An exhibition of contemporary pieces cataloging the work of Lois Walpole over the last 28 years. Lois is an internationally renowned basket-maker who uses natural and recycled materials to create baskets and containers of all shapes and sizes. The exhibition runs until Sunday 1st May 2011.
more photos of the exhibition…
Bonhoga Gallery
Lois Walpole – urbanbaskets tradition recycled
Posted by Jane Matthews on April 27th, 2011 No Comments
Basket-making drop-in session for bairns
Posted by Jane Matthews on April 26th, 2011 No Comments…We had a happy morning at Bonhoga on Saturday 23rd April encouraging children to have a look at the current exhibition by Lois Walpole and then have a go at weaving for themselves. We just used scraps of string, tape and bits of drinks cartons to make some very simple pots and baskets… the results
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Basketmaking Workshop
Posted by Shetland Arts on March 17th, 2011 No CommentsQuarff Hall, 10am-5pm, Saturday 2 & Sunday 3 April.
A two day course for adult beginners and basket makers in coiling and looping, exploring the creative potential of ancient basket making techniques with recycled and natural materials from your own environment.
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Almost anything can be used to make baskets but, in order
Royal Photographic Society 153rd International Print Exhibition
Posted by Jane Matthews on February 7th, 2011 No Comments…The 2011 Bonhoga Exhibition Programme is off to a flying start with the Royal Photographic Society’s 153rd International Print Exhibition. From 29th January to 20th March every floor of the gallery including the café will be filled with over 120 prints by photographers from all over the world.
The exhibition which tours the UK showcases
Bonhoga Gallery Exhibition Programme 2011
Posted by Jane Matthews on February 3rd, 2011 No CommentsFor details of the upcoming shows at Bonhoga in 2011…
pdf version: Bonhoga Exhibition Programme 2011…
please note that the programme is subject to change, please contact the gallery on (01595) 745750 for up-to-date information.
