BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Diana Hand - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Diana Hand X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dianahand.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Diana Hand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20250911T175435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T175435Z UID:568877-1759831200-1762016400@dianahand.com SUMMARY:The Horse in Art exhibition 7th October to 1st November\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:This year’s Horse in Art exhibition showcases the best of works by members of  the Society of Equestrian Artists and is delivered in association with Bedmax Shavings. The Exhibition runs from 7th October – 1st November 2025 at The Garden Rooms at Tennants\, Leyburn\, DL8 5SG and is free to visit. There is a wonderful cafe on site and all visitors are welcome. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-horse-in-art-exhibition-7th-october-to-1st-november-2025/ LOCATION:Tennants Auctioneers\, Leyburn\, DL8 5SG\, Harmby Road\, Leyburn\, North Yorkshire\, DL8 5SG CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/wp-poster.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Society of Equestrian Artists":MAILTO:sec@equestrianartists.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20250402T164314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T180414Z UID:568385-1754092800-1754265599@dianahand.com SUMMARY:ART IN THE PARK Leamington Spa 2nd and 3rd August\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:I am so delighted to showing my work at this great festival in August.  Horse paintings\, prints and general all round show of some of my favourite things URL:https://dianahand.com/event/art-in-the-park-leamington-spa-2nd-and-3rd-august-2025/ LOCATION:Victoria Jephson Gardens\, Royal Leamington Spa\, Warwickshire\, CV32 5AA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20250504T122432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T161814Z UID:568409-1750413600-1750611600@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Great Northern Contemporary Art and Craft Fair Newcastle upon Tyne 20th - 22nd June\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:A major new event hosted by  Great Northern Craft Fairs \nI am looking forward to showing my work at this event hosted by Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fairs \nI will be showing velvet and silk scarves made in “collaboration” with my abstract paintings. \n  URL:https://dianahand.com/event/great-northern-craft-fair-newcastle-upon-tyne-20th-22nd-june-2025/ LOCATION:Northumbria University\, Northumberland Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Northumberland\, NE1 8ST\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20240418T182356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T163053Z UID:567331-1745056800-1745773200@dianahand.com SUMMARY:TRANSFORMATIONS 19th to 27th April\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Moving from realism to abstraction. \nA collection of large dramatic canvases originally inspired by an image of a horse in a winter woodland setting. Horses\, especially in their natural environment\, are at the heart of Diana Hand’s inspiration. This paintings are the result of intense study and experimentation to discover the essential shapes and sensations of the subject. \n \n  URL:https://dianahand.com/event/transformations/ LOCATION:St Margaret’s House\, 151 London Road\, EDINBURGH\, EH7 6AE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/wp-collage-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241202 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20241117T174415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T174943Z UID:567865-1732924800-1733097599@dianahand.com SUMMARY:CHRISTMAS MARKET ALBERT HALLS STIRLING FK8 2QL DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DAY!   A great chance to find special and unusual gifts at this lovely Christmas Fair near the historic heart of Stirling.  Albert Halls has opened a new child-friendly cafe so bring the family and meet your friends.  I shall be showing “horse-friendly” gifts such as painting\, prints\, mugs\, cards …. and much more. \nI look forward to meeting you!   Diana URL:https://dianahand.com/event/christmas-market-albert-halls-stirling-fk8-2ql/ LOCATION:Albert Halls\, Stirling\, Dumbarton Road\, Stirling\, Stirlingshire\, FK8 2Q\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/wp-lane-2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241019T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241019T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20230318T195002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T174013Z UID:565748-1729332000-1729353600@dianahand.com SUMMARY:"The Art of Drawing Horses" at Gargunnock 19th October\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nA day of exploration for horse lovers and artists alike as we experiment with charcoal and ink to create expressive drawings based on your own ideas and images. \nAll are welcome.  