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SUMMARY:Nexus exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Nexus brings three artists together for a diverse exhibition of work\, examining different styles that share commonalities through their collective interpretation of colour\, composition\, and form. \nThis exhibition combines different approaches to contemporary art under one roof. Influenced by our individual experiences and ways of portraying the world\, Mark Elliott Smith\, Bernard Charnley and Kate Cochrane\, collaborate and provoke our perspectives and insights into specific genres. \nMark Elliott Smith’s work brings something new to abstraction. Inspired by dance and costume\, mediaeval art\, and his response to music\, he builds images which are analogues of the process of construction and destruction\, fragmentation and coherence. Painting in layers of flat acrylic colour\, his work animates space while creating the illusion of depth\, imparting an energising\, positive sense of possibility through his playful use of colour and form. \nBernard Charnley combines layered oil paint with oil bars and inserted sections of canvas\, creating work which moves between abstraction and figuration\, examining the relationships between geometry\, surface\, depth\, and illusion as imprints of the human. His interest in philosophy informs his portfolio of work\, which reflects on the nature of social fracture. \nKate Cochrane works in a variety of media\, including oils\, acrylics\, gouache\, and dry pastels. Taking inspiration from landscape\, trees\, rocks\, castle ruins and reflections in water\, her process of creating paintings\, along with wanting to express how she feels\, results in a rich tapestry of colour and texture. \n3 Aug – 13 Sept \nOpen: Sun – Tue / 9 – 5pm\nOpen: Wed – Sat / 9 – 9pm
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/nexus-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Station Gallery\, Station Approach\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 1RE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Black Swan Arts Open 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Black Swan Arts Open 2026 brings together artists and makers working across all disciplines and media\, selected by a distinguished panel from across the contemporary arts\, alongside a range of generous prizes and awards. \nThe Open is Black Swan Arts’ flagship exhibition\, bringing together artists at different stages of their careers from the region and beyond. Founded in 1986\, Black Swan Arts has played a central role in Frome’s cultural life for four decades\, and this year’s Open marks the organisation’s 40th anniversary. \nThe 2026 Open has been selected by a carefully chosen panel of guest judges\, independent of the organisation’s Board and Programming Group\, bringing a thoughtful\, open-minded and rigorous approach to the selection process. \nSelected works will be exhibited in the Long Gallery at Black Swan Arts from Saturday 8th August to Sunday 27th September 2026. \n2026 Selection Panel\nDea Vanagan – Senior Director\, Hauser & Wirth Somerset\nGemma Brace – Head of Exhibitions\, Arnolfini\nMolly Martin – Artist and Writer\nMartyn Cross – Artist\nHamish Young – Artist and President of the RWA \nPrizes include:\n£1\,500 First Prize supported by Hauser & Wirth Somerset\n£500 Lynda Pelly Prize for an Artist Under 30\nBlack Swan Arts Solo Exhibition\nRabley Gallery Print Prize\nJ.M. Smith Framing Prize\nKobi & Teal Exhibiting Prize \nThe selection panel has now chosen the exhibiting artists and all applicants have been notified. If you have any queries\, please contact office@blackswanarts.org.uk
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/black-swan-arts-open-2026/
LOCATION:Black Swan Arts\, 2 Bridge Street\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Clothing and textiles,Exhibition
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SUMMARY:MAGIS XL
DESCRIPTION:MAGIS XL the encore to THINK XL\, showcases 40 artworks generously donated by 40 artists each with a connection to Black Swan Arts to continue its 40th anniversary celebrations. \nThis major fundraising exhibition builds on the success of April’s THINK XL when many artists responded to personal requests to gift artwork for the benefit of the arts centre.  Initially a single exhibition was planned\, however with two thirds of the artworks sold\, word spread of the exhibition and more artists offered to donate their artwork. By mid May the idea for a second exhibition was underway. \nMAGIS XL is exhibiting artwork; ceramics\, glasswork\, paintings\, photographs and sculpture from Frome and regionally based artists who are nationally and internationally recognised in their fields\, including donations from Christopher Bucklow\, Ian Marlow MRSS\, Bruce Munro\, Sandra Porter RWA\, Patricia Volk FRSS. \n100% of sales with build on over £3000 raised from THINK XL\, with the aim to at least double the total\, all of which will support a secure future of Frome’s first centre for visual arts.
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/magis-xl/
LOCATION:The Round Tower at Black Swan Arts\, 2 Bridge Street\, Frome\, BA11 1BB
CATEGORIES:Arts,Exhibition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Swan Arts":MAILTO:office@blackswanarts.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Illyria: the Pirates of Penzance
DESCRIPTION:Frederick\, accidentally apprenticed to Pirates as a child\, is indentured to the Pirate King until his 21st birthday. On the day he reaches 21 he leaves the ship\, announcing that he now intends to dedicate his life to the Pirates’ destruction. The Pirate King checks the contract’s small print – and realises that as Frederick’s birthday is 29th February on a leap year he has only had four birthdays and is actually indentured for another 63 years. With only the Penzance constabulary to protect him\, will Frederick be forced to serve the pirates until he is 84? And will his sweetheart\, Mabel\, wait for him that long? \nPerformed by a six-strong cast of actors/singers with fully orchestrated accompaniment\, The Pirates of Penzance boasts such gloriously memorable songs as “To be a Pirate King!”; “Modern Major General” and “A Policeman’s Lot is Not a Happy One”. With razor-sharp satire and glittering wit\, it remains as fresh as if it had been written today. \nThis performance will be outdoors at the E.C.O.S. Amphitheatre. Please bring blankets\, cushions\, and chairs. We welcome picnics\, but please buy drinks from our bar. In the event of bad weather\, this event will move inside. \nRunning time: 120 minutes including interval\nRecommended: All ages\nTickets: £20 | Child: £10 | Students and those claiming financial assistance: £14\nRegistered carers go free
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/illyria-the-pirates-of-penzance/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre\, Bath Road\, Frome\, BA11 2HG 
CATEGORIES:Arts,Children,Discover Frome,Family,Musical,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Frome Film Photography Social
DESCRIPTION:Frome’s monthly analogue photography get together! This is a welcoming and relaxed space to meet up with other local analogue photographers. \nOur event is open to everyone\, but especially the photography community in Frome\, along with anyone from nearby Bath\, Bristol\, Somerset\, and Wiltshire. Bring a camera and some film\, maybe bring a friend\, and come hang out with other photographers and chat about your favourite cameras\, films\, and printing projects. The event is free\, but please kindly book a ticket so we know you’ll be there. \nFeedback & The Future\nFuture events will feature photo walks\, print swaps\, and creative hands-on workshops. If there’s anything you would like to share\, or if you have any suggestions for future socials\, please email mae@fromography.co.uk
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/frome-film-photography-social/
LOCATION:Palmer Street Bottle\, 11 Palmer Street\, Frome\, BA11 1DS
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community
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