ArtScilly2010. Official Programme Saturday, May 8th to Saturday, May 15th

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1 ArtScilly2010 Official Programme Saturday, May 8th to Saturday, May 15th EXPERIENCE THE ARTS IN A PLACE WHICH SEEMS FROM A BYGONE ERA, YET IS SO CLOSE TO HOME

Fabulous food. Fabulous view. On the coastal footpath, above Porthloo. Food served all day and most evenings, inside and out. Call ahead to book an evening table.

uk Seaways Flower Farm, Porthloo, St Mary s, Isles of Scilly, TR21 0NF.

journey to an island paradise... Enjoy the exhilarating experience of a 20 minute direct flight from the Penzance Heliport to either St Mary s or Tresco

uk ART SCILLY 2010 ArtScilly 2010 is a new festival to celebrate the unique environment of the Isles of Scilly that vitally contributes to making some of the highest quality and most distinctive art

In its inaugural year, the Festival is a partnership between the Council of the Isles of Scilly and the local community of artists, galleries, community organisations and craftspeople presenting the

2 Fabulous food. Fabulous view. On the coastal footpath, above Porthloo. Food served all day and most evenings, inside and out. Call ahead to book an evening table. We are now licensed for weddings and civil partnerships please ring for more information Seaways Flower Farm, Porthloo, St Mary s, Isles of Scilly, TR21 0NF. St Mary s Discover the beautiful Isles of Scilly escape for the day or stay a while Fly from Land s End Newquay Exeter Bristol Southampton Cruise from Penzance FAST CONVENIENT EXHILARATING A stunning journey to an island paradise... Enjoy the exhilarating experience of a 20 minute direct flight from the Penzance Heliport to either St Mary s or Tresco ART SCILLY 2010 ArtScilly 2010 is a new festival to celebrate the unique environment of the Isles of Scilly that vitally contributes to making some of the highest quality and most distinctive art in Cornwall and the South. The festival is designed to engage and educate the senses, stimulate the imagination, fuse culture and interpretation all within the incomparable context of the islands. In its inaugural year, the Festival is a partnership between the Council of the Isles of Scilly and the local community of artists, galleries, community organisations and craftspeople presenting the best, exciting and most intriguing elements that local Arts have to offer. The timetable of events and exhibitions is tailored around a wide range of demonstrations, displays, exhibitions, events, talks, walks and workshops bringing a greater understanding and appreciation of the talent on the islands. The event will be a tool for making art not only consumable but most importantly accessible: leading to the expression of ideas, creativity, fostering new talent, personal development, and greater understanding of the Islands, Island history, and the unique environment of the Isles of Scilly. ArtScilly 2010 draws on the strengths of the Islands Arts sector, its quality and originality, to offer a high quality, unique experience to new and existing visitors as well as the local population SPRING SUMMER AUTUMN WINTER

Art Guide Information Saturday, May 8th Arts & Culture on the Isles of Scilly The Isles of Scilly have developed a character all of their own, with its own history, heritage, and traditions.

3 Art Guide Information Saturday, May 8th Arts & Culture on the Isles of Scilly The Isles of Scilly have developed a character all of their own, with its own history, heritage, and traditions... scratch the surface and you will discover a proud heritage and traditional culture. Scilly has bred vigorous, successful people throughout history from sea-going pilots to master mariners, flower growers to shipbuilders. Islanders are by definition resourceful and independent-minded people and Scillonians are no exception; therefore it will come as no surprise to find that over a third of the working population on Scilly is self-employed. Many work in the traditional industries of fishing and flower-farming, growing scented narcissi and daffodils. Farms here resemble the kind of smallholding that still flourished on mainland England at the end of the 19th century, with small fields and high hedges. Fishermen catch a range of gastronomic delights, including lobster, crab, turbot and monkfish; some is served locally but much is exported to the UK and to Europe. Tourism also now supports many local business people, with enterprises ranging from craft workshops to inter-island boating. Event: Aura Soma Arts Sessions EVENT: Craft Demonstrations 2:00PM 4:00pm St. Mary s, Phoenix Craft Workshops, Porthmellon Scilly Stuff at Phoenix Craft Workshops will be conducting enameling demonstrations in which they will be making enameled jewellery in the afternoon, fully explaining all the stages and exhibiting their Own work. Booking in advance is essential Contact: scilly.bird@virgin.net 2:00pm 4:00PM 10:30-4:30 & pm CONCERT: Loved Songs and Songs of Love 8:15PM St. Mary s, Methodist Church Hall, Church St. 5 A musical banquet to stimulate the taste buds. Appetisers include excerpts from The Lion King and The Phantom of the Opera, followed by a main course of favourites including: The Prayer, You Raise Me Up and Time to Say Good-Bye. A mouth-watering selection of desserts from Les Miserables will leave you with an evening to remember all suitably seasoned with inimitable humour. Contact: or blue.starfish@live.com

