Artwave Article, Saltdean Townswomen’s Guild Article

Local artists Julie Dean Giles, Richard Dean and Aimee Harman are delighted and excited to be opening their doors this September for the Artwave festival in Peacehaven. They welcome back old friends and new to see artwork displayed in its natural surroundings (a home) without gallery prices. They are part of the Havens Trail which incorporates Peacehaven, Newhaven, Denton and South Heighton a map can be found on LDC website. Aimee's listing is No. 76, The Blue Bee garage gallery, 8 The Sheepfold, Peacehaven, BN10 8EG. Julie Dean Giles and Richard Dean - listed as No. 77, Slindon Arts Group – 51 Slindon Avenue, Peacehaven, BN10 8ET.

Her public art can be seen in and around Peacehaven, offering guests the chance to experience the 'walking bus' to view her mosaic work as you walk from her venue to Julie's venue twice a day. The bus guide is a comedy actor dressed as a nun named Sister Nun Ofthat. (see website for more information and times)

Aimee will be opening her new garage as a gallery; at her home, there will be workshops in felting by Eve Kelly and mosaics throughout the day. There will be art, soaps, candles, jewellery and felt art for sale that is unlike anything you have ever seen.

Aimee's opening times are each weekend from 11:00 am 6:00 pm and Wednesdays 11:00 am - 6:00 pm from 3�� – 18�� September. www.aimeeharman.com Richard's artwork will feature his unique metal sculptures and designs that incorporate elements of nature. www.rjdean.co.uk. Julie will show her realistic animal/pet portraits and acrylic abstracts. Three other artists are also exhibiting, Elaine Knight, Ian Knight and Liz Howe have produced wonderful pieces for display. These include, a selection of items made from cloth handwoven on a rigid heddle loom; a variety of vibrant acrylic and mixed media paintings; hand-stitched leather goods using traditional techniques; original handcrafted silver jewellery with beautiful designs drawn from nature, plus a wide selection of handmade cards in a variety of media. Opening times are weekends 3�� & 4��; 10�� & 11��; 17�� & 18�� , 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Both venues will be offering refreshments of tea, coffee and cakes which can be enjoyed in the gardens.

Saltdean Townswomen’s Guild

Showing off our Townswomen’s Colours Written by Diane – on behalf of Saltdean Townswomen’s Guild

Showing off our Townswomen’s Colours Seems a while back now, but over the Queen’s Jubilee weekend in June, our Guild was on show, and didn't we look good!

The Saltdean Lido Committee had an exhibition over the Jubilee weekend, showing how the Lido building will look when it is completed, hopefully, next year. This landmark, iconic 1930's building, is now, being refurbished, the local community and the Lido committee has been doing a great job of raising and finding funds to get this underway.

Also on show in the exhibition marquee were local charities and groups and that is where we stepped in. Our Chair, Audrey and Cecily made a display stand, showing some of the activities and work we do. Audrey also made sashes in TG colours, Elaine made hatbands, Diane organised the literature and Susan did lots of lifting and driving….a real committee effort.

During the day, Friday 3�� June, we had further help on the stand from our members and as it was sunny and warm a few were considering going into the pool for a swim!

What was even better, we had time to find out about other local groups and spread the word about TG, some ladies we talked to had never heard of it, so our publicity was very worthwhile. The Saltdean Guild is a group of women of various ages, we are welcoming and inclusive, and will welcome you. Apart from visiting speakers, we have social events, and guild activities such as the Lunch Club, Games and Canasta afternoons, a Natural Health and Wellbeing Group and we are always open to new activities. We are looking for a leader to organise a walking group, is that you?

If you are not yet a member please come and join us at our monthly meeting on the second Wednesday of the month at St. Martin’s Church Hall, Longridge Avenue, Saltdean at 2:00 pm and connect with local women!

Contact Audrey (01273 303596), Elaine (01273 302375) or Diane (01273 640895) for more details and become part of the camaraderie and friendship that goes with being a member. Read more about TG on the internet at www.the-tg.com