Dive into the world of art with our weekly art fix!
Fête des Bêtes – Folk & Ceilidh
This weekend, join us to celebrate Mabon – the autumn equinox and midpoint between light and dark.
Opening up the weekend are the witty and endlessly funny ‘queens of the music hall’ The Ukuladeez before UK trad outfit Chimera rings out the ceilidh for the rest of the evening. Expect to laugh, dance and have plenty of cider.
On Saturday, The Space Pirates of Rocquaine, Clameur de Haro, and The Button Pushers will kick things off before our headline act We Are The Monster (previously seen at Sark Folk Festival as the Monster Ceilidh Band) close the night with big riffs and world-class folk music.
Throughout the evening you’ll be able to grab a dark ale and head down to The Pit. Songs and storytelling from the likes of The Basement Preachers, Jon Shaban, and Ash Jarman will be on offer for your ears only.
Do not miss out the chance to dance away the final days of summer before the leaves turn to rust and the nights draw to darkness!
Single evening ticket £25 | Weekend Tickets £35
Get your tickets before they’re all gone.
Chévavcherie D’âne at The GateHouse Gallery
This weekend is your last opportunity to enjoy the latest exhibition at The GateHouse Gallery, Elizabeth College.
The showcase is made up of a variety of artworks by 12 wonderful contemporary artists, with a focus on Guernsey’s rich heritage.
The gallery will be open from 10am – 4pm this Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy!
Swimmers and Other Stories by Charlie Buchanan
The latest Art at the Park exhibition is almost here!
Running from Tuesday the 30th of September until Friday the 24th of October, between 10am and 5pm, artist Charlie Buchanan will be showcasing a new collection of work entitled ‘Swimmers and Other Stories’.
Sumptuous colours and graphic presentations – Charlie’s bold style and attention to detail draws in the viewer. Her art tells a story and is entrenched in myth and meaning.
The Art at the Park Gallery is situated within the National Trust of Guernsey’s Folk and Costume Museum, Saumarez Park. It is free entry and accessible-friendly.
Please be aware that the exhibition will close at 2pm on the final day.
Enjoy the show!
Scruffy Boudloe – Kintsugi Workshop
Why not welcome in the month of October by learning a new craft?
Next Friday the 3rd of October from 6:30pm, you can head to Scruffy Boudloe for a fascinating Kintsugi Workshop!
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending the broken pieces with lacquer dusted or mixed with gold, silver, or platinum. It literally means “golden joinery” or “golden repair”. Rather than hiding the damage, kintsugi highlights the repair, emphasizing the object’s history and creating a unique, more beautiful piece.
Come spend a relaxing hour or so learning this amazing art and create something beautiful. All materials will be supplied (including a choice of one piece of crockery) along with refreshments and the important snacks!
Please note that the finished piece should be used for decoration only as it will not be food safe.
Secure your spot today, HERE.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL ARTISTS
The Guernsey Arts Open: SUBMISSIONS OPEN
The Guernsey Arts Open is Open! Come and join in the island’s largest annual showcase of local artistic talent within the visual arts.
Open to all resident artists of any age and experience, the Open celebrates Guernsey’s diverse creativity within the fabulous setting of the George Crossan Gallery.
Submissions are free and can be in any medium – from painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, textiles, illustration, graphics, digital art, film, and more!
The deadline for submissions is next Sunday the 5th of October.
For more information and to submit your entry, head online HERE.
WE WANT TO FEATURE YOU
Are you a creative based in the Bailiwick of Guernsey? We want to feature you!
The local talent page on arts.gg is a fabulous platform to share your own work and discover fellow artists, musicians, writers, poets and performers.
If you’d like to feature on arts.gg, please complete the Google form below or email grace@arts.gg for more information!
Guernsey Arts can’t wait to hear from you.
