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About us...
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The group was founded in 1969 by Barry Watkin, a distinguished artist well known in the UK and abroad for his instructional lectures, books, DVDs and television programmes with the purpose of encouraging local artists with proven talent or potential.
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In doing that, it differs from most other local art groups in that its membership is limited to about 35 active artists, selected for their commitment and ability. This has built and sustained the group's reputation for quality and ensures that its exhibitions are widely appreciated and well attended.
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Charity contributions....
Every exhibition we sell raffle tickets with the winner winning one of Tadworth Art Group's artists original paintings. All the proceeds from the raffle go to a local charity.
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April 2023 Tadworth Art Group presented a cheque for £974 to the Children's Trust Tadworth.
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2023 Summer Exhibition Award Winners
The winner of the Public Vote at the 2023 Summer Exhibition
Caroline Webster 'Beaver Bridge on River Conway'
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Throughout the year, members meet on Thursday evenings in order to paint, compare notes, encourage each other and develop their skills. Occasionally a recognised professional is invited to convene an all day workshop to develop specific skills for the members.
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Throughout the summer, members gather for plein air paintings in locations of scenic interest and in past years have enjoyed weekends away together in Rye, Canterbury Lewes, Arundel and Cookham in Berkshire.