4 GALLERIES There are a wide variety of galleries across the Islands which are open throughout the festival. The list can be found at the end of this Festival Itinerary pack. Sunday, May 9th EVENT: Ink Sketching Outdoors 10:00 AM St. Mary s, Glandore Gallery, Porthloo, 10 places max An informal ramble on beaches and foreshore sketching in ink, for beginners. With an emphasis on quick impressions in black and white. Contact: or glandoregallery@tiscali.co.uk Monday, May 10th EVENT: Art Tour 10:00 am 3pm St. Mary s, A figure of 8 around St. Mary S FREE A guided walk around the studios of St. Mary's, with each artist providing a small talk and/or demonstration. A great way to get a taste of what s on offer, with opportunity to revisit galleries later in the week. Booking in advance is essential Contact: imogens.studio@googl .com EVENT: Stained Glass Demo & Talk 10:30 am 12 noon St. Mary s, Phoenix Stained Glass, Porth mellon A talk on the history of stained glass, and how it has progressed through Tiffany and fused glass in the present day. Demonstration of Tiffany technique and glass cutting. Booking in advance is essential EVENT: Tiffany Glass Workshop St. Mary s, Phoenix Stained Glass, Porthmellon 20 pp (incl materials) EVENT: Watercolour Demo & Talk 2:30pm 4:30pm St. Mary s, Phoenix Stained Glass, Porthmellon A talk on illustrated journals and a demonstration of techniques by Sue Lewington. Booking in advance is essential EVENT Making a Hardbound Sketchbook 7:00pm 9:00 pm Mon - con t 7:00pm 9:00pm Tues St. Mary s, Phoenix Stained Glass, Porthmellon 20 (incl. materials) Learn to stitch and glue a book, and make and attach hard covers, with Sue Lewington. Materials can be provided at an additional cost of 5. Booking in advance is essential display ofwork, there will also be an occasional demonstration.

5 are available to purchase, with more available through the various artists. Exhibition proceeds to the Chicks children s charity. Tuesday, May 11th EVENT: Watercolour Workshop 10:00am 12:30pm and 2:00pm 4:30pm St. Mary s, Phoenix Stained Glass, Porthmellon 12 (incl. materials) Learn basic colour mixing and watercolour techniques and produce paintings with Sue Lewington. All abilities. Some materials provided, but do try to bring our own. Booking in advance is essential EVENT: Fused Glass Workshop 10:30 am - 12:30pm A rare chance to have a go at hot fused glass. Make a keyring and a coaster to take home as your own hand-made memento of a wonderful holiday on the Isles of Scilly. Booking in advance is essential EVENT: Tiffany Glass Workshop EVENT: Making a Hardbound Sketchbook 7:00pm 9:00 pm Mon - con t 7:00pm 9:00 pm Tues St. Mary s, Phoenix Stained Glass, Porthmellon 20 (incl. materials) Learn to stitch and glue a book, and make and attach hard covers, with Sue Lewington. All materials provided. Booking in advance is essential EXHIBITION: The Summer Collection Artists Reception 6:00pm 8:00pm for eight weeks during the summer, The evening is open to all visitors giving everyone the opportunity to experience the intimate gathering at this unique beachside venue. Boats will be arranged to arrive in time for the opening and return before dark. Wednesday, May 12th EVENT:Aura Soma Arts Sessions

