14 artists came along to the recently re-opened foyer-cafe of the Soho Theatre, Walthamstow. We were only allowed to sit in this part of the Theatre, which is a community facility, but we found enough to draw in this large space. (Only two of our party decided to go and have a look at the William Morris house and garden up the road, their images are the final ones.) In fact, for a winter venue, the foyer was very good: interesting deco architecture, views up the stairs, cafe staff behind a counter, and ourselves scattered around sitting at tables, warmth, loos, cups of coffee. Only one of us painted the Moorish facade derived from old-town Granada, most of us chose aspects of the decor, and some people sketched members of the group, you may recognise some individuals.
Local resident and sketcher Diana Marshall then guided us to lunch at L'hirondelle Kitchen, down the road in the High street, where we had delicious lunches, at very reasonable prices, with charming attention from the staff. A very enjoyable and productive day out.
Please remember about our sketching session with the Haydn Chamber Orchestra in St Michael's Church, Highgate, on Saturday 31 January, please arrive by 2.15 so as not to disturb the rehearsal. Details in previous post.
Our February outing will be on Tuesday 10 February when we will visit the Egyptian hall at the British Museum, details to follow.
Meanwhile, please enjoy our Walthamstow images.
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| Image above by Ruijun Hu |
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Image above by Priscilla Worley
 Image above by Sue Lees      Image above by Diana Marshall  Image above by Diana Butement  Image above by Sue Lees Image above by Diana Marshall And finally, two images of the William Morris Gallery and canal   |
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