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Halifax Art Society

Local art society in West Yorkshire, UK

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Free Choice

27 April, 2026 Halifax Art Society

24th April 2026 – Members spent time this morning either completing work from a previous workshop or on something of their choice. Lynda took the opportunity to explain what to expect in the May workshops where we will be exploring different printing techniques.

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Create your own Cartoon Strip

25 April, 2026 Halifax Art Society

17th April 2026 – This is a continuation from Lynne’s Cartoon workshop. Members had the opportunity to create their own cartoon strip following some great advice and tips from Lynne.

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Mixed Media Workshop

29 March, 2026 Halifax Art Society

27th March 2026 – this workshop was led by Janet who brought in a lot of ideas, materials and examples that inspired members to have a go at some abstract painting. It was interesting to see the effects of using different medium in one painting.

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Drawing Cartoons

16 March, 2026 Halifax Art Society

13th March 2026 – This workshop was led by Lynne Hickin. Everyone had fun learning all about cartoons – drawing funny faces and different expressions with just a few simple lines. There will be another Cartoon session with Lynne where we will develop a cartoon strip.

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Inspired by DIEBENKORN

6 March, 2026 Halifax Art Society

6th March 2026 – Following on from Dominic Vince’s talk last week, members had the opportunity to create an abstract expressionist painting based on Richard Diebenkorn’s style/technique.

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  • A.G.M. 22 May, 2026 at 10:30 am – 1:00 pm All Saints Parish Hall, Godfrey Rd, Halifax HX3 0LY, UK Meeting followed by refreshments. Bring a favourite piece of work to show.
  • Time for Tea 29 May, 2026 at 10:30 am – 1:00 pm All Saints Parish Hall, Godfrey Rd, Halifax HX3 0LY, UK Still Life with Buns - any medium

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All Saints Parish Church Hall, Godfrey Road, Skircoat Green, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 0LY ~ Friday mornings 10:30am to 1:00pm

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