Visit artist's studios and venues throughout the PE postcode region

Hi, welcome to my artist page on paos, I am a mixed media artist who also provides tuition, I hope you enjoy the images and will consider visiting my PAOS venue on weekends 1 and 2. [caption id="attachment_4583" align="alignnone" width="533"] Sally Hammerton artist[/caption] Jane Paige of Kings Cliffe has inspired my art and we both studied botanical illustration and did work for the Chelsea Physic Garden. I have been painting for about 25 years. [caption id="attachment_6125" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Sally Hammerton Holly Blue[/caption]

Sally Hammerton Art

I am a self-taught artist and crafter, passionate about bringing my creativity to life through various forms of arts and crafts. From painting to egg decoration, textiles to burnt wood objects, I love exploring new mediums. Above all, I believe it's important to leave a positive impact on the planet. That is why I always aim to reuse and recycle in my work. Join me on this creative journey where sustainability and art converge.

Cilla Marseglia

I enjoy working with a variety of mediums including acrylics, inks, print and collage to explore the forms in nature . Experimenting with textures and marks I try to capture the light and invite the viewer into my work, to walk in a meadow or observe the beach from a vantage point.

Yvette Halewood

Closed 8th & 9th due to unexpected circumstances.   I’m a hobbyist artist with a growing love of oils and acrylics and a new found medium of Lino printing. I’ve come to art later in life but have always enjoyed crafting of some kind. This includes knitting and over the last 5 years crochet. I’m a bit of a let’s have a go at everything kind of gal,  I’ve worked with adults with special needs all my life and have incorporated my love for crafting throughout my working life.

Suzanne Gilby

[caption id="attachment_22418" align="alignnone" width="300"] Baby Rhino[/caption] The natural world is my inspiration and provides wonderful subject matter. I use many different media including watercolour, oils, acrylics, pencils and charcoal to capture (hopefully) the personalities of the fascinating animals and birds I've been lucky enough to observe both in the UK and abroad. Level access apart from one low step to studio. Refreshments in garden if weather allows. Parking front of house. Open other times by appointment.

Sue Jarvis

RH Prints aka 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. Ruth also holds Beginners lino print workshops throughout the year. Her next event will take place on 6th June at The Blonde Beet in Stamford http://www.blondebeet.co.uk You can subscribe to Ruth's newsletter to be the first to know about forthcoming events and workshop via http://www.rhprints.com RH Prints aka 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] Visit my Garden Studio in Stamford. 2nd, 8th and 9th July. You can see my 1856 press and there will be lots of original prints and greeting cards available. There will also be an opportunity to print your own greeting card to take home with you. Refreshments will also be provided. https://paos.org.uk/visitors/

RH Prints aka Ruth Hudson Linocuts

I have practiced oil painting for the last 30 years. My work covers mainly portraits for family and friends and also landscapes of East Anglia. I have attended classes at Peterborough City College for the last 20 years.

Roger Garfield

My work is driven by a passion for natural beauty, and I strive to capture the essence of beauty in every piece I create. Whether it is the intricate patterns of a flower petal, the interplay of light and shadow of fish in water, or the bold contrast of colours in a peacock to the romance of colours in abstract pieces. My art is an expression of my own soul’s perspective on what I admire in the world, a celebration of the beauty. Through my work, I hope to bring an appreciation of the beauty and richness found in the world around us. place to sit, facilities - refreshments: tea, coffee, cold-drinks and cakes available to purchase, some demonstrations by accompanying artist.

Racham

As a painter I explore urban landscape and figurative compositions in oil, acrylic and mixed media. Working mainly on landscape and urban landscape, I focus on human activity in relation to architectural or natural environments, documenting the life of the city and countryside from my own personal perspective. I studied fine art at Manchester Polytechnic before taking up a career in graphic design and illustration. From 1987 onwards I have been a partner in a graphic design company. I work from sketches and photographs, using them as a drawing aid to capture images that I edit to use as a framework for a painting or print. Shared studio with fellow PAOS painter Krystyna Wojcik. Please be aware that there are six steps leading up to our studio. Cold drinks and snacks will be on offer.

