Our June event the Painting
Competition organised by the Vennel Traders was a great success.
Artists could choose a location along the river from Kingholm Quay
to Lincluden Abbey and over the three days there were altogether 79
entries. First prize, top right, was won by Jenny Smith with her
painting of the pedestrian bridge near the swimming pool. The 2nd
prize, bottom right, was won by our Secretary and Treasurer, Andrew
Grindall with this watercolour painted at Kingholm Quay.
Another contribution by our Society was a gift by one of our members
who wishes to remain anonymous. This was a donation of £50 for two
prizes to be awarded to very young artists, one for a girl and one
for a boy. |
Proposed new footbridge
There is a proposal for a new footbridge across the river as part of
the Town Regeneration Programme. It would be from the Whitesands,
down from Bank Street to Millbrae on the Maxwelltown side. I have
written to those concerned asking to be kept informed on this
matter. In his reply to my letter Jon Mengham, of the Planning &
Environment Services, said:
the proposals are only at their vaguest and there is unlikely to be
any progress in the near future. Should firm proposals come forward
I will be happy to keep you informed.
|
Society Member
on TV
Committee member Luke Moloney,
who had entered the Painting Competition, was interviewed by Border
ITV who were doing a programme about the Nith. As far as we know
this is to be shown in early August. I don't have a definite date so
keep a keen lookout for it. We are also looking at an idea put
forward by Luke regarding the possibility of making greetings cards
of some of the entries. These would be for sale to help us with
funds for the Society
New committee member
We've been very fortunate in co-opting member Betty Jardine to our
committee. Welcome Betty and thank you. |
