Random Acrylics June Exhibition in Wickersley

Great opportunity to secure some original, abstract art that is ready to hang for just £30 from Wickersley based Pete Thornton-Smith who is collaborating with the local library services of Rotherham.

"Offering members of the community the chance to view these exciting and vibrant paintings"Wickersley Library are pleased to present a free exhibition of ‘Random Acrylics’ in June courtesy of local artist Pete Thornton-Smith. The exhibition takes place in the library from June 3rd until the 28th with a wide range of styles and techniques on display. Libraries and Neighbourhood Hubs Officer Kirsty French said, “We are very excited to be able to offer the chance to view these exciting and vibrant paintings to members of the community”.

Pete will also be running two free ‘Saturday Starter Workshops’ on June 8th and the 22nd in the Media Room. He will reveal the benefits of working with acrylics compared with other mediums how you can start a painting yet have no idea of what the result will be and how to use weird household objects to create a layered and even textured picture. There will also be a couple of anecdotes explaining how potential disasters were turned around and the joy that that can create. Fair to say that mental health benefits when that happens. You will leave with enough knowledge as regards techniques and kit plus inspiration to carry on back at home.

Numbers are strictly limited mind, so you need to ring the library on 01709 544134 to reserve your free place. Materials will be supplied, and hot and cold drinks are available as well. Pete added “I really appreciate the support being given by Kirsty and the Library Services for this event and hope you will support them. I will be on site each Tuesday at 10am as well if you fancy a chat”. Pete is a member of the SAA (Supporting All Artists) and has been inspired by Mathew Palmer, Bill Lupton and John Connelly over the years.

A free exhibition with workshops of ‘Random Acrylics’ in June courtesy of local artist Pete Thornton-Smith. The exhibition takes place in the library from June 3rd until the 28th with a wide range of styles and techniques on display. Just select a convenient date and come join us.