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The pretty market town of Woodstock will play host to Art in Woodstock, a major visual arts festival from 23 - 28 October 2007.
Showcasing work by visiting professional artists and local talent, this
brand new initiative from Wake up to Woodstock will see the whole of
Woodstock transformed into a celebration of visual arts.
Individual art exhibitions will be held in shops and restaurants, the Woodstock art galleries will host exhibitions and a triangular art wall will be erected in the town square for visitors to contribute to, creating a unique work of art reflecting Woodstock and its community; there will be exhibitions, workshops, demonstrations as well as talks by eminent artists, critics and authorities in their field. Art and photographic competitions will be held, as well as a competition for local schools.
The competition winners' work will be exhibited in the town during the event. The Open Art Competition "Inspired by Woodstock", will be judged by Professor Martin Kemp, Professor of Art History at Oxford University. The competition prizes will be presented by Rosita Spencer-Churchill, Duchess of Malborough with Peter Wileman, Vice President of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters at an awards ceremony on 27 October 2007.
Woodstock is ideal for short breaks, with glorious Blenheim Palace a stone's throw away. From art to Aga, fine antiques, furniture and fashion, flowers and gifts, Woodstock has something to offer everyone. Its individual shops offer real choice not just the same old chain stores that can be found on many high streets. Founded in 1163, Woodstock is known as the "Gateway to the Cotswolds" and has a choice of world-class hotels and restaurants, as well as superior shopping, offering a wide range of exclusive goods and services that cannot be found elsewhere.
Among the many events during the festival is "Meet the Artist - Peter Wileman", to be held on Saturday 27th October 1pm - 5pm at Creative Art Gallery, 43 Oxford Street, Woodstock; an opportunity to meet this notable artist at his exhibition of Landscape, Architectural and Abstract Original and Limited Edition artwork and listen to him talking about his artwork, the techniques he uses and the role of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters.
This will be a ticketed event. Tickets are complimentary and can be reserved by telephoning Elizabeth or Alison on 01993 810 084.
Blenheim and Park Street, Woodstock by Woodstock artist Rod Craig
Rod Craig trained at West England College of Art and has lived and worked as an artist and designer in Oxfordshire for over twenty years. He undertakes commissions for both private and corporate clients.
"My exhibition at The Feathers Hotel will be focused on images of Woodstock and Blenheim. It's really fascinating for me to take a fresh look at my home town - we have a real mix of interesting architectural styles and colourful facades. So this is an opportunity for visitors to see Woodstock through my eyes."
For more information please visit www.artinwoodstock.com
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