April 2025 Newsletter
- amshenton4
- Apr 2
- 4 min read
Deat Artist,
It seems like with the arrival of the new month, we have lots of news coming our way!
We’re excited to start April with an exciting workshop, and we’re thrilled to announce that we’re adding a new workshop in May! Plus, our Pop-Up event is coming soon!
We also have some fantastic news regarding our Summer Exhibition! If you’re a lifelong member of Guildford Art Society, this is a newsletter you won’t want to miss. Enjoy your reading!
WHAT HAPPENED IN MARCH
On Saturday 22nd March we were extremely pleased to welcome Catherine McVean, an artist who is new to demonstrating for our society. Catherine's chosen genre was still life, her subject was a small bunch of daffodils which she painted in oils.
It was clear to see that not only is Catherine a very talented and accomplished artist but an excellent tutor who guided us comprehensively through every step in her process. She was delighted to answer questions on all aspects of her work and, in addition to the wealth of information she gave us on Saturday, has kindly supplied further details to help those who wish to follow up on the demo with their own work at home.
The brilliant news is that Catherine has also agreed to do a workshop for us in the near future. The subject matter will be a still life or flowers. She will work in oils but attendees can choose their own medium. Further details to come soon so watch this space!
WHAT'S COMING
PROGRAMME UPDATED
We have got a new workshop for the month of May and here is a little reminder of all the events that are to come!
PORTRAIT WORKSHOP WITH JANE ALLISON
Saturday 12th April, 1.30pm to 5.30pm (please note
slight time adjustment)
NEW! WORKSHOP BY CATHERINE MCVEAN
Saturday 3rd of May, 2pm to 4pm at St Catherine's
Village Hall.
POP UP AT HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, GUILDFORD
Saturday 31st of May, from 9.30am-6pm, at Holy
Trinity Church.
AGM
Saturday 21st of June, 2pm - at St Catherine's Village
Hall
DEMO WITH CHRIS FORSEY - MIXED MEDIA
WATERCOLOUR
Saturday 21 of June, starts at 2.30pm at St
Catherine's Village Hall.
It helps with catering if you can let us know that you are going to attend via the
following email address: exhibcoord.gas@outlook.com. We hope to see you there!
OTHER NEWS
We are deeply saddened to share the news that Ann Heat, a long-time and cherished
member of GAS, passed away on March 27th. Ann was a talented and admired artist, and her work brought joy and inspiration to many. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with her family and friends during this difficult time.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
LOOKING FOR A NEW TREASURER
Our Society is urgently looking for a new Treasurer to join our team!
We need someone who is comfortable with numbers, computer-literate, and ideally has
experience managing funds or has an accounting/finance background.
A good working knowledge of Excel would be especially helpful.
Your main responsibilities will include tracking our finances and managing artist payments.
If you or someone you know would be a great fit for this role, please reach out!
As a committee, we meet every 2-3 months—and our meetings always include coffee and
biscuits!
A full handover will be provided by Caroline to ensure a smooth transition.
Interested? Get in touch at: secretary.gas@outlook.com
FOR THE ATTENTION OF THE LIFE LONG MEMBERS
Are you a lifelong member of Guildford Art Society, or have you been with us for many
years? If so, we’d love to hear from you! We’re putting together something special and
would be delighted if you'd like to be involved.
Please get in touch at secretary.gas@outlook.com and share a little about yourself — where
you're based (just the general area is fine!) and a bit about your artistic journey.
We look forward to hearing from you!
JOIN OUR THURSDAY ART MORNINGS!
We're hosting relaxed and friendly art mornings every Thursday at St Catherine's Village Hall
in Guildford. There’s no set topic or teacher — just a welcoming space to get creative, with
support and advice from fellow artists if you'd like.
The 10-week session starts on May 1st and costs £48 for GAS members.
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR ARTISTS — ART EXCHANGE IN FREIBURG!
The Guildford Twinning Association is thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity for artists from
your society to participate in an art exchange with the BBK in Freiburg this September.
As part of the exchange, four Freiburg artists will showcase their work at Guildford House
Gallery from June 18th to 21st. In return, Freiburg will host an exhibition starting September
18th, and we are looking for two artists from your society to take part.
Here’s what’s included:
Travel expenses covered by the Guildford Twinning Association.
Complimentary accommodation in Freiburg, kindly provided by the BBK.
Exhibition space to display your artwork.
The BBK is a professional artists’ group, making this a wonderful chance to engage with
fellow artists, share your work internationally, and experience Freiburg’s vibrant cultural
scene.
If you’re interested, please send:
A few images of the artwork you would like to exhibit.
A short paragraph about yourself and your artistic practice.
Contact: Please email your submission to ros.calow@ntlworld.com.
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