Hertford Art Society 26th Members’ Show

Cowbridge Hall, Cowbridge, Hertford SG14 1PG
Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd November 2024

All Members of Hertford Art Society are invited to put work into this Show and this year 58 artists contributed 198 works.

Visitors enjoyed a great variety of artwork in all manner of mediums. Some were bold and colourful, some delicate, some monochrome. There were abstract images which told mysterious stories; atmospheric landscapes, townscapes and seascapes; still life images (two giant scones topped with jam looked delicious), boats and cranes; flower paintings in many exciting styles; engaging portraits and figures (one of passengers on a tube train, caught in their own worlds); and brilliant images of animals and birds. There was a spooky corner as the opening evening was Halloween. 3D work featured in wire, wood and ceramic and two displays of fruit on large reclaimed pieces of bark which had been imaginatively painted.

There was a quiz for children to seek out answers as they looked around (with a bit of help from their parents!) and a great selection of arty greetings cards.

Many Members helped to set up this 3 day show. There is a great deal of work involved and grateful thanks go to all the Members who gave their time and to the stewards who greeted visitors and ensured that all ran smoothly.

The Show was very well received and visitors commented on the wide variety of exhibits, something to please everyone. Many were also delighted to be able to enjoy the refreshments and homemade cakes contributed by Members.

Prizewinners

Marie Goldsmith Award for a Member with a high standard of work who has served the Art Society well without formal recognition

• The World in Boxes by Jenny Stratfold - Collage

Stephen Lowe Award for most intriguing work

• Fascinating Rhythm by Marianne Dorn - Mixed Media

Visitors’ Choice Award

• Flowers for you by Anne Roworth - Acrylic

This year there was an extra prize awarded for The Best Title

• Circles of pleasure by Ray Ward - Acrylic

There was also a Raffle of a beautiful flower painting kindly donated by Eugenia Alekseyev.

The World in Boxes by Jenny Stratfold - Collage

Fascinating Rhythm by Marianne Dorn - Mixed Media

Flowers for you by Anne Roworth - Acrylic

Circles of pleasure by Ray Ward - Acrylic

Raffle Prize donated by Eugenia Alekseyev