A Sea Change - Art in Romney Marsh 2022

About

Venues: St George’s Church, Ivychurch, St Clement’s Church, Old Romney, St Mary the virgin, St Mary in the Marsh, St Augustine, Brookland, Thomas à Becket, Fairfield

Contemporary art in medieval churches, inspiring landscapes, history and heritage.
Art in Romney Marsh 2022 is a celebration of exciting perspectives on the title A Sea Change. The works address issues of cultural identity, sexuality, representation, diversity, and inclusivity.

Exhibiting artists: Madinah Farhannah Thompson, Giles Round, Maggie Scott, Emily Moore, Rebecca Youssefi, Rachael House, Margate Pride, Joseph Williams

Special events:

Modern Nature Flag Making Workshop
8/9 October St George Church, Ivychurch 1 - 5pm
A drop in modern nature inspired flag making workshops. Alll welcome.

Paper Embroidery Demonstration
8/9 October St Clements, Old Romney 1 - 5pm
Thurle Wright will be in residence demonstrating her Paper Embroidery. There will be an opportunity to try it out for yourself. Drop in, all welcome.

Traces: Drawing in Motion
9 October St George’s Church, Ivychurch 2 – 4pm
Explore drawing and mark-making as process, using the movement of your body with Rebecca Youssefi. This workshop is inspired by the artist’s interdisciplinary drawing practice in which she creates large-scale drawings on the floor. Drop in, no booking required, though space is limited. Wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting messy. Suitable for all ages. Children should be accompanied by an adult.