Paul Joseph-Crank

I work in acrylics and am in love with the British countryside. I aim to make an impact with strong colour contrasts and whimsical, sometimes abstract themes. Follow the signs upstairs to my tiny studio

Nic Willett

Quite simply I try to photograph what catches my eye, and hope it will catch yours too. Having been interested in photography a long time, I started taking it a little more seriously in 2012. Since then, I have learnt what I can in an effort to achieve better results. There will be a variety of my work available on display to purchase or order. Whilst browsing and asking any questions you have, Bewitched offer a great range of refreshments. If you want to park as close to the venue as possible when visiting, use the Railway Sidings Pay and Display car park, unless you want to wander into town afterwards in which the multi-storey Sand Martin House car park.

Neil Torr Photography

I am an artist and printmaker, My inspirations and main themes are the shapes and patterns found in nature and the man-made world. I like a nice mis-shapen tree, old fence posts or broken gates. I work mainly from my own photographs, usually taken in the countryside around my home in East Anglia. I love drawing with a pencil: I think it is a wonderfully versatile tool, but I also like using pastels and charcoal. I paint in acrylics, oil and watercolour. I also enjoy playing with colour and texture by mixing media and making collages. My prints are normally linocuts or drypoint. [caption id="attachment_22090" align="alignleft" width="800"] Houghton Mill - Drypoint[/caption]

Lynn Curry

I mainly work in oils but enjoy exploring techniques using wax,ink and other mixed media. My inspiration is the natural world.

Liz Hurst

As a craft addict I love working in lots of different mediums and am always looking to learn more skills. I discovered Fused Glass a couple of years ago and was hooked. I enjoy all aspects of working with glass from the creative side where I can indulge myself in the huge variety of colours and textures available through to the more scientific side of the actual fusing. It has been a massive learning curve, frustrating at times but totally worthwhile. The Place Stamford is a gift shop that supports local artists. During the open weekends I will be available to chat about Fused Glass and talk about the different techniques.

Lisa Johnson

I mainly paint landscapes and city scapes in watercolour and acrylic and I enjoy trying to capture colourful fleeting moments, though I do find that I'm drawn to trying to capture landscapes when that wonderful 'eldritch light' is falling. We warmly welcome you to our studio but please be aware that there are six steps leading up to it. Cold drinks and snacks will be on offer.

Krystyna Wojcik

I've been painting for as long as I can remember but after two decades of teaching, decided to turn my attention to my artwork full time. I describe my work as British Naïve. Indeed I'm a proud member of the ABNA. My landscapse are whimsical and quirky. I paint stunning places mostly inspired by the UK. Capturing the countryside, seaside towns and coastlines of a truly beautiful Britain, in my own unique style, is what my work is all about. This year I’ll be exhibiting alongside Sarah Heather in her fabulous garden and studio, join us there!

Kerry Shearer

I'm Katie and I've lived in Stamford now for 16 years. I have loved arts and crafts since I was very young and I am very lucky to be able to spend my time doing what I love, creating art in a variety of ways. I love to paint and mainly use watercolour creating whimsical art. I also enjoy creating with polymer clay making different unique jewellery pieces and framed art. I love sunflowers and they, along with other beautiful flowers, feature a great deal in my work. Alongside other artists I will be exhibiting at The Place Stamford and also working on various pieces of art, including creating Klimt style polymer clay pieces.

Katie Wilkins

My name is Katherine Hill. I produce canvasses in acrylics using palette knives brushes markers impressionism to create bold colours and images. Pieces ranging from photographs cards to canvasses of all sizes. Garments using different techniques also available.

Katherine Hill

My passion is sketching and painting the world around me in my sketchbook diaries. Standing in situ I draw with a black biro as much as I can of what is going on around me, adding colour with my small field box of watercolours. Four of my sketchbooks have been published-two volumes of ‘London in Landscape’, the ‘Stamford Sketchbook’, and ' A Fellow Traveller', which records my journey as a Churchill Fellow. I undertake delightfully diverse commissions for individuals and organisations, painting places with special meaning to them, or creating bespoke illustrations for their projects. I lead sketching workshops for all levels and give illustrated talks. Refreshments are available at The Place and there will be some sketching demonstrations.

