The Rowlands Castle Painting Society held their Reunion Silver Cup Awards evening which produced work of a high standard that didn't disappoint. A big vote of thanks went to David Hughes who put a lot of work into the event, who with his team of helpers ensured that everyone attending had a very enjoyable evening.
This is an occasion where members enter work into 15 different categories anonymously, which is then judged by all the members, to produce the eventual winners. The meticulous planning that goes into the evening results in every part of the evening flowing seamlessly from start to finish. Pat and Ian Hoper, along with Suzanne and Robert Hughes set out a lavish buffet and worked hard all night on the catering. John Richards and Elizabeth Hickman-Taylor were in charge of the refreshments, serving wine and soft drinks. It all made for a really good evening.
Paddy Holmes, the patron of the Society presented the winners with their trophies and once again, the Society were most grateful for her continued support. Paddy's favourite painting of the evening was by Chris Easy who took the Jennings Wood Trophy for this entry. The winners were as follows:
Novice Cup - Gillian Howat, Cotterill Cup - Maureen Aldous, Watercolour Cup - Martin Gebbit, Field Cup - Terry Devaney, Acrylic Cup - Chris Easy, Portrait Cup - Bob Payne, Pastel Cup - Debbie Bone, Mixed Media - John Richards, Force Cup - Bob Payne, Flower Cup - Bob Payne, Wild Life - Debbie Bone, Creative Trophy - Barry Coppin, Domestic Animal - Bob Payne, Seascape - Julie Anderson, Life Study - Pat Hoper.
The members have now embarked on the summer picnic/painting days out across the region. Anyone who has a desire to join this popular Society and be with likeminded people may do so and would be most welcome. Membership fees at this time of the year would be pro rata. Please contact the Society for further details