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Abergavenny Art Group

seascapeAbergavenny Art group is celebrating its 80th year this year.  It always welcomes new members!  We meet twice monthly on a Monday evening and if you appreciate art, we think you should join us.

Our group of community artists meet to work together and critique each others work.  The mutual support and encouragement given has seen this group grow and their skills increase.

The above painting is by Katherine Jordan and is titled Beachscene after Ken Howard. The painting appearing below is called Aspects of Orsay by John Hurst.

OrsayOur members are like minded people who get together to discuss their work and exchange advice and tips, professional artists who want to encourage and help others develop their skills, amateur artists who want to improve their skills, and beginners who want to learn to paint, draw or express their ideas on canvas.  We have an extensive and interesting library of art books, videos and DVDs.  Our reading and video libraries will enable you to improve your work and learn new skills in the quiet of your own home.

If you live in Abergavenny or the neighbouring towns of Govilon, Llanellen, Blaenavon, Brynmawr, Blaina, Gilwern, or Crickhowell, why not come along for a visit and watch us work. It does not matter if you are a beginner or a professional artist.  We are a friendly bunch of people and welcome all ages.  Details of our programme of events are given.

jantien powellThe Art Group's Programme of events includes talks and demonstrations in various media.  Jantien Powell (left) gave a demonstration on including figures into landscapes.  Wood sculptor Neil Gow has given a presentation about his many pieces of work utilising tools from chain saws to chisels.

We have a yearly exhibition of the paintings and artwork of our members.  Entrance to view the exhibition is free.

There's something for you!

Whether you like to do watercolours, acrylics, oil painting, pastels, sketching, multi-media or perhaps you just like art, there is something for everyone.  For details of how you can contact the Art Group click here.

market stallAbergavenny Art Group usually has a stall at the Art and Craft fairs in Abergavenny Market.  They are held every month (on the second Thursday). Come along and see the many stalls in the market. 

If you are interested in joining in, contact info@abergavennyartists.co.uk

Its our 80th year !

historyThe Abergavenny Art Group was founded in 1937 and has a unique history which you can read by clicking on this button.

The "Open Studios" Exhibition 2017

spring exhibitionThe Art Group is participating once again in CRiC's Open Studios and Galleries (The Art Trail).  The venue this year is the Abergavenny Community Centre at the former Park Street School.  For more details click on the adjacent image.

We welcome your views

If you would like to leave feedback, seek information, please email  info@abergavennyartists.co.uk

Our aims and objectives

  • to stimulate and promote the appreciation and encouragement of the arts and crafts.
  • to help train and educate in the process of creating art projects.
  • to promote design art projects and the development of a high level of artistic quality.
  • to introduce creative skills to children and adults, thereby providing them with tools to articulate their ideas and observations and the confidence to transform their physical environment.

Workshops

workshop
The Art Group's programme of events includes workshops where members and visitors can undertake their own art projects or follow one of the suggested themes.  Click on the above image to see the Programme of workshops and presentations.

Annual Exhibition 2017

entryformThe Art Group's annual exhibition is to be held between 29th July and 5th August.  Entrance is free.  The venue this year is to be the Scout Hall in the Fairfield Carpark next to Bailey Park in Abergavenny.  Click on the above image to download a Submission Form with Notes for Exhibitors.

For some images of the paintings that were on display at recent exhibitions  go to Gallery 7.

Annual General Meeting

The next AGM was on 8th May at the Abergavenny Community Centre. The present details of the Committee, Officers and Helpers are given on the Contact page.

Visit our Page 3

page 3There is more information about the Art Group on our Page 3.  There's also a video to explain what we aim to do.

New Members

We always welcome new members. We each have various levels of experience ranging from the absolute beginner to the professional who earn a living from their art.

Membership

Yearly membership costs just £23 for 2017 to 2018. Membership fees should ideally be paid by the end of May each year.

downloadClick here for a membership form.


Meetings and events

We hold lectures and events throughout the year, some of which will be open to the general public and advertised here.

We meet twice monthly on a Monday, alternating lectures with workshops at the Abergavenny Community Centre (the former Park St School) at 7-30pm. Visitors are welcome at £2 per evening.

Brian WheelerAt one such evening Brian Wheeler (pictured) provided a demonstration of his pastel painting.

The lectures are interesting and inspiring with a chance to try out new skills and techniques at the workshops which are becoming increasingly popular.




AAG Newsletter


aag logoThe latest AAG Newsletter is available online by clicking on this logo.

Find our artists


Get away on a Painting Holiday?

holidayIf this is of some interest, visit Page 3 for a few suggestions.

Programme

  • calender
  • Click on the above image to see the Art Group's programme of meetings etc.

iPad Art

finger figurative
Do you make art, sketches and drawings on your iPad or other tablet?  Melanie Davies does with her "finger figurative" pictured above. If you do, we'd be interested to see some of your work and know which app you use.

Contact us on:
info@abergavennyartists.co.uk


Art Supplies

jacksons
For details of Jackson's Art Supplies click on the above image.