Visit artist's studios and venues in Peterborough and the surrounding areas

This year, I’m exhibiting  again with other members of the Gidding Group (Krystyna Wojcik and Paul Crank) in Great Gidding village hall. I have been doing a lot more work in charcoal recently but will still have plenty of wildlife watercolour pieces on show. I hope you’ll join us and enjoy the wide range of work that we have  all been working on as well  as the excellent refreshments including home made cakes  which will be on sale.

Sue Jarvis – Wildlife Artist

This year, I’m exhibiting  again with other members of the Gidding Group (Krystyna Wojcik and Paul Crank) in Great Gidding More

I enjoy working with a range of materials, including oils, watercolours and inks creating a variety of subject matter, although I do find myself drawn to local landscapes more often than not. I'm currently enjoying creating mixed media pieces using recycled materials. often inspired by nature, sometimes with a message.

Trina Warman

I enjoy working with a range of materials, including oils, watercolours and inks creating a variety of subject matter, although More

As a Designer Maker I really enjoy working in a variety of different mediums. I studied at Leicester Polytechnic in the early 80s where I gained a Degree in Silversmithing and Jewellery, and although I do still make jewellery occasionally it is not where my focus has been over the years. I was a Partner in a small business for 12 years where I designed Christmas decorations that were sold to trade. Over the last 10 years I have mostly worked in painting and printing card and paper, Creating a variety of commemorative keepsakes, cards, decorations, collage artwork and 3D boxwork. I get a lot of inspiration playing with colours, textures and patterns. More recently I have got totally obsessed with making plaster castings using a variety of local Flora and Fauna from the garden, resulting in decorative artwork to adorn walls and shelves.

Mary Stone Design

As a Designer Maker I really enjoy working in a variety of different mediums. I studied at Leicester Polytechnic in More

I am a mixed media artist with a love of pattern and vibrant colours. I use both abstract and figurative styles to create joyful, imaginative paintings in acrylic, watercolour and gold leaf.

Jo Leonard

I am a mixed media artist with a love of pattern and vibrant colours. I use both abstract and figurative More

I am a textiles designer utilising the materials around me with a main focus in print. I enjoy layering and making texture in my designs. I love to print, paint, embroider, knit and sew. My designs are often abstract and bright.

Victoria Kelly-Gobuiwang

I am a textiles designer utilising the materials around me with a main focus in print. I enjoy layering and More

'I have this thing with flowers'  Emma Eagles - Local Artist - Exploring the beauty of nature, line and light through mixed media. 

Emma Eagles

‘I have this thing with flowers’  Emma Eagles – Local Artist – Exploring the beauty of nature, line and light through More

I am a multi-disciplinary artist who enjoys exploring different materials in my paintings, as well as cardboard sculptures from discarded packaging materials. These are totally unique. I have an Honors Degree in Fine Art.

Josette Carroll

I am a multi-disciplinary artist who enjoys exploring different materials in my paintings, as well as cardboard sculptures from discarded More

https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/LaBluett Jelena Kalmane is a Contemporary and Embroidery Artist, who is based in Peterborough. Her distinctive personal style emanates joy and peace and expresses the vibrant spirit and atmosphere which is inspired by nature. Landscapes, waterfalls and flowers, forests and parks, and farmers tending to their fields are all brought to life with contrasting and harmonious colours and bold compositions. As the artist explains, “Art-is a path to my soul. My landscape paintings are connected to the places where I have been happy or sad. It is part of me, part of my life and my history”.The artist not only paints with acrylic paint but also, uses embroidery and mixed media in her work. She applies the strengths of her medium to achieve rich velvety surfaces. Her mixed media technique makes her artwork look volume and textured.   Her practiced technique conveys a sense of immediacy and harmony that we feel with our natural environment.With utmost proficiency, she invites us to view the world the way how she sees it, with bold bright flowers and powerful waterfalls where you will find a piece and harmony.  

