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And here is the news .....

21/1/2016

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As mentioned in my previous post I have some news!

Kalamkari are a group of Textile & Mixed Media Artists based in Central Scotland who meet regularly to share skills and techniques and work towards regular exhibitions of artworks. Standards are high and I've always admired the high quality of work they produce. Well I'm delighted to announce that I've been invited to join their group! It's always good to work with other creative people and that is one of the things I miss since leaving college. I'm very much looking forward to meeting up with the group in a few weeks time to discuss the next planned project. I've even had a sneaky preview of what the topic will be and am really pleased to find that it's something I've long held a big interest in! 

Kalamkari are currently holding an exhibition of their work at Waterston House in Aberlady, East Lothian.
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Obviously I'm not participating in this one but I was invited to the preview event and was really impressed with the sheer variety of pieces on display as well as the creativity and craftsmanship. It's a fabulous venue with lovely outside views and the work just looks so good on the walls and tables. Fabulous exhibition! And it's on until 17th February so I recommend a visit if you are able to get there.
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Aberlady is a coastal village about 15 miles east of Edinburgh. I've always loved this coastline - from Longniddry through Aberlady and on to Gullane. The sand, the calm sea, the wildlife and the beaches, beautiful walks and there's always something to look at or to seek out.
While I was there I discovered a bit of a shell mountain. Nearly all were clam shells and most of them were covered in barnacles. Some of the markings and colourings were quite inspiring so I couldn't resist choosing a few for photographs.  
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And now to find my sketching implements, I feel a drawing exercise coming on. Mark making, patterns, texture and see where it leads!
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Maureen Shepherd link
22/1/2016 10:31:00

great to have you as a member. Know you are going to be an asset and I look forward to working with you, sharing ideas etc. The opening was great fun.

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Linda McKeen
23/1/2016 13:52:48

thank you for lovely comments Maureen

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