Gargunnock Community Centre is the perfect space with lots of light and room – and easy parking! URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-art-of-drawing-horses-at-gargunnock-21st-october-202/ LOCATION:Gargunnock Community Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\, Stirlingshire\, FK8 3BJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/wp-BIG-DRAWING-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240831T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241002T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20240803T183200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T154735Z UID:567483-1725102000-1727884800@dianahand.com SUMMARY:The Horse in Art Exhibition 31st August to 1st October\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nI shall be exhibiting at The Society of Equestrian  Artists annual exhibition with the two works shown above. This is a brilliant opportunity for exhibitors and buyers alike to see some first class equestrian art in a beautiful gallery. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/horse-in-art-2024/ LOCATION:Rose Paterson Art Gallery\, Weston Park\, Shifnal\, Shropshire\, TF11 8LE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/wp-Drawing-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Society of Equestrian Artists":MAILTO:sec@equestrianartists.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240829T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240901T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20240411T194813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T162232Z UID:567253-1724925600-1725224400@dianahand.com SUMMARY:The Festival of the Iberian Horse August 29th to September 1st 2024 Westpoint\, Devon DESCRIPTION:A wonderful festival of Spanish culture and horses.  I am thrilled to be showing my work at this event\, which runs from 28th August to 1st September.  It was everything I expected and far more!!!  Ten amazing horses specially transported from Cordoba\, Andalucia – with their superb team of riders\, grooms and dancers\, of course. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-festival-of-the-iberian-horse-august-29th-to-september-1st-2024-westpoint-devon/ LOCATION:Westpoint\, Clyst St. Mary\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX5 1DJ\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191123T211506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T172013Z UID:225193-1718841600-1719187199@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Royal Highland Show 20th to 23rd June\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is a famous agricultural show\, the focus for Scottish farming and a great day out for everyone of all ages. \nBreeders and farmers will present their finest stock at this show   It is a wonderful showcase and spectacle. \nIn 2024 I will be demonstrating my equestrian drawing again and showing original drawings and paintings both for sale and to inspire you to commission a new artwork!  I have news about a wonderful new book “Applied Equine Psychology” by Felicity George\,  Sharon Smith and Dr. Marie-Louise Holmes.   This book includes 50 colour and black and white illustrations by me.  Also on show will be a beautiful range of horse-lovers’  gifts such as calendar\, cards\, mugs and high quality prints. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/royal-highland-show-18th-to-21st-june-2020/ LOCATION:Royal Highland Showground\, Ingleston \, Edinburgh \, EH28 8NB CATEGORIES:Public show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-highland-show.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20220315T192741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T173450Z UID:564700-1716631200-1716652800@dianahand.com SUMMARY:"The Art of Drawing Horses" at Belwade Farm\, Aboyne 25th May\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin me\, Diana\, and a group of passionate horse lovers for a day of drawing to celebrate the horse. \nWe will start with spontaneous abstract mark-making as a warm-up before we move into an exploration of basic anatomy.  Work from your own ideas and images using ink and charcoal. \nThis is a superb venue in the World Horse Rescue Centre\, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Aberdeenshire.  There is a good cafe/restaurant on site so time for a pleasant lunch.   Also we will be able to put our learning to use in the afternoon when we will have the chance to sketch some of the horses! URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-art-of-drawing-horses-at-belwade-farm-aboyne-20th-may-2024/ LOCATION:Belwade Farm\, Aboyne\, AB34 5BJ CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/wp-mhairi-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20240203T170156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T173747Z UID:567111-1711188000-1711209600@dianahand.com SUMMARY:"Drawing the Horse's Head" Gargunnock 23rd March 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThis new class will focus on drawing the horse’s head.  I have studied the anatomy of the head in depth\, and would like to explore this with a group of horse lovers and artists. \nWe will begin with a warm up using charcoal and/ink\, and then concentrate on exploring the proportions\, the underlying structure of the head\, the features and the muscles.  All these aspects create the form and the surface appearance.  You may want to use your love of horses to make creative drawings inspired by this study or you may want to learn more about making figurative drawing.  Either is fine.  You are welcome to bring your own favourite images\, or I will have a collection of books for you to use. \nIf you are just starting in drawing horses\, this will also be of interest to you\, and I might try to include some more general information as well.   The workshop is held in the community centre in Gargunnock\, an attractive village a few miles west of Stirling.  