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NEW NEWS FAERIE & FANTASY ARTS EVENT 29th NOVEMBER (October update)
World of Froud
With Brian & Wendy Froud. A lecture with slideshow
following the international art careers of Brian & Wendy Froud. Includes
Brian’s career as one of the world’s most famous book illustrators specialising
in Faerie art (including Faeries with Alan Lee, Goblins of Labyrinth
with Terry Jones, Runes of Elfland with Professor Ari Berk). Also includes
his artistic concept work on the films Labyrinth & The Dark Crystal.
Wendy will be talking about her career as puppet maker and protégé of
Jim Henson on The Muppets, also her work on the film
Empire Strikes Back (creator/sculptor of Yoda), her work as sculptor on
the films Labyrinth and Dark Crystal and her career as a fine art sculptor
and writer.
Daughters of Elvin
With Katy Marchant, Steve Tyler, Ricardo Barros.
Fun tutorial and discussion with two of the musicians &
composers from the band and their amazing principal dancer. The musicians
will give a talk about the band, baroque music, medieval music & dance.
They will give demonstrations of the instruments, talk about the Commedia
d'el Arte style masks used in the performances, and dancer Ricardo Barros
will give demonstrations of Elizabethan courtly dance. A fully costumed
demonstration.
Terri Windling & Howard Gayton
Did you know that Faerietales were originally not written for children? Terri Windling, writer of over 40 books of folklore and faerietale, and winner of 9 world book awards will guide us through the adult role in faerietales… a place filled with passions, danger and morality lessons… a place of the good, the bad and the ugly! Actor and Commedia d’el Arte performer Howard Gayton will act various roles. (lecture only seen before in New York & at one other UK venue!)
Elizabeth-Jane
Baldry
Rare British Faerietales and from Faerietale to Film. International concert harpist and film-maker Elizabeth- Jane will give a talk on what happens to faerietales that don’t get told, that don’t get published, that don’t get made into cartoons… they disappear! Elizabeth-Jane will give examples of these rare faerie and folktales, talk about her mission as film-maker and director preserving these amazing tales in the medium of film. Presentation will include film stills, trailers of the new films and costumes from films currently in post production.
Various artists
Women in the Faerie Arts. Women have always been
a vibrant, successful part of the faerie/fantasy arts… historically to
the present day. This will be an informal discussion with some of our
women artists, performers &
craftspeople. They will discuss the influences on their work- poetry,
the Pre-Raphaelites, Victorian faerie culture, folklore, spirituality,
etc. Probable artists- Linda Ravenscroft (international illustrator and
writer of How to Draw and Paint series of books), Beck Sian (songwriter
who uses the poems of Keats, Yeats, Tennyson),
Elizabeth-Jane Baldry (musician, film-maker). Facilitated by Kelly Martinez
(sculptor, jewellery designer, fantasy hair & make-up/costume concept
designer).
Wendy Andrew
Luna Moon Hare- A Journey Through the Seasons. Artist and author Wendy will guide us through a visual journey through the seasons using Luna Moon Hare… a beautiful character from her book. This enchanting visual feast and following Q&A session is an absolute joy!
Emily Carding
Artist and writer Emily will talk us through the imagery of her latest intriguing venture… the Transparent Tarot! Using the deck she will hold a Q&A session about her work on this fascinating art project.
Jacqui & Kelly Martinez
A Journey to the Realm. Take a guided visualisation
into the realm of Faerie, find who your Faerie guide is, find Faerie
treasure…. Rejoin this Realm, discuss who you met and what you saw…. & take
a real gift from the otherworld.... this is what it is to be a visionary
artist!
More Art and Craft Workshops... Yet to be confirmed
At the event there will also be a unique opportunity to watch some of the world’s greatest artists at work on new pieces while at the exhibition!
Josephine Wall
Josephine, one of the world’s most famous surrealist Fantasy artists will be bringing her latest artwork to paint at the exhibition. A chance to see this incredible artist at work. Josephine is also happy to chat about her art, influences, and work. Don’t miss this unique opportunity… it is VERY rare that Josephine ever paints in public!!!
Marc Potts
Marc Potts, internationally famous fine artist working within the genre of Faerie and the Visionary arts, folklorist and writer, will be drawing goblins and dragons while at the event. Marc’s work is inspired by the natural & ‘unnatural’world around him… see if you can spot the creatures that inspire this much sought after artist’s work! A chance NOT to be missed to watch this artist’s artist at work!
Terry English Feature Film Armourer Terry
will be at the exhibition! Chat to Terry about his work on Harry Potter,
King Arthur, Gladiator, Merlin and SO much more. Terry will
also be selling jewellery made with off cuts from the armour he created
for Harry Potter! Each piece comes with a certificate of authentication!
