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| Winner of The Brenda Hook Award - Point of Perspective (acrylic) by Val Sprott |
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| Tonbridge Castle and Council Chambers |
Last Friday evening I was invited to the preview and opening of Tonbridge Art Group's Autumn Exhibition at Castle Chambers. The Indian Summer gave us a beautiful warm evening, and guests spilled outside under the sandstone castle enjoying a glass of wine, and a chat about the works on show which included paintings in oils, acrylics, watercolours and mixed media reflecting the diverse range of local talents.
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| Mayor Brian Luker |
The private view was well attended and welcomed Mayor of TMBC, Councillor Brian Luker, accompanied by his wife, who opened the exhibition. He spoke encouragingly about the value that a local exhibition brings to the community, and was highly impressed with the quality of the art on display. As part of his duties the Mayor chose his favourite work of art to be presented with the yearly Brenda Hook Award. He remarked that it had been a difficult decision, but he had noticed one painting that took his eye immediately he had entered the exhibition, and maybe that was the one to go with. The winner was ‘Point of Perspective’ (acrylic) painted by Val Sprott and she was presented the award by the late Brenda Hook’s daughter, Wendy.
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| Surprised winner Val Sprott |
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| Wendy presents the cup in memory of her mother |
'Excellent exhibition', 'Great to see our local talent', 'Interesting and varied work' were some of the comments of the evening. If you wish to know more about Tonbridge Art Group log on to www.tonbridgeartgroup.pbwiki.com or email tonbridge-artgroup@tiscali.co.uk
