LAS News – Lincolnshire Artists' Society

New LAS Chair

This year’s AGM saw the inauguration of our new Chair, Tracy Smith.

Tracey joined the Society in 2019. She became Secretary on the committee during Phil Bowmans term as Chair and continued in this role when Anne Wood took over as Chair. Tracey also became Vice Chair during Anne’s term taking on the role of Chair in November 2025. (View LAS Committee)

The Committee would like to thank Anne Wood for her years of dedicated service. Anne will be staying on as a member of the LAS and will no doubt be called upon for future advice and guidance.

Ian Walter presents Anne Wood with a parting flowers and champagne at the LAS AGM. — Ian Walter and Anne Wood

Wendy Dabrowska – Notice

We have received the sad news of the passing of Wendy Dabrowska. Wendy was a member of the society for many years and our thoughts and sincere condolences go to her partner Leszek Dabrowski and her family and friends at this sad time.

Sheila Bartl – Obituary

We have received the sad news of the death of Sheila Bartl. Sheila was a Patron of the Society and supported us for many years. She was the wife of the late Antoni (Tony) Bartl who was a respected member of the Society and had a career in art tuition in the County. Continue reading “Sheila Bartl – Obituary”

Louth show opening event

The Louth show private view and opening was held at the Riverhead Theatre Gallery Louth. LAS artists, gallery owners and exhibition organisers from around the county were in attendance, as was the Lord Mayor of Louth.

See more pictures of the event here

Note: This Exhibition has now closed

Old LAS website

I have redirected the old .com domain to the new domain .org.

So, from now on anyone using the old .com address will be seamlessly redirected.

Search engine links to the old .com home page will also redirect to .org. Unfortunately, search engine links to .com sub-pages will not redirect. Eventually these old search engine links will fizzle out!

Please do not advertise the old address from now on, always use www.lincolnshireartistssociety.org

Any questions let me know…
Chris.

Denise Hawthorn – Obituary

We are sorry to bring you the sad news that our Lincolnshire Artists’ Society member and dear friend Denise Hawthorne died last Thursday. It came as a complete shock to us and it will be a great loss to those who knew her. Denise was happy for many years to share her creative art experience and she taught and encouraged students of all ages. She has also served on the LAS management committee.

Denise was a kind, cheerful and generous lady… and an inspiration to so many. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her family and friends at this sad and difficult time.

Anne Wood – LAS Committee

Denise Hawthorne in her studio — Denise in her studio

Painting by Denise Hawthorne - Fields at sunset