NEWS RELEASE
ISSUED BY THE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE
TOWN HALL, THE PARADE, EPSOM, SURREY KT18 5BY
Tel: Epsom (01372) 732119
Fax: Epsom (01372) 739948
email: sbush@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk
Reference: SRB04/PR067 Big Draw
Date of Issue: 1st October 2004
Photo opportunity
Ebbisham Centre, Derby Sq, Epsom
Saturday 16th October, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Epsom & Ewell drawn in to the big picture
The Big Draw will take place at the Ebbisham Centre, Epsom on Saturday 16th
October from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and the event will represent the Borough’s
part in the nation’s day of drawing.
The Big Draw is an annual event held each October, which brings together
thousands of people at hundreds of venues throughout the UK. The open invitation
is for everyone to join in; using drawing as a tool to engage with the past, present
and future and exploring technical, scientific, architectural, and archaeological or
fine art drawings.
Epsom and Ewell’s Big Draw events are being organised by ArtXtra, which was set
up by two inspired artists; Christine Loizou an art and design lecturer and Tom
Griffin, a graphic designer. Both of whom have volunteered their time as an
extension of their Saturday morning drawing workshops launched at the Ebbisham
Centre.
On Saturday 16th October, everyone is invited to put pencil to paper and discover
how to capture colourful and interesting, still and moving images Age is no limit;
the Campaign for Drawing is to help everyone over the ‘I can’t do it’ barrier.
“Everyone can draw and there should be something for everyone,” said Tom Griffin,
“we just want people to turn up and get stuck in!”
But would-be participants should not think that drawing is a subject just for softies!
There will be a gleaming Harley Davison motorbike to whet the appetites of those
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Epsom & Ewell covers an
area of 8,500 acres,
approximately 15 miles
south of London.
~
The majority group on the
Borough Council is made
up of residents associations
which hold 27 of the 38
seats. The Liberal
Democrat party has six
seats, the Labour
Party has three and the
Conservative Party has two.
~
Epsom & Ewell borders
The Royal Borough of
Kingston-upon-Thames,
the London Borough of
Sutton, the Borough of
Reigate & Banstead and the
District of Mole Valley.
~
The population is
approximately 67,000. The
Borough has the smallest
population of all the
districts within the
County of Surrey.
~
There are 13,000 residents
over the age of 65 and
15,500 under the age of 20.
~
Under 35,000 residents
are economically active and
25,000 people work in the
Borough.
~
Epsom & Ewell has around
2,000 acres of open space
including Epsom Common,
Horton Country Park and
Rosebery Park, named
after the former Prime
Minister, Lord Rosebery
who lived in the area.
~
Epsom & Ewell was
bombed during World War
Two.
~
Epsom was once famous as
a spa town during the
1600s. The water from its
Wells contained Epsom
Salts. Diarist Samuel Pepys
was a frequent visitor.
~
NEWS RELEASE
ISSUED BY THE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE
TOWN HALL, THE PARADE, EPSOM, SURREY KT18 5BY
Tel: Epsom (01372) 732119
Fax: Epsom (01372) 739948
email: sbush@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk
who love the idea of capturing speed and for the more daring there will be the ‘Bug
Room’ with images of creepy crawlies, dragonflies, beetles and butterflies, just
waiting for people to discover their wonderful shapes and colours.
For those who like their art at a more leisurely pace, the ‘Portrait Corner’ complete
with Victorian hats to give an authentic look will be provided by a professional
costumier. The 3,500 square feet of space at the Ebbisham Centre means that
there’s plenty of room for the ‘hundreds of willing hands’ needed to create a
community artwork, that will be based on images from a projected light show to
produce a ‘big abstract’ mural.
Councillor Lesley Danbury, Chairman of Epsom & Ewell’s Leisure Committee said,
“I can’t think of a more absorbing way to spend the day; this is an excellent
opportunity for everyone to discover their creative skills and really enjoy this
community event! One of the Borough Council’s priorities is to encourage activities
for young people and this gives them a chance to work with professional artists like
ArtXtra.”
Admission will be £1.00 with under-5s and Senior Citizens free of charge.
For further details call the Ebbisham Centre on 01372 846800 or visit the Campaign
for Drawing website www.drawingpower.org.uk
Notes to Editors
Photographers will be welcome to take photographs, but we ask that before
proceeding, they make themselves known to the organisers when they arrive.