Facilities are excellent\, with a well lit studio room and a private kitchen for our use. \nCHILDREN  UNDER 12 HALF PRICE WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT  – contact me at info@dianahand.com/07403414312 for details \nWe will work from 10 am to 4 pm\, with a break for lunch. All materials are provided. \n  URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-art-of-drawing-horses-at-gargunnock-21st-october-202-2/ LOCATION:Gargunnock Community Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\, Stirlingshire\, FK8 3BJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/wp-drawing-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230716 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20230407T163406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T195723Z UID:565780-1689206400-1689465599@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Patchings ArtFest 2023 DESCRIPTION:  \n \nI am delighted to be participating as artist and demonstrator in the Patchings Art Fest for 2023.  This is a fabulous creative event that takes place in the Nottinghamshire countryside and brings together artists\, craftspeople\, art product manufacturers and the art-loving public for a wonderful three-day event in July.  This will be a special year as Patchings is celebrating the 30th anniversary. \n  URL:https://dianahand.com/event/patchings-artfest-2023/ LOCATION:Patchings Arts Centre\, Oxton Road\, Calverton\, Nottinghamshire\, NG14 6NU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Public show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220611T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20220316T194415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T182926Z UID:564709-1654941600-1654963200@dianahand.com SUMMARY:"The Art of Drawing Horses" Gargunnock\, Stirling 11th June\, 2022 DESCRIPTION:  \n \nI look forward to resuming my regular drawing classes this year. As part of Forth Valley Art Beat I will be teaching a day workshop at  Gargunnock Community Centre\, in the attractive village of Gargunnock\, just outside Stirling. \nIn the workshop students will begin by free mark-making with charcoal\, and then continue by using imagination or favourite personal imagery to develop expressive drawings. Many people in Diana’s classes have experienced a revelation as they realise perhaps for the first time ever that they really are able to draw and in the process to express their love of horses. \nWe will work from 10 am to 4 pm\, with a break for lunch. All materials are provided\, and the space is delightful. Details of the workshop can also be found in the Art Beat brochure and website. \nTO FIND OUT MORE AND BOOK CLICK HERE URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-art-of-drawing-horses-gargunnock-11th-june-2022/ LOCATION:Gargunnock Community Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\, Stirlingshire\, FK8 3BJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220316T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220316T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20220316T195746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T183046Z UID:564718-1647417600-1647450000@dianahand.com SUMMARY:"The Art of Drawing Horses" Gargunnock\, Stirling 22nd October\, 2022 DESCRIPTION:I look forward to resuming my regular drawing classes this year\, and in October will be teaching a day workshop at Gargunnock Community Centre\, in the attractive village of Gargunnock\, just outside Stirling. In the workshop students will begin by free mark-making with charcoal\, and then continue by using imagination or favourite personal imagery to develop expressive drawings. Many people in Diana’s classes have experienced a revelation as they realise perhaps for the first time ever that they really are able to draw and in the process to express their love of horses. \nWe will work from 10 am to 4 pm\, with a break for lunch. All materials are provided. \nTO FIND OUT MORE AND BOOK  CLICK HERE URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-art-of-drawing-horses-gargunnock-stirling-22nd-october-2022/ LOCATION:Warwickshire CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220316T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220316T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20220316T193234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T200626Z UID:564705-1647417600-1647450000@dianahand.com SUMMARY:"The Art of Drawing Horses Workshop" Belwade Farm\, Aboyne 21st May\, 2022 DESCRIPTION:I look forward to resuming my regular drawing classes this year. I am delighted that we shall be able to run a workshop at Belwade Farm\, Aberdeenshire. This is a World Horse Welfare Centre\, and a fascinating and worth-while place to visit.  With luck we will have live models to practise our drawing skills! In the workshop students will begin by free mark-making with charcoal\, and then continue by using imagination or favourite personal imagery to develop expressive drawings. Many people in Diana’s classes have experienced a revelation as they realise perhaps for the first time ever that they really are able to draw and in the process to express their love of horses. \nWe will work from 10 am to 4 pm\, with a break for lunch. All materials are provided. \nTO FIND OUT MORE AND BOOK CLICK HERE URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshop-belwade-farm-aboyne-21st-may-2022/ LOCATION:Warwickshire CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/wp-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200912T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200913T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20200408T133748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T192313Z UID:285300-1599904800-1600016400@dianahand.com SUMMARY:The Essence of the Horse Connection and expression through art and mindfulness DESCRIPTION:12th-13th September\, 2020\nThis will be a very special workshop with horse-led therapist and coach Pam Billinge\,  and will take place at her home in Mayenne\, North-West France during mid-September.  