Kate Lynch gave a fascinating talk to members giving the background to her latest book, 'Craft - Somerset Portraits and Voices'.  She described  meeting  different Somerset craftspeople from blacksmiths to…

At the last meeting of 2022, Sue Frost, our membership secretary, helped members make beautiful Christmas table decorations to take home.  Sue provided all the necessary equipment and gave a…

The SGA took part in the ACE Christmas Fair in the Somerton Parish Rooms  to celebrate the Christmas lights being switched on.  The whole of Somerton seemed to be there…

Members enjoyed a lovely and informative workshop with Paul Weaver, taking them through the painting of scenes with water and skies.  As usual, Paul gave them lots of tips with…

Graham Cox gave a brilliant pastel demonstration to members on Wednesday evening.  He completed the attached two pictures in less than two hours and had everyone enthralled at his skill…

Heather Ford, a local artist gave a fascinating talk about her life, including 8 years spent teaching art in Oman. She is a portrait artist with a difference and showed…

Watched by nearly 40 members, Paul Weaver provided a dazzling demonstration on Wednesday evening.  In 90 minutes he produced two beautiful watercolour paintings, emphasising the importance of tone over colour. …

Eight SGA members met on 27th July at Baltonsborough and started the day with coffee and cake at the cafe.  It was a perfect day - not too hot -…

On Saturday Mandy McAllen treated us to another fantastic morning of guided tuition focusing  on drawing pebbles, stones and shells using a multitude of different skills such as volume, pattern…

A glorious day in the most fantastic location for a day of art!  You could stay for years and not run out of inspiration!  Thank you so much to everyone…