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April 23rd 2009 - Exhibition in Chichester Cathedral
Sixteen Veritasse Artisans are joining for an exhibition in the beautiful and historic Chichester Cathedral , West Sussex. "A Brush with the Almighty" runs from 15th May until 18th June and is open during cathedral opening hours. The exhibition will be stewarded by the artists on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.Chichester Cathedral has a rich artistic heritage, with a window by Marc Chagall, a tapestry by John Piper and a painting by Graham Sutherland, amongst others, so it is a great privilege to be given exhibition space here."A Brush with the Almighty" brings together paintings with a clear Christian message and those inspired by creation and nature. The theme reflects the belief that everything we do can bring glory to our Creator. As God touches our lives, so we are enabled to touch the lives of others. Our artwork is one part of our Christian witness.Artists represented are: Linda Ashdown, Helene Bevan, Susan Blagden, Paul Bloomer, Harvey Bradley, Steve Carroll, Nimmi Hutnik, Sara Lane, Jacqui Lea, Rachel Melrose, Sue Newham, Sheila Sharpe, Anna Sophia, Neil Thorogood, Rita Wheatley, Rachel Woods.For more details, contact Sue Newham membership@veritasse.co.uk
April 23rd 2009 - Veritasse Artisans gather in Monmouth
The first Gathering of Artisans is taking place on 22nd and 23rd May in the beautiful town of Monmouth in South Wales. Artists are arranging their own accommodation, but meeting together for meals, fellowship, discussion, showing their artwork and listening to a talk on "A theological perspective on creativity, and the arts in evangelism and worship. The speaker is Ann Brown, an author and a former teacher. All Christian artists are welcome to attend, but places must be booked and paid for by 30th April. The cost is £30 per person to include three meals. Please contact jojfield@yahoo.co.uk
March 23rd 2009 - See you at Spring Harvest!
Veritasse will have a large and exciting art stand at both Skegness and Minehead, as part of the Spring Harvest Christian conference this year. With the exciting theme of "The Apprentice", Spring Harvest starts on 4th April and finishes on the 19th April.Veritasse is proud to display many original artworks by its Artisans group, who now number over 80 members, alongside the much loved Veritasse print collection. If you want to find out more about us, visit the stand in the Butlins Skyline building.
February 11th 2009 - New Friends' newsletter!
Read our fantastic February Friends' newsletter by following the link near the top of this page. See new artworks from our artists and read about how Christians are reaching out by using their artwork in their communities. To be added to our free newsletter list, simply e-mail membership@veritasse.co.uk
January 4th 2009 - Church art download licence!
We want to highlight again the fantastic opportunity churches have to use images from our artists in their church settings. For £3 churches can download an image from the site to use non-commercially in their church services, meetings and buildings. Many churches have been using the arts, including pictures and photos, to speak to church members and the community about God. In our increasingly visually aware world, images are a powerful tool for outreach and illustration of talks and sermons. Use your digital projector for more than just song words! Each licence runs for 2 years and over £2 of the cost goes straight to the artist. Churches can pay for a number of licences with a single card payment by contacting membership@veritasse.co.uk
December 11th 2008 - Unveiling of the Angel of Rydal Hall
On 18th December 2008, a huge, carved angelic figure will be unveiled at Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria. Fiona Armstrong, former News at Ten news reader, will be performing the ceremony. "Raphael" has been carved by Shawn Williamson to honour the memory of Josephina de Vasconcellos, a foremost Christian sculptor, who died in 2005 at the age of 100 years. The unveiling also highlights the work of the foundation set up in her memory, the J de V Arts Care Trust. For those within the ITV Border television area, the unveiling will be televised. Shawn Williamson, once a pupil of Josefina, feels honoured to be able to commemorate his inspirational teacher in this way. For more details of his work, see www.lakestay.co.uk/shawnwilliamson/
November 29th 2008 - Download our December newsletter!
Every two months, we send out a free e-mail newsletter to keep our friends up-to-date with what is happening in the Christian arts world. Download your free copy by following the link at the top of the Home page. To be added to our newsletter list, simply e-mail your name and preferred e-mail address to membership@veritasse.co.uk
November 7th 2008 - Art makes a great present!
As you start to think about presents for your family and friends, you may feel discouraged by the all too predictable selections in your High Street stores. (Didn't we get that for him last year?) An original painting or drawing,or a print makes a very personal and thoughtful present. Visit the On-line galleries or the Veritasse shop for some great ideas. Something to suit everyone!
