Painting for Pleasure is a group especially for disabled people and those suffering or recovering from illness, including carers and those who feel isolated. Members are able to work on their own projects and at their own pace with the help of qualified art tutors.

We also work on group projects with and for the local community. Our present project is "Exhibit", funded by The Big Lottery Fund .

Sessions are held term time on a Wednesday at the Westbury centre, Westlea Road, South Leamington Spa, CV31 3JE.

9-30am to 12-00pm or 1-00pm to 3-30pm

New members welcome.

The "Painting for Pleasure" group consists of members with a variety of problems, such as M.S., M.E. and D.S., as well as Rheumatoid Arthritis and cancer. Some are retired, some are carers, and one or two are physically challenged. There are also young members with learning difficulties and emotional disorders such as bipolar and depression.

Some people are coming during times of illness and disability such as hip replacements to regain confidence, and then continuing to paint and benefit from their new interests. The group has become a lifeline for people who would not ordinarily be eligible or able to cope with a normal painting group. We also have outings to exhibitions, which have included "Whistler, Turner & Monet" at the Tate. We have also joined in many art projects locally.

Sponsors

We are a not for profit organisation and would like to thank our present sponsors The Big Lottery Fund.

Recent sponsors were The Leamington Spa Town Council Community Grant Fund and Age Concern. We are grateful to The Town Mayor and Mayoress of Royal Leamington Spa (Councillor Mr David Greenwood and Mrs Margaret Greenwood) for their continuing support.