Popular local artist and teacher, Graham Hadlow returns to Colby for his third annual solo exhibition, starting on Monday, June 19.
If you aren't already familiar with the work of this talented water-colourist, make sure that you visit Colby's 'Small Gallery' some time over the next three weeks to see his beautiful local landscape and seascapes. You will love the subdued colours, the superbly executed skies, the architectural detail and the (how-does-he-do-those?) wet, wet beaches. And if you are already familiar with Graham's work, make sure you call in to see the best of his latest work on show until Saturday, July 9.
In addition to showing his latest pictures, Graham will also be holding three full day 'Watercolour Workshops' on each Monday of his three-week show. Topics to be covered are 'Boats and Harbours', 'Tumbling Water' and 'Summer Foliage'. There are still a few places available, so aspiring artists, take advantage of this rare opportunity to paint under Graham's expert guidance in the delightful surroundings of the National Trust Woodland Gardens.
Please note that whilst Graham's workshops are not suitable for complete beginners, the National Trust is offering 'Art for All' every Thursday throughout June, when a professional art teacher will be in the gardens to offer support to anyone wanting to try their hand at sketching.
The gardens are truly inspirational, as can be seen by the considerable number of Colby inspired paintings already hanging in the gallery, so perhaps learners will find their 'winter of mis-placed paint, made into endless summer by Colby's artist's tent!' (apologies to W.S).
Details of any of the above may be obtained by ringing the gallery on 814200, or call in during garden opening hours, 10 to 5, seven days a week.