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marks its first birthday with party
Three regulars at The White Lion pub in Broadwindsor have now become a permanent fixture in Compost Corner thanks to artist Sasha Slater.
Twenty-year-old villager
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Sasha drew pictures of pubgoers Chris Sewell, John Eggleton and Tony Hawkins which are now framed and hang in pride of place in the corner next to the bar.
The three friends used to sit in the space known affectionately as Compost Corner before The White Lion was refurbished a year ago. They now use a round table nearby. Sasha, a biochemistry student at the University of Exeter, said: “These last couple of years, my time for art has been restricted heavily by university, but I am always reminded of why I draw by being involved in projects like this. I am so glad I got the chance to draw Chris, John and Tony and have my work displayed in our community pub. I love using art to show the community of Broadwindsor how grateful I am to be a part of it.”
Pub chairman Rick Dyke said the portraits had been very well received by customers.
“The likeness is incredible,” he said.
“Sasha has captured Chris, John and Tony so well. The committee was delighted when she made the offer to do their portraits and even more so when we saw them, as they’re absolutely brilliant.” n To view more of her work and enquire about commissions, you can contact Sasha via her Instagram account @sashafrosts