Karen Neale

I am a printmaker/ illustrator.  My works is figurative, happy and cheerful. I exhibited my work in gallarirs in Cambridge, illustrated books and magazine and designed greeting cards and wrapping paper. Greeting cards on sale as well as framed prints. More works can be viewed with a prior arrangement at othertimes   [caption id="attachment_22731" align="alignleft" width="406"] Whales by Kay Kaoru Miyake / single plate etching[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22734" align="alignleft" width="421"] Gorillas by Kay Kaoru Miyake / single plate etching[/caption]                                 [caption id="attachment_22736" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Swan by Kay Kaoru Miyake / Single plate etching with aquatint and embossing[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_22018" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Jungle by Kay Kaoru Miyake / mixed media incl etching and mono print[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_22735" align="aligncenter" width="401"] Penguins by Kary Kaoru Miyake / single plate etching[/caption]    

Kay Kaoru Miyake

I see art and all the forms it takes as a never ending journey of discovery, expression and escapism. I paint and draw with a variety of mediums and am always happy to try something new. In addition, I also make jewellery using mainly silver and copper. I would describe myself as quite eclectic in thought and style, taking inspiration from life to convey a message through art that evokes an emotive reaction.

Judy Monk

I am a designer/maker of unique Handbags and cushions. I am passionate about textiles and try to make quirky and vibrant pieces that are practical as well as fun. As well as imagining my own designs, I can fashion creations to your bespoke requirements.

Joanne Potter

Isabella Valerio is an artist and illustrator whose practice focuses on the relationship between the form and function of the rich nature that surrounds her. She uses her intuition of colour and shape to help translate her inner thoughts and feelings into brushstrokes and mark-making. Isabella understands the importance of using art as a means of self-expression, self-reflection and healing 

Isabella Valerio

I joined CCP on a short oil painting course and have continued ever since. The support of the class and diversity of work encouraged me to enter a piece and it be accepted at the V&A Museum. This gave me ambition to experiment with different mediums including print making, which I like to incorporate into pieces. I enjoy adding collage and often using reclaimed wood as the canvas which adds great texture. I have enjoyed exhibiting at Stewards Gallery at Henley Royal Regatta over a number of years.

Helen Wallace

A passion for gardening and my job as a freelance garden writer has been the catalyst for my paintings, prints and textile designs based around plants and flowers. I love colour, and this is always reflected in the work that I do, as well as in my home surroundings and my small town garden in the middle of Stamford. Paintings (oils and watercolours), prints and a range of organic cotton floral tea towels will be available. There will be coffee, tea, cold drinks and some delicious homemade cakes on offer, alongside the art. Donations for refreshments, on a pay as you feel basis, will go to the Crohn's & Colitis UK charity. Visitors are very welcome to sit in the tiny garden which has been redesigned and planted this year.

Fiona Cumberpatch

Blossom Brooks is a multimedia artist based in Crowland. Inspired by magical creatures, she focuses on the anthropomorphic, most pieces taking the form of rabbits. Blossom illustrates in ink, colour pencil and digital mediums, she also creates mixed media sculptures to fully explore her unique imagination. Her work appeals to all ages, online she often accompanies her works with short stories to draw the eye to the details hidden within.

Blossom Brooks

I am a painter of animals, with a history in Graphic Design. Following study at the North School of Art and Design I moved into painting animals in oils or coloured pencils. I now work almost exclusively to commission, creating high quality pet portraits. [caption id="attachment_21878" align="alignnone" width="800"] dav[/caption] During my open studio days, I will be painting some portraits in oil and in coloured pencils. Refreshments will be available.

Delia Moth

Hello, I'm Christina, the self proclaimed Queen of Cats. I live in Woodston, Peterborough with my partner, two children and many pets,where we run a childminding business from home. I've always enjoyed crafting, but never found my true passion until I started working with resin. This has progressed from buying and using store-bought molds, to creating our own molds and designs, the best sellers of which are my unique Cat ornaments. I also enjoy decoupaging stones. During lockdown, like many people, given the extra time at home, I decided to open an Etsy store and Instagram account to promote and sell my creations. We are easily accessible, located in Woodston, Peterborough, just out of the city centre and will be opening up our garden and offering refreshments.

Christina Queen of Cats

Chris Moss works in visual art across a variety of media from oils and acrylics, through pastels and watercolours to cyanotypes. She is mostly inspired by the natural world and our response to it. Chris loves exploring the effect of colour and aims to provoke an emotional reaction to her art, whether that is awe at the beauty of nature or tenderness in the relationships between people. [caption id="attachment_23193" align="alignleft" width="743"] Early Morning Haze, Norfolk. Acrylics and oils.[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_21845" align="alignnone" width="800"] Bay of Fires, Tasmania. Acrylics.[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_23278" align="alignnone" width="526"] Bird of Prey. Acrylics.[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_23279" align="alignnone" width="291"] Cambridge Bicycle. Watercolours and ink.[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_23280" align="alignnone" width="474"] Stormy Lighthouse. Oils.[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_23283" align="alignnone" width="496"] Slaters Bridge, Little Langdale. Watercolours and ink.[/caption]     [caption id="attachment_23292" align="alignnone" width="400"] New Life. Watercolours.[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_23291" align="alignnone" width="503"] Times Square, New York. Oils.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23299" align="alignnone" width="800"] Left: Frosted Beauty. Pastels. Right: Fallen Log. Pastels.[/caption]

