‘ART 4 AID’ is a loose association of artists who exhibit art around the country in aid of charity. The exhibition is entitled ‘Æther’ and is supporting both Oxfam and the Salisbury based ‘Stars Appeal’.

The exhibition is being held at:

5th - 27th August 2011

The Oxfam art gallery ‘Oxhibitions’
10 – 14 Catherine Street, Salisbury, SP1 2DA.

Tel: 01722 337 187
or visit www.salisburyoxfam.org.uk

The Stars Appeal

The Stars Appeal is a charity dedicated to supporting the care provided by Salisbury District Hospital
Visit www.starsappeal.org

Which is more important, the art or the intention of the artist? Ætheris an intriguing exhibition that explores this concept. The five emerging artists involved; Richard Eveleigh, Zoe Snelson Sarah Sanger, Emma Devonald and Martin Billingham aim to challenge established notions of contemporary art (The term Æther identifies with the ‘mismatch’ that can occur between the physical appearance of art and its conceptual meaning). Art on display will include painting, photography and sculpture. Richard’s paintings are visually striking due to the vivid colours he employs. Some of his most recent work is highly varnished making it reflective, causing the viewer to become aware of their presence whilst viewing the art. Martin’s photography is created using chemical deterioration. His aim is to represent the organic nature of memory and the sensation of trying but failing to recapture a memory.  As is standard for exhibitions at the gallery, 25% of proceeds from sales will be donated to Oxfam. A further 20% will also be donated to the ‘Stars Appeal’ in aide of Salisbury District Hospital.