I rarely turn down a chance to visit The Hepworth (gallery) in Wakefield, so when a friend suggested going to the Print Fair there, I happily accepted. You may think I'm doing a lot of exhibitions and galleries lately. It's partly because there are currently a lot to see (Bradford being the UK City of Culture 2025) and partly because it's been so cold and dull that I haven't felt much like venturing out on country walks.
It was cold and dull in Wakefield too but, with little wind, the River Calder, which loops around the gallery, had some good reflections. I always enjoy the random messiness of the old boatyard you can see from the footbridge leading to the gallery.
The random messiness of the winter-slumbering garden behind The Hepworth was also rather pleasing. The grasses and ornamental seed heads complement the sculptural artworks displayed there.
On the far side of the garden, Tileyard North, a converted mill, hosted the Print Fair, with some well-known local artists displaying work. You can often pick up a good bargain in artwork at such events. I was tempted by this one HERE, "The first warm day of the year". It's by Eva Juusola, a printmaker based in Sheffield. I guess it reminded me of the way my grandgirls sit, drawing, chatting, reading. Very tempting but I resisted, then I couldn't stop thinking about it afterwards... so I've ordered it from the artist's website. A treat!
Do you like Angela Harding‘s prints? I like them even more now, since I was given her „Year“ book for Christmas and learned a bit more about herself and her work.
ReplyDeleteAngela is a very skilled and artistic printmaker. I do like her work, though it's not something I'd buy, as it doesn't usually have an emotional resonance for me. I generally prefer to buy the work of artists local to me, as well.
DeleteYou deserve to treat yourself.
ReplyDeleteLove your photos. I wwas born in Wakefield but I'm glad i don't live in such a cold place. The exhibition looks and sounds interesting. Yes treat yourself.
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