NEARLY 200 visitors flocked to Tadley and Baughurst Art Club's Art Exhibition earlier in May.

Members welcomed the crowd to see the nearly 200 artworks on display, including paintings, crafts, and textiles from artists of all age groups.

Alongside the club members' works were contributions from a local school, art class, and the local u3a art group.

Visitors, to the exhibition on Saturday, May 11, and Sunday, May 12, appreciated the variety and quality, leaving encouraging comments.

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Homemade cakes were a hit among both members and visitors.

Voting took place for the best small painting themed on the 200th anniversary of the RNLI and scrap metal models/sculptures.

Jenny Kennish took first place in both categories, with Hannah Monger and Sue Phillips running up, respectively.

Toni Peace won the trophy for Most Popular Exhibit with her stunning Ballet Dancer piece. Locally renowned artist and teacher Barbara Feuillade-Cole conducted pastel and watercolour demonstrations, attracting a sizeable audience.

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The exhibition also held a collection for the RNLI and a raffle for one of Feuillade-Cole's paintings, raising over £140 for the charity.

Interested individuals are encouraged to join the club at tadleyandbaughurstartclub@gmail.com. Visit its Facebook page for more photos from the exhibition.

Club chairman Jenny Kennish said: "We are so pleased that so many people clearly enjoyed coming along to our exhibition and seeing our work – it was a lovely to see them all."