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

I love experimenting with painting, collage, printmaking  and my favourite - ceramics.  I am a member of Anglian Potters and joint organiser of the Stamford Pottery Market. Gardens and courtyard plus refreshments Parking available zone F

Pam Orme

I love experimenting with painting, collage, printmaking  and my favourite – ceramics.  I am a member of Anglian Potters and More

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 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

Primarily a freelance illustrator and printmaker, I have, over the past few years, delved into the world of ceramics. I enjoy the process of creating work through intense processes, which in a way force a slow, considered approach, contrasting with intuitive mark-making in both printmaking and pottery.   Exhibiting as part of Deepford Artists. 

Hannah Bigley

Primarily a freelance illustrator and printmaker, I have, over the past few years, delved into the world of ceramics. I More

dei ceramics work & inspiration My work is a celebration of my love for flowers, landscapes, textiles, nature and found objects. I am influenced by the landscape and surroundings of my home and garden in Rutland and beaches in East of England, Wales and Cornwall and produce- Nature printed ceramics Wall Plaques and mini sculptures Outdoor sculptures Organic bonsai pots A large proportion of my work is decorated using nature printing or general printing techniques and often stained to enhance the detail. My quirky wall plaques/wall hangings and mini sculptures are influenced by naive art and the work of Alfred Wallis and John Maltby.   My frost-hardy outdoor sculptures tend to have simple strong lines and a distinctive style that add interest to a garden, especially when set against dark foliage or positioned on hard surfaces.   I handmade organic bonsai pots. Each is unique with no two identical- perfectly imperfect - is how I like to think of them.   Techniques & materials I use stoneware and occasionally porcelain paper clay. Everything is slab-built or carved and sometimes finished on the wheel. Outdoor pots and sculpture are all kiln fired to 1250-1270C to make them frost-hardy. Indoor items are kiln fired to 1220 - 1250C depending on their finish.   Membership I am a member of the Anglian Potters, the Nature Printing Society, Northamptonshire and Rutland Open Studio (NROS), and Peterborough Artists Open Studios (PAOS).   PAOS 2025 I and dei ceramics will be on display at Rene Viner's studio (René Viner - Peterborough Artists Open Studios %) and garden on 28/29th June, together with Petra Wrights functional ceramics. 5/6 and 12/13 June I will be in my studio/garden in Ketton, Rutland. [caption id="attachment_24645" align="alignnone" width="534"] Porcelain nature printed mosaic picture[/caption] [caption id="attachment_26545" align="alignnone" width="400"] Seaside wall plaque[/caption] [caption id="attachment_24722" align="alignnone" width="448"] Ceramic bird wall plaque tile[/caption] [caption id="attachment_24715" align="alignnone" width="300"] Indoor mini bird sculpture[/caption] [caption id="attachment_24714" align="alignnone" width="533"] Small bonsai carved accent pot[/caption]   For more information see www.deiceramics.com

Dawn Isaac (dei ceramics)

dei ceramics work & inspiration My work is a celebration of my love for flowers, landscapes, textiles, nature and found More

Artist Ruth Hudson is a printmaker and painter based in Stamford. 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. Ruth has recently trained at the University of the Arts, London and completed a portrait painting course. https://www.instagram.com/ruthhudsonartist/ You can subscribe to Ruth's newsletter to be the first to know about forthcoming events and workshop via http://www.rhprints.com Artist Ruth Hudson also hand screen prints limited edition t shirts 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_26648" align="aligncenter" width="426"] Reduction Linocut of Stamford, Lincolnshire by Ruth Hudson[/caption] I will be exhibiting as part of the Deepford Art Group on 28 and 29 June 2025 at Barnack Village Hall. https://www.instagram.com/deepford_artists/ https://paos.org.uk/visitors/

Ruth Hudson

Artist Ruth Hudson is a printmaker and painter based in Stamford. Her original linocuts are printed on an 1856 lithograph 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

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

Open Studio  2025 @ White Trees 6 Demonstrations in the Studio Exhibition of  Drawings, Collages & Paitings the Teaching Studio / Gallery  including new small works just for the open studio Open Garden (approved by the National Garden Scheme in 2012) All visitors are welcome to explore the creativity in the garden too. Join us  for 'A Great British Garden Party ' serving homemade treats and refreshments raising money for the Nursing Charities supported by the  National Garden Scheme   My work is all about the importance and understanding of drawing; I find it difficult to separate myself from the vitality of it and the need to do it, making it a vital foundation of my work and teaching practice.  ‘Drawing’ is where it starts in my sketchbooks  & what continues to be about which ever medium I choose setting in motion the development of an idea plus a sense of renewal and continuation. I see the collage work as  ‘drawing’ with shapes of paper and colour.. My work is held in private and public collections internationally and I  was a winner at Mini print International in Cadaquès in 2021/22      

