Painting and drawing Archives - Peterborough Artists Open Studios

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

Whether acrylic painting or abstract fluid art, it’s my way of worship - giving all the glory to God, reflecting on His word, and inspired by the beauty of His creation

Jurgita Banioniene

Whether acrylic painting or abstract fluid art, it’s my way of worship – giving all the glory to God, reflecting 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

My work stems from an intuitive and subconscious process. I love the layering of paintings, textures, and mark making. This creates a history to each painting. I feel I escape to another world, but also my artwork is full of emotions from nature and my personal life. My paintings are a way to express myself in an ethereal way.

I will be exhibiting at two different venues over the three weekends:

24 Grange Road
Peterborough
PE3 9DR

(on 28th 29th June, 5th & 6th July)

AND

38 Norman Drive
Stilton
PE7 3RS

(on 12th & 13th July)

Susan Roche

My work stems from an intuitive and subconscious process. I love the layering of paintings, textures, and mark making. This creates More

PreethiPrabhu

Indian artist exploring the depths of culture and spirituality through diverse mediums. Passionate about blending traditional and contemporary elements, I More

I paint to make sense of the world around me and my place within it. I want to learn all I can about painting. For me the act of painting is about a voyage of discovery. On that voyage we have to say goodbye to what we think we know and travel towards the world.

Jon Phillipson Brown

I paint to make sense of the world around me and my place within it. I want to learn all More

Come along to see a range of media and art styles drawn from inspiration across the ages. I find drawing a release from the everyday!

David Palmer

Come along to see a range of media and art styles drawn from inspiration across the ages. I find drawing More

Tricia Osborne

Artist and Sculptor Landscape and seascape oil paintings. Figurative ceramic and bronze sculpture. Please see the website for further information. instagram.com/triciaosborneartist

I work as an experimental artist - painting, drawing, printmaking and ceramics. I am a member of Anglian Potters. Welland Valley Art Society and Stamford Pottery Market. Gardens and courtyard plus refreshments Parking available zone F

Margaret Ann Lindsay

I work as an experimental artist – painting, drawing, printmaking and ceramics. I am a member of Anglian Potters. Welland Valley More

I'm a contemporary painter based on the Rutland and Lincolnshire border in the lovely village of Castle Bytham. Each piece I create is a reflection of the natural beauty that surrounds me, reimagined with an abstract, contemporary twist.

I work in a variety of mediums and in the past year I have begun incorporating clay and resin into my work, adding texture and a three-dimensional quality to my paintings. I hope the work is optimistic, playful and uplifting. I will be exhibiting as part of the Deepford Art Group on 28 and 29 June 2025 at Barnack Village Hall

Rachel Larder

I‘m a contemporary painter based on the Rutland and Lincolnshire border in the lovely village of Castle Bytham. Each piece I More

Georgette Ilett

I’m an artist who uses coloured pencils and watercolour to explore the human form.

Painter/ Sculptor Robert is happiest painting en plein air, sometimes finishing the pictures in the studio, where he also sculpts figurative pieces in clay for later kiln firing.

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Robert Hooke

Painter/ Sculptor Robert is happiest painting en plein air, sometimes finishing the pictures in the studio, where he also sculpts figurative More

Franca Graham

Italian artist and Interior Designer, inspired by classical artists, cultures and nature. Commissions accepted.

I’m just a girl from Latvia who has loved drawing since childhood. I simply enjoy creating art and finding beauty everywhere. Sometimes, I copy what I see because it’s beautiful, and other times, I imagine new stories – “What if things were this way instead?”

Julianna Efendijeva

I’m just a girl from Latvia who has loved drawing since childhood. I simply enjoy creating art and finding beauty More

I work in oil and paint from memory. I let my images slowly appear from the base layer, concentrating on sensations and emotions rather than only the outer layer we usually see

Nicola Devas

I work in oil and paint from memory. I let my images slowly appear from the base layer, concentrating on 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

My work is constantly evolving as I try out new ideas, most of my inspiration comes from the changing seasons within the countryside.

Mary Barkhouse

My work is constantly evolving as I try out new ideas, most of my inspiration comes from the changing seasons More

Chris Abrams Art

Chris’ work is primarily expressive oil paintings combining graphical elements while depicting his passion for landscapes and wildlife.