6 EVENT: Drawing and Painting Outdoors 12:30pm 4:30pm St. Mary s, Phoenix Stained Glass, Porthmellon 24 Finding Your Picture. Composition, drawing, and watercolours with general tips on working outside with Sue Lewington. Please bring your own materials (sketchbook, watercolours, pencils, or drawing pens). Booking in advance is essential EVENT: Tiffany Glass Workshop EXHIBITION: The Summer Collection Mon to Sat 9.30am - 5pm / Sun 10.30am -4pm for eight weeks during the summer, The following artists are featured in the exhibition - Zoe Sedden, Sophie Harding, Maggie Matthews, Emma Jeffryes, Amy Albright, Andrew Tozer and Geoffrey Bickley. The gallery itself was once a boathouse, so with its history and its position, it feels very much embedded in island life. This sense of place is at the heart of the paintings and the artworks that Gallery Tresco displays. Gallery Tresco was opened in 1992 and since then has been exhibiting and selling fine art of an island nature. The gallery focuses on art about, and inspired by, Scilly EXHIBITION: Mixed Exhibition (featuring Sue Lewington) 6:30pm onward St. Martin s, North Farm Gallery An exciting exhibition opening of mixed show, featuring new work by Sue Lewington. Come and join us at North Farm Gallery for wine and nibbles from 6:30pm onward. Please book boat places in advance. The Island Bakery (next door) will be open for snacks. Contact: north.farm@waitrose.com Thursday, May 13th EVENT: Fused Glass Workshop 10:30 am - 12:30pm A rare chance to have a go at hot fused glass. Make a keyring and a coaster to take home as your own hand-made memento of a wonderful holiday on the Isles of Scilly. Booking in advance is essential Event: See the Stitchers 10:00 am 4:00pm St. Mary s, Church Garden PavILLION Lyonnaise Quilters meet weekly at the Garden Pavilion. They undertake a range of stitching and multi media projects as individuals and as a group. This event will feature a wide variety of pieces on display and being worked on, and some of the quilters will be on hand to chat about their current projects informally. Come and see a wide range of quilting techniques and materials. Coffee and tea will be provided. Contact:mellyns@mac.com Also note that the group has group quilts hanging at the hospital and airport as well as altar covers at Old Town church and the Methodist chapel. They are currently finishing off a group project for the chapel on St Martin's. EVENT: Tiffany Glass Workshop

7 EXHIBITION: The Summer Collection Mon to Sat 9.30am - 5pm / Sun 10.30am -4pm for eight weeks during the summer, The following artists are featured in the exhibition - Zoe Sedden, Sophie Harding, Maggie Matthews, Emma Jeffryes, Amy Albright, Andrew Tozer and Geoffrey Bickley.The gallery itself was once a boathouse, so with its history and its position, it feels very much embedded in island life. This sense of place is at the heart of the paintings and the artworks that Gallery Tresco displays. Gallery Tresco was opened in 1992 and since then has been exhibiting and selling fine art of an island nature. The gallery focuses on art about, and inspired by, Scilly. Friday, May 14th EVENT:Tiffany Glass Workshop EVENT: Special Film Screening 11:00am 3:00pm St. Mary s, Parish Church Hall Free Celebrating Film on Scilly - Parish Church Hall (nxt door to the Scilly Museum) (11am 3pm). Free entry. Selection of contemporary Cornish films. EXHIBITION: The Summer Collection Mon to Sat 9.30am - 5pm / Sun 10.30am -4pm for eight weeks during the summer. The gallery itself was once a boathouse, so with its history and its position, it feels very much embedded in island life. This sense of place is at the heart of the paintings and the artworks that Gallery Tresco displays. Gallery Tresco was opened in 1992 and since then has been exhibiting and selling fine art of an island nature. The gallery focuses on art about, and inspired by, Scilly display ofwork, there will also be an occasional demonstration. GALLERIES There are a wide variety of galleries across the Islands which are open throughout the festival. The list can be found at the end of this Festival Itinerary pack.

