Heacham (WNAA) Artists at Wighton25

The Passage by Esther Boehm

There have been so many changes and challenges in my life over the past few months. My new studio is up and running. Yay! Our ‘Save the Old Dairy’ Coffee Morning was a great success. We also had a fabulous time at the Heacham Carnival.

On the artistic side, Michelle Louise Carter and I exhibited at Wighton 25 Site/Sight organised by the North Norfolk Exhibition Project. The NNEP was established in 2000 by a group of Norfolk artists. Read more …

Royal Academy Summer Exhibition 2025

For many years it was an annual tradition for me to meet up with my grandfather to visit the Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy. This continued until he was well into his 90s. He always wore his hat and waved his walking stick to point out features of interest in various works of art as people ducked out of the way and would proclaim his admiring or questioning opinions with conviction despite, in later years, his failing eyesight. His mind was always razor sharp and he had a lively curiosity about life, with an interest in art and architecture. Read more …

Oil and Cold Wax Techniques

An Oil and Cold wax course in the wilds of Yorkshire

In addition to preparing for the Horizons exhibition, I also took time out recently to attend a 3 day advanced course in oil and cold wax in Bingley. I have used cold wax in my landscape painting for around 3 years, having been inspired by the moody landscapes of Paula Dunn. I use this method to create blended landscapes and moody clouds, but was ready to learn more. Read more …

Carole Ann Grace at Burnham Deepdale

Thursday 25th to Tuesday 30th September inclusive.
10 – 4 daily.

As a founder member of WNAA some of you may remember Carole. She started Art Exchange, led workshops and organised exhibitions of work at the King’s Lynn Arts Centre and taught at the College of West Anglia before retiring and leaving Norfolk and she now lives in Rutland. Read more …

Focus on Ian Drury

Out On The Fen

Hi, I’m Ian and I make photographs.

My love of photography started with my dad encouraging me to take family photos with his Kodak Box Brownie and then an Ilford Sportsman at the age of 8. The results I saw when the photos came back from being developed and printed were terrible but with further guidance and help from my dad I discovered that I loved taking photos, which still continues. Read more …

Flaming June Paint Out

Well…that’ll teach us to organise a paint out in June! The weather forecast looked grim and I feared no one would turn up. However, I had obviously underestimated the resilience of our members because, as I pulled into the car park, I was greeted by a sea of friendly faces. I couldn’t see the rest of their bodies because they were swathed in waterproofs Read more …

IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID LENDRUM

David Lendrum

David Lendrum, 2024

Interview with Hinton Magazine

David Lendrum: Embracing Abstract Beauty Through Nature and Innovation

David Lendrum’s art radiates a deep connection to both nature and abstract expression. From his early days of sculpting to his current works inspired by the serene landscapes of Norfolk, Lendrum has always sought to create art that speaks directly to the emotions, bypassing intellectual interpretation. In this insightful interview, the artist opens up about the pivotal experiences that shaped his creative vision, from the influence of the Bauhaus Basic Design Course to his ongoing exploration of color, texture, and form. Hinton Magazine delves into how Lendrum’s encounters with different cultures and environments continue to fuel his artistic innovation. Read more …