FAIR DEALS Artist Alce Harfield – the founder of Bath Art Fair gives her top tips on how to buy art… • Fall in love with it. • Don't be swayed by celebrity, price, or what's flavour of the month. • Don't be tempted to match it to your curtains. • Let your heart rule your head. • Small walls demand large pieces – they will make your room look bigger. Bath Art Fair takes place from 11 – 13 May, and is set in the grounds of the Farleigh Farm Shop in Norton St Philip, Bath. Browse original paintings, handmade prints, hand-crafted glassware, printed scarves and artisan ceramics at more than 60 stands inside and out, with prices starting from £30. Visit www.bathartfair.co.uk for more
You’ll find works such as Hydrangea, by Andy Walker – whose work is made up of thousands of digitally manipulated triangles – at Bath Art Fair
CLASS OF ITS OWN Ali Gatehouse, cofounder of Art Courses Bath, tells us about the all–day classes and two-day courses that are run in the beautiful surroundings of Bathwick Hill House, Bath… What courses are on offer? “Everything from life-drawing with a model, botanical drawing with coloured pencils, and mixed media, to oils, watercolours, pastels, landscapes and portraiture. The majority of our tutors are local artists.” What can be expected at the courses? “During the warmer months, we use the extensive mature gardens as inspiration and use the interior of the historic home on occasion, too. When the weather is cold, we will set up alongside the tranquil pool. In between sessions, you will be indulged with delicious fare from our very own Leiths chef.” Who would enjoy it? “It’s a tranquil space for both new and experienced people with an interest in art. It gives time for reflection and indulgence.” Prices start from £95; visit www.artcoursesbath.com for more information
David Cobley – whose colourful works (including this one, called Philip Jones) depict the people he observes in dayto-day life – is one of the tutors at Art Courses Bath
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