Bromley Art Society Bringing Artists Together since 1947

I spoke with Ann Holdway asking the usual questions. Here are her answers

Ed: How long have you been involved with Bromley Art Society?

Ann: Since 2001, I was encouraged to join by Brenda Jackson. I sent Brenda and the committee endless ideas and thought it only fair to offer my services to the committee and within a matter of months found myself in the role of secretary as Brenda wanted to step down.

Ed: What has been the most satisfying of your artistic achievements?

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Ed: How long have you been involved with BAS?

C: Since July this year.

Ed: What first inspired you to paint?

C: When I was 12 and started Art tuition. I loved Miro and Kandisky; their style fascinated me, as it was different. For me, Abstract is what is found in the experience of what the picture provides and that demands prolonged contemplation. Their work inspires me to this date and that is why I paint my own version of Abstract.

How long have you been painting?
I have drawn and painted for as long as I can remember. As a child I loved ‘colouring in’ with my treasured box of Lakeland Derwent pencils and Reeves Students’ paintbox.
Who or what was your main inspiration to paint?

How long have you been involved in BAS ?

Since 2004 when I heard about it from my then tutor, Chris Nash, who I believe had some connection with the society.

What has been the most satisfying of your artistic achievements ?

I expect selling my first painting, and realizing that someone else liked my work outside of my immediate family and friends.

What other passtimes do you have outside painting?