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Pembrokeshire Herald
26-05-2025
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Oriel y Parc hosts tribute to bravery and community spirit AN ARTIST born and raised in St Davids has paid tribute to the town's RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew with a striking series of portraits now on display at Oriel y Parc. Rosalyn Siân Evans' latest collection, titled Thalassic, explores the human relationship with the sea and includes five charcoal portraits of RNLI volunteers in action during a lifeboat training exercise. The exhibition runs until 29 June and is open to the public. Evans, who grew up near the Pembrokeshire coast, said the RNLI had been a constant presence in her childhood. 'I grew up close to the coast where the sound of waves and the call of the lifeboat were part of community life,' she said. 'At school, many of my friends had crew members in their families and we all knew the code: one maroon for the coastguard, two for the lifeboat. 'That early awareness stayed with me – a quiet respect for those who volunteer to face danger, simply to help others.' Although the subjects in the portraits are unnamed, Evans said the drawings represent the spirit of coastal rescue – courage, sacrifice, and solidarity. 'They do not serve for recognition, but out of deep commitment to others. This work is a gesture of thanks,' she said. St Davids RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager, John Williams, said the station was proud to see its crew honoured in such a moving way. 'We are profoundly honoured by Rosalyn's work. She has beautifully encapsulated the dedication and sacrifice of our lifesaving crew, and her contribution has been truly invaluable,' he said. The exhibition can be viewed at Oriel y Parc Gallery and Visitor Centre, St Davids. Pictured above: The five charcoal drawings on display at Oriel y Parc, St Davids (Pic: Rosalyn Siân Evans)
Western Telegraph
26-05-2025
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- Western Telegraph
Artist pays tribute to St Davids RNLI lifeboat crew
Rosalyn Siân Evans, who was born and raised in St Davids, has created the portraits as part of her latest art collection, 'Thalassic', which is currently on display at Oriel y Parc in St Davids. The collection invites observers to explore their relationship with the sea and includes five charcoal portraits of charity volunteers in action during a training exercise. The exhibition will be open to the public until June 29. Ms Evans said: "I grew up close to the coast where the sound of waves and the call of the lifeboat were part of community life. "From an early age I was aware of the lifeboat's presence, not just as a vessel, but as a symbol of bravery. "At school, many of my friends had crew members in their families and we all knew the code: one 'maroon' for the coastguard, two for the lifeboat. "That early awareness stayed with me - a quiet respect for those who volunteer to face danger, simply to help others." "Though the subjects in the paintings are unnamed, these individuals stand for the courage, sacrifice and solidarity that defines the spirit of coastal rescue. "They do not serve for recognition, but out of deep commitment to others. "This work is a gesture of thanks." John Williams, St Davids RNLI lifeboat operations manager, said: "We are profoundly honoured by the remarkable work of Rosalyn Siân Evans in capturing and reflecting the courage within our community. "She has beautifully encapsulated the dedication and sacrifice of our lifesaving crew, and her contribution has been truly invaluable." He thanked Ms Evans for the 'time effort and passion' she put into the artwork on behalf of the crew.
Pembrokeshire Herald
26-05-2025
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- Pembrokeshire Herald
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Oriel y Parc hosts tribute to bravery and community spirit AN ARTIST born and raised in St Davids has paid tribute to the town's RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew with a striking series of portraits now on display at Oriel y Parc. Rosalyn Siân Evans' latest collection, titled Thalassic, explores the human relationship with the sea and includes five charcoal portraits of RNLI volunteers in action during a lifeboat training exercise. The exhibition runs until 29 June and is open to the public. Evans, who grew up near the Pembrokeshire coast, said the RNLI had been a constant presence in her childhood. 'I grew up close to the coast where the sound of waves and the call of the lifeboat were part of community life,' she said. 'At school, many of my friends had crew members in their families and we all knew the code: one maroon for the coastguard, two for the lifeboat. 'That early awareness stayed with me – a quiet respect for those who volunteer to face danger, simply to help others.' Although the subjects in the portraits are unnamed, Evans said the drawings represent the spirit of coastal rescue – courage, sacrifice, and solidarity. 'They do not serve for recognition, but out of deep commitment to others. This work is a gesture of thanks,' she said. St Davids RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager, John Williams, said the station was proud to see its crew honoured in such a moving way. 'We are profoundly honoured by Rosalyn's work. She has beautifully encapsulated the dedication and sacrifice of our lifesaving crew, and her contribution has been truly invaluable,' he said. The exhibition can be viewed at Oriel y Parc Gallery and Visitor Centre, St Davids. Pictured above: The five charcoal drawings on display at Oriel y Parc, St Davids (Pic: Rosalyn Siân Evans)
Pembrokeshire Herald
25-05-2025
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- Pembrokeshire Herald
Artist honours RNLI crew with powerful portrait exhibition
Oriel y Parc hosts tribute to bravery and community spirit AN ARTIST born and raised in St Davids has paid tribute to the town's RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew with a striking series of portraits now on display at Oriel y Parc. Rosalyn Siân Evans' latest collection, titled Thalassic, explores the human relationship with the sea and includes five charcoal portraits of RNLI volunteers in action during a lifeboat training exercise. The exhibition runs until 29 June and is open to the public. Evans, who grew up near the Pembrokeshire coast, said the RNLI had been a constant presence in her childhood. 'I grew up close to the coast where the sound of waves and the call of the lifeboat were part of community life,' she said. 'At school, many of my friends had crew members in their families and we all knew the code: one maroon for the coastguard, two for the lifeboat. 'That early awareness stayed with me – a quiet respect for those who volunteer to face danger, simply to help others.' Although the subjects in the portraits are unnamed, Evans said the drawings represent the spirit of coastal rescue – courage, sacrifice, and solidarity. 'They do not serve for recognition, but out of deep commitment to others. This work is a gesture of thanks,' she said. St Davids RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager, John Williams, said the station was proud to see its crew honoured in such a moving way. 'We are profoundly honoured by Rosalyn's work. She has beautifully encapsulated the dedication and sacrifice of our lifesaving crew, and her contribution has been truly invaluable,' he said. The exhibition can be viewed at Oriel y Parc Gallery and Visitor Centre, St Davids. Pictured above: The five charcoal drawings on display at Oriel y Parc, St Davids (Pic: Rosalyn Siân Evans)