We will combine drawing and mindfulness practice with Pam’s own horses.  I love this idea\, because drawing is such a creative activity involving our whole being and it will be a bonus to have the horses as an integral part of the class!\n\nPam Billinge is the author of  Amazon best-seller:  ‘The Spell of the Horse – Stories of Healing and Personal Transformation with Nature’s Finest Teacher“.\nPLEASE BOOK DIRECTLY  with Pam Billinge     billingepam@gmail.com URL:https://dianahand.com/event/the-essence-of-the-horse-connection-and-expression-through-art-and-mindfulness/ LOCATION:Mayenne\, France CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-pam-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200831 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20200314T184322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T141100Z UID:275302-1598486400-1598831999@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Land Rover Blair Atholl International Horse Trials 27th to 30th August\, 2020 DESCRIPTION:I shall be delighted to be showing my work at Scotland’s premier eventing celebration\, set in the beautiful grounds of Blair Atholl Castle\, near Pitlochry. A new show for me\, and further information will be available here soon .  I will have a small outdoor marquee to show my work and to demonstrate my drawing at this specialised equestrian event. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/land-rover-blair-atholl-international-horse-trials-27th-to-30th-august-2020/ LOCATION:Blair Atholl Castle\, Blair Atholl\, PH18 5TH CATEGORIES:Public show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Two-horses-fb-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200808T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200830T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20200407T145847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T150659Z UID:284940-1596884400-1598810400@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Edinburgh Fringe Art\, Craft and Design Fair CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:This is one of my favourite events of the year\, an outdoor fair in a beautiful location near Princes Street\, Edinburgh.\, featuring original craftspeople and artists from Scotland and beyond.  Cancelled this\, along with the entire Edinburgh Festival\, but I look forward to seeing you back next year! URL:https://dianahand.com/event/edinburgh-fringe-art-craft-and-design-fair-cancelled/ LOCATION:St Johns Church\, 1a Lothian Road\, Edinburgh\, EH1 2AB\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Untitled-1-lo-rews.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200624T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200626T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191122T202604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T125851Z UID:224681-1592992800-1593190800@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Teaching Residency at Munnings Museum\, Dedham rescheduled to 24th to 27th September DESCRIPTION:PROVISIONALLY RESCHEDULED FOR 24th to 27th SEPTEMBER\, 2020 \nI am thrilled to be invited to a three day teaching residency shared with other artists at the Munnings Museum\, near Colchester.  This wonderful museum is in the house of Sir Alfred Munnings\, famous equestrian artist (1878-1959)\,  and has a large collection of his work.  Come and be inspired by seeing his original art\, and by joining the classes of artists and horse lovers. The workshops are organised by the Museum.  BOOK DIRECTLY  from early 2020. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/teaching-residency-at-munnings-museum-dedham-26th-to-28th-july/ LOCATION:The Munnings Art Museum\, Castle Hill\, Dedham\, CO7 6AZ CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-mares.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200613T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200616T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191123T205841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T112204Z UID:225177-1592049600-1592326800@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Forth Valley Art Beat 2020 CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:A fabulous 10 days of art in private venues across Stirlingshire.  Come and meet the artist in their studios! \nI shall be showing recent drawings and paintings in my cottage in the countryside just outside Cambusbarron village\, Stirling. \nOpen each day 12 pm to 5 pm  from 13th June to 16th June 2020 URL:https://dianahand.com/event/forth-valley-art-beat-2020/ LOCATION:Bearside Cottage\, Polmaise Road\, Stirling\, FK7 9PU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-abstract-painting-10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200607 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191122T201426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T140702Z UID:224676-1591401600-1591487999@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Drawing Horses Workshop 6th June Gargunnock PROVISIONALLY RESCHEDULED TO 22nd August DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS HAS BEEN PROVISIONALLY POSTPONED TO 22nd AUGUST. \nA day of drawing the horse for the horse lover and the art lover.  