UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Llanwddyn Art Event
Come along to Llanwddyn, on the banks Lake Vyrnwy to see a wealth of creative talent. Artists from around the region are exhibiting in this annual pop up exhibition, which has become quite a popular and looked forward to event, so I’m very privileged to be part of it. In a beautiful setting of countryside lies this community hall hosting the table top art event. I will be taking a selection of my sketchbooks to view and framed artworks for sale. Hopefully I can also be active and sketch the day too!. Works for sale can be taken away on the day. Cash or card/transfers. Teas will also be served in the pop up cafe. Makes for a great run out. Further information from 012691 870501
Llanwddyn Art Event
A 2 day pop up art fair, Lake Vyrnwy. Come and see the work of a range of artists from the area, with lots of work for sale to take away on the day. Teas also served. A great day out.
Sketchbooks and Sketching
Have you ever observed someone sketching and wish you could do that? Well, you can! Join us in this immersive workshop led by the talented artist, Emma-Jayne, as she guides you through the art of sketching. Using simple paper folding to create quick discreet sketchbooks, this workshop also enables you to experiment with a diverse range of materials. With Emma-Jayne’s expert guidance, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to embark on this fulfilling artistic journey. The day covers some basic skills and then works on gaining experience and building confidence to put sketching into practice both in a gallery/café setting, the Willow Gallery and then stepping outside to sketch locally along the town centre streets of Oswestry. Sketching is a wonderful way to capture the essence of your life, surroundings, or explore a specific theme.
Emma brings a selection of sketchbooks to browse for ideas and appreciate the variety of options available. Currently she is making her own palm sized books from selected cartridge papers to work discretely in the landscape and urban areas. They fit comfortably into pockets for easy access when the interesting and inspirational moment arrives. We will also discuss and address some of the fears of sketching in public, to help you feel more confident and comfortable in your practice.
Borderland Visual Arts Open Studio
Open Studio - an opportunity to nose around the studio, through sketchbooks and have a chat about artists and art. Many framed works for sale and ready to take away with you, hang on the walls and enjoy. One of 14 studios open for 2 weekends in June around Oswestry and the borders. Printmaker Emma Aldridge will be sharing my open studio space and exhibiting a selection of her prints. Teas served in the garden.
BVA Open Studio '25
Come and visit my studio and see works, new and older along with sketchbooks and the materials I use. I will also have printmaker Emma Aldridge exhibiting her work in my studio. So 2 artists to visit. Teas in the garden.
BVA Open Studios '25
Open Studio - an opportunity to nose around the studio, through sketchbooks and have a chat about artists and art. Many framed works for sale and ready to take away with you, hang on the walls and enjoy. One of 14 studios open for 2 weekends in June around Oswestry and the borders. Printmaker Emma Aldridge will be sharing my open studio space and exhibiting a selection of her prints. Teas served in the garden.
BVA Open Studios '25
Open Studio - an opportunity to nose around the studio, through sketchbooks and have a chat about artists and art. Many framed works for sale and ready to take away with you, hang on the walls and enjoy. One of 14 studios open for 2 weekends in June around Oswestry and the borders. Printmaker Emma Aldridge will be sharing my open studio space and exhibiting a selection of her prints. Teas served in the garden.
Sketching Indoors and Out
Come and join Emma-jayne for a day of drawing. Pick up lots of handy hints and gain experience and confidence in drawing in public. This event is held at The Willow Gallery, Oswestry.
Sketching day in Ruthin
Sketching day with Emma-Jayne Holmes
10.30am-4pm
18+
Spend a day exploring various drawing techniques with local artist Emma-Jayne Holmes. During this workshop you will use the Ruthin Clocktower as inspiration and focus.
This is an ideal workshop for those who would like to get more comfortable with sketching, and can be for beginners or those more advanced.
During the morning we will make a simple folded and easy to use palm sized sketchbook, ideal for out in the field sketching.
Then, using a range of drawing tools Emma will guide you through a series of activities to assist you in looking and recording the world around you. There is a large emphasis on having fun and experimenting, as we find ways of depicting and visually recording the Clocktower.
Emma-Jayne Holmes is a passionate artist with a keen eye for capturing the essence of life and her surroundings.Her still-life studies taught her the art of keen observation, while her landscape work deepened her appreciation for the beauty of nature’s seasons, cycles, and renewal. Emma-Jayne’s depictions of volunteers, musicians, and community members reflect her gratitude and philosophical musings on the human experience.
Open Studio
Sharing my studio space with printmaker Emma Aldridge for this years Borderland Visual Arts Open Studio event. We are a bit challenging to locate but well worth it for the warm welcome, cake, humour and of course, the art. Locate us through the app what3words///builds.singing.grasp or postcode LL14 3BL
We are the last house at the end of the single lane of Russell Street. However you can also get to us via the 2 footpaths at the end of the lane either down from High Street, or up from King Street (opposite the Maelor boxing club).
