Hundreds of artists demonstrating their art 17–20 July 2014

Over the last 36 years, Art in Action, held at Waterperry Gardens, has created a new sort of art show. The public comes to Art in Action, not just to see works of art, but to see the art of creating art. The idea is to see what’s done, while it is being done; to learn how it is done and why it is done.

Selected artists are invited to set up their ‘studio’ in a section of a marquee and then demonstrate their talent.

Art in Action is run by a small army of 600 volunteers. Every day, they man the tills, organise the car parks, look after the demonstrators, pick up the litter, clean the loos, Over the last 36 years, Art in Action, Art in Action is run by a small army of 600 held at Waterperry Gardens, has volunteers. Every day, they man the tills, organise the created car parks, look after the demonstrators, pick up the a new sort of art show. The public litter, clean the loos, comes to Art in Action, not just to do everything they can to allow the art and the see works of art, but to see the art of artist to shine. The volunteer spirit helps keep creating art. the atmosphere open and friendly. So, although The idea is to see what’s done, while it is being much work is bought or commissioned, the first done; to learn how it is done and why it is done. aim is artistic, not financial.

Selected artists are invited to set up their ‘studio’ This year, we will have around 200 artists, in a section of a marquee and then demonstrate ranging from ceramics to painting, from sculpture their talent. to calligraphy, from illustration to jewellery, from printmaking to textiles. Increasingly, the performing

arts are playing an important part in speakers debate the importance the show. and relevance of art to the world This year we are aiming for a more now. contemporary feel, involving young Once again, we will be encouraging artists and performers presenting new talent with the Newcomers’ theatre and a modern take on Middle Marquee, sponsored again by Eastern music. Traditional art forms Wesley-Barrell. will also be represented by Indian music and dance. We are also delighted to welcome National Association of Decorative We also intend to continue the and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) tradition, started lecturers back to Art in Action. last year by Melvyn Bragg and These knowledgeable and Richard Harries, where guest informative speakers draw many Event & Booking Details

Venue: Waterperry Gardens, Nr Wheatley, Oxford OX33 1JZ (Satnav: OX33 1LG) Dates: Thursday 17 July to Sunday 20 July 2014 Times: Gates open: 9.00am

Disabled: Parking and toilet facilities are available. Please note, Wheelchair users, and their Carers, are reminded that not all the grounds are paved, and also that access will depend on weather conditions. To hire electric scooters contact: Event Mobility on Adult Senior Student Child 01386 725 391 or www.eventmobility.org.uk 1 day price Citizen / JSA 9–17 Waterperry Gardens: Entry during the 4 days of the event is only available for Art in Action visitors Online £15 £12 £7 £4 and is included in the ticket for the show. Phone or Gate £16 £13 £8 £5 Book Online: www.artinaction.org.uk Party Booking £14 £11 £6 £3 (See Below) or by Phone: 020 7381 3192 Season Ticket 2-Days £21 £17 £10 £6 Office: St Oswald’s Studios, Sedlescombe Road, 3-Days £26 £21 £13 £9 London SW6 1RH. t. 020 7381 3192, [email protected] 4-Days £31 £25 £16 £12 The School of Economic Science, Charity numbers 313115 and SC039950

Any funds which arise from Art in Action are used solely in furtherance of its Children under 9 years are FREE aims, which are primarily to increase the public’s appreciation of Art and the work that goes into its creation and to provide a platform for new artists. Family Ticket: Two children for the price of one (age 9–17)

Cover Artwork: ‘Mackerel Shoal’ by Mike Lythgoe Party Booking: Must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Principle Photography: Nathan Gaydhani, Leaflet design – Nathan Associates, 08453 70705. Additional photography – Ian Murray and Chris Morley. Printed by – Duncan Print Group, Contact Office. Minimum 10 People. 01707 336271 www.duncanprint.co.uk. Information correct at time of going to press. Coach parking limited. Book early..

How to get there Route from 8 or 8A M40 – CARS & COACHES Birmingham From London: Junctions 8 or 8A off the M40 From Birmingham: Junction 8A off the M40 From Oxford: A40 then follow signs to Wheatley/Waterperry Online Directions: type: ‘waterperry’ into http://maps.google.co.uk M40 Waterperry Satnav: OX33 1LG Holton Oxford Free Parking A40 8A Further Information: Services www.artinaction.org.uk - Click ‘Plan Your Visit’ then ‘Venue / Location’ 8 Wheatley Public Transport ASDA Route from 8A M40 – CARS ONLY By Coach: Oxford Tube† or Oxford Espress* U1 Bus* between Oxford City Centre and Worminghall from London. The Airline coach* from Gatwick Wheatley.** Birmingham or Heathrow. All coaches leave the M40 at Traveline: 08712 002233. For travel from Jct.8 and stop at ‘Thornhill Park & Ride’ where anywhere in the UK by all types of public you alight. Cross the A40 via underpass, turn transport. M40 right and walk to the bus stop. Shabbington Take the free Art in Action minibus or car to the † Oxford Tube 01865 772250 / Waterperry event or the 280 Arriva Bus to Wheatley.** www.oxfordtube.com A418 By Train: National Rail service (08457 484950) Oxford Thame * Oxford Bus Company: 01865 785400 / 8A Tiddington Oxford Station or Haddenham & Thame www.oxfordbus.co.uk Services Parkway, then take the 280 bus to Wheatley.** A40 ** From Wheatley the King’s Arms car park 8 By Bus: 280 Arriva Bus (0844 800 4411) London is the pick-up point for the free courtesy car ASDA to Wheatley. Alight at ‘The King’s Arms’ stop.** service to Art in Action. (280 Route: Oxford Rail Station / Headington / Thornhill This route is slightly longer but less likely to be congested. A418 to Park & Ride / Wheatley / Thame /Haddenham & Thame Thame (3.5miles). Left at Mill Road (to ‘Shabbington’). Left at Clifden Parkway / Aylesbury Bus Station). Road (3 miles). Continue on to Art in Action.