Julie Reid

Open Studio  2025 @ White Trees 6 Demonstrations in the Studio Exhibition of  Drawings, Collages & Paitings the Teaching Studio 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

[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 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

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 the Arttickets and Eventbrite pages linked to the Peterborough Museum website: www.peterboroughmuseum.org.uk I am pleased to present my latest exhibition this one is at Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery, 51 Priestgate, Peterborough PE1 1LF, from the 8th November to 29th November 2025: 33 Suns and Comet Variations, James Tovey 2025  Colour palette and aesthetic investigations towards embroidery designs There is so much I would like to write about the making of this exhibition, I have had some difficulty making it into a summary info board or leaflet for the show. Beyond digital space It has been immensely enjoyable putting this work together, partly as it brings together a few favourites in terms of art influences, but also has enabled free composition and unhindered direct use of the materials to hand. The concentration on the physical properties of the paint and inclusions has been deliberate. Partly it brings the manifestation of the images forward of a screen and surface, which has a vast appeal to me at the moment. It also adds a sculptural element when the paint is wet, and it also allows for glazing and effects - without the requirement of enslaving them to a space behind the surface that more (using the lay terms) ‘Photographic’ or ‘Figurative’ approaches might. Themed projects & objects They are though still pictures of objects: suns (stars), moons, comets. Symbolised, abstracted, derived from paper and wooden models; some painted after researching on the internet, others made from my own photographs using long telephoto lenses on a modern digital camera. A number of the designs are inspired directly form group workshops I have been involved in providing at Westraven Community Garden and the Learning Tree Kindergarten, in both cases the young people’s work has been up on display for visitors to see. Mysteries of space 2025 has brought a number of exciting physical phenomena together that are to some extent observable by many of us, and yet distant enough to still be abstract and mysterious: • We have a number of comets arriving at similar times in the near proximity of the earth andinner planetary solar system, • We have our own sun emitting large solar storms that are still building in magnitude and may soon or during this exhibition be interacting with the earth. • An interstellar object, 3i Atlas - possibly a large comet five or more km across - is travelling on past, on a very similar plane to the Earth and the other solar system planets orbiting our sun. • Betelgeuse, one of the closest supergiant stars to earth and 700 times larger than our sun has been found to have a companion star close by. It is also dimming and brightening in the sky, with this being attributed to sun spots. Although its explosion has been suggested, it is not thought to be occurring imminently. In his later works the French artist George Braque painted birds, suggesting they were the true free inhabitants of the planet, able to cross national boundaries and roam where they wished. We know of course through studies of bird migrations and their abilities at finding their way, a bird’s roaming ability is more nuanced than total freedom. It could be thought that comets are the universe’s free travellers, transecting vast distances over time periods beyond our human understanding, but they too are subject to explosive, gravitational, thermal and electromagnetic forces from their starting point to their termination in collisions or inclusions into a planetary body, atmosphere or starry inferno. Creative needlework embroidery kits During 2024 my wife and I started working on a joint project of putting together embroidery kits in a format that would enable new and more experienced embroiders alike to overcome the three main obstacles to creative needlework; namely the thread colour selection, the guide drawing and the choice of an essential number of stitches any given design could utilise. The subject for first kits would be cosmic inspired as the variety of exciting ideas to draw from is vast and universal to us all. It also followed from my own interests and previous artwork subjects. For example, the ‘33 Suns’ series here was an idea for an exhibition I started discussing with people in 2016 but other projects have got in the way. The product So to cut a story short, on display are some of my explorations and ideas on the journey as to how the embroidery compositions, colours and thread combinations came about and could go together - their colour relations and interaction. I wanted to aim towards making alternative aesthetic products so they could be seen side by side, partly so my wife and I could see which felt more appropriate for a particular kit composition and colour scheme and as well to envisage how a kit would feel to live with in a domestic setting. FAQs Why paint them? Well making an acrylic painting is measured in hours, day and possibly weeks, whilst making embroideries is measured in magnitudes of days, weeks and months or longer. Why not make them digitally? The compositions are translated into digital line drawings for the embroidery kits, but a screen cannot give the same physical feeling as the object. The pigments used are perceived differently, as reflected light from granulations, surfaces and translucent compounds behave completely differently from light transmitted from a pixel. The touch, feel and aesthetic magical qualities of previewing an embroidery design are not adequately conveyed from a tablet or screen alone. Some of these designs have already been made into kits; other designs may go no further but have been manifested and given the opportunity to interact on a human scale. A selection of the embroidery kits is available to buy at the exhibition and a wider range at the Peterborough Museum Christmas Fair at the end of November, you can also browse online at www.yellingtreepress.co.uk, for more information and the online shop. AI could make it? No it can’t. This is for humans. More paintings will be available online at the end of this exhibition, search for James Tovey artist or Toveyarts on Google. [caption id="attachment_27222" align="alignnone" width="450"] A photograph of James Tovey artist studio, with two paintings of comets on the easel, 2025[/caption]

James Tovey

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

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