Bringing the Arts to Life
In Hampshire County,
West Virginia
The Hampshire County Arts Council fosters the creation, presentation and enjoyment of the arts in our community.
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in and around the Hampshire County Arts Community.
Pysanky
Nancy Judd taught the traditional egg-decorating technique, Pysanky to a group on March 25. These Ukrainian Easter eggs are made by a wax resist process that produces beautiful geometric designs on colorfully dyed eggs. The traditional designs and colors are symbolic of spring rebirth and fertility and were traditionally given as gifts. The art uses tools called kistkas plus acid and/or vegetable dyes to decorate unblown, white chicken eggs. Attendees received instruction in the history, traditional designs and colors, sequencing, use of the tools – beeswax, candles, kistkas, holders, dyes, etc.
If anyone would like to share their art through teaching or knows someone who would, please email classes@HampshireArts.com. Also, people who would like to learn about a particular art can send an email so the Project Manager can look for the appropriate teacher.
April Photo Club Meeting Date Changed
The April gathering of the Hampshire County Arts Council Photography Club has been moved back a week to April 8th at 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. All levels of knowledge and experience in photography are welcome to join.
Art in Public Places
We are always looking for new artists and celebrating our favorites. And with the support of local businesses, you can see who is doing what at the following locations
- FNB Romney, N. High St.: acrylic paintings by Michael Gallahan, thru April 12, 2023
- The Bank of Romney, E. Main St.: Fiber art by Candy Ponchak, thru April 11, 2023
- Romney Federal Credit Union, 62 W. Main St, Romney, mixed media works by Darlene Alkire, thru April 24, 2023
For more music, art and fun nearby, check these venues —
The Hampshire County Co-op & Heritage Marketplace in Romney WV
The River House in Capon Bridge WV
The Cat and The Fiddle in Capon Bridge WV offers classes
The Purple Fiddle in Thomas WV
The Allegany Arts Council in Cumberland Md offers a wide variety of events.
Thank You!
The Hampshire County Arts Council sincerely thanks our faithful sponsors whose contributions allow us to offer the community many events each year.
American Insurance Center
Patty Anderson
Wendy & Roger Anderson
Anonymous Donor
The Bank of Romney
Kristen Colebank
John D’Amico
James & Janis Dodgins
FNB Bank
Pam Francis
Stephanie Fulcher
Janet & Neil Gillies
Lois Groves
Lisa & Daniel Hileman
Dottie Eddis & Lowell Hott
Steven Humphrey
Dorothy Kengla
Koolwink Motel
Lamberts Drug Store
Bonnie Long
Melissa Snell & Larry Manning
Dave Martin
Sydney & Edward Maurer
Michelle Nilssen & Dave McNally
Susie & Gil Meyer
Savanna & Clarke Morgret
Paula & Michael O’Brien
Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad
Beth & Tim Reese
Romney Federal Credit Union
Rick Schneider
Seeds of Grace Acres
Daniel Staggers
Time to Renew Memberships
The Hampshire County Arts Council’s membership year runs from April 1 through March 31 each year, with membership renewal in April. On-Line Renewal is available by clicking the Join/Renewal Online Button or mail your check to Hampshire County Arts Council, P.O. Box 624, Romney, WV 26757.
Your Donations are Appreciated
The Hampshire County Arts Council values our sponsors that are dedicated to continuing the art culture in and around Hampshire County. On-Line Donations are accepted by clicking the Donate Button or by mailing your check to Hampshire County Arts Council, P.O. Box 624, Romney, WV, 26757.