The A127 Trail: September 2011

Basildon in 2011 – The year of living artistically

If anything proves the merit of displaying works of art in a shopping centre this year, then it has most certainly been Basildon-Eastgate Art.

The gallery has been occupying an empty unit on the Upper Mall since opening to the public on Saturday July 2nd and has attracted phenomenal interest. Whether it is work loaned by the Basildon Arts Trust or a personal creation from one of our talented local artists, the exhibition of works has demonstrated just how seriously Basildon takes art as a profession, a leisure pursuit or merely a reason to give pleasure. In essence, such an initiative brings together the town, about which it makes a huge positive statement during somewhat difficult economic times.

With autumn approaching, the character of Basildon glows brightly once again through the second Arts Trail, the success of the first turning this into a key event. Visitors to the Trail will be able to appreciate not only the sheer depth of artworks that exist within the Borough, but also the diversity of range and style. The Arts Trail is something with which Eastgate is extremely proud to be associated, and we regard it as a key component within our corporate responsibility programme.

Eastgate looks forward to joining the Basildon Borough arts industry for more events in the future, its thriving success owing so much to the skill, enthusiasm and dedication of so many altruistic members of our various communities. Ian Clark Centre Manager

Welcome to the A127 Trail 2011-

We would like to welcome you to the appropriately renamed A127 Trail, following the huge success of the Basildon District Art Trail last year. The art trail is now recognised as a community event of some magnitude to the Borough, which aims to bring the arts and business together in this annual joint promotion.

Recognising this success, we are pleased to announce that we have more than doubled the number of artists taking part to over 60 and the period has therefore been extended to ten days to add to your pleasure. It will now run from the 9th to the 18th of September 2011.

Once more the retailers of Basildon, Billericay and Wickford (not forgetting Barleylands) will be helping you to discover a diverse range of art, created by artists who may produce their work simply for pleasure or are perhaps fortunate enough to make a living from it. Either way, we sincerely hope that you, our audience, get huge enjoyment from the fruits of our labours.

The A127 Trail is a non-profit event, which is run by a group of volunteers. It will provide a route through the towns of Basildon, Billericay and Wickford, encouraging thousands of people to discover, or re-discover their community. A diverse range of local artists’ artwork will be showcased in various venues across the Borough.

1 - Sue Hodgson

Painter

I have been painting all my life and have been teaching art for the past 20 years. I enjoy painting animals and work in a variety of mediums.

e susan.hodgson51@hotmail.com

Venue Sugar and Spice Unit 40, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 530933 www.sugarandspicecrafts.co.uk

2 - DJ Westgarth

Painter

I use a variety of mediums including oil, pastel, acrylic and watercolour.

e dolly88515@hotmail.com

Venue Dean Smith Art Unit 41, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 522973 www.deansmithart.com

3 - Sue Barnfield

Visual Artist

My renewed passion for painting is all down to visiting last years art trail. I particularly enjoy painting portraits. I produce these using either acrylic paint or the Ipad.

e susanbarnfield@hotmail.com

Venue Life As Art Unit 42, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 289271 www.lifeasart.co.uk

4 - Barbara Connolly

Watercolour Artist

I have resumed watercolour painting in the past three years. I enjoy observing and painting wildlife, particularly birds. I find it a great way to relax and focus my mind.

e little_ear_rabbit@yahoo.co.uk

Venue New Art Gallery Unit 43, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 288445 www.newart-gallery.co.uk

4 - Janet Tucker

Visual Artist

I mainly use watercolours, however I have recently turned to acrylic paint. Many artists including Salvador Dali inspire me.

e thetuckertribe@btinternet.com

Venue New Art Gallery Unit 43, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 288445 www.newart-gallery.co.uk

4 - Patricia Macleod

Visual Artist

I attend art classes at the Fold in Billericay. I enjoy using pastel and watercolour.

t 07948 520719

Venue New Art Gallery Unit 43, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 288445 www.newart-gallery.co.uk

5 - Heather Clark

Photographer

I have been developing my photographic skills over the past five years. I have a keen interest in capturing the movement of dance performance.

e h_clark1@hotmail.com

Venue Billericay Dance Centre Unit 44, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 526567

6 - Gwyneth Rust

Photographer

I enjoy photographing the natural world around me. I have attended various photography courses.

e red.a.book@hotmail.co.uk

Venue Art of Imagination Unit 52, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 07956 102998 www.grahamcollins.co.uk

7 - Kay Succamore

Painter

I have always loved the beauty of colour, especially when reflected in our skies and seas.

t 01268 416058

Venue One Stop Pamper Shop Unit 53, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 285157 www.onestoppampershop.co.uk

