commission4mission in Harlow

commission4mission's exhibition for the Barking Episcopal Area Arts Festival opened today and continues until 4.00pm on Monday 27th May. This is a pop-up exhibition at 20 Broadwalk, Harlow Town Centre CM20 1HT.

The exhibition features work by Ross Ashmore, Harvey Bradley, Elizabeth Duncan Meyer, Jonathan Evens, Ken James, Mark Lewis, Caroline Richardson, Henry Shelton, Joy Rousell Stone and Peter Webb. The exhibition includes ceramics, drawings, fused glass, paintings, photographs, sculptures and wooden reliefs. Much of the work being shown is for sale.

There will be a lunchtime reception during the exhibition on Saturday 25th May from 1.00 - 3.00pm, to which all are welcome and which has been timed to follow on from the art talks taking place at St Paul's Harlow that same morning. Click here and here for more information on other Festival events.

Those visiting Harlow for the Festival are likely to also be interested in its other artistic attractions. Sited throughout Harlow is a collection of sculptures of national significance. In the main squares and precincts, in numerous public buildings and at several schools, sculptures by artists, both famous and lesser known, are to be found. The Gibberd Gallery houses the impressive Frederick Gibberd Collection of 20th Century British Watercolours and Drawings as well as staging temporary exhibitions and community displays. The Gibberd Garden was created by Sir Frederick Gibberd, the planner of Harlow New Town, who designed the garden and filled the grounds with sculptures, ceramic pots and architectural salvage.  The Gallery at Parndon Mill has become a focus for the artists who have studios at Parndon Mill, and for those who work further afield. Gatehouse Arts has two galleries with a changing programme of exhibitions and events, promoting the work of resident artists and local community groups. Harlow Playhouse is a leading theatre venue providing a wide range of entertainment.