Chris Moss

[caption id="attachment_22361" align="alignnone" width="592"] Kingfisher.Plattsy[/caption] I have been painting for over 30 years. Initially my choice of medium was watercolour, but in the last four years I have switched to painting in oil. I have recently been attracted to painting in fine detail and use specially prepared art boards enabling me to add the finer details. [caption id="attachment_22337" align="alignnone" width="567"] Tiger in bamboo. Plattsy[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22370" align="alignnone" width="529"] Barn - St Judith’s Lane, Sawtry. Plattsy[/caption] £ Plattsy [caption id="attachment_22343" align="alignnone" width="613"] Eagle. Plattsy[/caption] Collie Plattsy  

Plattsy

I make functional, mainly hand thrown, stoneware pottery using simple and contemporary designs from my small garden studio, the dugout. Utilising a variety of different stoneware clays I enjoy exposing the bare clay where possible to promotean organic look. In addition to making handthrown pottery I create abstract pictures in mixed media. For Open Studios (weather permitting) there will be pit fire, raku and weaving demonstrations. Ample free parking,refreshments, cakes and plenty of outside seating. Walk the mowed path through the re-wilded meadow trail to view the indigenous plants and insects.   A warm welcome awaits you to meet and chat with a variety of artisans and to enjoy a range of activities /demonstrations in a fenland setting

Carolyn Noble, The Dugout Pottery

My work mainly consists of bright, joyful paintings of flowers with the occasional landscape. I use a range of materials including acrylic, water colours, gouache, oil pastels and coloured pencils. My aim is to create work that is enjoyable and surprising. My paintings are made in a way that would be considered child-like, which I consider a good thing! I want it to come across through my work how fun painting should be and that we never really lose that innate need to make things that is so prevalent when we are young. For this reason my subject matter focuses on the things that are light in life. Flowers from a loved one, a walk in the countryside, birds flying through the sky. All the things that may be fleeting but can be captured through a good painting session. I work in a range of sizes from A4 to large canvases, I find that I switch between sizes in the same way that I switch between mediums. Some paintings need something more fluid to capture the moment, and others need pigment and boldness. Generally bolder paintings need a larger surface and more space for brush strokes and composition. In this case I'll work on a big canvas. However in instances where I want to focus on the details and textures within a composition I'll revert to the immediacy of paint on paper. I'm extremely excited to be a part of  Peterborough Artist Open Studios this year. I hope to see you at my home studio in Fletton where the garden will be open, there will be drinks to be had (maybe even cake) and lots of art to feast your eyes upon! If you wish to pop by outside of opening hours feel free to get in touch to arrange. You can view more of my work and process over on my Instagram, Facebook and my website. Don't forget to check out all of the other amazing artist's work here.

Bethany Jayne Studio

A retired chartered architect, latterly working in Peterborough, I have attended art and painting classes at City College Peterborough for around 15 years. My main interest is landscape and townscape painting. However, I have also painted railway scenes and figure studies including a small number of commissions, mainly for friends and family. I predominately paint in acrylics using brush and palette knife but also have experience using water mixable oils, watercolours and pencils.   [caption id="attachment_22282" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Arundel Castle[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_21787" align="aligncenter" width="536"] Lakeside, Windermere, Lake District[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_21786" align="aligncenter" width="523"] Rocky Beach, South Devon[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_21785" align="aligncenter" width="535"] Brancaster Beach, Norfolk[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_22301" align="aligncenter" width="489"] Reflections on Water[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_22297" align="aligncenter" width="408"] Lighthouse, Hunstanton, Norfolk[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_22300" align="aligncenter" width="296"] Eden Project with Flowers[/caption]  

Alistair Hawkins

I’m totally hooked on Acrylic Pour, I just love how the colours pop. I re-purpose pots, vases and canvases to match your decor. My other passion is watercolour. I believe strongly that everyone benefits from colour in their life.