8 - Denise Gannon

Textile Artist

I enjoy creative design and incorporating textiles with different media. I include a lot of texture in my work, with hand and machine embroidery.

w www.craftarena.co.uk

Venue Craft Arena Unit 48, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 523780 www.craftarena.co.uk

8 - Jo Ramkissoon

Visual Artist

I have produced fabric designs for many high street stores. I now produce bespoke pieces of art on canvas.

e jo.ramkissoon@gmail.com

Venue Craft Arena Unit 48, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 523780 www.craftarena.co.uk

8 - Rebecca Goddard

Textile Artist

I am a secondary school design and technology teacher. My artwork is created from using recycled plastic shopping bags.

e beccygoddard28@yahoo.co.uk

Venue Craft Arena Unit 48, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 523780 www.craftarena.co.uk

9 - Shiralee Swan

Photographer

I am a press photographer for a Regional Newspaper with a lifetime passion for horses and the countryside.

w www.saxonoak.co.uk

Venue Well Suited Unit 49 & 50, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 820340

10 - Jeffrey Porter

Visual Artist

My artwork is created by producing specially carved letters, which are made to resemble various figures. The letters are then photographed and coloured digitally.

e jeffreyporterja@yahoo.co.uk

Venue Just For You By Sue Unit 58, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 07766 996779

11 - Brenda Moran

Visual Artist

I took up painting after I retired from a career as a Special Needs Advisory Teacher. I enjoy experimenting in a variety of mediums and subjects

e h_clark1@hotmail.com

Venue Dress The Part Unit 59, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 520655 www.dressthepart.co.uk

12 - Lisa Smith

Visual Artist

I use a range of mixed media to create accessible work that evokes a response from the viewer, unlocking hidden memories or shared stories.

e lisa@dsmith231.wanadoo.co.uk

Venue Glass From The Past Unit 22, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 07792 475085 www.glassfromthepast.co.uk

13 - Carole Wellby

Visual Artist

Pastel and watercolour have been my favourite mediums in the past but I have now been exploring acrylic and oil. I use bright bold colours in my work.

w www.artbycarolewellby.co.uk

Venue Maisie Moo Unit 15, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 522959 www.maisie-moo.co.uk

14 - Mandy Davis

Visual Artist

As a creative person, I love experimenting with different mediums including jewellery making. I have always enjoyed painting, especially in acrylics, as I love texture and colour.

e teddavis010@btinternet.com

Venue Balloon Decor Unit 20, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 272872 www.balloondecoruk.com

15 - John Espin

Painter

I am obsessed with the layering and peeling of surfaces and the physical process of how age can alter and enhance our appreciation of things.

e johnfde24@hotmail.co.uk

Venue Pitter Patter Unit 18, Barleylands Craft Village

Tel 01268 285059 www.pitterpatterproducts.co.uk

16 - Ursula Hurley

Visual Artist

I use a variety of mediums including acrylic, pastel and pencil. I have been painting for four years and it has become a passion of mine.

t 07731 451828

Venue Palms The Galleries Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon

17 - Barbara Farrell

Visual Artist

My artwork is mainly based on the jazz scene from the early 1900s. I paint mainly using acrylics.

e janebrand68@btinternet.com

Venue Basildon Eastgate Art 91 Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon

Tel 0800 454863

17 - Su Jin Stedman

Visual Artist

My artwork is about finding the inner mind. During the journey I experience different feelings, which I try to express in my artwork.

e park80@hotmail.com

Venue Basildon Eastgate Art 91 Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon

Tel 0800 454863

18 - Daren Horwood

Visual Artist

I enjoy painting celebrity portraits in a pop art style. I also use pastels and pencil pastels occasionally for people and animal portraits.

e daren1@dsl.pipex.com

Venue Sport & Star Autographs 104 & 105 Eastgate Shopping Centre

Tel 01268 524400 www.sportandstarautographs.com

19 - Chris Perry

Visual Artist

I enjoy working with all types of mediums. Originally inspired by the Daily Express cartoonist Giles. I am the cartoonist for MAI Illustrated.

w www.wofa-arts.com

Venue Gateway 97.8 Gallery Suite, Eastgate Shopping Centre

Tel 01268 833978 www.gateway978.com

19 - Shea Coffey

Visual Artist

I use pastels, oils and mixed media often tackling politically sensitive subjects. I have work held in several private collections in the UK and Ireland.

e shea_coffey@btinternet.com

Venue Gateway 97.8 Gallery Suite, Eastgate Shopping Centre

Tel 01268 833978 www.gateway978.com

20 - Cheryl Currey

Visual Artist

I use various mediums including pastels, acrylics and oils. I enjoy painting flowers and still life.

e cherylcurrey@hotmail.co.uk