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SUMMARY:Julia's Bazaar & Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:Come along to Dimbola the weekend of 24th and 25th January and browse the good quality items for sale in the Olympus gallery and books in the bookshop.\nThe Tearoom will be open to grab a bite to eat.
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SUMMARY:Winter Warmer Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come on our Freshwater Circle Walk where we explore the famous residents of Freshwater Bay and beyond\, many of whom were immortalised by Mrs Cameron.\nAfterwards\, we head into our cosy Tea Rooms for a warming bowl of soup and a delicious savoury scone\, included in your ticket price. \n£15 pp + booking fee Book Here
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SUMMARY:Annabel Moeller - Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:During the latter part of 2024 Annabel joined Dr Bob Seely on several trips to Ukraine to take photographs for his book describing in detail the now 20 year campaign waged by Putin to bring Ukraine back under Russian control. \nTogether they met and interviewed the brave young men and women taking part in the country’s relentless war effort to prevent this from happening. \nThough many were military personnel before the war\, it was both fascinating and humbling to discover the varied professions that so many others had given up in order to defend the sovereignty of their country. Ordinary people living ordinary lives\, now joined together to protect their very way of life. \nAmongst those they met chefs\, city councillors\, film producers\, website designers\, teachers\, lawyers\, photographers\, musicians\, retired grandparents and so many more. \nA small selection of this striking photographers on our display in our back corridor\, behind our giftshop and is free to browse. \nWe plan to showcase a larger selection later in the year.
URL:https://dimbola.co.uk/event/annabel-moeller-ukraine/
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SUMMARY:Eavesdropping on the Otherworld - Syd Wytch
DESCRIPTION:14th March – 7th June \nEavesdropping on the Other World will be on display in the Studio Gallery and features new work by local photographer and artist Syd Buron. \n“I am honoured to once again be exhibiting in the room\, which was once Julia Margaret Cameron’s Studio\,” \nThe exhibition includes paintings\, most produced during his residency at Ventnor Botanic Garden — alongside works by other visionary artists that have inspired him. His focus is on psychedelic depictions of folklore\, creating a visual companion to today’s thriving “acid folk” contemporary music scene. \nReturning to the darkroom\, Buron has also produced photographic works on the backs of theatre light lenses. Mounted in circular wooden frames and illuminated from behind\, they appear like glowing portholes into another world. \nDimbola is delighted to welcome Syd back. He first exhibited at the gallery in 2014 in the tearoom and more recently in 2023 in the studio gallery. This latest exhibition showcases an exciting new body of work and the creative influences that shape it. \nThe work is for sale please enquire at the front desk\nwytch.co.uk
URL:https://dimbola.co.uk/event/eavesdropping-on-the-otherworld-syd-wytch/
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SUMMARY:Dreams - Yana Barabash
DESCRIPTION:14th March – 7th June \nThree and a half years ago\, Yana and her mother fled the Russian invasion of Ukraine\, leaving their home in Odesa and settled in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. \nOriginally from Odesa\, Yana received her formal training at the Kostandi Art School and the Grekov Odesa State Art College. Painting has been part of her life since childhood\, and oil remains her primary medium for its depth\, flexibility and capacity for refined detail. \nOver the years she has held numerous exhibitions in museums and galleries in Ukraine\, Spain\, London and on the Island. In 2025 she was a winner in the prestigious ‘UK Women in Art’ show at Roundhouse\, London in 2025. \nThis exhibition holds special significance for Yana. During her first visit to Dimbola\, encountering the photographs of Julia Margaret Cameron felt like a quiet dialogue across time. The mystical atmosphere and emotional depth of Cameron’s work resonate with Yana’s own search for inner presence and atmosphere. The light of Freshwater\, the sea and the landscape of the Isle of Wight form an environment that feels both intimate and powerful. \nThe exhibition brings together several groups of Yana’s works created in England. Some respond directly to the Island and its surroundings. Others continue her long-standing practice of portraiture and figurative scenes drawn from personal life. The central body of work explores minerals\, trees and flowers. \nIn recent years Yana has turned toward elemental forms — stone\, roots\, petals — as a way of seeking stability and harmony. Minerals inspire her through their structure and depth; old trees become symbols of endurance and grounding; flowers\, often intertwined with female figures\, suggest delicacy\, vulnerability and inner strength.Through these works\, she searches for balance\, stillness and a sense of rootedness in an unsettled world. \nThe work is for sale\, please enquire at the front desk. \nyanabarabash.com
URL:https://dimbola.co.uk/event/dreams-yana-barabash/
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SUMMARY:Come and meet the maker of Alosi Candles
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URL:https://dimbola.co.uk/event/come-and-meet-the-maker-of-alosi-candles/
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SUMMARY:Dimbola's Spring Walk & Picnic Friday 10th April
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk around Freshwater Bay and Tennyson Downs\, with a picnic provided by our popular tea room.\nBooking also offers 20% off admission to the gallery if returning within a week\, giving you the chance to see our new Spring exhibitions by Yana Barabash and Syd Wytch (ticket valid until 17th April.) Tickets can be purchased here or via our front desk or by phoning us on 01983 756814. Please let us know in advance of any dietary restrictions for your picnic.