Sponsors
The Big Draw Organisers: Artxtra Workshops
Advertising sponsor: Pullingers Art Shop
Props, materials: Surrey Harley Davidson, Lester Bowden, Wilkinson
Equipment and images: Sappi Paper (UK) Ltd, Fulmar Printing Ltd, Eurotech,
Haramedia, Curious Design and Poul Beckman
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Epsom & Ewell covers an
area of 8,500 acres,
approximately 15 miles
south of London.
~
The majority group on the
Borough Council is made
up of residents associations
which hold 27 of the 38
seats. The Liberal
Democrat party has six
seats, the Labour
Party has three and the
Conservative Party has two.
~
Epsom & Ewell borders
The Royal Borough of
Kingston-upon-Thames,
the London Borough of
Sutton, the Borough of
Reigate & Banstead and the
District of Mole Valley.
~
The population is
approximately 67,000. The
Borough has the smallest
population of all the
districts within the
County of Surrey.
~
There are 13,000 residents
over the age of 65 and
15,500 under the age of 20.
~
Under 35,000 residents
are economically active and
25,000 people work in the
Borough.
~
Epsom & Ewell has around
2,000 acres of open space
including Epsom Common,
Horton Country Park and
Rosebery Park, named
after the former Prime
Minister, Lord Rosebery
who lived in the area.
~
Epsom & Ewell was
bombed during World War
Two.
~
Epsom was once famous as
a spa town during the
1600s. The water from its
Wells contained Epsom
Salts. Diarist Samuel Pepys
was a frequent visitor.
~
NEWS RELEASE
ISSUED BY THE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE
TOWN HALL, THE PARADE, EPSOM, SURREY KT18 5BY
Tel: Epsom (01372) 732119
Fax: Epsom (01372) 739948
email: sbush@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk
Events
The Big Abstract
Create part of ‘The Big Abstract’. Hundreds needed on the day to create a
community artwork for a huge mural based on patterns created from a projected
light show. Call to register your interest. All materials available and artists on hand
to assist.
The Bug Room
Dare you go into the Bug Room? Discover and draw your favourite insect. See
insects close up, with larger than life sized images to work from. Discover how
different insects are joined together and create you own fantasy insect from our
gallery of grasshoppers, beetles and butterflies.
Portrait Corner
Have a go at drawing a portrait - just head and shoulders - of a friend or family
member. Expert advice will be on hand for hints and tips. Drawing materials will
be available and some Victorian style props to give drawings that extra touch of
authenticity.
The Museum of the Horse
Details and displays from the newly formed Museum of the Horse will be
available for equestrian lovers to provide creative and challenging still lifes and
film of the horse in action. Additional props will be provided by Lester Bowden.
The Iron Horse
Participants can try their hand at one of the Harley Davidson's metal monsters and
discover tone through chrome; draw those fascinating parts and discover what they
are and do.
For more information please contact:
Susan Bush
Public Relations Officer
(01372) 732119
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Epsom & Ewell covers an
area of 8,500 acres,
approximately 15 miles
south of London.
~
The majority group on the
Borough Council is made
up of residents associations
which hold 27 of the 38
seats. The Liberal
Democrat party has six
seats, the Labour
Party has three and the
Conservative Party has two.
~
Epsom & Ewell borders
The Royal Borough of
Kingston-upon-Thames,
the London Borough of
Sutton, the Borough of
Reigate & Banstead and the
District of Mole Valley.
~
The population is
approximately 67,000. The
Borough has the smallest
population of all the
districts within the
County of Surrey.
~
There are 13,000 residents
over the age of 65 and
15,500 under the age of 20.
~
Under 35,000 residents
are economically active and
25,000 people work in the
Borough.
~
Epsom & Ewell has around
2,000 acres of open space
including Epsom Common,
Horton Country Park and
Rosebery Park, named
after the former Prime
Minister, Lord Rosebery
who lived in the area.
~
Epsom & Ewell was
bombed during World War
Two.
~
Epsom was once famous as
a spa town during the
1600s. The water from its
Wells contained Epsom
Salts. Diarist Samuel Pepys
was a frequent visitor.
~