catmose arts gallery exhibitions

The gallery is taking part in the Rutland Open Studios, which takes place over four weekends starting 21 June until 13 July.

The exhibition brings together work by nine artists to show the face and figure in a number of mediums to illustrate the range of opportunities available from this versatile subject. Artists exhibiting include Jan Burridge (Ceramic), Mo Gardner (Bronze, Stone & Clay), Philip Cox (Paper), Jill Booth (Paper), David Keenan (Glass), Gordon Meeton (Wood), Jon Williams (Ceramic), and finally two local portrait painters Alastair Adams RP and Paul Wright.

The work of VCC GCSE 3D students will also be exhibited alongside as part of their 'Faces and Figures' project. Work for sale.

Final Year Show 2008
26 June – 12 July.
Private view: 25 June 4pm-8pm

End of year show for GCSE Art students from Casterton Business & Enterprise College, Uppingham Community College and the Vale of Catmose College. This exhibition gives Rutland’s youth an opportunity to display work to peers and the public, and encourages a sense of pride and achievement

Spotlight 6: Five Local Artists
18 July – 30 August Preview: Thursday 17 July 4pm - 9pm

Returning for its sixth year to celebrate the breadth and talent of artists working in and around Rutland. This year’s show spotlights the wonderful and diverse work of five established local artists working in a range of media. All work for sale.

Diane E Hall, Bisbrooke: Textile Artist

John Hall, Oakham: Printer Winner of Rutland Art Prize 2007

Ann Dunphy, Oakham: Painter

Rob Fogell, Stamford: Sculptor www.robfogell.co.uk

Carry Akroyd, Bourne: Painter/Printmaker www.carryakroyd.co.uk

Green Thinking
5 – 20 September. Preview: Thursday 4 September 4pm - 9pm

Explore the quiet and dark gallery along pathways of large willow trees, small clay boats, tipees and creative writing, with the aim of contemplating environmental issues that affect us all.

Created by students from Rutland’s three community colleges with artist Nita Rao and Renga poet Subhadassi, students were able to contemplate nature’s fragility and appreciate our unstable environment through creative processes.

A series of events/talks by experts to accompany the exhibition are being planned.

The exhibition was created in partnership with, and funded by, Rutland Friends of the Earth.

Next Generation: A-Level to Art Foundation
24 October – 8 November. Preview: 23 October 4pm - 8pm

An exhibition of selected work by Fine Art, Design, Graphics, Sculpture & Ceramics, Textiles, Photography and Multi-Media students from The Rutland College, Stamford College, Leicester College and Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College. The exhibition demonstrates the high quality and wide range of work studied on A-Level, BTEC and Foundation Studies courses - courses that produce the UK’s next generation of creative professionals.

Open 6
14 November – 20 December. Preview 13 November 4pm - 9pm

In its sixth year the ever popular annual Open exhibition returns with a showcase of inspiring artworks, including paintings, prints, sculptures and ceramics. With a wide range of interesting and affordable pieces on display, there’ll be something to suit all tastes and pockets.

Open 6 is an opportunity for visitors to see some of the regions most talented artists and designer-makers, including work by both up-and-coming and established artists. So come along and find something extraordinary for Christmas or simply treat yourself!

Application forms from the college

Submission: Saturday 25 & Monday 27 October.

Making art affordable, we now offer the Own Art scheme. The Own Art loan scheme is designed to make it easy and affordable for everyone to buy original, high quality contemporary art and craft. You can borrow up to £2,000, or as little as £100, to be paid back in equal instalments over a period of 10 months – interest free*
Please ask for details, call 0845 300 6200 or go to www.artscouncil.org.uk/ownart.

* Typical 0% APR

Catmose Gallery is a licensed broker of Own Art loans. Registered address: Vale of Catmose College, Cold Overton Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6NU.