Focus Birmingham

The work of Focus Birmingham's visually impaired art group took pride of place in April 2009 at Challinors City Centre offices. About 27 paintings and several clay sculptures were put on display by the ten artists. The group are led by volunteer tutors Graham Barber and Ian Reynolds and the display was up until the end of June.

David Corser, partner at Challinors, said: "Challinors has a long association with Focus Birmingham and the idea of an exhibition of a selection of its art group's works was germinated last year when the charity's CEO Rob Legge told us of the group. It's a win-win situation, Challinors' staff and clients had the pleasure of seeing the wonderful artworks, and the artists got some valuable exposure and recognition."

Rob Legge, of Focus Birmingham, said: "Challinors has long been a good friend to Focus Birmingham and we are grateful for the dedicated fundraising efforts of the firm's Charity Committee. The exhibition cemented our friendship."

Artist whose work was for sale donated all or part of the money raised to Focus Birmingham.

The Challinors' Charity Committee has raised £7,500 of its £10,000 target for Focus Birmingham through activities.