NEWTON 

POPPLEFORD 

ART SOCIETY

Newton Poppleford Art Society-

An Introduction

The Newton Poppleford Art Society was formed in 1996. 

Its objective is defined as: 

To provide the opportunity for members to meet and share their interests in the various forms of the visual arts.  

Meetings are normally held on the third Thursday of the month, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., currently at the Cricket Pavilion, Back Lane, Newton Poppleford.  Most months we have guest demonstrators or speakers.    

The highlight of the year is our annual exhibition, held July-August.  Besides acting as a vehicle for members to sell some pictures, the Society is pleased that the exhibitions have also enabled the raising of several thousand pounds for charity.   For the 2010 exhibition Society members jointly painted a 'Big Picture' of Van Gogh's Sunflowers which, in conjunction with Dart's Farm, resulted in nearly £4000 being raised for local charity Hospiscare.  For more see  http://www.newpopartsoc.edicypages.com/hospiscare

Our Sunflowers 'Big Picture'

Other activities organised by the Society include painting days, workshops and holidays, which are arranged  throughout the year, according to the season.

Conclusion of the March 2010 Batik Workshop tutored by Deborah Vallance

In addition Informal Art Groups have been set up under the auspices of the Society.  These provide an opportunity for members to meet on a weekly basis to paint together, and to share hints on techniques and materials. 

For 2012-13 our membership fee is £20.   Visitors are welcome to come along to any demonstrations for a cost of £2 each afternoon.   Our membership ceiling is 95, and there are a few vacancies at present.