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The Mannin Art GroupThe Mannin Art Group was established in the North of the Island 57 years ago. Sir Sidney Wadsworth. a retired Indian judge and his painter wife, invited groups of artists to paint at their picturesque home on the banks of the Sulby River. Subsequently an Art Society was formed.At the formation many of the great Manx artists were still alive among them John Nicholson, John Aitken and William Hoggatt. The first exhibition was held at Albert Road School, Ramsey in 1950 when whole classrooms were given over to the works of Nicholson, Aitken and Hoggatt. The Mannin Art Group is supported by the Isle of Man Arts Council. Todays members and exhibitors include all the leading artists on the Island. |
MeetingsBased in the north of the Island the Group meet every Monday at St Paul's Hall, Ramsey from September to April. From April to September the group meet on outside venues throughout the Island for summer painting every Monday. The winter programme consists of demonstrations by local professional artists; tutorial work on techniques in all media, still life, figures, workshops and videos etc. for all levels. Contact the Programme Secretary for details. |