Join me\, Diana\, in a fun day learning to create drawings of horses which are both expressive and accurate.  OUR SPECIAL FOCUS FOR THE DAY IS THE HORSE’S HEAD. \nThe Garden Room in Gargunnock Community Centre is the perfect space\, with large skylights and access to a beautiful garden.  Gargunnock is a quiet country village about 5 miles west of Stirling  All basic materials and an information pack are provided.  We will start at 10 am and continue until 4 pm\, with an hour’s break for lunch and reflection. \nGargunnock Community  Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\,  FK8 3BJ \n  URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshop-6th-june-gargunnock/ LOCATION:Gargunnock Community Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\, Stirlingshire\, FK8 3BJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-picture-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200601 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191122T200802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200321T144953Z UID:224666-1590883200-1590969599@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Drawing Horses Workshop 31st May\, Belwade Farm\, Aboyne CANCELLED/POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:A day of drawing the horse for the horse lover and the art lover at Belwade Farm\, near Aboyne\, Deeside.  Belwade is a centre for World Horse Welfare and looks after about 65 horses at any time. \nJoin me\, Diana\, for a wonderful day sharing our knowledge and feelings while we focus on learning to draw the horse\, and this time we will have live models at Belwade.  I am really looking forward to meeting the horses and finding out more about the work at the centre. \nAll basic drawing materials and an information pack are provided.  We will start at 10 am and continue until 4 pm\, with an hour’s break for lunch and reflection. \nWorld Horse Welfare\, Belwade Farm\, Aboyne\, AB34 5BJ URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshop-31st-may-belwade-farm-aboyne/ LOCATION:Belwade Farm\, Aboyne\, AB34 5BJ CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/wp-ROSIE-THE-SHELTIE-2-LO-RES.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200510 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191122T195737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200321T144851Z UID:224653-1588982400-1589068799@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Drawing Horses Workshop 9th May Oban CANCELLED/POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:A day of drawing the horse for the horse lover and the art lover in this new venue. \nThe Rockfield Centre  is an exciting creative centre in the West Coast port of Oban\, and celebrates all things cultural in the community\, culture being defined in the widest sense as “all the things that exist around you that make you who you are”.  Join me\, Diana\, for a wonderful day sharing our knowledge and feelings while we focus on learning to draw the horse. \nAll basic materials and an information pack are provided.  We will start at 10 am and continue until 4 pm\, with an hour’s break for lunch and reflection. \nThe Rockfield Centre\, 19\, Stevenson Street\, Oban\, PA34 5NA. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshop-9th-may-oban/ LOCATION:Rockfield Centre\, 19 Stevenson Street\, Oban\, PA34 5NA CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-horsespirit.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200427 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191122T195250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200321T145102Z UID:224643-1587859200-1587945599@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Drawing Horses Workshop 26th April\, Gargunnock POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:A day of drawing the horse for the horse lover and the art lover.  Join me\, Diana\, in a fun day learning to create drawings of horses\, which are both expressive and accurate.  OUR SPECIAL FOCUS FOR THE DAY IS THE HORSE’S HEAD. \nThe Garden Room in Gargunnock Community Centre is the perfect space\, with large skylights and access to a beautiful garden.  Gargunnock is a quiet country village about 5 miles west of Stirling  All basic materials and an information pack are provided.  We will start at 10 am and continue until 4 pm\, with an hour’s break for lunch and reflection. \nGargunnock Community  Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\,  FK8 3BJ URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshop-26th-april-gargunnock/ LOCATION:Gargunnock Community Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\, Stirlingshire\, FK8 3BJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/wp-Roo-2-e1574451922642.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200329 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200330 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191122T194127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T115551Z UID:224636-1585440000-1585526399@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Drawing Horses Workshop 29th March\, Edinburgh CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:A day of drawing the horse for the horse lover and the art lover.  Join me\, Diana\, in a fun day learning to create drawings of horses which are both expressive and accurate. \nThe Drawing Room\, in St. Margaret’s Art Centre is a spacious and dedicated space for artists with excellent facilities.  