Artist Amy Goodman's 'War Horse' is Back at Rum’s Eg Due to Popular Demand

'Romsey War Horse' Bronze resin Maquette

Bell Street gallery, Rum’s Eg are delighted to announce that War Horse will be returning to the gallery by popular demand.

Rum’s Eg had previously exhibited a thought provoking maquette of a First World War soldier and his horse earlier this Summer, when plans were revealed for a War Horse statue to be erected on Romsey War Memorial Park.

The statue is to commemorate the Pauncefoot Hill Remount Camp and the Remount Service where thousands of horses and mules passed through to Romsey to prepare for war.

Talented sculptor and creator of the War Horse maquette, Amy Goodman of Quarley, is to undertake the poignant statue project which displays the unbreakable bond shared as they dealt with the horrors of the First World War.

As an Associate member of the Society of Equestrian Artists, Amy has spoken of her enthusiasm to participate:

“as long as I can remember I have drawn and sculpted animals, particularly horses. The character and movement of the subject matter are very important to me - a few strokes of paint or a few lines of steel can say so much.” 

The maquette was created as part of a public consultation service for the War Horse project and will show the planned position of the final sculpture.

Support Rum’s Eg with Small Business Saturday

Fun snowmen & trees by ceramic artists Angie & Robin
Macmillan, available from Rum's Eg Gallery, Romsey

Bell Street gallery, Rum’s Eg are inviting everyone to get involved in the innovative campaign ‘Small Business Saturday’ later this week.

Originally launched in the U.S, Small Business Saturday support the small companies sector by encouraging citizens to shop at local businesses.

American President Obama was out in his local bookshop last weekend to launch the campaign and this year will see the first Small Business Saturday in the UK, held on one of the busiest shopping days of the year - the first Saturday in December.

Director of Rum’s Eg Siriol Sherlock says

‘This initiative is a wonderful reminder of all the great products that are available locally and the importance of supporting local retailers who contribute so much to creating the community in which we live. Romsey is the perfect place for hassle free Christmas shopping, in a thoroughly festive atmosphere’.

Let’s Do Lunch at Rum’s Eg

Rum’s Eg of Romsey is thrilled to announce the launch of ‘Rum’s Café’ on Friday 6th December, exactly a year since the gallery opened.

Celebrations on the day will take the form of a complimentary mulled wine and mince pies evening from 6pm until 9pm with everyone welcome.

Situated on the first floor of the gallery, the child friendly café will be serving varieties of fresh ground coffee, pots and mugs of loose leaf tea, hot chocolate ,a variety of cold drinks and homemade cakes and scones.

The café will operate from 10 until 4.30 on weekdays, and 11 until 4 on Sundays. Light lunches will be served from 12, with a delicious choice of freshly prepared soups, open sandwiches, quiches and salads with daily changes to the menu on offer.

Visitors can also enjoy viewing and selecting from the most extensive selection of work from Hampshire Artists including: jewellery, ceramics, paintings, prints, soft furnishings, wooden and glass gifts and an unrivalled selection of greetings cards

It has been a busy year for the Romsey gallery; from hosting a variety of workshops and exhibitions over the past twelve months, to winning an award in the Test Valley Business Awards 2013 category ‘Businesses in the Community’. Further plans include a lift extension, for access to all floors, and the continuation of the workshops.

For further details, please contact:
Rum’s Eg,
27 Bell Street,
Romsey
SO51 8GY.

Tel: 01794 511220
www.hampshireartandcraft.org
info@hampshireartandcraft.org

Rum’s Eg Fashion Show Sparkles With Success

Rum’s Eg of Romsey kicked off the Christmas party season on Thursday with its first festive fashion show ‘Sparkle and Tinsel’ in association with La Creme Dress Agency.

The sell out event hosted by Radio Solent presenter, Katie Martin raised over £1,000.

Guests enjoyed a stunning catwalk show of beautifully styled and accessorized designer and premium brand outfits all available to buy on the night for a fraction of the normal retail price.

Director of Hampshire Art and Craft CIC Siriol Sherlock said:

‘We had a wonderful evening and it was a great opportunity for two Romsey companies to work together to produce such a mutually beneficial event. The proceeds will go towards the final equipping of our 'Education Suite'.

The 2nd floor suite, consisting of the Leckford Art Studio, Longstock Meeting Room, office and toilet have been largely paid for by Waitrose Community Matters Fund (£10,000) and Hampshire County Council Community Building Fund (£12,500) plus some new Artist and local Patrons who have loaned or donated money.

A total close to £100,000 has now been raised to do everything and complete all three floors - except the lift extension and that is for our next funding round, for Phase 3! The second floor spaces will be ready for full use early in 2014 with the opportunity for local community groups and businesses to use these spaces.'

Christmas At Rum’s Eg

This year Christmas is all about crafting, either making something yourself or sourcing beautiful handmade gifts from local craftspeople. Kirstie Allsop’s Homemade Home has encouraged us all to look for unique pieces with a story behind their creation.

Hampshire art gallery Rum’s Eg of Romsey provides a treasure trove of ideas this year to make present buying a one stop shop. Innovative works and gifts from talented Hampshire artists include: hand painted, ceramic ornaments and pieces; toiletries; treats; stationery; intricate wooden sculptures and toys; felted brooches and bone china mugs decorated by local artists.

Rum's Eg will also be selling Charity Christmas Cards this year to support Blood Pressure UK. (£3.99 for a pack of 10)

Rum's Eg Announce Winners of Charity Christmas Card Competition  

The artwork on the cards was selected in this year's ‘Design a Charity Christmas Card Competition’ and the winning designs are now be available at Rum's Eg gallery and online at www.bloodpressureuk.org

TV presenter Esther Rantzen was thrilled to be involved as a guest judge on the competition panel, and said that she thoroughly enjoyed seeing all the entries.

“I hope you agree that we picked fantastic designs and that your family and friends will love receiving them this Christmas!”

 Wildlife presenter Chris Packham also expressed his enthusiasm as a guest judge, saying that the competition was

“a fantastic way to showcase original artwork, and for a great cause too.”

First place has been awarded to Kate Cooke for her ‘Christmas Delivery’ - ‘Mixed Media Collage’.

 In second place, ‘Christmas Garden’ – ‘Paper Collage and Watercolour’ by Chrissie Collins; 

In third place, Teresa Rogers ‘Madonna and Child’ – ‘Mixed media’ 

In fourth place, Helen Polden ‘With Love at Christmas’ – ‘Acrylic on Paper.’

Striking 'Snowmelt Chandelier': Beautiful and Envionmentally Friendly Too

Siriol Sherlock, founder of Rum's Eg,
poses with the Snowmelt Chandelier

'The Snowmelt Chandelier' was installed in Rum's Eg gallery on Monday 7th October. It is made of upcycled plastic bottles, drinks cans and water pipes, and each section is lit by an LED light.

Innovative artist, Trudi Lloyd Williams, from Lymington revealed that inspiration for the chandelier comes from her fascination with rivers and her commitment to championing environmental responsibility. She says:

"The Snowmelt Chandelier focuses on our thirst for bottled water, the creation of millions of plastic bottles, their disposal and their global effect. Sea levels are rising, and glacial melts are increasing hence the name 'snowmelt'."

The Snowmelt Chandelier is available for sale from Rum's Eg gallery.

In the meantime, it makes a striking and  addition to the Rum's Eg collection and is on display for all our visitors to enjoy.