Everyone’s Embroidery Event”
Saturday, 16th of April, brings with it the annual “Everyone’s Embroidery Event” presented by members of the Cheriton Bishop, West Country Embroiderers in the Cheriton Bishop Village Hall from 10.00a.m. until 4.00p.m.
THIS long established event is popular with those interested in any of the many and varied aspects of embroidery, whether it be ancient, mediaeval, classic or modern. The exhibition will include work that has been produced over the past year by group members, many of whom will be demonstrating their methods and techniques during the day for visitors to view close at hand and who will be pleased to answer questions. Among them will be Christine Benjamin, using a large loom to create magnificent wall hangings.
exhibition and this year includes Strawberry Fayre with a selection of materials, Tamar Embroiderers, with a fine collection of handmade buttons etc, Tracey Curtis demonstrating Machine Embroidery and Well Head Books with a comprehensive selection of the latest publications. There will also be a stall specialising in second-hand sought- after materials and equipment for sale. Regular visitors can be assured that a range of sumptuous refreshments will
Trade stalls are always a feature of the
once again be available throughout the day.
Cheriton Bishop group members meet once a month to encourage those new to embroidery to learn more and for those with experience to develop their talents further and encourage others in the techniques of Goldwork, Stumpwork, Tapestry, Mixed Media with metals and other materials, Creative Bargello, and Samplers etc. The group is very fortunate in having
some highly qualified tutors as members who are happy to share their knowledge and, during the year they also invite in tutors from around the country.
‘Art at the Works’, Tavistock
HURRICANE - Melanie Guy DEEP REACH - Melanie Guy
MELANIE Guy and Hilary Hughes will be sharing an exhibition space at the wonderful new, architect designed venue - ‘Art at the Works’, Tavistock, courtesy of Stephen and Erica Whettem -
www.artattheworks.co.uk. It is worth finding these premises near the Town Hall, which are recently opened to artists, where Melanie and Hilary are taking up this super opportunity to exhibit some of their work in metal. 18
Unusual for two ladies to be working in this medium - it is with their artistic eye and enquiring curiosity that they develop innovative approaches to visual art work.
Melanie makes wall sculptures with pewter metal, which reflect light and aspects of the environment. She may use chemicals to mark the surface, enhancing these by applying metal powders or gold leaf. While Hilary, who works on copper sheet says,
BARN POOL - Hilary Hughes
‘Using common acids and alkalis from the house and environment, these ‘paintings’ are for me a microcosm of what’s happening in the landscape, expressing the dynamics of change. Empiricism and alchemy are at play.’
Exhibition opens on Saturday 26th March, 1pm ‘til 5pm - as part of Tavistock Art Trail. After that it will be open from 2pm ‘til 5pm Monday to Friday until 8th April.
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