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Halifax Art Society

Local art society in West Yorkshire, UK

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ENCORE – from the Playhouse

17 February, 2026 Halifax Art Society

13th February 2026 – presented by Janet, this morning was another chance for members to work from vintage and recent programmes kindly provided by the Halifax Playhouse. The finished artwork will be displayed at the Playhouse later this year.

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The Green Turtle – back from the brink

3 February, 2026 Halifax Art Society

23rd January 2026 – This workshop was led by Lynda, who brought in many examples of her own artwork depicting these fascinating creatures. Lynda also provided templates and ideas to help members to create their own artwork.

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In the Bleak Midwinter

23 January, 2026 Halifax Art Society

16th January 2026 – This workshop led by Carol was really enjoyable. Carol provided many wonderfully snowy photos and books. Members worked in a variety of mediums.

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A Poem from Janet

22 January, 2026 Halifax Art Society

9th January 2026 – Janet led this first workshop of the year and as in previous years, selected a poem for members to paint – Jenny Joseph’s poem “When I am an old woman I shall wear purple”. Janet was brilliantly dressed as the character of the poem and members could either draw her or something from one of the pictures/books provided.

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Hand Made Paper Artwork

14 October, 2025 Halifax Art Society

10th October 2025 – Following on from last weeks hand made paper demonstration, Jenny left a lot of paper for members to practice on this week. Lynda and Lynne provided a variety of stamps, there were also gel pens, acrylic, coloured pens etc for members to be creative with.

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  • DOMINIC VINCE - illustrated talk on the art and life of Richard Diebenkorn 27 February, 2026 at 10:30 am – 1:00 pm All Saints Parish Hall, Godfrey Rd, Halifax HX3 0LY, UK
  • Inspired by Diebenkorn - create your own Abstract Expressionism 6 March, 2026 at 10:30 am – 1:00 pm All Saints Parish Hall, Godfrey Rd, Halifax HX3 0LY, UK

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