Open Studio
Sharing my studio space with printmaker Emma Aldridge for this years Borderland Visual Arts Open Studio event. We are a bit challenging to locate but well worth it for the warm welcome, cake, humour and of course, the art. Locate us through the app what3words///builds.singing.grasp or postcode LL14 3BL
We are the last house at the end of the single lane of Russell Street. However you can also get to us via the 2 footpaths at the end of the lane either down from High Street, or up from King Street (opposite the Maelor boxing club).
Open Studio
Sharing my studio space with printmaker Emma Aldridge for this years Borderland Visual Arts Open Studio event. We are a bit challenging to locate but well worth it for the warm welcome, cake, humour and of course, the art. Locate us through the app what3words///builds.singing.grasp or postcode LL14 3BL
We are the last house at the end of the single lane of Russell Street. However you can also get to us via the 2 footpaths at the end of the lane either down from High Street, or up from King Street (opposite the Maelor boxing club).
Sketchbooks and sketching workshop
Want to go sketching but not sure where to start. Come along and make some sketchbooks before we go out sketching in the gallery and grounds. Book via Eventbrite. Ruthin Craft Centre 01824 704774
Pre-Christmas SALE
ONLINE SALE of artworks. 20% discounts and FREE P&P
All works on the site will be at a 20% discount for the duration of the weekend sale, with FREE Postage and packaging in the UK. I may well host an event in the studio on the Sunday afternoon, so make sure you subscribe to be the first to hear about it. In the studio you can also get to see the works in progress and view some of those pieces that are just a bit awkward to photograph.
Pop up exhibition and artists talk
Join us for an afternoon of artists talks and exhibition in the unique and special surroundings of artist in residence studios Stiwdio Maelor. Artists Emma-Jayne Holmes, Molly Brown, Veronica Calarco and Norma Hendrix are joined by writer Nancy Lord to present their work in short presentations of around 10 minutes, after which there will be time to view the art work on show and chat with the artists. There is also the opportunity to spend the morning with Artist-in-Residence, Norma Hendrix. from 10-1 join her workshop “Presence, Perception and Experimentation. £40 per person. Book at stiwdiomaelor@gmail.com
Bach Cello concert. Live sketching event for Emma-Jayne Holmes.
An afternoon of Bach Cello performance by James Barralet at the wonderful Black Park Chapel. A beautifully converted chapel hosting live music events. Donations to “Trees of Music”. The voice of the strings is bought out by the bow and since the 1700’s bows have been made form the uniquely resonant brazil wood. Deforestation and over harvesting for bows have bought this uniquely resonant tree to the brink of extinction. I will be captureing the performance with my sketchbook.
Exhibition opening and meet the artist.
All welcome to the opening of the Winter Collection exhibition from artist members of the Borderland Visual Arts. Come along from 2-4pm to meet some of the artists and get first opportunity to purchase any works. There is also on exhibition work from CAN, Cheshire Artists Network, so well worth a visit.
Work on exhibition at Oriel Glasfryn
A beautiful setting within a private residence, which includes access to the garden where refreshments can be purchased and enjoyed to make a pleasant trip out. The gallery hosts 2 exhibitions a year for a selection of artists, within the main house and a permanent gallery space is located within an outbuilding. Open Wednesdays to Sundays, plus Bank Holidays 10-4pm
Summer exhibition at Oriel Plas Glyn-y-weddw
Over 90 artists works selling “off the wall”, to take away immediately. A beautiful old gallery in picturesque gardens and a delicious cafe, by the sea. What more could you want for a trip out. I’m delighted to be exhibiting my work there again. Open every day 10-5pm. See their website for further info, online gallery shop and events. https://www.oriel.org.uk
Details for Plas Glyn-y-weddw Gallery.
Causley Festival
Exhibition of the work of five professional artist friends responding to the poetry of Charles Causley. Image - Squalling black fists of trees. Acrylic on paper. 21x21cm £265
Open Studio
An opportunity to see my wonderful studio located in the garden and over looking the Dee Valley towards Llangollen. Artwork from various periods will be available to view and a good selection of new works on display within the studio. Come and see where and how I work, from sketchbooks, exploration pieces to final framed collections. All work will be available for sale and it’s also a great time to grab bargain. Open 10a.m.-5p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Work on exhibition at Willow
The annual Borderlands Visual Arts Open Studio Event is on during weekends of 10/11 and 17/18 June. This exhibition gives you the opportunity to see all 27 participating artists and a few others. Have a look around, pick up the open studio leaflet to locate the studios that your favoured artists are exhibiting at and you can go visit and meet them. At the Willow gallery there is also a selection of crafts and a lovely cafe for refreshments or something to eat. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays 10-4pm. (And 10-5pm on the Open Studio Weekends)
Sketching at Live Music Event
I shall be sketching at the intimate, uplifting and magical concert of Elfin Bow, singing her own music with close harmonies fromTracey-Ann Green. “A rising star of the modern folk world”. Fatea Magazine. Tickets are £12.50 available form Louise at ttinshed@gmail.com or via “The Tin Shed” facebook page.