Hilliard Society of
Miniaturists: Annual International Exhibition
Saturday 29th May to Sunday 6th June 2010
Free entry
Wheelchair access
THE 2010 EXHIBITION
Town Hall, Market Place, Wells BA5 2RB
Opens Saturday 29th May at 2.00pm
Closes Sunday 6th June at 5pm
Gallery hours: daily 10am to 5pm
This is an opportunity to see around 500 exquisite miniature paintings and sculptures by some of our finest contemporary artists. This exhibition, held annually in the Town Hall in the centre of Wells, is a favourite with many and is greatly enjoyed by those who visit it, whether they be summer visitors who are delighted by such a unique collection of fine works of art, or regular visitors from both home and abroad. Works, amongst which are portraits, landscapes, wildlife, still life, botanical paintings and sculpture, are in many different media and styles.
There will be free teaching sessions and demonstrations throughout the week
ARE YOU A COLLECTOR?
Invitations are available for
collectors who may be interested in attending the Private View on Friday 28th May between 4pm and 6pm. Please contact us
ARE YOU A MINIATURIST?
Both members and non-members may submit to this exhibition. Artist's information can be seen HERE
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
You can download a pdf of conditions of entry HERE. The deadline for receipt of work is Tuesday 6th April.
HERE is a map of Wells showing the Town Hall
EXHIBITION OF FINE RUSSIAN LACQUER MINIATURE WORKThis year sees the return of the extremely popular Russian lacquer boxes. These boxes are hand painted and depict Russian fairy tales in glowing colours, many adorned with real gold leaf paint, using the techniques and materials of the icon masters of the 15th and 16th centuries.
About 40 boxes will be on sale, including top quality boxes by master artists from the villages of Kholui, Fedoskino, Mstiora and Palekh.
For further information see: The Friends of Kholui
THE HILLIARD SOCIETY OF MINIATURISTS
was founded in 1981 by miniaturist Rosalind
Pierson and Sue Burton. Beginning with 20 founder Members the Society now has over 200 Artist and non-painting Friend Members from both here and abroad.
All members enjoy the twice-yearly Newsletter, keeping them in touch with each other, other societies worldwide and with "miniature news" in general.
Join the Hilliard Society as an Artist Member or a Friend Member HERE
NICHOLAS HILLIARD 1547-1619
The first great English portrait miniaturist Nicholas Hilliard trained
as a goldsmith, and painted his first miniature at the age of thirteen.
After a sojourn in France as a very young man, he returned to England and became, at the age of 23, the official portrait miniaturist to the Court of Queen Elizabeth the First.
TRANSPORT
Bus: National Express runs a coach service from London Victoria Coach Station to Wells. the journey takes about 3.5-4 hours.
Train: The nearest train stop is Castle Cary.
Useful website: www.wells-uk.com/
ACCOMMODATION
There are several hotels and "bed and breakfasts" within walking distance of the city centre. Early booking is advisable. Further information is available from the Wells Tourist office, Tel (UK) 1749 672552.
THE CITY OF WELLS, Somerset
The smallest city in England
with its beautiful 13th century Cathedral, Bishop's palace, Vicar's Close, and other
fine ancient buildings provides a superb centre for visiting and exploring
the West country.
CONTACT DETAILS
The Hilliard Society of Miniaturists
Priory Lodge, 7, Priory Road, Wells, Somerset BA5 1SR, UK
Tel +44 (0)1749 674472 (Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9.30am-2.30pm)
e-mail: hilliardsociety@aol.com
