There can be few fine arts societies who were established by such a group of distinguished artists. Dumfries and Galloway Fine Arts Society (DAGFAS) started life in 1922 and resulted from the renowned artists colony of Kirkcudbrightshire at the turn of the 19th century. In an effort to promote their work Hornel, Oppenheimer, E.A.Taylor and Jessie M. King, with others, established the Society. Today the Society has similar objectives of promoting members work but additionally encourages wide participation in the arts and crafts. We are delighted to hear from anyone interested in becoming a member and younger members are particularly welcome as the Society strives to keep up with the changing art world. The major selected Summer Exhibition is held in July each year and will exhibit 300 or more works. A smaller Winter Exhibition is unselected and allows members to exhibit two works. The Society provides a winter programme of six demonstrations and talks given by professional artists and a summer programme of member painting days tutored by professional artists. We have over three hundred members which include people starting out on a new interest and hobby to those who are full time professionals. You can be certain of a warm welcome and great encouragement.
David Rose Chairman
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