Loving the Beach

An exhibition of beachcombers' art with a twist.
"Many of the works will be made from found man-made objects, including fishing waste, tourists’ litter, and flotsam and jetsam. The works form a creative response to the way that we humans interact with the coastal environment that is so characteristic of the South Hams. We are inspired by the coast and beaches, and feel it is important to express both that inspiration and our concerns about threats to the environment."
The House Group is Rod Birtles, Alison Theaker and Ella Theaker, who have been living in Kingsbridge since 2004. Their work will feature photography, sculpture and paintings. They have also invited guest artists Rosie Burns, Emma Carter and Sylvia Kus to show works which will include paintings, jewellery and sculpture.
Five local primary schools will also be involved, taking part in a half-day beach-clean and education workshop with marine and coastal ecology expert Maya Plass. They will then use collected materials to create large scale artworks in a series of three one-day workshops.
Aveton Gifford Primary School
Charleton C of E Primary School
Salcombe C of E Primary School
Thurlestone All Saints C of E Primary School
West Alvington C of E Primary School

For more information visit http://www.harbourhouse.org.uk/gallery-thehousegroup13.html