There’s still time to catch up with this year’s itinerary if you haven’t had a chance yet. The locations of those taking part stretch from Calne in the west all the way to Froxfield in the east. You can delight in any number of different arts and crafts from painting and drawing to photography, sculpture,…… Continue reading Marlborough Open Studios 2022
I really enjoy it when a book combines the beauty of art and text. I am very much a word person; I love the feel of words and the emotions they can create, but also the power of words and the knowledge that can be contained within them. But what really impresses me is when…… Continue reading When Art and Authors meet
The Cranbourne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty encompasses 380 miles of countryside, hugging the borders of Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and Somerset. The current artist in residence, Sara Dudman RWA, has been sharing her insights of the ‘Unearthing’ project, exploring the geology of the Chase through its earth colours. Read more, courtesy of the Cranbourne…… Continue reading Artists in the Landscape : Cranbourne Chase
Here at the Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre we are continuing the legacy of the Creative Wiltshire project and remain dedicated to acquiring the works of local creative talent on behalf of the people of Wiltshire. Two of our latest additions highlight the scope and diversity of the Creative Wiltshire collection. Swindon artist and visual…… Continue reading A little of the Exotic in Wiltshire
Here at the Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre we have been lucky enough to acquire some works by the artist Dru Marland. Dru lives on a narrow boat, traversing much of the west of England by canal, but particularly the Kennet and Avon. Having started out as a poet, Dru now enjoys experimenting with artistic…… Continue reading Inspiration on the Canal
The Covid pandemic has affected us all. Last year the Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre, Chippenham put out a call to arms, asking for contributions to a new collection that we are building; ‘Living in Lockdown: A Creative Response to Challenging Times’. We had an amazing response! A big thank you to everyone who contacted…… Continue reading The ‘Living in Lockdown’ Creative Collection
It’s September and time once more to get out and about, enjoying the Peacock arts trail which celebrates art in north west Wiltshire. The peacock is again spreading its wings, including not just Corsham, but Chippenham and Melksham too. 70 creatives are showcasing their work during 11-19 September with workshops, demonstrations and events on offer.…… Continue reading The Peacock Arts Trail
Salisbury artist Paul Thomas (Toys in Stardust) will be exhibiting a selection of his ink drawings created during lockdown at the Five Rivers Centre, Salisbury, throughout August. Paul has often worked with groups over his decades long career, but this time he was going totally solo. “Just me, the ideas, materials and drive. The pictures…… Continue reading Paul Thomas “One Man Band”
Julian Bream 15 July 1933 – 14 August 2020 Julian Bream, who lived in Wiltshire until his death last year at the age of 87, was part of a tradition that recognised both the past and the future of the guitar. He commissioned and played first performances by composers such as William Walton, Michael Tippett and…… Continue reading Remembering Julian Bream and his Wiltshire connection
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