A Brief History

In August 1968, a group of ten local artists met with the common interest of forming an art group. Byfleet Village Hall was their first venue and with a charge of five shillings per member the Amateur Art Class was born.

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One month later the headmaster at St Mary's, Mr H E Robinson, suggested they meet at his school and so they became known as Byfleet Art Group.

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John Brangwyn, a prominent local artist and tutor for the group, painted a fine oil of
Mill Lane, Byfleet to commemorate St Mary's school conservation project in 1970. It still hangs in the school hall today.

 

Today

BAG now meet at St Mary's Church Hall, 124 Church Road, Byfleet KT14 7NF on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 9-30pm, for an evening of painting and sketching.

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With ample parking and experienced tutors offering friendly and helpful advice, we are a popular and successful group who, having already celebrated our 50th anniversary are now looking forward to celebrating our 60th!

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We run an inspirational programme of events throughout the year, including demonstrations by visiting professional artists and workshops which non members are welcome to attend as an accompanied guest of a member for a fee of £6.

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During the year we hold two exhibitions at the Catholic Church Hall, Madeira Road, West Byfleet KT14 6BH where our members' work can be viewed and purchased along with prints and greetings cards.

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New members, from absolute beginners to experienced artists, are very welcome and encouraged to pop in on any Tuesday evening to get a feel for the group. You are welcome to attend two meetings for free before making the decision to join.

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The yearly fee paid in September, is £60.

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