Retrospective show puts class act Noel’s artwork in frame
A retrospective show marking 20 years since the death of a renowned local artist opens this month.
Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery is presenting the Noel Brannan Retrospective Exhibition, which will open on Monday, October 11.
Noel Rowston Brannan (19212001) was a prolific artist who painted and sketched all his life.
He was an accomplished art teacher and a resident in Hinckley and Burbage for over 30 years.
2021 marks 20 years since Noel died so the exhibition has been arranged to mark the occasion.
It aims to reintroduce his works to a new audience by exploring the places he painted and his life experiences.
Noel’s daughter, Jane Kennedy, said: “It is a joy to be able to see this exhibition of my father’s work in the Hinckley area, where he lived and worked for so many years.
“I hope that it will stir pleasant memories for those he taught and met in his daily life.
“I am grateful to those who have lent works and made the exhibition possible. Thank you.”
Jane and her brother Peter will be at Atkins Gallery on opening day from 10am, to welcome visitors and share memories of their father.
This exhibition is made possible by working with the artist’s family,
Hinckley and District Museum, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council, Leicestershire County Council, Goldmark Gallery and Auction Plus.
In addition, Goldmark Gallery has created a celebration book of Noel’s life and work to accompany this exhibition and copies are available for purchase.
Councillor Keith Nichols, lead for culture and leisure at Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, said: “This is a wonderful opportunity to view the work of a renowned local artist and I would urge art enthusiasts to visit.
“I would like to thank everybody involved who has helped facilitate this exhibition.”
Atkins Gallery is free to visit and open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm and the Hansom Café is onsite serving refreshments, freshly baked cakes, lunches and light bites.