Cardigan Art Society

Summer Exhibition 2006

Monday 3 July - Wednesday 26 July 2006

History

Cardigan Art Society was founded in the early sixties by a group of enthusiasts who wanted to arrange a biannual art exhibition in the town for people of all abilities both amateur and professional, who wished to exhibit their work.

One of the founders was the then Mayor of Cardigan Francis Mason and it was her intention that anyone who wanted to exhibit their work, no matter how good or bad should have the right to do so. This tradition has been maintained which means that the standard of work covers a broad range of skills. It also reveals the artistic achievement attainable within a local community.

Early exhibitions were held firstly in Saint Mary’s Church school, then in Bon Marche haberdashery shop and finally in an ex scout hut kindly purchased for the society by two of the members. It was not an ideal exhibition space.
Another founder member was the now well known local artist Aneurin Jones. He was the first chairman and later president. He still holds that office.

When the Theatr Mwldan first came into existence the society was heavily involved in its formation and provided all equipment for the art exhibition space. Members also helped to make a great deal of the theatre equipment .As a result CAS earned the right to hold two shows a year in the theatre.

During the rebuilding of the theatre CAS exhibitions were held in the Guildhall. It now returns to the much improved Oriel Mwldan and is delighted to be back home.

With such a broad spectrum of artistic styles and techniques on view there should be something to interest everyone.

Gallery Opening Times
10am - 8 pm Monday - Sunday

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Oriel Mwldan Patron Mary Lloyd Jones