WHAT does wholeness mean to you?
In a post-pandemic world, with war in Europe and the cost of living crisis appearing unending, is it possible to have a sense of wholeness?
These are just some of the themes at the heart of a community art exhibition at Redlands Parish Church (St Luke’s) Church Hall, Erleigh Road in Reading this weekend.
Artists new and established will tackle the meaning of wholeness in both painting, drawings and photography.
Leslee Barron who is organising the event said around 30 local artists are exhibiting alongside craft stalls including refreshments.
“This is the first of two exhibitions this year, with the second planned for November or December,” she explained.
“It tackles a very big theme which will be interpreted in different ways by a wide range of artists.
“The exhibition is being held in a church but that doesn’t mean all the exhibitors are religious. I want artists to say what wholeness means to them.
“Some of those involved have never exhibited before. Events like this hopefully encourage people to be bold and individual. That is exciting.”
Leslee added the art scene in Reading was alive and well and thriving despite the covid lockdown and rising cost of artist materials.
“There is a real buzz around the town and an increasing number of artistic hubs and communities.
“I hope local people will come to the exhibition to see the huge talent on show from local artists. Some of the work will be available for sale and there will be a wide range of items from the many craft stalls.”
The exhibition runs from Friday, March 24 through to Monday, March 27.
The church is open from 10am to 4pm on Friday, Saturday and Monday, and noon to 5pm on the Sunday. Entry is free.
