Ann Blake, of Godshill, met Jools and his band backstage at The Anvil in Basingstoke, where they performed on Sunday, June 16. Her book, A Legacy of Love, compiles poetry and artwork by several authors, including Jools himself, as well as artists from across Hampshire including more than 20 from the New Forest. READ MORE: RNLI marks 200th anniversary with a special concert The idea behind the book is to raise awareness for two charities - Muscular Dystrophy UK and Dog Aid UK.
At the concert, Ann's assistance dog was delighted to meet all the band members. Jools and his drummer, Gilson Lavis, signed 10 copies of the book, which Ann intends to auction off to raise more money for charity. Jools also asked Ann to sign a copy for him.
Ann met Jools and his band backstage at The Anvil in Basingstoke (Image: Ann Black) Ann visited an art class at Greenfield Farm in Fordingbridge to meet some of the artists whose work had been contributed to the book, with Ann saying it was 'a real privilege to see them open the book to their page and watch their expression of joy.' A Legacy of Love is available to be bought at The Fordingbridgfe Bookshop and the Woodgrun Community shop, with Ann adding both had been extremely supportive in promoting the book. Overall the book includes 53 pieces of artwork, plus submissions from as far afield as Canada, America and Australia.
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