Church Stretton art exhibition to expand
The huge display of artwork that takes takes pride of place at the heart of a town's two-week arts festival will be even larger this year, it has been revealed.
Church Stretton Arts Festival runs from July 29 to August 13 and will see music from classical recitals to an Abba tribute band, as well as theatre and literature events.
But one of the staples of the festival is the art exhibition hosted by Church Stretton School each year, which is the biggest in the region including work from both professional and amateur artists across the Church Stretton area, as well as student work.
Sue Hockaday, on behalf of the organisers, said entries would be taken to be included in the exhibition up until June 30.
She said: "Organisers are delighted to report an expansion of space to accommodate the increased number of craft exhibits which may be entered.
"Last year saw a wonderful variety of work – textile art, metal work, ceramics, woodwork, jewellery, leather work – and they are hoping this year to have an even more impressive display spread over two rooms. There will be a comprehensive display of art and photography."
She said among those exhibiting this year will be guest artists David Harban and Paul Hipkiss, members of the Midland Printmakers group and the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists, whose distinctive etchings will be on display.
“We are delighted to welcome David Harban and Paul Hipkiss and it is especially pleasing to showcase our talented local young artists.
"Displays of student art work from St Lawrence Primary School and Church Stretton School will form part of Exhibition 2017," she said.
The exhibition opening reception will take place on July 31 at 7.30pm, with tickets priced at £2.50. After that, opening hours will be from 11am to 6pm from August 1 to 12.
For more information please visit www.strettonfestival.org.uk, email exhibition@strettonfestival.org.uk or phone 01694 723072.
