24 May 2013

St Donats art show

Congratulations to Heather. Her lovely tide-line drawing, at the Glamorgan Heritage Coast exhibition, has been sold.


Drawing at Lavernock

We had a great morning drawing at Lavernock Battery. Fine weather, interesting location and a family joined in with our sketching session!!!


18 May 2013

Celebrating The Glamorgan Heritage Coast

You are invited to attend an evening viewing at St Donats Arts Centre on Tuesday 21 May 2013 from 7-9pm

Celebrating The Glamorgan Heritage Coast
An exhibition showcasing a collection of artists who have been inspired by the beautiful and mesmerising Glamorgan Heritage Coast. Enjoy a diverse range of paintings, photography, textiles, ceramics, poetry, film and music as well as meet the artists.

17 May 2013

Drawing at Lavernock Battery

A special location for some interesting drawing on Sunday 19th May.
Park and meet next to the church at Lavernock Point at 11am.
It's a short walk to the nature reserve and path to the battery area.
Also nearby is the Marconi Club for coffee etc.
Event arranged by Heather

Lavernock Battery stands isolated and abandoned high above the Penarth costline at the northern most point of a chain of defences across the Bristol Channel. These concrete remains are part of an anti-aircraft defence system built during World War II.

12 May 2013

2 more meetings at The Lansdowne

Another two CDG meetings have been booked at The Lansdowne Pub.
Thursday 30 May 2013 and Tuesday 25 June 2013 both at 7pm.

Please bring drawing stuff and something to keep you still and occupied when you (voluntarily) 'pose' for 15 minutes!!!!!

The Lansdowne Pub, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1PU Tel: 02920221312

8 May 2013

Drawings Online

Follow this link to an online show and auction of drawings -
DRAWING BIENNIAL 2013 at THE DRAWING ROOM
over 200 artists drawing in any medium on A4 size paper

3 May 2013

Amazing pencilwork

Japanese artist Nagai Hideyuki uses light, shadow, and perspective to create optical illusions. Prop up his sketchbook and view from an angle to see his images turn into 3D. Lots of info, pictures and videos on the web.

Tea & Cake Tuesday












7 May at Ffotogallery, Penarth for The Time Machine 11am – 5pm

14 May at Milkwood Gallery, Cardiff for Wild Oats 11am – 5pm


FREE - drop-in for a chat about the exhibitions over tea and cake. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to guide you through the artists’ work. Tea and cake provided.