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The Garden Party, to meet the new President of The Arts Society Corinium, was graciously hosted by our Chair in the garden of Pembroke House, Cirencester.
In addition to the opportunity to meet Laurie Plant, wander through the beautiful garden and socialise whilst partaking of the splendid selection of teas, savouries and cakes, there were various areas of interest to take in and raffle prizes to be won.
Throughout the garden, in the conservatory and the summer house, there was an exhibition of Laurie's paintings that are available for purchase. This gave people not familiar with his work an opportunity to see it, whilst his speech gave greater insight into his interests and work in the community. Laurie is also kindly donating 10% of any sales from the day to our funds.
The atmosphere of the whole afternoon was enhanced by Douglas Butler playing very enjoyable, live music on his electric piano. A special vote of thanks must go to him for generously giving up his time to do so.
TASC collaborated with Ashton Keynes CoE Primary School in mounting a display of the pupils’ artwork under the marque just behind Douglas. The artists range in age from 6 to 10 years and those who saw it were very impressed with the skills and creativity demonstrated. Another opportunity to see the display will be available at the July lecture meeting.
Those feeling inspired by the Pembroke House garden were able to visit the Plant Stall to buy plants. These were kindly supplied supplied by the Exedra Nursery from the Rococo Gardens, Painswick, who donated 10% of the sales to The Arts Society Corinium.
Of course non of this could have happened without a great deal of hard work from members of the Committee, and the group of volunteers without which The Arts Society Corinium would not be able function so well, thank you.
Laurie Plant was born in Swindon in 1974. He currently works from a studio in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. He lives in the Cotswolds with his family, his wife Andrea and their four year old son Finlay.
Laurie has a Masters Degree in Art and Art History from the University of Wales (AHRB grant funded), 1st Class Honours Degree from Lancaster University and aFoundation degree from Cheltenham University.
His artwork is centred around people and the human body, places and architecture - recent projects include an artwork for Conisbee Associates, Islington and private architectural commissions about Bristol and Oxford. In addition to many other educational roles, Laurie has held posts with the Universities of Bath and Wales.
Over the years he has been involved in many different projects including research and collaborations, residencies, education and outreach programmes, private tuition nd commissions by consultation with public organisations and committees, trusts. Also included are work with universities, schools, galleries, sculpture parks and museums.
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