North Devon Arts @ Broomhill
New Year, New Work 2008
13 Jan - 09 Mar 2008 • Wednesdays to Sundays • 11:00-15:00
An opportunity to see the freshest work from North Devon Arts (NDA) artists. Ambitious and exciting work will be on show: all of it never seen before at an NDA show.
The exhibition is divided into 3 separate smaller exhibitions, to provide a more considered gallery show, with each artist having their own space. Over 50 artists will be taking part.
The Private Views are as follows:
- Exhibition 1 • Sun 13 Jan 2008, 14:30
- Exhibition 2 • Sun 03 Feb 2008, 14:30
- Exhibition 3 • Sun 24 Feb 2008, 14:30
Who we are
North Devon Arts (NDA) is a friendly, informal network of artists, including, painters, potters, graphic designers, textile artists, writers, sculptors, jewellers, printmakers, furniture makers, photographers, stained glass artists and others with an interest in the arts.
Started in 1998, the group has quickly increased its membership to over 350. The NDA status has also grown and is now well represented on a variety of North Devon organisations that encourage and promote the arts. You do not have to be a practising artist to join - membership is open to everyone.
NDA aims to promote the arts across North Devon by co-operating with other local and national groups and organisations and works closely with the local council through the North Devon Festival.
NDA also supports individual artists in the promotion of their work, as reflected by this portfolio, showing the quality and diverse talents of the membership. Individual members, with help from the committee and other interested members, sometimes embark on projects in and with the wider community, leading to all involved gaining valuable experience.
NDA is well supported by the Broomhill Art Hotel. Most NDA meetings are held at the hotel, as well as two of the group's main exhibitions.
What we do
Exhibitions
The highlight of the NDA year is the annual winter exhibition, generously hosted by the Broomhill Art Hotel. This gives members the opportunity to exhibit their new work in a renowned contemporary art gallery. This event enables artists to receive support and encouragement from colleagues and the public and also provides welcome opportunities for the sharing of ideas and techniques.
In addition, NDA develops and manages exhibitions of members’ work at other times of the year, both at Broomhill and other suitable venues, with which there are established links, plus also looking for new opportunities, i.e. The Appledore Visual Arts Festival, where NDA members this year responded to the festival theme of ‘Wide River’.
Dissemination of Information
All NDA members are sent a monthly e-newsletter giving details of all meetings, exhibitions and general information that is relevant to artists working across the region. Such information includes:
- opportunities to submit work to exhibit elsewhere
- notification of forthcoming exhibitions and art events
- opportunities for bursaries and grants
- jobs and commission opportunities
- training and seminar days
- exhibition reviews and news of the plans and successes of members
Monthly Meetings
These are held regularly at Broomhill at 8.00pm on the second Wednesday of each month. Members can arrive at 7.00pm to talk with others over a buffet supper prior to the meeting. These suppers are booked by ringing the Broomhill Art Hotel on 01271 850262.
Subjects for the meetings include guest speakers, demonstrations and informal discussions on a wide range of the arts.
Becoming a Member of North Devon Arts
Membership is by an annual subscription of £15.00 per household and automatically includes membership to the ‘Friends of Broomhill’. Under 18's have free subscription. Membership entitles all members of the household to the following benefits:
- Free entry to NDA meetings (non-members welcome at £4.00 per person)
- Opportunity to exhibit in NDA exhibitions
- NDA monthly e-newsletter
- Free entry on the NDA website (www.northdevonarts.co.uk);
- Information about opportunities for artists in the local area
- Access to the NDA network of artists
- Opportunity to gain support and ideas for your artwork
- Free access to the Broomhill Sculpture gardens
- 10% discount to Broomhill's own events
- 10% discount on bar lunches at Broomhill
- Discounts offered by a variety of art related businesses in North Devon
And, with your first subscription, you receive a free book of photographs of the Broomhill Sculpture Gardens.
To join please apply to; North Devon Arts, c/o Sarah Gatehouse, Willowgate House, North Lane, Bickington, Barnstaple, EX31 2JN.
Applications should include; your name and address, telephone number and your e-mail, together with a cheque payable to North Devon Arts for £15.00.
There is an additional fee of £10.00 per year if you wish to have the monthly newsletter printed and posted to you.
