One Chippenham

Exhibition: Spotlight On 4 - Modern and Contemporary Art from the Collection of Chippenham Museum
2025-02-17 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Open Monday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm, until 8 March.
This exhibition is the fourth in Chippenham Museum’s Spotlight series dedicated to its growing Modern and Contemporary Art Collection.
The project began in 2019 with the desire to celebrate the rich artistic history of this part of North Wiltshire. As a permanent collection, it acts as a source of inspiration, education and enjoyment for all.
At the heart of the Modern and Contemporary Art Collection are works that acknowledge the legacy of the Bath Academy of Art in Corsham, a pioneering residential art school that counted some of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art amongst its teachers and students.
North Wiltshire’s creativity proudly extends beyond the Academy, and the collection records and celebrates the many contemporary artists who continue to live and work in this area today.
The exhibition featured work by the following artists:
Kay Le Seelleur Ara, Kenneth Armitage, Guy Bigland, Alma Boyes, Susie Brooks, John Chilver, Dominic Clare, Andrew Cross, William Crozier, Anna Currey, Simone Dawood, Stephen Ellis, Alex Faulkner, Selina Fischer, Astrid Furnival, John Furnival, Katherine Gili, Patrick Haines, Keith Harrison, Verity James, Richard Kennedy, David King, Julia Manning, Michael Stubbs, Marianne Fox-Ockinga, Ione Parkin, Tim Parry-Williams, Michael Pennie, Jackie Pope, Terry Pope, Paul Rudall, James Scott, Robert Scott, William Scott, Jack Shirreff, Alice Sielle, Hugh Hamshaw Thomas, Julia Vezza, Helen Wilks, and Alistair Young.
Further details about the artworks can also be found in the accompanying catalogue available in the museum shop.

Half-Term Paint-Along Class
2025-02-18 09:30 - 11:00 | Sheldon Methodist Church, Audley Road, SN14 0DU
Join us for a fun and relaxed paint-along class this half term, where you’ll unleash your creativity and go home with a finished painting you’ll be proud of! This 1.5-hour session is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, with simple step-by-step guidance to help you bring your artwork to life.
Who’s It For?
• Designed for KS2 kids (aged 7-11 yr olds), but siblings are welcome too!
• Ideally suited for children to attend on their own due to limited space.
• However, if an adult would like to join in the fun, you’re welcome to participate for an additional £10 and ONE PARENT ONLY, and I’ll supply you with a canvas to paint alongside your child.
🖌️ When: Tuesday 18 Feb, 9-11am
🖌️ Where: Sheldon Road Church, Audley Rd, Chippenham
🖌️ Cost: £20 (all supplies included)
We’ll be painting a surprise animal—part of the fun is finding out what it’ll be on the day! Spaces are limited, so sign up quickly if you don’t want to miss out!
