Showcase for Thame artists proves popular

THE  Thame Rotary Art Show which  took place over the weekend at the Thame Barns Centre over the weekend,  December 5-7, proved very popular with a range of works ranging from water colours through photographs to sculpture. Proceeds from the sale of paintings, sculptures, and Christmas crafts will go towards Rotary’s causes this year,  Thame SAFARI, Thame Skatepark Project and Thame Children’s Choir.

Robert Duncan with Linda Emery opening the Thame Art Show; Photo by Nick Whitre

The event was opened by Robert Duncan, the world renowned cartoonist and playwright. Robert, who lives in Long Crendon and is the father of Lotte Duncan, the cookery book writer and Thame Food Festival ambassador, has been especially known for the world famous “Not Particularly Orange” range.

 The event was run by Thame Rotary Club and Inner Wheel club members, family and friends. Delicious home made cakes prepared by these groups were also available for sale.

 Marius Ciortan, spokesman the Rotary Club of Thame said: “The Thame Rotary Art Show was a great success this year. From the moment Robert Duncan opened the show at the Preview on Friday, December 5, until the doors closed on Sunday, the Barns Centre was busy with art lovers. We managed to raise over £1,600 for Rotary charities whilst putting on an excellent exhibition of mainly local artists. We are now looking forward to next year’s show.”

Marius continued: “We are grateful to all those who supported the event, local artists, Rotary and Inner Wheel Club members and – last and not least – all the members of the local community who visited our Art Show.”

 Marius concluded: ”The Rotary Club of Thame has got its doors open to community minded people who enjoy helping running events like this and having fun at the same time. We are looking forward to hearing from you and meeting you. I recommend finding out about us on our website and Facebook page.”

 To find out how to become member, and learn more about Thame Rotary Club’s activities, please visit www.thame.rotary1090.org or follow us onfacebook.com/thamerotary  

SOURCE: Contributed