Gary Williamson Stone carver of mythological
subjects, Gary will be carving naturally shed red deer antler while
at the exhibition. Watch Gary carve goddesses from the antlers!
Katy Jones Watch artist Katy at work on her
art. Katy makes people into Faeries and Elves… working from photographs
of course! A talented pyrographer she will also be
customising her wood work to order. Why not bring along a photograph and
talk to Katy about being painted as your Faerie or fantasy dream character!
Sharon Hurst Watercolorist Sharon will be
painting while at the exhibition… a real treat!
Sue Clyne Visionary artist Sue will be bringing
new work to the exhibition… watch her at work on her latest creation.
Beck Sian Songwriter & musician Beck
will be making impromptu Performances throughout the day!
Other artists/ performers/ craftspeople, artisans in attendance… bringing their work and art merchandise… all are happy to meet and chat!
Ian Daniels……………. Internationally
famous illustrator of books ie horror, myth, folklore, fantasy, sci-fi,
childrens
Iris Millward………….. Creator of handmade
tiles embellished with hand painted poetry and mythological beasts
Alexandra Dawe……… Watercolorist
Kerry Biggadyke…….... Fine architectural
artist & draughtswoman specialising in gothic and medieval buildings
Shaunagh Radcliffe…… Children’s illustrator,
ballerina
Chris Down…………… Digital artist & specialist
in Celtic knotwork design for many publishing houses
Esther Remmington…… Artist
Geraldine Finnon……… Felt sculpture artist
Helen Rich…………….. Venetian mask maker
Ali Van Dam………….. Hand bound books and
journals with a fantasy twist
Tracey Walshaw………. Mosaic artist, writer
Jane Elliot………………Former costumier English
National Opera, Chinese Circus. Jane is bringing her own collection
of hand made clothes and accessories
Morgaine……………….Charcoal & graphite
artist
Julie Carter…………….Artist, songwriter,
sculptor…craftswoman collaborating with
Carol Douglas…………Precious metal clay sculptor
Sue Rawley……………Pewter worker
Tamara Newman……...Artist
Jill Dinn……………….Artist using lightwork
and crystals
Diane Melanie…………Artist and craftswoman
Tez Cabrera……………Polymer clay doll maker
Jo Wilson……………. .Lino cut printmaker
Samantha Marks……....Pewter artist
Kate Culahan………….Ballerina
Linda Goss……………Choreographer, Ballet Teacher
(Bolshoi, Royal Ballet, Netherlands Dance Theatre and more)
Rupert Elford…………Entertainer, circus skills.
Eve Wignall…………..Feature film hair & make-up
artist (including The Mummy, The Other Boleyn Girl, Elizabeth the Golden
Age, Merlin. Emmy nominee)
Kelly Martinez………. Jewellery designer
creator, poet, fantasy hair & make-up/costume concept designer.
Jacqui Martinez………textile artist, jewellery
designer, costume designer maker.
STOP PRESS!!! STOP PRESS!!! STOP PRESS!!!
SATURDAY IS CHILDREN’S DAY!!!!!!!!!
We have been offered so many wonderful ideas by our amazing friends that we have decided to dedicate Saturday to children!!! Yippeeeeee! Some of the things confirmed so far…..
(workshops etc individually priced!)
***Goblin Masks and Faerie Wings! A children’s workshop for 5 years upwards. Decorate your very own beautiful Faerie wings and Goblin masks. All wings, masks, materials and Faerie cakes provided! ..................................£6.50 per child (includes 1 adult)
***Afternoon Tea and Tales with Elizabeth-Jane Baldry! A Faerie tea party with harpist to the Faerie court Elizabeth-Jane… hear her tales of magic and wonder, create art, and join the fun! ..................................................£5.00 per child
***Children’s Christmas Shopping Marketplace with gifts, goodies, books, collectables, kits, costumes etc
***Face painting all day of course!!!!
***Chagford Filmmaking Group presents 3 of their amazing short films, to be screened back to back for the first time ever!!!! NOT TO BE MISSED! The films of this incredible and exciting film-making company are unsurpassable in their sheer magic and enchantment! Where else could you find a film-making company where Brian and Wendy Froud & Alan Lee help with artistic concept, and company director is Harpist to the Faerie Court?! Screening begins at 3 pm! To be shown are:
POTTLE O’BRAINS CHILDE ROWLAND CHERRY OF ZENNOR
(suitable for all age groups from littlies to grandparents!!!!!)
GROWN UPS ALSO WELCOME!!!!
tickets £5.00 each
To book tickets, or just for a general chat about the event call Ethera Gallery and speak to Kelly or Jacqui
Telephone 10.30am - 5.00pm 01803 839333
Alternatively e-mail: ethereality@btinternet.com