 
| Remembering William Isaacs - The Man who Made Colour from MonochromeThe Man who Made Colour from Monochrome
My friend Bill Isaacs once said to me, “If you see a man walking down the street without a
smile, give him one of yours.” Usually, he was more original than that, to which his many
and varied images bear witness. Happy to paint on canvas, wood or the back of an old cereal
packet in oils, acrylic or Dulux paint, Bill’s work was never boring. He believed art should be
accessible to all. More than that, he wanted his paintings to inspire the viewer to think
beyond the obvious. It is tempting to draw parallels between his work and throw away visual
jokes – take a look, chuckle and move on … look again and you will find a thoughtful and
serious social, political or personal comment on the state of contemporary life as he saw it.
He once painted a bird table, for example, swaddled in barbed wire, complete with search
light and limited access for birds. Make of it what you will.
Bill was never afraid to use humour in his creative work. His book of short stories entitled
‘A Ventriloquist’s Day Out’, published by Amazon, reveals a light and a dark side to his
perspective on life. Somewhere amongst the tragedy, Bill could always find humour.
The people of Wadebridge in Cornwall might recall an aging man in an open top sports car
gently cruising their streets with a life sized toy chimpanzee in the passenger seat. Bill was
always amazed that no one ever commented on the chimp when he stopped the car to chat
with them.
A competent guitarist and occasional song writer, the creativity of Mr. Isaacs was not limited
to paintings. It spilled ceaselessly out of him in a multitude of media.
Sadly and suddenly he died in the early hours of Thursday 16 April leaving two adult
children – Sam and Molly, an ex wife (Liz) and many admirers. His not uncommon
cantankerous outbursts might not have been forgotten by all. That, in my view, is their loss.
On many occasions he gave me a smile, by which I will always remember him.
Go well, Bill and thank you for the days.
William Harold Isaacs born18 September 1947, died 16 April 2026 aged 78
Joe Driver An Audience with Willam Isaacs’ for Cornwall Stress Free television 1st May 2026 |
| Delamore Arts 2026 to Launch with Immersive ‘Plein Air’ Weekend Coordinated by Artizan Collective CIC on behalf of Delamore Arts, this special opening weekend adds a layer of live creativity to the beloved event. While the extensive sculpture trail and indoor galleries remain the centrepiece, visitors will now have the unique opportunity to witness the grounds being captured in real-time by professional and amateur artists alike.
A Weekend of Creativity The three-day programme offers distinct experiences for art lovers, families, and painters:
• Saturday, May 2nd: Delamore Live – Artists in Action Commissioned professional artists will be stationed across the grounds, capturing the House, gardens, and sculptures live on location. Visitors can observe the creative process firsthand as part of a relaxed opening day.
• Sunday, May 3rd: Delamore Creates – Bring a Brush and Have a Go A participatory day designed for all abilities. Alongside artist demonstrations, families and enthusiasts are invited to set up their own easels or sketchbooks on the lawns. Free art packs will be available for children (subject to availability) to encourage the next generation of creatives. More details: https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/plein-air-at-delamore-have-a-go-day
• Monday, May 4th: The Delamore Open – The Open Air Art Competition The weekend culminates in a high-stakes competition. Artists of all media - from oils to urban sketching - will race against the clock to complete a work within four hours, vying for cash prizes and the title of Overall Winner. More details and to book: https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/plein-air-at-delamore-competition-day
24th April 2026 |
| Delamore Art 2026 - FlyerPlease find below a link to a PDF version of the Delamore Flyer for your use as required Delamore Arts Flyer 2026 10th March 2026 |
| Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm - Delamore Supported Charity 2026Each year Delamore Arts selects a charity towards which proceeds from sales at the month-long May annual exhibition are committed. In 2026 the chosen charity is Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm
Patron Angela Rippon CBE and David Fitzgerald
Charity Number 1180354
A diagnosis of dementia can be frightening and isolating but this unique local charity stays with families throughout their dementia journey and beyond. The charity provides one to one support and runs popular relaxed and stress-free groups and activities, open to all, making it possible for people to continue doing the things they loved and even making new friends.
Since the charity started in 2012 it has supported over 300 families in five villages around the River Yealm. However its reach and influence stretches much further helping neighbouring and outlying communities to become dementia friendly.
Local businesses, organisations and clubs are encouraged to think differently about the way they provide their services to better welcome and support people and families living with dementia. This unique community-based approach is transforming lives and the charity is recognised nationally as offering some of the best practical help to people living with dementia and their families.
We can’t change the person living with dementia, but we can change the experience they have in their community
Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm 20th February 2026 |
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