MAFA Members feature in 'Blueprint' Exhibition

'Golden Road' by Mary Campbell

MAFA members Mary Campbell, Mike Hatjoulis and Irene Jones are taking part in an Exhibition 'Blueprint' at The Gallery, 41 Stanhope Street, Liverpool L8 5RE, from 17th February until 2nd March 2012. There are 17 printmakers showcasing a variety of print methods and techniques. They are all from the Liverpool area and have worked or had links with the print studio at the Bluecoat Arts Centre, and have collaborated or exhibited together during the past decade.If you'd like to visit the exhibition the address is The Gallery Liverpool,The Courtyard,41 Stanhope Street, Liverpool L8 5RE Opening Times: Monday to Friday 10.30am to 4.30pm, Saturday 10.30am to 1.30pm Or to find out more please visit Facebook: The Gallery Liverpool, twitter: Gallerylivpool or website www.thegalleryliverpool.co.uk To find out more about these MAFA members please visit their Artists Profiles on this website.

MAFA Members feature in 'Blueprint' Exhibition

Print by Irene Jones

More Images of the work featured at the 'Blueprint' Exhibition by MAFA members Mary Campbell, Mike Hatjoulis and Irene Jones. If you'd like to visit the exhibition the address is The Gallery Liverpool,The Courtyard,41 Stanhope Street, Liverpool L8 5RE Opening Times: Monday to Friday 10.30am to 4.30pm, Saturday 10.30am to 1.30pm Or to find out more please visit Facebook: The Gallery Liverpool, twitter: Gallerylivpool or website www.thegalleryliverpool.co.uk To find out more about these MAFA members please visit their Artists Profiles on this website.

Artist Resale Rights by Glenys Lathem

Sculpture by Glenys Latham

Artist’s Resale Rights have been in place since 2006 – paying royalties arising from the resale of visual artists work through auction houses, galleries and dealers. As from January 2012 our Resale Rights continue for up to 70 years from our death.
We are advised to include a bequest of our Resale Royalties and Copyright Royalties in our Last Will and Testament to ensure that they are not lost to our estate. We all know that our work is more valuable when we are dead rather than when we are alive so ensure that these royalties are not lost to your estate by registering for them and bequeathing them into your Will.
Not wishing to be morbid but being practical it can also be helpful to your executers and families to put in place a plan for the disposal of our creative output.  I am sure none of us want to leave our loved ones with the problem of disposing of a studio full of “stuff”.To register and find out more about Resale Rights and Copyright Royalties contact DACS at www.dacs.org.uk

First Anniversary of Friends Society

Friends Society launch, Gallery Oldham

This November saw the be first Anniversary of MAFA's new Friends Society, The Friends of Manchester Academy of Fine Arts. It has been a full and rewarding year for the Friends Society and this promises more of the same with a programme that has includes exhibition previews, studio visits, field trips and exhibition tours. The year will start with an invitation to the Preview of MAFAs up coming 'Winter Exhibition' at Buxton Museum and Art Gallery on the 4 February. On the afternoon of the 9 February the Friends Members have a chance to meet MAFA Sculptor Simon Manby at Buxton Museum and Art Gallery as part of the 'Meet the Artist' programme of events. If you'd like to know more about MAFA's Friends Society please follow this link.

News from Forge Farm Studio

Simon Manby in his studio

MAFA Member Simon Manby lives and works in Ashbourne Derbyshire. A regular exhibitor with MAFA he makes figurative sculptures cast from bronze. Recent sculptures of his have included an imaginary portrait of Jean-Jaques Rousseau. This work was produced along with an illustrated account of the year Jean-Jaques Rousseau spent in Wootton, Staffordshire. He has also produced two works for this year's Royal Scottish Acedemy Open Exhibition in Edinburgh. If you're interested in finding out more about Simon he will also be in attendance for the afternoon of the 9th February at MAFA's upcoming exhibition in Buxton Museum and Art Gallery as part of MAFAs 'Meet the Artist' programme. Alternativley please visit his website or his artist profile on this website.

Derek Johnson Retrospective

Derek Johnson at his retrospective

Following my one man show at the Gallery in Cork street, London, I was approached by a Director of the Hay Hill Gallery, also in Cork street, Mayfair and offered a place in their next group show of abstract paintings. A few days later they contacted me and offered me a One Man Show .The show I was delighted to find out, also displayed bronze sculptures by Rodin next to my paintings. Surprisingly there was not a conflict between the works.Unfortunately following the show I had another period in hospital but recently I returned to the Gallery and met with the three directors and signed a contract until 2016 . Whenever I produce work I will have the opportunity to show either individual works or a one man show, whichever is appropriate. To find out more about Derek Johnson please visit his artist profile , or derekjohnsonart@yahoo.co.uk , or www.hayhillgallery.com .

Friends visit Top 'o' Town Studios

John McPake with MAFA Friends

On sunday the 18 December members of MAFAs Friends Society visited the studios of academy members Anne Genner Crawford and John McPake. The afternoon was the perfect way to start the festive season. With open fires, good wine and food, the Friends were all made very welcome. The afternoon started with demonstrations of the techniques they use. After which the Friends were given the opportunity to look through their sketchbooks and plan chests. It was a real privilege to be allowed such an intimate insight into the artistic lives of Anne and John. They are two of MAFAs most senior and respected members who's art work is beautiful, profound and intensely personnel. If you'd like to know more about please visit their artist profiles on this website.

