Peter Jackman

Autumn 2013

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John Maltby Peter Jackman

17 A u g - 2 8 S e p
Ask us about the Ashgate Angels preview on 16 Aug

Drinks reception: Fri 30 Aug, 6-8pm

John Maltby is recognised as one of the countrys finest ceramic artists, his figures and creatures holding a wit and profundity that reflect the human condition and are inextricably linked to the English landscape and experience. My work continues to draw its inspiration from the Englishness of my experience. Although many of the subjects re-appear, I place them both in a traditional continuum, yet relevant to my contemporary condition. Peter Jackmans works interpret landscapes and objects within the landscape in a semi-abstract form. His images portray a personal reaction to a place, in addition to elements of the actual scene. Peters work is created by layers of drawing and with graphite, pastels and chalk. These layers are cut through by scratching, scraping and overdrawing to create a complex surface.
John Maltby

Dream Spaces: Alex Dewart and Ursula Leach

1 7 A u g - 2 8 S e p (closed on 14 and 21 Sep) Drinks reception: Fri 30 Aug, 6-8pm
Alex Dewart questions the role of representation in painting, taking inspiration from Christian icon painting, replacing religious figures with a broader set of contemporary icons as well as more general historical figures. Her landscape work uses structures such as bridges which have more symbolic values attached to them. Ursula Leach makes paintings, prints and drawings in response to the chalk landscape of Cranborne Chase. The work is, to some extent, about current agricultural practices, but firstly is about the formal issues of image making. Colour is important as an expression of mood and atmosphere and as an indicator of new and different crops. As climate change takes effect there are dramatic and beautiful changes of colour in the fields.

Alex Dewart

Ursula Leach

Maker in Focus:

Clare Willard
17 Aug - 28 Sep
Clare Willard

Clare Willards work has evolved through an eclectic background covering anthropology, textiles, public art and print. The binding force is an indomitable passion for colour and pattern. She makes hand constructed, one off and limited edition pieces, assembled with a palette of coloured laminate and wood. Work is tailored to the small and intimate, or scaled up to produce striking architectural installations. A constantly evolving visual language transforms the materials into an unusual and eloquent vehicle for colour and line.

Maker in Focus:

Jane Muir
5 Oct 16 Nov
Jane Muir specialises in idiosyncratic hand painted figures representing a witty and uncluttered observation of the world. Figures that stand alone or placed in an architectural landscape are hand modelled, allowing her the freedom to sketch with clay and develop ideas during the making process. Janes figures are not about specific individuals but are a character. Her work has been exhibited widely throughout the UK, Europe, America and Japan.
Jane Muir

personification of the stereotype or archetypal

Rosie Sutcliffe

Autumn Craft Collection

30 Aug 9 Nov Opening reception: Fri 30 Aug, 6-8pm A must see show for all novice and expert collectors of the quality crafts. You are sure to find a perfect, affordable gift or a unique piece to your collection. New crafts by:
Lydia Barclay Laura Baxter Chiara Bet Theo Brooks Vanessa Bullick Ken Eardley Lucy Easton Gabriella Farkas Rowena Gilbert Paul Finch Mirka Golden-Hann Richard Heeley Akiko Hirai Elizabeth Kemp Jo Jo Rowley Jan Lewin-Cadogan Sarah Perry Jill Shaddock Rosie Sutcliffe Charlotte Stockley Machi De Waard Jill Walker

Jan Lewin-Cadogan

Machi De Waard

Vanessa Bullick

Shop for the crafts online www.newashgate.org.uk

Surrey Artist of the Year 2013

Celebrating the talent in the region

5 O c t 17 N ov Opening reception: Fri 4 Oct, 6.30-8pm
Seth Beer, Nicky Chubb, Janet Crook, Elizabeth Ellison, Ulli Kaiser, Iona Mackensie Laycock, Vicky Oldfield, Louisa Sullivan, Ruth Taylor, Malcolm West, Barbara Westwell.

Surrey Artist of the Year Award Ceremony: Fri 25 Oct, 6.30-8pm

The prize is in its fifth year and celebrates the partnership between the New Ashgate Gallery and the Surrey Artists Open Studios.
Each year the exhibition showcases a variety of artwork created in the region. Votes were counted from the Surrey Artists Open Studios summer event and the artists with the most votes have been invited to showcase their work as a part of the exhibition. The public are asked to vote again during the show to choose their three favourite artists. The winning artist will be announced on 25 October and awarded a solo exhibition and a cash prize. The Surrey Artist of the Year is supported by the Patricia Baines Trust.

Tessa Pearson, Winner of 2012 Award

Theatre of Making

Family Workshops with artist Flora Gare

Design and make your own sculpture to take home Workshops for children over 5 years.
Ages 5-12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Make a wonderful wire fish

Sat 14 Sep 10.30am-12.30pm and 12.30pm-2.30pm Location: New Ashgate Gallery 4 including materials

Make a spectacular pop-up drawing

Sat 21 Sep 10.30am-12.30pm and 12.30pm-2.30pm Location: New Ashgate Gallery 4 including materials

Paint a beautiful glass bird

Sat 26 Oct Location: Bungalow Community Centre fully booked

Call to book, 01252 713208. The workshops are supported by Farnham South Street Trust.

Opening hours TuesdaySaturday 10am5pm. Free admission and groups are welcome All exhibition rooms are accessible to wheelchair users. Guide dogs are welcome. We are situated on the edge of Waggon Yard, just off Downing Street.

The New Ashgate Gallery is an educational charity that promotes contemporary visual arts and crafts to as wide a public as possible, through a programme of changing exhibitions, projects with artists, makers, and projects of support and development delivered by the trust with local, regional, national and international partnerships and educational events. New Ashgate Gallery Waggon Yard, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7PS gallery@newashgate.org.uk 01252 713208

Angels and Patrons Friendship Scheme

By donating to the gallery, Angels and Patrons support our charitable activities. By road: Farnham is 11 miles southwest of Guildford, Surrey, and is clearly signposted from the A3, A31, M3 and A287. There is a pay and display car park in front of the Gallery. The adjacent car park has four dedicated disabled parking spaces. By rail: The Farnham Station is served by London Waterloo. The Gallery is a five-minute walk from the station. By bus & coach: Buses run from Farnham to surrounding towns and villages, generally every hour. For enquiries contact Traveline on 0871 2002233 or visit traveline.info
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Patrons receive priority invitations to events and previews of exhibitions and complimentary drinks with artists. In addition, Angels receive 10% discount on art and craftwork purchases for 12 months. You become a Patron for 25 a year or an Angel for an additional 35 per year.

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