IF YOU want to use and improve your painting skills alongside other artists then why not contact Hipperholme and Lightcliffe Art Society?

At a well attended workshop at Brighouse Rest Centre, members worked on various subjects and in various mediums.

They will meet again on Tuesday June 2 for a general workshop, where members will be encouraged to work on paintings of their own choice.

Demonstrations, workshops, life models and exhibitions are all part of the regular meetings.

Outdoor painting sessions start on Wednesday June 10 and run on alternate weeks.

Fingers crossed for the promised fine summer. Call 01484 713624 for details.

r IF YOU are interested in exhibiting then why not apply to have your work included in Batley Art Gallery’s open exhibition?

The show runs at Batley Art Gallery for a month, starting on August 15 and there are forms available telling you how to apply. Go to wwww.kirklees. gov.uk