I paint landscapes and portraits in traditional style in acrylic and watercolour. I'm experimenting towards oils too! After a career in commerce, I am starting out as I always wanted as an artist. Learning all the time. That also means I need to try new things out so I enjoy abstract work too. But my main buzz is in accuracy of depiction, not for everyone but it is my touchstone. My landscapes are often local scenes of our wonderful rural landscape. Sometimes ancient churches are depicted, mellow and nestled after hundreds of years in their village setting.

Come and see my paintings and enjoy a coffee or cuppa with me. I have limited edition prints and greeting cards available too. Lots of unframed browser original paintings.

Will Thompson

I paint landscapes and portraits in traditional style in acrylic and watercolour. I’m experimenting towards oils too! After a career More

I explore the potential relationships between colours, forms and mark-making. A variety of materials and tools are used to portray the emotions of serenity and stillness resulting from my Japanese cultural experience. In creating a piece of art, the surface is often created by pasting a collage and overlaying it with colours to produce a sense of depth. The whole process is executed intuitively in order to avoid complicated details.

Sanae Dvorjetz

I explore the potential relationships between colours, forms and mark-making. A variety of materials and tools are used to portray More

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
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Demonstrations available
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Tuition offered
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Garden open for visitors
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Refreshments served
Weather permitting Yes

Commissions accepted
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Georgina Mason

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

I am an artist and designer working in traditional fine art mediums like acrylic on canvas and pen and ink on paper as well as digital art and design. My art tends to be whimsical cartoon and quasi-pop art.

Daniel Lucey

I am an artist and designer working in traditional fine art mediums like acrylic on canvas and pen and ink More

I am a photographer and mixed media artist. I have recently got back into art after a long break due to focusing on my Photography Business.

In the last two years I have fallen in love with painting again. My inspiration can come from absolutely anything. I work in acrylics, collage and inks on canvas, mixed media paper and birchwood ply boards. I work predominantly intuitively as I just love to see where the journey takes me.

I will be exhibiting with a fellow PAOS artist in our village of Orton Waterville and plan to serve Tea, coffee and cakes on arrival.

Dana Al-Gharabally

I am a photographer and mixed media artist. I have recently got back into art after a long break due More

I paint silk scarves and create designs on clothes for both adults and children. I make jewellery. I work with polymer clay, create various decorations. I also create acrylic paintings. I like to try something new and inspiring, new techniques, new directions. There are still many things I would like to learn...

Baiba Trankale

I paint silk scarves and create designs on clothes for both adults and children. I make jewellery. I work with More

I have always been inspired by nature to create my works. When I paint, I am completely immersed in the process. This helps a lot to take your mind off negative incidents. Some of my works are made with elements of sculptural painting (these are three-dimensional flowers made of decorative plaster). I experiment with techniques because I want to create something new and unusual.
After all, in this world everything is possible.

Alla Kamenieva

I have always been inspired by nature to create my works. When I paint, I am completely immersed in the More

Ruth Hudson

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

Paul Joseph-Crank

Paul Joseph-Crank – Still life and figures in acrylics, pastels and mixed media. Exhibiting in the Peterborough Artists’ Open Studios More

Artist and Jewellery maker My creative journey includes working with watercolours, acrylics, oils and mixed media, as well as designing and making gemstone and Sterling Silver jewellery.

My inspiration is the natural world.

Liz Hurst

Artist and Jewellery maker My creative journey includes working with watercolours, acrylics, oils and mixed media, as well as designing and More

Exhibiting with The Gidding Group, I paint in watercolour and acrylic, and draw in charcoal and pencil. We warmly invite you to visit. Our venue cafe serves cakes and refreshments, has parking and toilets.

I enjoy trying to capture colourful fleeting moments, though I do find that I'm drawn more and more to the beautiful mood stirring colours of dusk evening light. I most often paint with artists’ watercolours, because I love the transparency of the colours, and the challenging unpredictability of the process suits my temperament!

The Gidding Group of artists are Paul Joseph-Crank, Sue Jarvis and myself who are exhibiting in the Village Hall at Great Gidding.

We warmly invite you to visit. Running alongside our art exhibition is a cafe area serving cakes and refreshments and the venue has toilets and plenty of parking space.

Krystyna Wojcik

Exhibiting with The Gidding Group, I paint in watercolour and acrylic, and draw in charcoal and pencil. We warmly invite More

Chris Moss

Chris Moss works in visual art across a variety of media from oils and acrylics, through pastels and watercolours to 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

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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 am a contemporary Artist, my work is inspired by travel, nature and current affairs. I paint in mostly acrylic and in bright bold colour, my paintings are as large as I can get away with! I take commissions and love people to visit my studio to look at and discuss my work.

