Events

Below is the full list of Beach Creative events. Check back regularly for updates.

Workshops

Open Day

Date: 23 March.

Saturday 23 March, 10am to 4pm. Free taster sessions delivered by our workshop tutors in Studio 3. Most artists studios will be open, galleries open and sale of art materials. Shelanne will talk about her art class between 10am and 1pm. There will be an informal introduction and short presentation with questions and answer session regarding the content of workshops.

Art Workshop

Date: On-going.

An opportunity to explore your creativity and ideas, having the benefit from a group dynamic, mentoring and guidance from Shelanne. Share ideas, thoughts, progression and processes. Explore different styles and methods of working - drawing, collage, painting and mixed media, to create your own personal vision. Work alongside others and have 1:1 tuition. Basic materials are provided. 2 hour session £10, paid termly. Wednesdays 10:30-12:30. Contact Shelanne 07980 354360.

Life Drawing

Date: On-going.

Weekly life drawing sessions at Beach Creative. There is no instruction but a different model each week. We alternate between male and female. Easels & Boards provided. Numbers limited to 15. Contact Penny Jackson 01227 741842 or penny.jackson@thway.org.uk

Calligraphy Workshops

Date: On-going.

If you would like to try this beautiful art, please join us. Some equipment needed. Thursdays 11am to 1pm. £6 per hour (2 hours per week). Contact Graham Boniface 07765 034908.

Creative Writing Course

Date: Tuesday 7 May to Tuesday 18 June (excluding 28 May).

This is a six week course from Tuesday 7 May to Tuesday 18 June (excluding 28 May). For those who have always wanted to write but don't know where to start. The programme looks at several aspects of creative writing, autobiography, short stories, poetry etc. The course costs £39 to be paid in the first session. What you will need: A4 pad, a pen, access to a word processor or photo copier (you will need several copies of your work for the class to function). Aim: To write something you are proud of! Please book your place by contacting Kate on 01227 768552 or kmpierpoint@gmail.com.

Family Workshops

Date: During School Holidays.

Re-Craft Workshops - Come and re-imagine; Re-Create; Re-use; recycled materials found and beach combed objects into wonderful new creations in exciting experimental ways. Combined Beach Clean/Craft Workshops package available. Workshops are adaptable for adults, children, or mixed age and ability. Contact Karen 07525 832875 or karentribe@hotmail.com.

Beach-Combing Workshop

Date: Easter.

Beach Clean followed by craft workshop using cleaned beach-combed objects. Design and construct a Bottle Boat using recycled materials, prize for best design. Design and construct a Time Machine using recycled materials, prize for best design. Dates and times to be confirmed, for up to date information see www.shoreisaloadofrubbish.com. For information contact Karen 07525 832875 or karentribe@hotmail.com.

Sewn to Last

Date: Private or group tuition is available and commissions taken on request.

Rachel is the creator of Sewn to Last; a vintage fashion designer and seamstress. Teaching courses in Vintage Dress Sewing, Sewing for Beginners and Pattern Cutting. Private or group tuition is available and commissions taken on request. New course - Sew a Vintage Dress in Six Weeks. For more information visit www.facebook.com/SewnToLast or email sewntolast@yahoo.co.uk.

Drawing Workshops

Date: Saturdays 1 and 15 June, 1-3pm.

Saturday 1 and 15 June, 1-3pm. Resident artist Paul Mitchell is holding workshops aiming to look at drawing techniques. Suitable for all abilities/styles/interests. Contact Paul, 07716 309300 or paulartist@msn.com.

Painting Workshops

Date: Saturdays 9 and 23 June, 1-3pm.

Resident artist Paul Mitchell will be exploring the different methods and techniques that will help to build confidence. Everyone welcome, with or without experience. Contact Paul, 07716 309300 or paulartist@msn.com.

Exhibitions

Please note for Open Exhibitions the cost of submission for all exhibitions: 2D and 3D works £5 up to 24 inches// £10 up to 36 " in any dimension (larger works - price on application).

Love Where You Live

Date: 18 -26 March. Private View Saturday 23 March. 6.30pm - 8.30pm.

CT6 Contemporary Art Group. A selection of paintings/prints/sculptures/installations all celebrating the wider aspect of place.

Triple Exposure

Date: 27 March - 2 April.

A fascinating look through the lens of 3 contemporary photographers.

Herne Bay Art Group

Date: 3-9 April.

A selection of acrylic and watercolour paintings.

Adventures In Time. Open Exhibition.

Date: 10-30 April.

Handing in: Saturday 6 April 10am to 4pm. Collection of sold and unsold work: Tues 30 April 4-7pm.

Helen Wilde and Terry Sole

Date: 1-14 May.

An exhibition of paintings, prints and sculptures with invited Artists.

The Face of UCA

Date: 15-21 May.

Creative and innovative portraits by UCA's Foundation students.

Curiosity

Date: 22-28 May.

UCA students with links to the Turner.

South East Open Studio Preview Show

Date: 29 May - 4 June.

Selection of works, by the Artists taking part in the Open Studios across the south east of Kent. From 7-23 June 2013. Also Meet the Artists Saturday 1 June 1-4pm.

"Spaced Out" Sci-Fi open Exhibition

Date: 5-18 June.

Handing in: Sunday 2 June - 10am - 4pm. Collection of sold and unsold work : Tues 18 June - 4-7pm. Linking with the Sci Fi Festival. An exciting exhibition of 2D & 3D work, including models made by children in the sci fi workshops. Models to be judged by Mike Trim who was part of the design team for the TV series Thunderbirds.

The One Show

Date: 19 June to 9 July.

Open exhibition celebrating Beach Creative's First Birthday. Handing in: Saturday 15 June 10am - 4pm. Collection of sold and unsold work: Tues 9 July - 4-9pm.

Herne Bay Historical Records Society

Date: 26 June to 2 July.

Timeline of 180 years of interesting artefacts celebrating the anniversary of the establishment of Herne Bay as a town.

July Seary and Rhian Willams

Date: 10-16 July.

Selection of animal photographs.

Duchamp's Window

Date: 17-27 July.

Open Exhibition influenced by Marcel Duchamp. Handing in: Saturday 13 July - 10am - 4pm. Collection of unsold and sold work: Saturday 27 July 4-7pm.

I am Not Dead I Am In Herne Bay

Date: 31 July to 13 August.

Selected works by artists celebrating Marcel Duchamp's sojourn in Herne Bay 100 years ago (August 1913).

Janice Lewis and Catriona Campbell

Date: 14-20 August.

Textiles, jewellery and contemporary photographs.

Spires Academy

Date: 14-20 August.

Exhibition of drawings by 5th and 6th form students.