Jelena Kalmane

https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/LaBluett Jelena Kalmane is a Contemporary and Embroidery Artist, who is based in Peterborough. Her distinctive personal style emanates joy More

Water colour and Mixed Media I began my watercolour journey during lockdown, through online tutorials. (Thank you to Jean Haines).   I’m inspired by colours, light and texture, and constantly searching for the best way to depict them on paper.   I never tire of watching the unpredictable nature of these pigments as they react with water.    Much preferring  to let  the colours  mix  and blend on the paper, rather than planning and  mixing my colours in a palette.  I prefer to paint without any preliminary pencil sketch, letting the painting dictate what is needed. For me Watercolour is about the process,  and discovering what works, and most often what doesn’t!    I’m a bit of a magpie, in that I’m easily distracted by  shiny new techniques and  approaches.  Wanting to try them all.   One day I might find what my actual style actually is! I have made a number of greetings cards,  using some of  the  many different techniques I have been exploring   Original art works of  various subjects     I love to inspire people and invite you to my garden studio to look at and discuss my work.     Open other times by appointment Yes Demonstrations available No Tuition offered No Garden open for visitors Yes Refreshments served Weather permitting  Yes Commissions accepted No

Georgina Mason

Water colour and Mixed Media I began my watercolour journey during lockdown, through online tutorials. (Thank you to Jean Haines). More

Ruth Hudson is an experimental print maker and painter. Her original linocuts are printed on an 1856 lithograph press from her home studio in Stamford. After studying Combined Arts at Newcastle University, Ruth went on to train at the Chelsea School of Art and the Leicester Print Workshop. Her work is influenced by her previous career working in Interior and fashion magazine production. She is inspired by German Abstract Expressionism and Bauhaus Aesthetics. Ruth has produced prints of many local landscapes including Burghley House, Normanton Church, Oakham Market Square and distinctive buildings in an around Stamford. Ruth uses the 'reduction' method of printmaking, favoured by Pablo Picasso who coined the term 'suicide printing'. Her work is often bold and graphic and hopes to reflect current trends and, quietly, offer a form of social commentary. https://www.instagram.com/ruth__hudson/ You can subscribe to Ruth's newsletter to be the first to know about forthcoming events and workshop via http://www.rhprints.com Ruth Hudson also screen prints a limited edition t shirt and sweatshirt range using her original prints. Using eco friendly inks, the designs are printed on to organic ethical cotton. Ruth is hoping to have her new collection ready in time for the Peterborough Open Studios. http://www.rhprints.com [caption id="attachment_22154" align="alignnone" width="478"] An original linocut print[/caption] I will be exhibiting as part of the Deepford Art Group on 28 and 29 June 2025 at Barnack Village Hall. https://paos.org.uk/visitors/

Ruth Hudson

Ruth Hudson is an experimental print maker and painter. Her original linocuts are printed on an 1856 lithograph press from More

Emily is an artist who is deeply inspired by the natural world. Through observing the world around her, often through drawing from observation, she works to capture feeling and a sense of a place in her  artwork. She is currently working with a mix of different materials including painting printmaking and drawing on her iPad.

Emily Bowers

Emily is an artist who is deeply inspired by the natural world. Through observing the world around her, often through More

[caption id="attachment_23236" align="alignnone" width="322"] Dehlia in her studio[/caption] Dehlia Barnard-Edmunds is a printmaker/creative, exploring the diverse and exciting world of print. Currently, she is enjoying the process of linocut printing, monotypes, screen printing on paper and textiles plus collaging. Dehlia has displayed her work at venues across the country and welcomes the public to her workspace during PAOS Open Studios weekends and also by appointment. Becoming a recent member of Leicester Print Workshop, Dehlia has been able to broaden her knowledge and practice to interpret her designs using other modes of printmaking such as silkscreen printing using CMYK, a four colour layered approach. Taking her inspiration mainly from what excites and interests her in her rural surroundings, Dehlia's drawings and watercolour sketches form the basis of designs that are then carefully printed by hand. Ask her about any of her works and Dehlia will be happy to tell you the tale behind it. Recent works include collages inspired by her ever growing collection of ceramics using papers created from cleaning off her print making tools. The colours and textures created were simply too beautiful not to include in her artworks! Current work is interspersed with small linocut prints inspired by her travels. These tiny studies are printed using her Adana Press, a small press originally designed for letterpress printing. I wonder if you can guess where she has been... Dehlia is an experienced teacher offering classes and tutorials, which can be discussed on your visit. The garden is open and refreshments offered.

