Broomhill National Sculpture Prize - Summer Finalist Exhibition

Broomhill is set to be THE destination for art and sculpture lovers in the UK this Summer as it hosts the first of its unique annual National Sculpture Prize Finalist Exhibitions.

The Ten sculptors have a distinctive mixture of styles and influences, some with a very naturalistic approach while other pieces have quite a futuristic and interactive feel. Broomhill owner Rinus van de Sande says “We want our visitors to get more involved with sculpture here so we thought that including them in the process of choosing a winner would be a great way to enhance the experience for
all ages. We’re delighted with our finalists creations and are confident that our visitors will really enjoy this addition to the Broomhill programme. This exhibition exemplifies the diverse forms that sculpture can take, some of the finalists pieces have a serious message, others are simply fun and interactive - literally inviting you inside for a closer look!”

Broomhill wants you to get involved with sculpture this Summer and invites you to cast your vote to help us choose a winner! Two overall winners (to receive cash prizes) will be announced in September 2010, one chosen by the panel of judges and the other by the public.

Above sculpture by David Booth - NSP Finalist 2010

Installation time

The first of the Ten finalists is now at Broomhill installing her piece...

Claudia Borgna works with discarded materials, looking at the relationship between them and the environment.

She will spend the next few days creating her wonderful plastic bag inspired work in preparation for the Exhibition beginning in June.

Image: Past performance piece.

Spring Garden

The Sculpture Park is flourishing with a gorgeous range of vibrant colours this Spring. The Bee's are enjoying getting their fill and the birds are admiring the valley views from the tree tops.

We love the revitalised feeling that Spring brings the Garden, after the wet winter months its taking full advantage of the sunny days.

You can visit the garden from Mon-Sun, 11am - 4pm.

Adults - 4.50
Concessions (unwaged and senior citizens) - 3.50
Children (15 years old and under) - 1.50
Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children) - 10.00

North Devon Festival - June 2010

The North Devon Festival brochure is out now so make sure you grab one, there'll be plenty to do throughout June for all ages!

Recognised as being one of the top five events in the country by The Times, the North Devon Festival is a celebration of the rich cultural life of the area with dance, fairs, art, lifestyle, sport, theatre, comedy, and nature events happening throughout our rural idyll from coastline to moors over the month of June.

Click here for more info >>

The Exhibition

The final Ten sculptures will be unveiled at an outdoor exhibition

beginning June 2010, as part of the North Devon Festival celebrations.   The sculptures will be on display throughout the Summer.  You will be able to vote for your favourite work online and at Broomhill

National Sculpture Prize Sponsors

We would like to thank our local sponsors for their generous support.

• Bray Leino
• Parker Hannifin Ltd
• Castle Fine Arts
• Proof Magazine
• North Devon Hospice
• North Devon Festival
  

The Ten Finalists

The ten finalists, who hail from all parts of the UK include:

• Angela Read www.angelaread.co.uk
  
• Charlie Hawkins farrowhawkins@sizzel.net
  
• Claudia Borgna www.claudiaborgna.keepfree.de
  
• David Booth www.davidbooth.uk.com
  
• David Pratt www.davidpratt.co.uk
  
• Dawn van Gerven www.dawnvangerven.co.uk
  
• Doug Burton www.dougburton.net
  
• Glynn Griffiths www.glynngriffiths.com
  
• Rob Johnsey robjohnsey@hotmail.com
• Sally Underwood www.sallyunderwood.co.uk
  

“The final ten sculptural ideas each have a unique approach, with a variety of material uses and concepts, including some which are interactive. This and of course the public’s involvement in choosing a winner, will ensure that the exhibition in June will be the most exciting we’ve had yet! Of course we wouldn't be able to attract the caliber of artists we have, if it wasn't for the generous support of our local sponsors, Bray Leino, Parker Hannifin, Proof Magazine, N.Devon Festival and Castle Fine Arts Foundry who have helped financially back the venture.” Quote Rinus van de Sande (Owner of Broomhill)

Image: "Blow me away if you can!" by Claudia Borgna