Archive for September 2010
Art in the Underbelly Presents:
A Solo Photography Show from Ryan Watts
Image by Ryan Watts.
Art in the Under Belly is a new creative space for Norwich. Housed beneath The Rumsey Wells pub, its aim is to offer artists the opportunity to exhibit in an intriguing and unusual environment. Far from being another gallery, the space is a converted cellar packed into intimate surroundings. There are no white walls or large floor spaces, instead the walls and the space retain much of their original character, adding to the individuality of the surroundings. The space is open Mondays from 12-5pm and Tuesday to Fridays from 1-3pm. Showcasing new works or work previously not exhibited in Norwich, its monthly private views are based not only around the art on show but also a program of live music and DJ’s, the aim being to bring another element to the already blossoming Norwich arts scene.
This exhibition by Norwich-based Photographer Ryan Watts centres on his captivating band photography featuring local, national and international acts from venues in Norwich and across East Anglia. An avid fan of live music, he has photographed acts including Duke Special, The White Rabbits, The Brownies, The Vagaband, Violet Violet and Spidermilk and this show will feature a selection of the finest images from those shoots. Ryan’s photographs capture moments that flash by in an instant, that the audience glimpses only fleetingly. To take the audience one step closer to the energy that is captured in the images, Ryan will be curating two evenings of live music from some of the bands he has captured over the last two years.
Of his work, Ryan says: “If one thing links the musicians to have made it into this exhibition, it is an outstanding ability to inject their music with raw emotion. In my live music photography, I have no interest to speak of in simply capturing well-known or attractive faces. Only the music matters. If a singer’s face is scrunched up, sweaty and exhausted, or a guitarist is making frantic movements at the climax of a song, it is a joy to watch. I can testify that it is also a joy to photograph”.
Art in the Underbelly Presents:
A Solo Photography Show from Ryan Watts
October 6th-Nov 2nd
Opening Night: October 6thth 8-12am
Art in the Underbelly, The Rumsey Wells, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 4AF
DON’T LET THE ‘FAMILY’ BECOME A THING OF THE PAST!
View of the Orangery at Blickling Hall.
Televisions, games consoles, computers… it’s no wonder that recent statistics have shown that the average family spends as little as 49 minutes together a day*. The National Trust in Norfolk is helping people to re-discover the simpler pleasures in life by launching a fun and challenging activity which ticks all the boxes for family exploration and fun.
Those looking to escape the stress of day-to-day life and spend quality time with loves ones in the great outdoors need look no further than the majestic backdrop of Blickling Hall, one of Norfolk’s best-loved stately homes. From 25 September to 31 October, The Big Blickling Treasure Trail is the perfect activity for families to explore history and nature together.
Just 15 miles from Norwich, Blickling Hall, with its treasure trove of romantic buildings, intriguing history, woodland wilderness and perfect picnic spots, provides the ideal location for a fun and engaging treasure trail. Children and adults alike will love working together, putting their map-reading and code-cracking skills to the test while enjoying some fresh air and exercise. Along with taking part in the treasure trail visitors can cycle, play games and have a picnic, making a whole day of it.
The Eastern end of the Parterre Garden at Blickling Hall.
So here’s your chance to tear yourself away from the TV, wrestle the Wii from the kids and engage the whole family in solving the intriguing mystery of The Big Blickling Treasure Trail as well as finding out a multitude of fascinating, historical and unusual facts about one of the region’s finest historical landmarks. With cost one of the main constraints to a family day out, The Big Blickling Treasure Trail at just £20 for a family ticket**, provides a fun day out, the chance to win a selection of prizes – including a weekend away in one of the National Trust’s idyllic holiday cottages, parking and access into the hall for two adults and two children.
Helen Bailey, general manager of Blickling Hall, comments: “Spending time with our friends and family is so important, but busy lifestyles so often get in the way. Our trail is a great way of getting out of the house and doing something different that will challenge the brain cells, capture the imagination with Blickling’s exciting history and encourage some fun in the outdoors.”
So come along and create your own family adventure – the real treasure, if you ask us.
Family of Norfolk-Enjoyers at Blickling Hall, Aylsham.
For further information, please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk or view the Treasure Trail information leaflet here.
The Big Blickling Treasure Trail is open to all ages. Please note that part of the trail involves the hall itself – which is open from 11.00am to 4.30pm.
A Family Ticket is £20.
* Source: National Family Week, May 2010
**Free to National Trust members
October sees Neal’s Yard Remedies establish a UK first with the launch of NYR Colour: it is the only cosmetics range with an eye colour collection to be certified organic by the internationally recognised Soil Association.
NYR Colour Capsule Collection.
Available at Neal’s Yard Remedies stores, and online, from October 2010, the new capsule collection features sheer and nourishing lip glosses, mineral powder shadows and smooth-glide eye liners to create an elegant, natural look. NYR Colour products ‘colour with care’ as they are formulated with antioxidant White Tea and Vitamin E, combined with nourishing oils and waxes to give added moisture, protection and nourishment to the skin.
This fabulous new range includes:
Mineral Eye Shadow (£10.25/1g pot). 11% organic, 88% natural minerals, Soil Association certified.
Available in flattering Autumnal shades Sage, Barley, Camelia and Truffle, this eye shadow with inherent anti-inflammatory and soothing properties has a light powder texture for even coverage and easy application.
Eye Liners (£9/1.25g pencil) 37% organic,
Available in Midnight, Oak and Slate shades. All 3 eye liners are made with FSC certified wood and contain natural ingredients such as Organic Beeswax and Organic Sunflower Seed Oil to give a smooth, soothing texture without compromising on your finished look.
NYR Colour Lip Gloss (£9/25ml tube). Min. 87% organic, Soil Association certified.
Available in natural shades, English Rose, Bayberry, Rosehip, Nude, Natural and Mulberry. These six long lasting shades provide intense moisture to lips while delivering a fantastic gloss. Our favourite bit – the inclusion of Sweet Orange Peel Oil, which gives a sweet and refreshing flavour and scent. Lovely.
The range will be available from October 2010 at Neal’s Yard Remedies Norwich, 26 Lower Goat Lane, Norwich, NR2 1EL. (Tel: 01603 766681).
Even better news? EnjoyMent Privilege Cardholders qualify for a rather generous 20% discount off all products in Neal’s Yard Remedies, Norwich, including this new make-up range. What better excuse to stock up for Christmas… all those lunches, parties and presents…
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