Dehlia Barnard – Edmunds AKA The Merryweather Artist

Dehlia Barnard-Edmunds is a printmaker/creative, exploring the diverse and exciting world of print. Currently, she is enjoying the process of More

I have been creating for many years. I graduated from the University of Life Sciences in Poland. There I began to see the beauty in nature. I started designing gardens. I have painting deep in my soul, and I started painting here in England. I see joy in a colorful garden and want to bring the same mood to the gardens. Many call my style as close to Abstract Impressionism. During my studies, I began to explore Europe in search of inspiration. The German Black Forest, the French Montmartre in Paris, vast fields of tulips in the Netherlands, the Basque culture in San Sebastian, the world of art galleries in London, and finally, the artistically sensitive society of Artists in Peterborough - all of this influenced my charming way of treating colors as a reflection of my mood at the moment. Painting is one of the elements of the sensitive person's environment. Added to it are the plants in the garden, their scent and shape. Sculptures upon which a curious robin always perches, showing off its reddish breast. And woven into all of this are the Lilliput Line cottages, which I collect - completing the enchantment. I invite you to visit my paradise.The mentioned painting works best in the environment of people seeking tranquility and understanding of their surroundings and themselves. In the disorderly colors and techniques, they can find their own memories and solace for their souls. That's why over 20 of my paintings are a constant therapeutic element on the walls of the Central Medical Centre in Peterborough. They immerse patients in contemplation and surprise. Such is also the aim of my life: to provide people with art in a form that makes them feel good. This ensures a well-designed environment both in the garden and at home or work. https://youtu.be/-WV78vhEWEA                  

Jaroslaw Jacek Sokol

I have been creating for many years. I graduated from the University of Life Sciences in Poland. There I began More

Artistic practice spanning painting, paper cuts and taxidermy butterfly and moth installations, creating entomological installations of flora and butterflies from imagined locations, taking inspiration from nature and the environment. Group exhibiting at the Norman Cross gallery for Peterborough Open studios 2024.  

Lisa Helin

Artistic practice spanning painting, paper cuts and taxidermy butterfly and moth installations, creating entomological installations of flora and butterflies from More

Welcome to my Art Every single work of art ever made in the world has been influenced by images and ideas that came before it. I enjoy the challenge of reclaiming, re-using and re-purposing unwanted items that have come to end of one life, into original art and functional items, with a new purpose. 'Reclaim'   ‘Reclaim’ is a series of artworks comprising acrylic painting and collage on rustic reclaimed wood, incorporating recycled steel, unwanted garden ornaments, preloved jewellery and found items from the local landscape. 'Heritage'  Sourcing wood panelling from local Victorian and Manor houses, my new collection takes discarded wood to give new life into household items with a purpose; utensil pots, dried flower vessels, coasters, storage boxes and wildflower wall vases. Something is created, nothing is destroyed, everything is transformed Saving the planet one piece of art at a time. I hope you enjoy the images here and on my website www.karenharrisonart.com Stockist: Baytree Owl and Wildlife Centre, Weston, Spalding. Originals and Prints for Sale. Commissions Taken.            

Karen Harrison

Welcome to my Art Every single work of art ever made in the world has been influenced by images and More

Landscape based work in paint and ink on paper. Printmaking is mostly serigraphy (screenprinting). Mostly landscapes with birds in. Access includes four well-spaced steps in garden

Carry Akroyd

Landscape based work in paint and ink on paper. Printmaking is mostly serigraphy (screenprinting). Mostly landscapes with birds in. Access More

I am a mixed media, self taught artist, with a passion for Polymer Clay, although I work with many mediums, polymer and other clays are my favourite mediums to work with. My work is very much intuitive and process led.   I take inspiration from abstraction, bold shape & colour, organic forms and definitive textures. I find absolute joy and emotional connection in the art of creating, that nothing else can give.   [caption id="attachment_24949" align="alignleft" width="382"] Polymer Clay - Texture and relief work in progress...[/caption]  

Amy Wright – Polymer Clay and Mixed Media Artist

I am a mixed media, self taught artist, with a passion for Polymer Clay, although I work with many mediums, More

Self taught artist, working in Acrylic and oil paints,covering all subjects but I love nature, so tend to paint animals, birds and flowers, due to the amazing colours nature has to offer.

Ali-marie Black

Self taught artist, working in Acrylic and oil paints,covering all subjects but I love nature, so tend to paint animals, More

Fundamentally my work is all about drawing and mark making; I find it difficult to separate myself from their vitality and importance whether I choose painting, collage, printmaking - or a mixture of the three, ‘Drawing’ is what it continues to be about. ‘Drawing’ with a paintbrush or in collage ‘drawing’ with shapes of paper and colour. Setting in motion the development of an idea plus a sense of renewal and continuation. Exclusively for Open Studio 2024 'Postcard Exhibition' A collection of postcard size pieces in a variety of media with hidden stories and secrets. Julie was awarded as one of the six winners in the 41st Mini Print International de Cadaquès 2021/22. The exhibition in Cadaquès Catalunya, has been running for over 40 years and brings together works from over 640 artists worldwide who each submit 4 pieces of work using printmaking and it's tendencies. As a winner Julie was given a solo exhibition in Gallery Taller Fort in the beautiful town of Cadaquès, famously the home of Dali and a draw to artists from across the globe.The exhibition which ran throughout August 2022 was a great success and & she will be showing similar pieces at her open studio exhibition this Julie says, "I am delighted to be, once again, opening my studio, garden & home gallery this year The Miniprint win meant an awful lot to me and I am really excited to share similar works and the process behind the making of them in my studio" Julie's work is shown and collected internationally      

