Some of the speakers and activities that we have had the last few years.
History Wardrobe 
Charity trying on part of a costume 
Other characters 
Doris having too much fun! 
Dragon’s head that breathed fire 
Jessica Grady’s work 
Jessica Grady’s work 
Jessica Grady.
Updating the programme Dear all Time to update you with confirmation of the initial programme bookings for the first few months of 2021. These are following through on those choices which I indicated a few weeks ago. I realise that, for those who have had lengthy membership of the Branch, these names are not new, however, Speakers do add to their material and ideas and inspirations develop for all artists. I hope this is an interesting balance between contemporary and traditional - and therefore, something for all. January 9th. Morning Workshop with Nikki Parmenter Afternoon presentation. Kate Slaughter. 'A Creative Approach to Embroidery' Cancelled as Kate caught Covid 19. Workshop to follow when she is well. February 6th. Morning Workshop with Nikki Parmenter Afternoon presentation. Liz Almond. 'Calico Gardens' which was the theme for the Day School that was cancelled in the autumn. Taking her inspiration from nature Liz is supplementing the talk by offering pdf with designs and charts for five projects - for which there will be an additional charge. March 6th. Afternoon presentation. Joanna O'Neill. 'Bite-sized' The question of protection of copyright in terms of online presentation is being raised and I am finding that there are differing attitudes to this issue. It is not a case of 'one size fits all'. In one case I have been required to sign a contract on behalf of all our members where it is stated that the recording of the presentation is not permitted and that all material is copyright to the artist. No screen shots or recordings should be taken, including for private use. This is in contrast to Nikki who makes the point that so much of her work is available online in one form or another that access is readily available. I am due to talk to Nikki tomorrow after she has given her first online workshop so I will be able to make any notes which could help our experience run more smoothly. I should be able to give more information to members when we have the December meeting. I am relieved that we have a programme to offer members for the start of 2021 and that this gives them value for their loyalty and continued support. I am just sorry that this is restricted to those with access to the technology and hopeful that perhaps there might be a way for those few folk to have a chance to join in next year. Perhaps we can be hopeful that, by the time of our 'delayed' (because of Easter) April meeting we might be able to meet in person. Realistically I do not expect to be able to do so before that date, however, if restrictions ease we could always improvise arrangements to suit the circumstances. After that we might be planning to book Speakers to visit in person. With all good wishes Joy
G.B’s lollypop trees 
C.W’s lollypop trees 
J.A’s lollypop trees 
J.A’s seahorse 
Detail of J.A’s seahorse ring 
G.B’s seahorse 
C.W.s fish 
C.W’s fish 
CW’s frog