Bright future for the ‘WAGS’

Juanita Faint in the studio...

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Free Times arts contributor KAZ THORPE chatted with the Warwick Artists Group about their plans for 2021…

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2020 looked promising with a multitude of workshops and activities booked and then COVID-19 virtually closed the studio down for most of the year. The Warwick Artists Group (WAGS) is determined that nothing will stop them this year.

A full programme is already planned commencing with “Nibbles, Bubbles and Splash” with Juanita Faint on 23rd January where you will create your own beach scene in an afternoon, accompanied by food and wine. No experience necessary! Want to learn about acrylic painting? Juanita’s popular Friday afternoon workshop recommences on Friday 15th January. John Lovett, a highly acclaimed Australian artist working in oils, watercolour and mixed media is presenting a three day workshop on the 5th, 6th and 7th of February that is already booked out. Interested in printmaking? Why not join the regular Wednesday group? Maybe textiles is more your style? Join Dorothy Devine and the Warwick textile creatives every second Thursday. And much more to come with more renown artists widening your artistic horizons! WAGS welcomes your suggestions.

With WAGS Annual General Meeting on the horizon (27th February at 2pm) a fresh Committee will be focussed on re-envisioning the group. WAGS is seeking new members and old to bring new ideas, enthusiasm and energy to the group. As Pat Stevenson, secretary said, people can paint at home but there is no substitute for the inspiration and fulfilment gained from sharing your artistic vision with like-minded others. WAGS has a great social vibe. Current president, Juanita Faint, adds “to be creative all you have to do is make a start”.

The Secretary of the Warwick Artists Group, Pat Stevenson, can be contacted on 0451 374 605 or warwickartistsgroup@gmail.com.

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