Sarah Adam

I am a contemporary Artist, my work is inspired by travel, nature and current affairs. I paint in mostly acrylic More

A Scottish artist specializing in painting, drawing and print making.My work is largely figurative, I use symbolism and depictions of the every day to tell stories and communicate ideas. I am interested in what can be read and implied from an object, a face or a place and the resulting assumptions and imagined narrative. During the first lock down I began to explore portraiture, rediscovering acrylic paint. I have since continued to use acrylic paints to depict more ambitious compositions and narratives, alongside daily drawing. I take inspiration from current affairs, popular culture, my own experiences, music,literature and art itself-often depicting or referencing other artists and artworks.

Chris Wells

A Scottish artist specializing in painting, drawing and print making.My work is largely figurative, I use symbolism and depictions of More

My background is in jewellery and metalwork. I turned to beadwork while working in Amsterdam where I found amazing bead shops lined with

jars like old sweetie shops.

Carol Clark

My background is in jewellery and metalwork. I turned to beadwork while working in Amsterdam where I found amazing bead More

Welcome to Open Studios 2025. Do you know my work?

If so I'm sure I'll see you during open studios again, can't wait to catch up. If not, I hope you appreciate what I do and look forward to introducing you to some of my memories. Each drawing is created initially in a few minutes and captures whatever happens in front of me. Completing them is another story and can take a lot longer.

I'm exhibiting with Jeni Cairns and we're looking forward to another wonderful few weekends of Open Studios. I'm so grateful to Jeni to give me space and provide her beautiful garden for us to relax in.

Life has no meaning for me without creativity. Illustration is what I love. Since moving to Peterborough over ten years ago I've practiced quick illustration of everyday life as it happens, usually from one of the hundreds of benches around the city of Peterborough. I love that I have something so creative in my life.

My work is very loose, illustrative and distinctive. As well as bench views I paint on fabric and my practice includes weekly mindful drawings. Some of my photos of my work leave a lot to the imagination so you'd be very welcomed if you came to visit open studios and see them in person.

Jeni is a wonderful natural gardener so they're lots for everyone. Come chat, wander and have refreshments, not forgetting all the conversation in the world, if you want it, about art, life and nature.

Looking forward to another great open studios.

Best wishes, Lynne

Lynne Collins

Welcome to Open Studios 2025. Do you know my work? If so I’m sure I’ll see you during open studios 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

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Largely self-taught, I am inspired by nature and ordinary life around me. I work mainly in oils, but have ventured into watercolour and pastels occasionally.

I have always loved the feel and texture of oil paint on the canvas. In recent years I took the opportunity to learn more about the history and classical approach to oil painting and enrolled for a one year course at the Norfolk Painting School. I have drawn inspiration from artists, such as Caravaggio, Turner, Sorolla, Joan Eardley and the Scottish Colourists.

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For PAOS 2023 we are centrally located in Peterborough, close to other PAOS exhibitions.

Stella Poole

Largely self-taught, I am inspired by nature and ordinary life around me. I work mainly in oils, but have ventured More

Lisa Helin

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

In my work I use water colours for clarity and transparency, and pastels for animal portraiture. When painting land and seascapes I enjoy using both acrylics and oils.

The way light strikes the clouds, an atmospheric scene, sheen on water all inspire me to paint. To capture these lucid effects I mainly use oil and water colour paints.

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I exhibited this year at Stamford Contemporary Arts Gallery with Stella Poole. We are in a central Peterborough location, close to other PAOS venues, and will be offering light refreshments.

Cherry Hadley

In my work I use water colours for clarity and transparency, and pastels for animal portraiture. When painting land and More

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I have been potting for about 10 years now. Using lots of different types of clay. I use thrown and hand building techniques. I love Sculpture. Looking to my natural surroundings for inspiration for both Sculpturing and domestic ware pots. I also enjoy Pyrography. I take my inspiration from nature and animals around me.

Liz Davies

I have been potting for about 10 years now. Using lots of different types of clay. I use thrown and 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

My Passion is creating. My art is constantly evolving, experimenting with various effects that evoke emotions and bring back memories, with an interest in human connections and physical body shapes, exploring a wide range of issues with a distorted sense of realism. I paint using texture and colour, working with oils, mixed media on different surfaces, with a sense of “about” rather than “of”.

