About Us
Introduction
Clubhouse Facilities
Opening Times
Exhibitions
Demonstrations and Workshops
Painting Classes
Artyfacts Newsletter
Website
Introduction
Our membership is over 100 comprised of all age groups from 18 to 90 years with a 50-50 ratio of males and females. We have a high percentage of highly talented artists and craftspeople in the club, also an enviable reputation for a high standard of work. However membership of the club does not assume or require any standard of proficiency; an interest and enthusiasm in the arts is the only requirement. ^ back to top
Clubhouse Facilities
The Clubhouse is located in Dalgety Bay (see Map).
It is a self contained wooden building with central heating,
tea/coffee making facilities, toilet,
internet connection and excellent lighting.
We have a comprehensive lending library of books, videos and DVDs and also a
wide range of art and craft equipment
to use for copying, mount cutting and framing.
The club also runs a small shop of art and craft supplies such as mount card,
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Opening Times
The club is open to members at the following times:
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 - 13:00
Wednesday & Friday 19:00 - 21:00
In addition to Open Sessions the Clubhouse is used for demonstrations, workshops
and classes which are detailed
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Exhibitions
The club organises two major exhibitions each year in the Dalgety Bay Parish
Church Hall: the Spring/Summer
Exhibition is in May and the Winter Exhibition is in November. Members can
submit as many paintings or
craftworks as they wish for a small entrance fee (£3 in 2011). The club levies
a commission of 10% for each item
sold which contributes to club funds.
Further exhibiting opportunities are available at other venues throughout the
year, details of which are displayed
on the notice boards in the clubhouse and on the website.
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Demonstrations and Workshops
Demonstrations and Workshops, either by visiting experts or one of our own
members, are held in the Clubhouse
throughout the year. Demonstrations normally take place on a Wednesday evening
and Workshops on a Saturday.
Recently, we have teamed-up with Dunfermline Art Club to share demonstrations
and workshops so that members of both
clubs can benefit from a wider range of events.
We also try to arrange social events and various outings to places of interest.
Look out for details of forthcoming events displayed on the notice board in the
clubhouse and on the website.
Please note that demonstrations and workshops can be very popular and sometimes
the number of places is limited so
sign up early to avoid disappointment.
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Painting Classes
Alan Ross teaches Thursday evening and Friday morning classes in watercolour/acrylic painting. The classes run from September until June, see times below:
Thursday evening
19:00 – 21:00
Friday morning
10:00 – 12:00
There is a fee payable for each class, currently £4. Please note that these
classes are very popular so if you wish
to join them please contact Alan Ross to check places are available (see
Contact
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Artyfacts Newsletter
The club has its own newsletter called ‘Artyfacts’ which is published every
two months (approximately). Inside
there are articles on many interesting subjects and plenty of good advice.
Members are encouraged to produce short articles for submission on any art or
craft related topic; perhaps a review
of a recent visit to an art gallery or museum, maybe a tip on craftwork or a
recommended book or shop. Please send submissions to the Artyfacts Editor
(see Contact Us).
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Website
The Website holds up to date information about club events. Members can
access Artyfacts via the Members Area (password protected) and can supply
pictures for display in the Gallery by emailing the Webmaster (see
Contact Us).
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