Saturday Programme
On this page you will find basic information about the Saturday programme of events, where we meet, upcoming dates of sessions, and the contact details of the lead person for this group.
On the 'Previous Saturday Meetings' page (link at the bottom of this page or via the drop down under Saturday Programme) you will find further details about each past meeting that will help to give you a flavour of what we do.
On the 'Previous Saturday Meetings' page (link at the bottom of this page or via the drop down under Saturday Programme) you will find further details about each past meeting that will help to give you a flavour of what we do.
About The Programme
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This programme of activities is for members of the society to meet and share experiences as artists, learn new skills and techniques, as well as making new friends!
The topics we cover in the Saturday Group generally focus on fine art which includes painting, drawing, some basic printing, and collage, for example, but we also aim to increase our overall appreciation of art in a wider sense too. Sessions may include visiting artists demonstrating their techniques and /or talking about their approach in their work, workshops led by visiting artists or members own workshops where we all work together on a particular topic. We also run outdoor painting days in the summer and two or three gallery visits throughout the year. The programme of workshops / demonstrations occur two Saturday afternoons per month for 9 months of the year. The outdoor days are planned one per month during June, July and Aug, and the gallery visits as and when during the year. We also have an annual Christmas Lunch at a restaurant which is a great occasion to socialise and get to know people better. |
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Where We Meet
The Saturday Programme sessions generally meet at the venue below, unless otherwise stated in the programme.
Moldgreen United Reformed Church Hall,
319 Old ~Wakefield Road,
Moldgreen,
Huddersfield.
HD5 8AA
The outdoor painting sessions are arranged at various interesting rural and urban sites around Huddersfield, often with an indoor area allocated to the group, with toilet and refreshment facilities.
The gallery visits are arranged at various galleries in Yorkshire, often with a mini bus hired for some people to travel together, whilst others might take their own car.
Moldgreen United Reformed Church Hall,
319 Old ~Wakefield Road,
Moldgreen,
Huddersfield.
HD5 8AA
The outdoor painting sessions are arranged at various interesting rural and urban sites around Huddersfield, often with an indoor area allocated to the group, with toilet and refreshment facilities.
The gallery visits are arranged at various galleries in Yorkshire, often with a mini bus hired for some people to travel together, whilst others might take their own car.
What time do we meet?
The Saturday Programme sessions are 1.00pm - 4.30 pm
The outdoor painting days are usually arranged 10am - 3pm approx, but some people may just attend for a morning or afternoon.
The gallery visits are usually a full day from approx 10am - 3pm.
The outdoor painting days are usually arranged 10am - 3pm approx, but some people may just attend for a morning or afternoon.
The gallery visits are usually a full day from approx 10am - 3pm.
Cost and Additional Notes
The subs for a Saturday afternoon session are generally £5 although occasionally more is suggested for some workshops. This is to cover the hire of the hall, refreshments, and to go towards the visiting artists' fees.
The subs for the outdoor painting days are generally £5 which goes towards covering the cost of the room hire.
The subs for the gallery visits are agreed per visit depending on the cost of the mini bus for those who want to use that facility.
All these sessions are for members of the society, but guests may visit for a one off session to see if what we offer is suitable for them. Please contact the particular session lead below to arrange a date!
The subs for the outdoor painting days are generally £5 which goes towards covering the cost of the room hire.
The subs for the gallery visits are agreed per visit depending on the cost of the mini bus for those who want to use that facility.
All these sessions are for members of the society, but guests may visit for a one off session to see if what we offer is suitable for them. Please contact the particular session lead below to arrange a date!
For More Information
Saturday Programme: Jo Sykes on 07841826332 or joannesykes@virginmedia.com
Outdoor Painting Days and Gallery Visits: David Whiting on 07981200395 or davidwhitinghas@yahoo.com
Outdoor Painting Days and Gallery Visits: David Whiting on 07981200395 or davidwhitinghas@yahoo.com
2023 Programme
Further details for each event will be sent by email to members a week before each event, listing any equipment people will need to bring with them on the day.
Saturday 7th October 1.30 - 4.30pm Demonstration and Workshop with Rachel Sykes on Colour Block Painting Techniques Saturday 21st October 1.30 - 4.30pm Sketchbook Practice as an Artist, with Jo Blaker. Saturday 4th November 1.30 - 4.30pm Focus on Life Drawing with the Society's Life Drawing Group and a live, clothed model. Saturday 18th November 1.30-4.30pm Demonstration Painting Atmospheric Landscapes with Christine Kirton Saturday 2nd December 1.30- 4.30pm Member's Own Workshop Expressive Ways of Painting Snow Saturday 9th December 12 noon Christmas Lunch at Fenay Bridge - details coming out soon |