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SUMMARY:Big Red & The Cava Boys featuring Dick Taylor 17th April
DESCRIPTION:Jimi and Friends” (Part Two) to celebrate The Pretty Things and the spirit of the Isle of Wight Festivals at Dimbola \nWe are turning back the clock once again this spring with the return of Jimi and Friends (Part Two) – a special live music eventcelebrating The Pretty Things and the legendary atmosphere of the 1969 and 1970 Isle of Wight Festivals. \nFollowing a sell-out show last November\, the much-anticipated follow-up takes place on Friday 17th April promising another unforgettable evening of live music\, nostalgia and festival spirit in one of the Island’s most iconic cultural venues. \nHeadlining the night are Big Red & The Cava Boys\, joined by special guest Dick Taylor -founding member of The Pretty Things and former bassist with The Rolling Stones – along with Angelina Grimshaw and Jo Larcombe. \nThe evening will feature a two-part seated performance\, beginning at 6.30pm (doors open at 6pm). The first half will showcase songs of The Pretty Things from 1963 to 1969\, while the second half will celebrate music associated with the 1969 and 1970 Isle of Wight Festivals\, featuring numbers made famous by artists including Jimi Hendrix\, The Doors\, Bob Dylan\, Joni Mitchell\, Joan Baez and more. \nThe event also serves as a pre-launch celebration for Dimbola’s forthcoming exhibition\, “Jimi Hendrix at Afton\, 1970”\, which will open in our former bookshop space at the end of May. \nDr Brian Hinton\, Executive Chairman says: “This promises to be a wonderful evening of outstanding live music\, nostalgia and atmosphere. It’s a fitting way to celebrate Jimi Hendrix’s legacy and the Isle of Wight’s extraordinary musical heritage\, while buildingexcitement for our forthcoming exhibition.” \nGuests are warmly encouraged to embrace the spirit of the era and come dressed in their favourite 1960s and 70s festival-inspired fashion. \nThe gig will take place in our tearoom and the bar will be open to purchase drinks. (please note the coffee machine will not be in use) \nTickets are £15+ booking fee\, available to purchase here or in person at our front desk.All proceeds will go towards the Jimi Hendrix Exhibition at Dimbola in May 2026\, supporting the Julia Margaret Cameron Trust. \nAlso in May we will be commemorating the 20th anniversary installation of our Jimi statue at Dimbola. Commissioned by Festival boss John Giddings and installed in June 2006 by sculpturist John Swindells.
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SUMMARY:Springtime Special Poetry & Jazz Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday 23rd April at 4pm for toe-tapping jazz by JC Jazz in the Tearoom\,then enjoy some poetry & more music with Denise Bennett\, Barry Smith & Linda Kelsall-Barnett in the Olympus Gallery at 5pm! \nWhy not treat yourself to some of our delicious cakesand scones available from the tearoom. (You may want to book a table) \nEntry by suggested donation of £5 (booking advised)to support the museum’s workCharity No. 1026339 Julia Margaret Cameron Trust\, please phone 01983 756814 to book tickets. \nMore info on the musicians and poets: JC and Kathy will be performing on guitar\, violin and vocals a selection of romantic jazz and French café instrumentals with classic jazz songs. Denise Bennett is an admired Portsmouth based poet . Barry Smith is the author of two acclaimed collections\, being nominated for the T.S. Eliot Prize. Linda Kelsall-Barnett is a classical/acoustic guitarist. Barry and Linda have performed together at arts festivals such as Chichester.
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