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One of Norfolk’s most established art groups is set to open an exhibition in North Norfolk next week.
Norfolk and Norwich Art Circle will show more than 100 artworks by its group alongside eight original works by Sir Alfred Munnings at The Handa Gallery in Wells-next-the-Sea.
The exhibition is the group’s 207th outing and will feature new selected artworks and sculptures from members of the group in a variety of mediums, styles and artforms – with artworks for sale.
Norfolk and Norwich Art Circle was established in 1885 following Crome & Cotman’s famous Norwich Society of Artists and has included in its membership artists of national and international acclaim such as Sir Alfred Munnings, Edward Seago and Arnesby Brown. It now has more than 200 members.
At the exhibition, Norfolk and Norwich Art Circle will continue their partnership with Munnings Museum of Art at Dedham, Essex who will display eight original sketches and paintings by Sir Alfred Munnings which reflect his love of literature, which is a theme that members have worked to for the exhibition.
The exhibition at The Handa Gallery, Wells Maltings runs from Wednesday 6th November to Tuesday 26th November 2024, open from 11am to 4pm daily.
Entry to the exhibition is free at Wells Maltings, Staithe Street, Wells-Next-the-Sea, NR23 1AU.
A VIP event will take place on Friday 8th November at 6pm when artists will be on hand to speak to guests about their work, all are welcome.
Norfolk and Norwich Art Circle always welcomes new members from a wide diversity of genres and experience. The group offers regular events including social gatherings, demonstrations and workshops by professionals and a regular life drawing class as well as two major exhibitions of members’ work each year.
For more details about the exhibition and how to join the group visit www.nnartcircle.com