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CHILDREN 1ST to benefit from visual arts
Wednesday 21 September 2011
On 1 and 2 October, 12 artists from the WASPS Studio space, St Mary’s Mill in Selkirk will come together for their annual exhibition.
The local event, part of a national weekend of WASPS exhibitions throughout Scotland, will this year be raising awareness and vital funds for the work of CHILDREN 1ST.
The 12 artists taking part are an eclectic mix, and work in a variety of media including painting, sculpture and printed textiles. The work ranges from figurative to abstract, and includes the unique style of Moy Mackay, who combines traditional felting techniques in a painterly way to creative vibrant landscapes.
Matthew Middler, Senior Regional Fundraiser, CHILDREN 1ST said: "We are delighted to have been chosen as the benefiting charity for the WASPS Selkirk exhibition this year. It is only with the support of the communities we work in that the good work of CHILDREN 1ST can continue.
"Last year we supported 5,922 families, children and young people in our local services. Our work in the Scottish Borders continues to be in demand and we would like to thank the WASPS Selkirk studio for supporting us through this event. I am thoroughly looking forward to a weekend of art, culture and community."
For more information please contact Matthew Middler, Senior Regional Fundraiser, 0131 319 8073, matthew.middler@children1st.org.uk.
Opening times:
Saturday 1 October: 11am – 5pm
Sunday 2 October: 12pm – 5pm
Location:
WASPS Studios
Unit 1
St Mary’s Mill
North Riverside
Selkirk
TD7 5EW
For more information on all the artists and for directions to WASPS Selkirk visit www.selkirkwasps.com.
WASPS Artists’ Studios is an award-winning charity which provides affordable studio space to support the careers of up to 750 visual artists working across Scotland. For more info: www.waspsstudios.org.uk.
Last updated: Wednesday 26 October 2011