8 EVENT: Special Film Screening 7:00pm 10:00pm St. Mary s, Parish Church Hall 3 donation appreciated SPECIAL SCREENING : Celebrating Film on Scilly Parish, Church Hall (nxt door to the Scilly Museum) (7pm - 10pm). 3 entry. Rare archive films of Isles of Scilly through the ages and specially selected contemporary Cornish culture and language films. Celebrating Film on Scilly comes to you as part of The Tre Project and is made possible by Feast and South West Screen Digital Archive Fund with support from Carn to Cove, Cornwall Film Festival, IOS Museum and Isles of Scilly Travel. To find out more go to The Tre Project blog: CONCERT: Tresco Ale & Music Festival Fri 14th to Mon 17th 8:00pm Tresco, The New Inn, Tresco Enjoy superb ale and great music during this 4 day event at the New Inn, Tresco. Friday 14th Darren Roberts Saturday 15th Tom Sunday 16th Lost Eleven Monday 17th Roadrunner Contact: newinn@tresco.co.uk Saturday, May 15th EXHIBITION: The Summer Collection Mon to Sat 9.30am - 5pm / Sun 10.30am -4pm for eight weeks during the summer, The following artists are featured in the exhibition - Zoe Sedden, Sophie Harding, Maggie Matthews, Emma Jeffryes, Amy Albright, Andrew Tozer and Geoffrey Bickley.The gallery itself was once a boathouse, so with its history and its position, it feels very much embedded in island life. This sense of place is at the heart of the paintings and the artworks that Gallery Tresco displays. Gallery Tresco was opened in 1992 and since then has been exhibiting and selling fine art of an island nature. The gallery focuses on art about, and inspired by, Scilly CONCERT: Tresco Ale & Music Festival Fri 14th to Mon 17th 8:00pm Tresco, The New Inn, Tresco Enjoy superb ale and great music during this 4 day event at the New Inn, Tresco. Friday 14th Darren Roberts Saturday 15th Tom Sunday 16th Lost Eleven Monday 17th Roadrunner Contact: newinn@tresco.co.uk CONCERT: Loved Songs and Songs of LovE 8:15pm St. Mary s, Methodist Church Hall, Church St. 5 A musical banquet to stimulate the taste buds. Appetisers include excerpts from The Lion King and The Phantom of the Opera, followed by a main course of favourites including: The Prayer, You Raise Me Up and Time to Say Good-Bye. A mouth-watering selection of desserts from Les Miserables will leave you with an evening to remember all suitably seasoned with inimitable humour. Contact: or blue.starfish@live.com Please note that ArtScilly 2010 events and details are subject to change without notice. The Council of the Isles of Scilly cannot be held responsible for any injuries, costs, or inconvenience caused through inaccuracies, changes to or cancellations of events, use of this document or the services described therein.

9 Local Galleries and Studios Open Throughout the Festival: (Please contact directly for opening dates and times, as they may vary) Ashvale Gallery Lower Town, St. Martin s C.N. Smith Old Town, St. Mary s Fay Page Silver faypagesilver@yahoo.co.uk Lowertown, St Martin's Glandore Gallery Porthloo, St. Mary s Golden Eagle Studio Bryher Isles of Scilly Pottery & Studio The Garrison, St. Mary's John Bourdeaux Pottery and Gallery Old Town, St. Mary s Jo Probert, Rocky Hill Studio Rocky Hill, St Mary's North Farm Gallery Higher Town, St. Martin s Old Town Studio & Gallery Old Town, St. Mary's Peter Smith's Studio Porthloo, St. Mary's Phoenix Craft Workshops Industrial estate, St. Mary s Porthmellon Studio & Gallery Porthmellon, St. Mary s Rat Island Sail Loft Rat Island, St. Mary's Quay, St. Mary's Tresco Gallery New Grimsby, Tresco The Swanborough Twins Gallery Rocky Hill, St. Mary s Watermeadow Studios Old Town, St. Mary s

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