Malcolm Taylor AGBI Steward

Rain, Steam and Speed by J.M.W Turner

Malcolm Taylor has taken on the stewardship of the AGBI for MAFA. The Artists' General Benevolent Institution (AGBI) was founded by J.M.W.Turner in 1814 and incorporated a Royal Charter in 1842, it is one of the oldest charities in the United Kingdom. The AGBI financially supports professional artists in need living in the U.K who cannot work or earn due to accident, illness or older age. The AGBI is a charity run for artists by artists, but it's work could not continue without the generosity of all our supporters and to carry on the good work funds are always needed and donations of any amount are gratefully received. If you would like to make a donation then please contact Malcolm Taylor at talcummailer@btinternet.com .Or if you'd like to find out more about the AGBI then please their website.

Bury Hospice Art Week

Gerry Halpin MBE with his work

MAFA Member Gerry Halpin MBE has been invited to become Art Director for the Bury Hospice Art Week Open Exhibition which will take place at Bury Art Gallery during early May 2012. Gerry has told me that he is "very pleased to have the opportunity to help this very worthy cause" and that he "looks forward to fellow Academicians supporting with their submissions". In the last week MAFA Members recieved their invitation to submit work to the Bury Hospice Art Week by email. This appointment is just one part of a very successful period for Gerry. He has also been invited by the Chapel Gallery in Ormskirk to be a selected artist in their exhibition entitled 'Journeys' which will open next September. If you'd like to know more about Gerry Halpin please visit his artist profile on this site or visit his own website www.gerryhalpin.co.uk . 

MAFA Members at Central Art Gallery

Ulrich West discussing his work

MAFA members Ulrich West and Greg Fuller are currently exhibiting with their excellent shows 'Transience' and 'Territorial Language' at Central Art Gallery, Ashton-u-Lyne. On saturday the 26th November Ulrich West very kindly gave a tour of his show 'Transience' to both MAFA members and members of MAFA's Friends Society. His exhibiton reflects a life time of passionate exploration. A painter alchemist creating work as beautiful and engaging as himself. Ulrich spoke openly with warmth and passion about his life, his family and his work. Everyone attending found the afternoon both rewarding and enjoyable. If you would like to know more about Ulrich West and Greg Fuller you can visit their artist profiles on this website or visit the exhibitions page on the Central Art Gallery website. The exhibitions ran until the 14th January 2012.

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MAFA Members exhibit with ROI

Michael Ashcroft at the ROI

Newly elected member Michael J Ashcroft has had two paintings selected for the prestigious annual exhibition of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters in London. Long standing member Gerry Halpin has also had a painting selected. This is the first time Michael and Gerry have submitted work to the ROI and Michael said that " there was a really high standard of work and I was honoured to be chosen".Gerry said the opening was " very enjoayable and it was a great priviledge to be amongst some of art's elite". MAFA President John McCombs will also be showing five landscapes at the ROI exhibition. Since being elected a member of the ROI in 1983 he has taken part in all the annual shows. If you'd like to know more about these academy members please visit the artist profile section of this website. More of Michaels work can be seen on his website. The exhibition is held at the Mall Galleries and runs from 7th to 18th December. For more information about the Mall Galleries please visit their Website. 

Members exhibit at Millyard Gallery

Millyard Gallery Saddleworth

MAFA Members Anne Genner Crawford, John McPake and Malcolm Taylor will be exhibiting at the Millyard Gallery in Saddleworth as part of the gallery's winter programme. Earlier this year MAFA held its first group exhibition at the gallery as part of its 2011 programme. If you'd like to know more about the Millyard Gallery and their exhibition programme please visit their website.If you'd like to see more work by Immediate Past President John McPake he will also be exhibiting at the Mini Picture Show, Bankside Gallery, London, home of the RWS and RE societies.To find out more about the Bankside Gallery please visit their website. To find out more about these artist please visit their artist profiles on this website.

New work at Colin Jellicoe Gallery

Colin Jellicoe in Platts Field 1963

Painter and MAFA Member Colin Jellicoe has run his gallery on Portland Street in Manchester since 1963. For nearly 50 years he has exhibited work by leading artists from the north west. The current exhibition includes work by MAFA members John McPake, Anne Genner Crawford and Sheila Dewsbury as well as himself. The exhibition runs until the 8th April 2012. If you'd like to know more about Colin Jellicoe and his Gallery then you can visit his website www.colinjellicoe.co.uk If you'd like to know more about these MAFA members then please visit the artist profile section on this website.

150th Anniversary Celebrations

Exhibition and Thanksgiving Service at Manchester Cathedral

This pinnacle 150th anniversary event was a combined Thanksgiving Service and Exhibition in Manchester Cathedral on Saturday 14th November. The Service was led by Canon Andrew Shanks and the readings, prayers and hymns were chosen and read by Members of the Academy. The Preview of the exhibition, which immediately followed the Service, was well attended by members of the congregation which included Michael Oglesby, Vice Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester, who formally opened the exhibition. Also the Lord Mayor of Manchester Councillor Alison Firth; the Mayor of Salford Councillor Roger Lightup and his Mayoress, Mrs Valarie Fleet; the Mayor of Oldham Councillor Jim McArdle and the Oldham Youth Mayor Mohammad Adil and Sir Richard Leese, Leader of Manchester City Council. The exhibition ran until 28th November 2009.

Selected images from the Manchester Cathedral event.