All basic materials and an information pack are provided.  We will start at 10 am and continue until 4 pm\, with an hour’s break for lunch and reflection. Easy free parking on Sundays. \nSt Margaret’s House\, Edinburgh\, EH7 6AE. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshop-29th-march-edinburgh/ LOCATION:St Margaret’s House\, 151 London Road\, EDINBURGH\, EH7 6AE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Teaching workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-Julias-horses-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191209 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20191101T182312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191123T210328Z UID:215933-1575676800-1575849599@dianahand.com SUMMARY:3d2d Christmas Fair 7th-8th December\,2019 DESCRIPTION:I shall be showing my work at the beautiful Assembly Rooms\, George Street\, Edinburgh. \nThe chance to buy a fabulous and unique gift for the horse lover – or the art lover – in your life. \nPrints\, commissions\,  mugs\, cards\, calendars\, scarves and much more. \nI look forward to seeing you! \n  URL:https://dianahand.com/event/3d2d-christmas-fair-7th-8th-december2019/ LOCATION:Assembly rooms\, 54 George St \, Edinburgh \, EH2 2LR\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wp-Abstract-small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190929T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190929T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20190210T162745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190210T164940Z UID:145658-1569744000-1569776400@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Drawing Horses Workshop\,Edinburgh 29th September\, 2019 DESCRIPTION:Diana Hand in Edinburgh! \nI am passionately interested in horses\, and also in drawing.  I experiment with different approaches\, from the traditional to the loose and expressive.  In this workshop I shall be teaching a basic approach to drawing which can be applied to any subject\, but my focus will of course be on horses. \nWe will work from your favourite images and ideas to create individual images of horses.  All basic drawing materials supplied.  Parking no problem. \nThe Drawing Room in St. Margaret’s House is light and roomy and ideal for a great day to share your love of horses and of art with a group of like minded people. \nPRE BOOKING ESSENTIAL PLEASE      info@dianahand.com     07403414312 URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshopedinburgh-29th-september-2019/ LOCATION:St Margaret’s House\, 151 London Road\, EDINBURGH\, EH7 6AE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/wp-events-laikipia.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190915T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20190909T191930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T192601Z UID:197895-1568538000-1569690000@dianahand.com SUMMARY:"Horse in Art" exhibition of Society of Equestrian Artists DESCRIPTION:The annual exhibition of work by members and friends of the Society of Equestrian Artists \nI am proud to be showing two paintings in this exhibition. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/horse-in-art-exhibition-of-society-of-equestrian-artists/ LOCATION:Sally Mitchell’s Gallery\, Newcastle Arms\, Tuxford\, Nottinghamshire\, NG22 0LA\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/wp-newmarket-morning.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Society of Equestrian Artists":MAILTO:sec@equestrianartists.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190803T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190825T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20190210T183627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190210T183926Z UID:145711-1564830000-1566756000@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Edinburgh Fringe Festival Art\, Craft and Design Fair 3rd to 25th August\, 2019 DESCRIPTION:I am planning to be at this fabulous and unique annual event which takes place in Edinburgh central during the world-famous arts festival. \nThere will be a huge selection of makers and artists showing their work to visitors from all over the world. \nI look forward to confirming this booking shortly. URL:https://dianahand.com/event/edinburgh-fringe-festival-art-craft-and-design-fair-3rd-to-25th-august-2019/ LOCATION:St Johns Church\, 1a Lothian Road\, Edinburgh\, EH1 2AB\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/wp-abstract-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190713T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231419 CREATED:20190210T155905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190210T162508Z UID:145632-1563012000-1563033600@dianahand.com SUMMARY:Drawing Horses Workshop 13th July\, 2019 DESCRIPTION:Come and share your love of the horse and of art with a group of like minded people.  We will work from favourite images and from your ideas to create individual images of horses\, using different drawing media.  All materials supplied.  The event is in a beautiful rural location close to Stirling.   PRE BOOKING ESSENTIAL URL:https://dianahand.com/event/drawing-horses-workshop-13th-july/ LOCATION:Gargunnock Community Centre\, Leckie Road\, Gargunnock\, Stirlingshire\, FK8 3BJ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dianahand.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/wp-highland.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Hand":MAILTO:info@dianahand.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR