Exhibitions Recent Shows and courses
Ion Celebration
COMING UP
In Celebration of TREES : 8th - 24th May SARAH BAULCH GALLERY Herne Bay.
Various artists working on the theme of trees. Join us for the private viewing 8th May 6-8pm.
Drawing with Charcoal One day Course : SATURDAY 20th JUNE. (0ne place left!)
Learn the fundamentals of charcoal drawing with artist Garry Parsons.
Creative Courses, Faversham. Details below. Visit Creative Courses website to book your place.
Drawing with Charcoal One day Course : SATURDAY 26th JUNE.
Learn the fundamentals of charcoal drawing with artist Garry Parsons.
Creative Courses, Faversham. Details below. Visit Creative Courses website to book your place.
Previous Shows
East Kent Artists Open
house: Open two weekends 18th & 19th, 25th & 26th October 2025
From 11am untill 5pm. 92 Beltinge Road, Herne Bay Kent, CT66HL
Full details of all the artists taking part can be found at EKOH.org and on the usual social media channels
Coastal : Group show - Sarah Baulch Gallery - Herne Bay July/August 2025
Trees : Various artists - Garage Gallery - Herne Bay - August 2025
BIRDS An Exhibition of Charcoal Drawings by Garry Parsons. 3rd - 17th May 2025 - Chapters Coffee & Books
Winter’s Tale : Beach Creative - Herne Bay December 2024
East Kent Artist Open House - October 2024
The King’s Hall Summer Show Herne Bay - Mixed exhibition of local artists from East Kent. August 2024
Art Dog London - Garry Parsons and Lulu Ditzel May 2024
Sarah Baulch Gallery - Garry Parsons - Charcoal, Solo show April 2024
On going
& By Donna Reeves - Ware, Hertfordshire.
In Celebration of Trees
Sarah Baulch Gallery | 8th – 24th May 2026
Celebrate the beauty, symbolism, and importance of trees through a diverse and inspiring collection of artworks at In Celebration of Trees. Hosted by the Sarah Baulch Gallery, this exhibition brings together a talented group of artists working across painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media.
Set in the welcoming surroundings of the URC Church on Mortimer Street in Herne Bay, the exhibition invites visitors to explore how trees influence creativity, memory, and our connection to the natural world. From expressive interpretations to detailed studies, each piece reflects a unique perspective on one of nature’s most enduring subjects.
Event Details
Dates: 8th – 24th May 2026
Location: URC Church, Mortimer Street, Herne Bay, CT6 5EB
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for inspiration, In Celebration of Trees offers a rich and engaging experience for all visitors.
Drawing with Charcoal
SATURDAY 20th JUNE
10am to 4pm
Everyone has a unique drawing style. Through experimentation and observation this workshop will develop your skills, and help you to discover your own language of mark-making.What to expectThis enjoyable one day workshop covers the fundamentals of charcoal drawing. The focus will be on combining the free-flowing, expressive marks commonly associated with the medium with the dexterity required for accurate, intricate, and subtle detail.The day will help demystify and rediscover charcoal, providing you with the skills required to get the most from this incredibly diverse medium.You will be encouraged to create charcoal drawings that balance expressive energy with refined detail, enhancing both your confidence and skill.
Morning:
An introduction to materials
.• An overview of different forms of charcoal types: willow, compressed and charcoal pencils and the tools to erase, blur, reduce and soften, using putty rubbers, brushes and blenders.
• Experimenting with ways to make marks through addition and subtraction and combining methods to create texture, depth and richness.
Afternoon:
Still life drawing
• Practicing observational drawing skills from the study of a central arrangement, examining light, shadow, midtones, texture and composition.
• Exploring, refining and blending techniques, keeping areas of the paper clean and using tools for precision.
What you will take away
• A series of small quick mark making exercises and studies you can use as reference for future drawings.
• A larger, more considered still-life study in charcoal.
• Increased confidence in expressing your unique drawing language.
Suitable for those completely new to drawing in charcoal, as well as more experienced artists looking to add to their skillset.
Your tutor:
Garry Parsons is a very successful artist and illustrator, with an illustration career spanning over two decades of working with some of the UK's most respected children's book authors. His fine art practice focuses on the natural world, with charcoal as his medium of choice. Read more on our tutors page.Tea and coffee is provided, and you are welcome to use our small kitchen. There is a shop a short walk away, and parking at the weekend is easily available just outside. We're on the first floor, with no lift access.
Tea and coffee is provided, and you are welcome to use our small kitchen. There is a shop a short walk away, and parking at the weekend is easily available just outside. We're on the first floor, with no lift access.
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