Charity art exhibition featuring more than 50 artists returns to Richmond
By Google News Category Art & Design ·
A popular charity art exhibition featuring the work of more than 50 local artists is returning to Richmond this month.
The Annual Rotary Charity Art Exhibition is being held at The Station until Tuesday, November 17, showcasing work by established artists and emerging talent from Richmondshire and the wider North Yorkshire area.
Organised by the Rotary Club of Richmond, the exhibition has become a regular fixture in the town’s cultural calendar, celebrating the area’s creative community while raising money for good causes.
Proceeds will support Rotary charitable activities, The Station and causes associated with motor neurone disease.
Visitors will be able to browse and purchase original artwork in a range of styles and mediums, with the exhibition offering local artists an opportunity to display their work to a wider audience.
Organisers say the event is also intended to encourage people of all ages to engage with art, with students and aspiring artists particularly welcome.
Event organiser Dr Richard Gibson, from Richmond Rotary, said: “This exhibition has always been about community. It gives local artists the chance to exhibit their work, attracts visitors to Richmond and raises important funds for charities.”
This year’s event has also attracted the support of renowned Yorkshire artist Lucy Pittaway, who is known for her colourful countryside scenes and distinctive sheep characters.
Lucy attended the opening preview evening on November 6, taking part in a question-and-answer session and meeting visitors.
She said: “I am delighted to support Richmond Rotary’s Charity Art Exhibition. It is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the creativity we have here in North Yorkshire while helping to raise money for causes that have a real impact on people’s lives.
“Events like this bring communities together and provide a fantastic platform for local artists to showcase their work.”
A raffle is also being held during the exhibition, with a framed piece of Lucy Pittaway artwork valued at more than £250 among the prizes.
Dr Gibson added: “We are delighted that Lucy Pittaway is supporting the event and helping us shine a spotlight on the incredible artistic talent we have in our area.”
The exhibition runs at The Station in Richmond until Tuesday, November 17.
The opening preview evening was held on Friday, November 6, with admission priced at £7, including a glass of wine and nibbles.
Originally published by Google News Category Art & Design