Julie Reid

Fundamentally my work is all about drawing and mark making; I find it difficult to separate myself from their vitality More

I work in mixed media to create vibrant paintings which are inspired by Heritage textiles from across the globe. An obsession with embroideries, printed fabrics, portraits and shoes is my starting point, and I use oil paint, gold leaf, handmade paper and canvas to create a rich and varied surface, often glazing the final work in resin for added depth of colour. Trained in Fine Art Printmaking, I am including Lino prints on the theme of textiles, with the inclusion of surface pattern from ceramics mainly from the British Museum collections and the National Trust. I will usually be working on carving my latest Lino print during the exhibition and will be happy to demonstrate. The small garden is open to enjoy the sunshine!

Faye Gagel-Panchal

I work in mixed media to create vibrant paintings which are inspired by Heritage textiles from across the globe. An More

  An experimental artist who loves to capture light and colour, using a variety of media. My paintings are inspired by my surroundings which are captured in a loose and free style. Some of my work is in an abstract style which allows me to experiment with texture, shape and moods.  

Deirdre Blackburn

  An experimental artist who loves to capture light and colour, using a variety of media. My paintings are inspired More

Looking forward to welcoming you back to PAOS 2024 Decorative and functional ceramics and evocative semi-abstract paintings will be on display. My paintings and ceramics investigate structures, shapes and colours inspired by our natural world. The detail and pattern often overlooked in our busy lives is of special interest. I love how texture allows a play of light and shadow on the surfaces of my work. My aim is not to attempt to mimic nature but rather describe the qualities of a subjective experience intuitively, thereby encouraging the viewer to ‘feel’ their own interpretation of what they see in my work. My garden has become a bigger canvas for my artistic expression and is open for you to explore and enjoy. Delicious homemade treats available which can be enjoyed in the picturesque garden where mosaic will be on display. Proceeds from refreshments donated to Sue Ryder. “Hand-building clay into objects inspired by nature’s forms and structures is an extension of my textured, atmospheric painting". I strive to create a beauty in imperfect harmony known in Japanas Wabi Sabi: Enjoying the moment and life’s simple pleasures...I hope these hand-built objects bring simple pleasure. Sea, Sky and lanscape inspire my work. These richly textured  and atmospheric paintings are semi abstract and expressionistic. Rather than mimic nature, I prefer to describe the qualities of a subjective experience. [caption id="attachment_24881" align="alignnone" width="438"] Ceramic Wall Art[/caption] Ceramics is an exciting and natural progression of my work. Hand-building and manipulating clay into objects inspired by nature’s forms and structures is an extension of my textured, atmospheric paintings. Latest work includes ceramic Wall Art, currently showcased in galleries around the UK.   Previous and current exhibitions include: V&A London in the ‘Inspired by…’ Exhibition Cecelia Colman Gallery, London VK Gallery, St Ives, Cambridge Ferrers Gallery, Ashby de la Zouch Atholl Gallery, Perthshire Dotty Gallery, Twyford, Leicestershire Doghouse Gallery, Comber, Northern Ireand Whitehouse Gallery, Kirkcudbright, Scotland Solo Gallery, Sheffield Strathearn Gallery, Crieff, Perthshire Neil's Gallery, Filey, North Yorkshire Inspired by Gallery, Danby, North Yorkshire Moors Stamford Arts Gallery Art in the Heart, Peterborough Rutland Open Art, Rutland County Museum Oakham Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery  Atelier East, ‘Best in Show’ 2011 www.reneviner.co.uk    

René Viner

Looking forward to welcoming you back to PAOS 2024 Decorative and functional ceramics and evocative semi-abstract paintings will be on More

