Art Lessons At The Pub

Published date24 May 2023
AuthorRose O'Connor
Publication titleWest Coast Messenger, The
It recently held a 'Paint and Sip' evening where participants were instructed in art lessons, including how to pencil sketch a cup and scissors, paint a Van Gogh portrait - and live male subjects

"But they weren't fully naked!" said hall secretary Carol Keoghan.

Twenty-nine budding artists turned up to learn artistic skills from local artists Alison Hale, Ruth Vaega and Leonie Avery.

"We are very grateful for them for donating their time and expertise for our worthy cause."

Participants received a steady supply of finger food delivered to their tables. Beverages were available. They were also given a homemade goodie bag which included their art supplies for the evening. Spot prizes were handed out throughout the evening.

The Sergeants Hill Hall is an emergency evacuation centre.

"It requires more than one toilet so we are building an ablution block and upgrading the kitchen facilities costing over $150,000."

However, Mrs Keoghan said the committee was required to come up with a proportion of the money and many grants required building consents, licence to occupy and septic tank plans.

"It's like opening a can of worms!" The committee held a Christmas raffle in December, a housie afternoon in January, a garage sale in February and the 'paint and sip' in March.

"If anyone has any good (fundraising) ideas we'd love to hear them."

Raewyn Baxendale, left, Lisa Halsall...

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