| Status: | Active, open to new members |
| Coordinator: |
Heather Gosney
Tel: 07732 210622
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| Group email: | Painting for Pleasure group |
| When: | Monthly on Thursday mornings 9:30 am-12:00 pm Second Thursday of the month |
| Venue: | All Saints Church Hall |
| Cost: | £4.00 a session including refreshments |

This is an informal group of like-minded people interested in developing their skills in artistic painting, learning from each other whilst enjoying each other’s company. There is no formal teacher – some of the members are experienced painters and artists; others are complete beginners, me included. We all help each other.
Each month, a few weeks before the next meeting, you will receive an email suggesting a specific theme for you to work on in advance with the idea of completing it in the next group session, using whatever medium you prefer. A message will be sent to all members of the group by the organiser a couple of days before each meeting. It is important for members to check their emails in case of last-minute cancellations due to bad weather (as in January).
You can ask other members to help you, or you can work independently. You may want to try out a new style, or attempt abstract painting or find out how to use pastels or acrylics. Anything goes. There may also be an opportunity to work on your own long-term project, time-allowing.
You do need to provide your own materials, i.e paints, brushes, paper etc. You will be working on a flat table, so you may prefer to bring an easel (but not essential). If you are a complete beginner, the group leader will advise you what to bring to your first session. Pencils are always a good idea.