[caption id="attachment_24971" align="alignnone" width="278"] Of People - oil[/caption]   Prue’s Paintings Prue Pye's life paintings contain a quiet presence reflected in earth colours and are the main body of her work. Abstracted landscapes described in sweeps and blocks of colour are also a favoured subject. "My wanting to paint is a wanting to explore the ordinary and extraordinary of humanness. Drawing or painting in ways that communicate or speak of recognition and familiarity." Collaged pieces have become a renewed addition to my current work. I use painted pieces torn from my own work, or monoprints prepared on tissue. These torn pieces are added and worked over or through into the background usually towards an abstracted landscape   About Prue Born and raised in Africa, my fine art studies as a mature student led me to discover and develop life paintings with a contemporary feel. A need to express myself in colour gave me a language in paint. I had taught botanical studies and the modelling of flowers for many years and these tiny, fragile pieces later     turned to the direction of larger, expressive painting. Formal art training AS level – 3D Art and sculpture - Jun 2001, Grade A BTEC Diploma; Foundation Studies: Art & Design; Specialism, Fine Art - Jul 2000, Distinction A level - Art and Design; Fine Art - Jun 1998. Grade A   Walk with me to the Blue Horizon - small acrylic collage on board   Prue’s Work is held in private collections in The USA - New York, Washington, York/Pennsylvania, Baltimore Canada - Vancouver The UK - London, Stamford, Rutland, Peterborough, Weybridge, Scotland - Glasgow, Yorkshire South Africa and Zimbabwe     Into The Void - acrylic collage  

Prue Pye

  Prue’s Paintings Prue Pye’s life paintings contain a quiet presence reflected in earth colours and are the main body More

I am a mosaic and textile artist working in Peterborough. In mosaics I use hand cut patterned, plain and mirrored glass with recycled ceramics. I create panels for indoors or outdoors, mirrors, vases and hangings. I just love experimenting with colour and its interactions in my mosaic and textile work and both feed off each other. In 2002 I did a 5 day intensive mosaic course under the tuition of Luciana Notturni at www.mosaicschool.com in Ravenna Italy. Although based on traditional methods it gave me confidence to experiment and find my own style. I love mixing glass with old ceramics, anything really that makes a piece cohesive. With textiles I layer silks and sheers and create new surfaces which I then free machine stitch. [caption id="attachment_25012" align="aligncenter" width="242"] Layered silks and sheers machine embroidered with added hand embroidery.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_25199" align="aligncenter" width="300"] work-in-progress[/caption]

Kay Hall

I am a mosaic and textile artist working in Peterborough. In mosaics I use hand cut patterned, plain and mirrored More

[caption id="attachment_23550" align="alignnone" width="600"] Tryptych[/caption] I am still really enjoying experimenting with mixed media and the effects I get in a semi abstract way. My intention last year was to use watercolour like that, but I keep reverting back to acrylic!!

Judy Horman

I am still really enjoying experimenting with mixed media and the effects I get in a semi abstract way. My More

I draw, print and paint figures and objects in exterior and interior spaces. Colourful acrylic, water colour and ink paintings, plus mono and lino prints on display. I am inspired by the people and life around me. [caption id="attachment_14084" align="alignnone" width="600"] Figs and phones, acrylic on canvas[/caption] [caption id="attachment_13624" align="alignnone" width="487"] Texting, acrylic on card[/caption] Monotype printing demonstrations on request. [caption id="attachment_1035" align="alignnone" width="372"] Trapped, Monotype print[/caption]  

Josephine Kelly

I draw, print and paint figures and objects in exterior and interior spaces. Colourful acrylic, water colour and ink paintings, More

I am a watercolour/mixed media artist painting mainly landscapes. I like to paint wet-into-wet and find watercolour and also acrylic ink perfect for this technique. I am inspired by the trees in winter with the sun shining through the branches making patterns on the lakes or woodland. Since moving to Longthorpe I have had the opportunity to focus on the rural landscape so close by which has fired my imagination. I usually generate the composition in my head with a photo to help and then back to the studio to paint. Do come and view my paintings and then feel free to sit in the garden a while. Drinks and light refreshments provided. [caption id="attachment_23174" align="alignnone" width="400"] Summer Ramble[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23177" align="alignnone" width="395"] Trees[/caption]  

Jean Edwards

I am a watercolour/mixed media artist painting mainly landscapes. I like to paint wet-into-wet and find watercolour and also acrylic More

Unforseen circumstances has resulted in Anns work now being available for viewing and purchase at Jeni Cairns' venue for PAOS weekends 2 and 3 Venue 22 on Page 28 of the brochure. ‐‐-------------‐  Pictures about how I see life. To get more of an idea of what I do please have a look at anniebellamy on Instagram or Ann Bellamy pictures on Facebook          

Ann Bellamy

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