​WELCOME TO FAIRFORD ART SOCIETY

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NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER FROM SALLIE:


"Hello one and all,
  
Sadly this is the last news and updating letter from me as your chairperson.  You should also be receiving one from John regarding renewing membership.  Please do read it and respond.

It has been my privilege to have been a member of the Society almost from its conception in 1976,  with a break before returning again.  I have filled just about every role on the committee, have seen many changes, made long term friends, attended oh, so many demonstrations, painted and hung numerous pictures and worked through a time when it really looked as though the society would collapse, but here we are, still functioning and in good heart despite Covid 19. Now it is time for younger and more energetic members to take over.  I thank you all for the support and friendship you have given me over the years and look forward to a new Renaissance.

At the committee meeting yesterday it was agreed unanimously not to hold a physical AGM this year and to cancel the intended Christmas Lunch. 

Please note that the Jane Vaux workshop has been reset for Feb 27th 2021.

As members of the SAA we have access to materials at competitive prices, but purchases have to be made via the Society.  John is happy to accommodate this so if you wish to use this facility please contact John.

Although sales at the Surgery have been slow, there have been some and 2 hares have hopped off to new homes in the last couple of weeks.    Changing paintings over en masse has just not been possible so Wendy and Sue have decided to try changing out a couple at a time.  They will contact you at the appropriate time.    This is the best we can offer at the moment.

The remaining meetings of this year are as follows: 
Painting sessions,  Nov.  3rd & 17th. November Mists is the subject and Dec. 1st & 15th.  Subject Winter Cheer.  1.30pm.  The Keble Room,  upstairs.     Please do let John know if you are attending by the Monday evening for T & T purposes. Max. 12 members
Thursday 5th Nov.   Note this is an afternoon meeting beginning at 2.30 pm.  Roger Jones working in Water colours "Winter With Colour".   Farmor Room.  Please wear masks. Front door entry and one-way system please.    Please book in with John by Monday 2nd Nov.  max 20 members
There will be no demo in Jan but painting sessions begin 19th Jan.
Please all stay safe over the winter months, keep painting and see you around.
Your new committee will be in touch with you before the Feb demo with an update.

Kind regards.   Sallie"

For a review of our recent demonstration by Jane VAUX,
​please visit the RECENT EVENTS page on this website.




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"Tea for Two", Gouache, Sallie Seymour

​WHO WE ARE

​We are a group of enthusiastic leisure painters who meet regularly to share ideas, techniques, and motivation. The aim is to enjoy our common interest in a relaxed, friendly, and supportive environment. The Society has been active for 43 years, and so we have many years of experience.

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OUR MEMBERSHIP

The Society has a membership of about 40 living in Fairford and the surrounding area. New members are always welcome, and can attend any of our Get Together Painting Sessions or Demonstrations as a "drop in"  guest. So, if you are thinking of possibly joining us, come along and say hello, you can be sure of a very warm welcome. If you go to the Membership section of this website, you will find more detailed information on membership. 

 
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WHAT WE DO

We currently run Get Together Painting Sessions four times a month, together with monthly Workshops or Demonstrations by expert artists in their own particular field. The recent addition of Outdoor Painting Sessions during the summer months has proved very popular. In addition to these regular activities, there are occasional social events, and an Annual Society Exhibition. 

​​If you go to the Programme section of this website, you will see what is currently on offer for you to enjoy. 

 
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WHERE WE MEET

Meetings are held at the Farmoor Room, Fairford Community Centre, High Street, Fairford, Gloucestershire, GL7 4AF, unless denoted otherwise in our programme.

By Wendy Robinson