Hello once again!
This time my blog mainly contains a short write up about the Goole Hobbies Exhibition which I attended for the first time this last Saturday - 2 March 2013.
Held at the town's Leisure Centre, this was it's 33rd running, so obviously a well established event. Not until entering the place did I ever imagine what a size the venue is - it seems enormous! I attended as a member of the Goole Art Society which I joined last year, and had volunteered to help man their stand. Because of the logistics involved it made more sense for me to stay for the duration, which from 10.30 until 4.00pm was not over long. Like most stallholders at these events, I had time to wander round, stretch my legs and have a look at what else was on offer.
As it turned out I only managed to stay in the room where our stand was sited, but it was enough for me (what with the run down to the cafe for a brew every now and then). The main sports hall was also full of stalls and stands, and to top it all, the outdoor sports pitch was converted into an archery venue for the day! There was a local radio station inside too, which 'picked' on random stands, societies and dignitaries to give their thoughts over the airwaves.
This time my blog mainly contains a short write up about the Goole Hobbies Exhibition which I attended for the first time this last Saturday - 2 March 2013.
Held at the town's Leisure Centre, this was it's 33rd running, so obviously a well established event. Not until entering the place did I ever imagine what a size the venue is - it seems enormous! I attended as a member of the Goole Art Society which I joined last year, and had volunteered to help man their stand. Because of the logistics involved it made more sense for me to stay for the duration, which from 10.30 until 4.00pm was not over long. Like most stallholders at these events, I had time to wander round, stretch my legs and have a look at what else was on offer.
John shows that men can multi-task, by sketching and eating at the same time!
As it turned out I only managed to stay in the room where our stand was sited, but it was enough for me (what with the run down to the cafe for a brew every now and then). The main sports hall was also full of stalls and stands, and to top it all, the outdoor sports pitch was converted into an archery venue for the day! There was a local radio station inside too, which 'picked' on random stands, societies and dignitaries to give their thoughts over the airwaves.
Another 'corner' of our four-sided display.
During the day there must have been simply, hundreds of folks through the doors - I exaggerate not! From opening to closing, apart from a slight lull during lunchtime, the place was heaving. Good news is we had plenty of interest on our display, Mel sold one of his elephant oils, and we have hopefully recruited 2 new members, which has to be a good thing. Plenty of our little 'fliers' and leaflets were taken, so perhaps some will follow those up and turn up on one of our Monday night sessions.
The whole thing was very well run, and have to mention the others manning all manner of stands. They were all very, very friendly indeed, ever so helpful with nothing being too much trouble, and they had as much time for you as you wanted to stand and talk to them, despite the crowds. It was a really enjoyable event, and I'll look forward to it next year.
The next 'event' is this coming Monday, when we have a Alan Smith coming to give a demonstration of 'Seascape With Boat' in watercolour. Venue is Room 20, Goole College, Boothferry Road, Goole, starting at 7.00pm sharp. Entry is £3.00 for non-members.
Whatever your art, enjoy it.
Regards,
Paul
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