery, London Road, Sheffield -

13th May - Patchwork & Knitting

16th June - Indigo Dyeing

MEMBERSHIP NEWS -

Sue Lancaster recently left the Gallery following three and a half successful, fun filled and creative years as Exhibitions Organiser. Sue will still be exhibiting at HHG, but will be developing her own work and expanding activities at her studio in Sheffield - for more information please contact her on

07989 424989

or

www.stitchedupandfleeced.com
sue@54brooklands.freeserve.co.uk

We also said "au revoir" to Sally Lidgett, talented painter of assorted livestock and busy mother of two young children - Sally will still be exhibiting at Harding House and has not at this stage ruled out a hopeful return to the fold in years to come...

R.B.