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New exhibition in the Chate Room at King Street Gallery

 

A group of Carmarthenshire based ceramicists have taken over the Chate room this May.

 

Titled "Clay in May", the exhibition demonstrates the versatility of clay medium through the group's work, which includes sculptural pieces and vessels. They are inspired by both the human form and the landscape, with narratives of place,  identity and nostalgia being a strong influence.

The group is made up of the following artists, Olwen Thomas, Hilary Coole, Lindy Martin, Sally Rogers, Jacky John, Cheryl Thomas.

The special viewing will be held on Saturday 11th May, from 3pm - 7pm.  Complimentary refreshments will be available.

To celebrate this in the May bank holiday, King street gallery members hosted an open "drop in" workshop day on Saturday 4th May. Children had the opportunity to come in to the gallery, learn something about the art that’s being displayed and have a go at working with clay.  It was a very successful day and all th e participants have now been invited back for a day to finish their clay pieces with the help of our skilled gallery members! Since it's move to a large, new premises on King Street,  the gallery now runs a busy calendar of events with workshops, talks and demonstrations being held regularly by a number of celebrated artists. 

These workshops will be a vital arm to the gallery and are turning into a valuable community activity in Carmarthenshire.
 

Saturday 22nd June 2013

Drypoint Printmaking workshop with Alan Williams - click here for information

Sunday 23rd June 2013

Lifedrawing Practise Day - click here for information

Saturday 29th June

Watercolour workshop with Elizabeth Haines - click here for information

 
 

Drypoint Printmaking Workshop with Alan Williams

Saturday 22nd June
10.30am - 4pm
£30

Drypoint is a simple and direct technique in the Intaglio family of printmaking. The surface of the plate is draw into with a sharp point leaving incised lines and ridges called the burr. The burr holds the ink and gives the drypoint print it's rich velvety quality.

During the workshop, we will be working on aluminium to produce a small edition of prints. There will be a range of plate sizes available up to A5.

Drypoint is suitable for artists of all levels and disciplines.

What to expect and what you need to bring

Materials will be included. No previous experience is necessary, just bring along some sketches/photos or ideas.

This course is limited to a maximum of 10 participants so please book early to avoid disappointment.

About the Artist

Website:www.alanwilliamsprintmaker.co.uk

In 1997 after finishing his Visual Arts degree, majoring in printmaking, Alan co-founded the Awansea Print Workshop and remained as a director of the non-profit making organisation until 2011.

Alan has extensive experience in teaching printmaking and delivering community arts' projects. He combines these activities with his practice working from a small studio at home.

 

For more information about attending the course, please contact the gallery on 01267 220121 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it