HASLEMERE ART SOCIETY
What is the Society?
The Haslemere Art Society has a long history in Haslemere. It was founded in 1894 and now has over 110 members, professional and amateur. Read more about its history here. It seeks to support and bring together local artists with a range of events and groups.
Honorary President
The Society is delighted to have Roger Dellar, ROI RI VPPS, as its Honorary President. Roger is an award winning professional figurative artist who works in oils, pastels, mixed media, acrylics, and water based media. His many exhibitions include the Royal Academy, Mall galleries and The Royal Society of Portrait Painters. He is a dynamic and inspirational lead within the Society giving demonstrations and workshops to its members.
What does the Society do?
Demonstrations
The Society organises regular talks and demonstrations. These events are free for members but also open to non-members - you would be most welcome to come and learn about a wide range of materials, techniques etc from practising artists.
Click here to see what's coming up.
Groups
The Society has groups that centre around the varied interests of the members:
Tuesday Group
Tuesdays 2-4pm (Haslemere Museum)
£5
Bring your own work and enjoy time together with other artists.
Cafe Sketching
3rd Thursday of each month. Meet at The Lions Den Haslemere
En Plein Air Painting
Dates in Spring and Summer
Annual Exhibition
All members may exhibit and sell their latest work at our annual exhibition, held at the Haslemere Educational Museum every Autumn. Painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture and craft are all accepted, along with portfolio work of prints and cards.
Newsletter
Members receive a newsletter four times a year with news, reviews and a programme for those who like to have a quick reference. See previous newsletters here.
The Team
Chairperson: Olga Houghton MA
Vice-chairperson & Website & Social Media Officer: Alison Hunt
Secretary & Publicity: Catherine Cornelius
Membership Coordinator: Sophie Davies
Treasurer: David Pattenden
Events Team: Rachel Redfern & Pippa Blacker
President: Roger Dellar ROI RI PS ARSMA
How do I join?
Click here to find out more on how you can become involved, we'd love to welcome you on board!
Haslemere Art Society is run by volunteers and we have a Committee of wonderful team members. If you're an HAS member and want to see it continue to thrive with creative ventures, contact us at info@haslemereartsociety.co.uk.