Patchings Art Centre - Events & Concert Program

Concerts and Events for 2007

Art School Programme January - December 2007 Published each year is our programme of courses and workshops in a variety of medium for all levels ability. This also includes details of our popular Children’s Activity Courses for school holidays. Patchings is an AEB centre for the teaching and examination of A level Art. Continuing in 2007 is our own Patchings Diploma, a post A level course for those who want to develop their skills and take on new challenges. Click here to go to Patchings Art School web site for more details.
	PAINTING HOLIDAY TO DEIA Monday 23rd to Friday 27th April. With the luxurious base of the 4 star Es Molie Hotel Deia Mallorca as the location for this year’s painting holiday, we hope to be fully stimulated by our surroundings. The holiday includes private transfers from Patchings and to the hotel, flights, half board 4 star hotel, materials and tuition from Liz and Chas. Please enquire for further information and details of future Painting Days and Holidays.
ART SCHOOL OIL & WATERCOLOUR EXHIBITION Saturday 5th May - Monday 7th May Pavilion 10 am to 4 pm. Once again during the first term this year the advanced classes of both watercolour and oil have been working on the same subject, sharing technique and approach. Our subject has been the work of Cézanne as we have considered his approach to the variety of subjects he painted. The long weekend exhibition in the Pavilion is a selection of the term's work and is certain to make a colourful and exciting show.
	STUDIO ARTISTS - A DAY OF CELEBRATION Bank Holiday Monday - 7th May A busy day at Patchings and a chance for visitors to see both the exhibition above and visit our team of studio artists. Each year this day is set aside for our talented group to welcome new and existing customers and visitors.
PATCHINGS ART, CRAFT and DESIGN FESTIVAL 2007 Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th June (In its 14th year) A showcase of talent with an emphasis on exhibitors demonstrating and selling individually designed and crafted work. We welcome over 150 internationally respected artists, which includes a full programme of celebrity artists, with demonstrations by Ann Blockley, David Bellamy, Mike Chaplin, Keith Fenwick, and Charles Evans. Plus a programme of Guest Artists. Visitors can meet David Curtis, Shirley Trevena, Peter Welton and Ann Blockley. Admission by ticket only Click here for more details.
	ART CLUB FESTIVAL EXHIBITION 7th - 30th June Displayed in the Pavilion Opening with the Festival, an exhibition of current work by Club Members in the Pavilion.
PAINTING DAY WELLS NEXT THE SEA, NORFOLK Sunday 15th July A day painting on the Norfolk coast with a stop en route for coffee at Sandringham. To include executive coach travel from Patchings, an introductory video, all materials and tuition by Liz and Chas. This is suitable for all levels of ability and non painting partners are welcome. Further details in the Art School Programme.
	PASTEL WORKSHOP Saturday 21st July An opportunity to try painting in soft pastels. Tutor Dee Cowell. Sponsored by Daler Rowney. Free Admission; details published later.
TEDDY BEAR FAIR Bank Holiday Monday 27TH August Pavilion & Log Cabin : 10 am to 4.00pm The second of the two annual Fairs promoting the well being of Teddies. A wide range of stands and exhibitors – all to do with Teddy Bears. Admission and parking are both free.
	PATCHINGS CHRISTMAS MARKET Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th November 10 am to 4.00 pm ALL GALLERIES A wide range of artists and craft workers whose professional standards provide this special opportunity of buying for Christmas. The event has over 50 exhibitors placed throughout the Centre. Seasonal refreshments will be available in the Barn Restaurant and the Pavilion. Free admission and parking.
CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT SINFONIA CHORALE directed by RICHARD RODDIS Sunday 9th December 7.30pm Seasonal music and readings lead by Sinfonia Chorale, one of the regions finest choirs, directed by Richard Roddis. Tickets: £8 full and £7 concessions. (Including a glass of wine and mince pie.)
	WORKING WITH SCHOOLS Introducing and inspiring children and young people towards the value of art and craft activities is something Patchings actively pursues. Our team of tutors regularly provide creative workshops in a variety of medium to many schools across the region. These sessions can be linked to key stages and curriculum subjects. Inset days are also popular with schools as our tutors work with teaches to extend their opportunities and technique in classroom art and craft sessions. Further details available ... Email : schools@patchingsartcentre.co.uk Phone : 0115 9653479 Address : Patchings Art Centre Patchings Farm Oxton Road Calverton Nottingham NG14 6NU
ART SCHOOL PROGRAMME Published each year is our programme of courses and workshops in a variety of medium for all levels of ability. This also includes details of our popular Children’s Activity Courses for school holidays. Patchings is an AQA centre for the teaching and examination of A level Art and our own Patchings Diploma, which is a post A level course for those who want to develop their skills and enjoy the opportunity of new challenges.
	ABOUT PATCHINGS In August 2007 Patchings will be 19 years old. The privately owned family business began in 1988 with the restoration of a series of redundant farm buildings and a small plot of land for car park. These originally housed a gallery, pottery, framing and art materials area and a restaurant. Development of the Centre was in most cases unplanned, as neighbouring properties and land unexpectedly became available. But like many such opportunities they only come once. The Pavilion and grounds were opened by the Duke of Gloucester in 1981, the cottage development of Garden Rooms, the log cabin and farmhouse studios opened in subsequent years. Patchings continues to work towards its original aims of promoting the enjoyment and Participation in art and will hopefully provide our visitors with creative inspiration and enjoyable experiences.
FACILITIES AT THE CENTRE. Many additional activities take place at Patchings and the various sized facilities means groups of up to 150 can be comfortably accommodated. The Pavilion and private terrace make an ideal setting for weddings, parties, conferences and indeed any special occasion. Art and craft sessions and corporate activity days can be organized for groups, work teams, friends or children making an enjoyable and stimulating experience. Studio Workshops. A team of self employed professional artists work from individual studios undertaking commissions etc., Accommodation. Patchings has three twin en suit ground floor rooms, known as the Garden Rooms. These operate on a room only basis with facilities of the restaurant available as required. We are here to support and expand your creative ideas . . .