Arts&Crafts Pair Of Pheasants (below) helped to raise money for Marie Curie
Art with a HEART The work of a talented Shropshire artist has been included in a prestigious Royal Academy event, raising thousands of pounds for charity
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hropshire artist Penelope Timmis number of charities and worthwhile causes, and was thrilled to be saw some of her work auctioned involved in the annual Royal Academy Summer Exhibition, an event in aid of the Marie Curie charity. Each year at the annual private view of the Royal this prestigious, invitation-only event welcomes Academy Summer around 75 guests, mainly from the art world. “It’s a great Exhibition in “It’s a wonderful affair that I have been donating to honour to have and attending for a number of years,” says Penelope. London at the end been involved in “It’s always a very grand occasion and raises a great of 2020, raising vital such an important funds for charity. deal of money for a very worthy cause.” This year, occasion” however, things had to be a little different and Penelope, who instead of a canapé and champagne reception, it was is from Rowley, near Westbury all done online, hosted by auction house Christie’s. on the England/Wales border, is an award-winning artist who Fowl play works mainly in acrylic or oil on Renowned for her chickens, cockerels and geese, who proudly strut canvas or board. She supports a into her paintings in a most appealing way, Penelope donated two pieces of artwork this year: Pair Of Pheasants and a still life in acrylic and crayon. The online auction ran for three weeks and is billed offering opportunities for new and seasoned collectors alike to invest in some one-off pieces. The auction featured over 30 pieces of work by highly sought-after artists; bidding on Penelope’s pieces started at £800 each and the two works eventually sold for a total of £2,375. With a large following across the UK, Penelope has a contemporary and bold style is distinctive and easy to recognise at a glance. She is well known for her colourful flower scenes, vibrant landscapes and rugged coastlines, and has won multiple awards and exhibits both nationally and internationally. “I’m thrilled my paintings raised over £2,000,” says she says. “The event usually raises in excess of £100,000 and it’s a great honour to be chosen to be involved in such a well-known and important occasion.”
Penelope is known for her distinctive chicken portraits
All proceeds go to the Marie Curie charity, which provides essential care and support for people reaching the end of their lives. To view more of Penelope’s artwork visit her new website www.penelopetimmis.co.uk
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