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We are delighted to invite you to Fran White’s solo artist residency exhibition, Tree Travelling: A Journey Through Time and Life as a Painter and Weaver, at Bannatyne Spa Hotel, Hastings. This special showcase explores Fran’s deep connection with trees, memory, and the passage of time through the interplay of painting and weaving.
As part of her residency, Fran will host a series of Gentle Sewing Days—intimate, mindful stitching sessions where visitors can immerse themselves in the slow, meditative process of hand sewing, reflecting on the themes of nature, growth, and time.
Gentle Sewing Days: 7th, 21st & 22nd May in the gallery between 10am - 4pm
Bannatyne Spa Hotel, Battle Road, Hastings, TN38 8EZ No Booking Required
This is a unique opportunity to experience Fran’s evolving exhibition in a relaxed setting, while engaging in gentle, contemplative making.
In addition, Fran is collaborating with textile artist Susan D’souza to offer a one-day workshop, designed to encourage creative exploration with textiles. Whether you’re new to stitching or an experienced maker, this session will introduce intuitive and expressive textile techniques in a welcoming and inspiring environment.
Workshop Date: 27th April 10am - 4pm
Bannatyne Spa Hotel, Battle Road, Hastings, TN38 8EZ Book your place now via Eventbrite:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pure-spring-art-and-wellness-day-tickets-1267807148309?aff=oddtdtcreator
Fran White is a painter and weaver whose work is deeply rooted in nature, time, and the physical act of making. Her practice is a continuous dialogue between the landscapes she inhabits and the materials she uses—threads, paint, and fibers interwoven with personal and collective histories. Through Tree Travelling, she reflects on the resilience and wisdom of trees, drawing parallels with the creative journey of an artist.
Contact Fran White: fran@franwhiteart.com or join her mailing list at Fran White