I have studied with award winning artist, Martin Kinnear, exploring classical and modern oil painting, referencing painters throughout history to discover how they created their work.

I have exhibited in London, Cambridge, Peterborough, Ely, Wisbech, Sleaford and Stamford. I work from my studio in Crowland Lincolnshire. I have appeared on Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year. I’m Founder of “Artists of Crowland” Facebook and art group and I’m a member of The Deepford Artists and The Lincolnshire Artists Society.

This year I am exhibiting with THE DEEPFORD ARTISTS at the Wilfrid Wood Hall, Barnack, Stamford ,PE9 3DZ.

ING Discerning Eye Exhibition 2024, Mall Galleries, London

Espacio Art Gallery Group Show, London

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Wendy Quinnell

My Passion is creating. My art is constantly evolving, experimenting with various effects that evoke emotions and bring back memories, 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.

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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

Graham Ward

My oil paintings and drawings are of expressionistic themes of portraits and the Caribbean featuring prominently. Other portraits are of outsiders 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.

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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

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 paint mainly in oils and acrylics and inspiration comes mostly from places I have visited in the UK and abroad. I prefer variety in what I do but, however hard I try to vary my work and not have a "style", I always revert back to landscapes. I do like to have fun with the occasional abstract, though.

Visitors can expect a warm welcome at our Open Studios weekends. We like to provide a friendly atmosphere while you enjoy the art and garden and maybe even a glass of Pimms!

Linda Dalton

I paint mainly in oils and acrylics and inspiration comes mostly from places I have visited in the UK and More

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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.

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Monotype printing demonstrations on request.

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Josephine Kelly

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

Jeni creates metal sculptures and intricate filigree metal panels depicting the beauty and fragility of nature. Some inspiration will be from recent adventures in Namibia and Shetland. Jeni often uses reclaimed metal in her garden as well as her sculpture.

Please follow the A605 to Coates village and follow the art studio signs. Garden will be open. Come and relax, chat about art. Refreshments available.

Jeni Cairns

Jeni creates metal sculptures and intricate filigree metal panels depicting the beauty and fragility of nature. Some inspiration will be 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.

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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

I'm a children's book author and illustrator- I work predominantly in watercolour, soft pastel and collage, and love to draw animals! My eighth book, Balancing Bernie, features lots of dogs, and was published in November 2021 by Hodder Children's Books.

I completed a degree in Graphic Design at Bath Spa University, specialising in illustration, followed by a Master’s degree in Children’s Book Illustration at Cambridge School of Art. After graduating in 2007, I began to write and illustrate picture books alongside teaching art classes in a primary school, during which I invariably managed to get more paint on myself than the children did!

Now fully freelance, I create books and run children’s art classes from my studio (see Artivity), ably assisted by my basset hound, William.

I also enjoy working in ceramics and have recently been working on a series of little dogs!

Follow me on Facebook (Ellie Sandall Illustration) or Instagram (@ellie_sandall_illustration).

Ellie Sandall

I’m a children’s book author and illustrator- I work predominantly in watercolour, soft pastel and collage, and love to draw 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.

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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

Unforseen circumstances has resulted in Anns work now being available for viewing and purchase at Jeni Cairns’ venue for PAOS More

Join me for a number of classes at Peterborough Museum throughout the year. Figure and observational drawing classes and charcoal workshops can be booked through Arttickets page on the Peterborough Museum website:

https://peterborough-museum.arttickets.org.uk/

This year for PAOS I have two events planned:

Saturday 28th June 2025

I am running a large format drawing workshop, where there is an opportunity for people to have a go working from a model.

When: 28th June 2025, 10am - 4pm

Where: Howe Room, Peterborough Museum.

On Sunday 29th June 2025
You can view the new environment inspired carvings being made on a large wooden garden structure, visit a beautiful observatory equipped with a sun viewing telescope. Learn about the cosmic embroidery designs and other artwork I am making at this arts and crafts venue.

Where: The Garden, 55 Main Street, Ailsworth, Peterborough, PE5 7AF

When 10AM - 4PM

James Tovey

Join me for a number of classes at Peterborough Museum throughout the year. Figure and observational drawing classes and charcoal More

Tony Nero

My work is very diverse in subject matter and I work in a variety of mediums such as pencils, More

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