latest news from the bandstand

Despite the reasonable weather, sales weren't good last weekend. This was probably due to two unique reasons. Firstly, the tall ships were in Liverpool and this attracted huge crowds. Secondly, Southport hosted the British Open golf! No doubt visitors were put off by the prospect of busy roads leading to the town. Everyone commented on just how quiet the town was. Several of the ladies on the bandstand were keeping an eye out for George Clooney, reportedly staying in the Vincent's hotel next to us on his way to the golf. But I rather think the Man' united footballer was back in training for the next football season.

bandstand exhibitions to continue

Good news... Southport Tourism department has given us the go-ahead to continue with the Sunday exhibitions through to September. All we need now is good weather! All those waiting to be included, please be patient and I will contact you as spaces become available. In the meantime, please come along and meet us - Also any other artists who might be interested in exhibiting and selling with us. It's good to chat and exchange ideas and experiences.

The Ark Royal visited Liverpool two weeks' ago and was a massive attraction, tied up near to the Liver Buildings. I managed to get onto the ferry and took a series of photo's. Over the next week I worked on this oil painting, early light over Liverpool. It measures approx. 36x40 inches. Price: £750

Fourth week on Lord Street

Better luck with the weather last Sunday, though visitor numbers seemed lower - Due, we think, to the petrol situation. People weren't taking the chance of travelling far. However, the strike is now over and the dispute has been settled. Personally, I wouldn't mind earning the kind of money the tanker drivers are on. We are back next Sunday, with several new artists. Come along for a look and a chat.

our third week!

We are still continuing with our out-door exhibitions. Unfortunately last Sunday we'd no sooner got set up on the Lord Street bandstand than it started to rain! Just after lunch, with the rain worsening, we decided to go home!
However, today was a glorious day with wall-to-wall sunshine and temperatures to match. It was probably our busiest day for people coming to look and several of us enjoyed a sale. We have been given another few weeks to make the venue viable, so we are trying to come up with interesting ideas to increase sales. Any suggestion, please let me know.

our second week

We were back at the bandstand yesterday, Sunday, for the second of our four week trial period. Once again we were lucky with the weather and it remained fine, though on the breezy side.

bandstand exhibition

A closer look at the quality of work we're exhibiting. These are mostly Graham's work....