Com
e along to Gracefield Arts Centre Café Bar on Wednesday 16 February at 7pm as Roncadora Press launches new pamphlets in the form of Hugh Bryden’s increasingly admired artists’ books. Poets Andrew Forster and Jean Atkin will read from 'Digging' and 'Lost at Sea'. Admission free.
‘Digging’ has been written by Andrew Forster, Literature Officer for The Wordsworth Trust in Grasmere. Gorgeously illustrated and designed by Roncadora, the collection focuses on Andrew’s experience of living and working in the Lake District. Andrew’s first collection, Fear of Thunder, published by Flambard, was shortlisted for the Forward First Collection Prize in 2007. His second book, Territory (2010) is about his time in the former mining village of Leadhills in South West Scotland. ‘His descriptions of country life through the seasons offer an evocative perspective on living amidst the forces of nature…’ Poetry Book Society
Jean Atkin’s new pamphlet ‘Lost At Sea’ revolves around her exploration of the lives and experience of her Shetland forebears, and her own first visit to the islands. Jean has been a winner in several poetry competitions, including the Ravenglass Poetry Press Competition, which resulted in her short collection ‘The Treeless Region’, being published in 2010. ‘The Treeless Region is a small book but a fine one. Northwords Now
Alongside the readings, well known Dumfries artist Hugh Bryden will be exhibiting illustrations, covers and designs for his Roncadora Press books at a new exhibition at Gracefield Arts Centre until 12 March. Hugh's also running a series of workshops, including an evening workshop on 9 March from which you will emerge with your own design for a poetry pamphlet - tremendous opportunity to extend your practice and have a great time. To book a place contact Gracefield Arts Centre on 01387 262084.
