Private View 2011
Richard Dorment, Chief Art Critic from The Daily Telegraph, opened this year's event on behalf of the chosen charity, PAPYRUS - Prevention of Young Suicide.
The five judges selected a great cross section of 200+ pieces from over 2,100 entries, to create a fantastic exhibition of contemporary works produced by both emerging and established artists from around the world.
Television presenter and artist, Gemma Hadley was master of ceremonies for the evening, and a special installation by artist and entrepreneur Martin Miller was featured during the 10 day event.
PAPYRUS Chairman, Stephen Habgood, and his wife, Sheila were guests of honour at a Private View on the eve of this year's Exhibition.
Speaking to some 200 invited guests, Stephen thanked all present for their support for PAPYRUS, explaining how we aim to reduce the number of young suicides in the UK.
"It was a fantastic evening and the art on display was brilliant. I received a great welcome and a number of people spoke to me about PAPYRUS and either their interest or involvement with the charity. A wonderful evening." noted Stephen.
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2010 Private View
More than 100 artists and guests attended the Private View for the 2010 Cork Street Open Exhibition on Wednesday, 11 August. Speakers included Big Issue founder, John Bird who also had two paintings in the Exhibition, Leukaemia survivor, Andy Jackson and Exhibition founder Kathryn Roberts.
In addition to two galleries of static art guests were treated to the unveiling of a living canvas painted by two-time World Champion body painter, Carolyn Roper. While Carolyn's art is often short lived, the life of this particular work was extended when a photograph of model, Rochelle Roberts was used for the 9-15 August cover of the London Edition Big Issue.