Pauline K Wheatley

Over the last three years my practice has developed to include contemporary bookbinding and a variety of associated printing and other ways of creating 2 and 3 dimensional art. These include eco printing, rust printing, mono printing, mushroom printing, suminagashi, stitch and origami. I am based at a studio arts complex which includes a cafe and attractive garden spaces. Meetings by appointment.

Gillian Wing

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. Emily is spending time reconnecting with her art practice this year so there will be lots of exploratory workings and new work to see! She is currently working with a mix of different materials including printmaking and drawing on her iPad.

Emily Bowers

[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 enjoying the process of linocut printing, monotypes and screen printing on paper and textiles from her home studio in Market Deeping Dehlia has displayed her work at venues across the country, including, most recently, the prestigious Hepworth Gallery Wakefield. Taking her inspiration from what excites and interests her in her surroundings, Dehlia's  sketches and drawings form the basis of designs that are transferred onto lino, carved and printed by hand. 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

I am a self taught artist. I paint a wide variety of subjects on canvas, wood and furniture using acrylic and oil paint.

Stephen Kulczak

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

Inspired by the natural landscape and ancient sites, I create constructed textiles using hand and machine embroidery.  Found objects often embellish my work and develop new storylines. The techniques used in my textile rarely depart from a blend of slow handstitching and intense machine embroidery to accentuate forms and structures.I occasionally experiment with eco dyeing and use these pieces as focus areas in my work related to landscapes. I work intuitively with the observed ancient landscape, often drifting into memory and impressions. Soft colours,  hand dyed fabric  and threads inspire me to create images that recall places and events. I am an exhibiting textile artist with the 'Exquisite Heritage' mixed media group . We had exhibitions in 2017 and 2018, the latter at Peterborough Cathedral, and were working towards our next exhibition when the pandemic slowed us down. I work in a studio at home, but my handstitching is portable and follows me everywhere, travelling with it brings change of perspective, colour and the freedom to change ideas when faced with new imagery is always a delight. I keep sketchbooks with drawings and samplers to refresh ideas. This  year I am a member of Textile.org and have a piece in their archive after working through one of their workshops. I enjoy teaching, and inspiring others has been a joy during the difficult pandemic time. As a result of this I have textile slow stitch friends in a community that is now world wide to exchange ideas with.   The rhythm, pattern and repetition of hand stitching has accompanied me through the years ,taking various forms in creative textile pieces; in 2D, 3D , costume design and garment construction. My formal background is a Fine Art degree with a PGCE in teaching. I finished my teaching career as a Head of Department that specialised in Textiles.

Liz Hunt

Handmade, scalpel cut, unique paper cuts. Influenced by traditional Japanese/Chinese paper cuts, but over the years my own style has been overlaid and how I can manipulate the blade. Each subject I choose teaches me its own outcome. I attended the Jacob Kramer art college in Leeds in the early 1970’s. My artwork became a hobby only, as I worked in the Civil Service and had my children. During the intervening years I painted murals, cars, cards, ceramics and made stencils. Returning to paper cutting on my retirement in 2015.

Jennie Grainger

I am a bird watching, nature loving artist and this inspires most of my work. I usually paint in watercolour and oils. Happy to offer mini watercolour tutorials. Accessible toilet and entrance, flat through out.Refreshments and cake will be available to purchase (proceeds to support adults with Learning Disabilities).

Gandyfloss Art (Hannah Ganderton)

Inspired by nature I manipulate photographs to being an abstract element to my artwork/ceramics, bringing them to life. Applying this technique across many media has created my signature style.    

Gurdeep Matharo

Handmade chairs from green wood Teas and cakes in the garden

Gordon Monk

As an artist I don’t like working in just one medium, my work can be anything from figurative sculpture to mixed media painting using various materials using vibrant colours. I like to bring joy and inspire people with my art, with my own creative expression through my own mental health, feelings and diversity experiences, I found my voice through my art. I also like to expand my artistic expression by experimenting and discovering new materials or recycled objects to work with in a unique way. A perfect place to visit to relax with a warm inviting atmosphere, get away from it all and connect with other like minded people appreciating art. Refreshments available.

Dacia Stroud

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

My work consists of painting, textiles and woodcraft inspired by the countryside and coastline. Where possible I like to use recycled and sustainable materials.

Carol Richards

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

As a handweaver and a spinner, I use natural fibres to produce pieces of work with an emphasis on texture, design and colour. I make scarves and cushions as well as smaller pieces. My inspiration comes from the landscape both locally and further a field. I will be demonstrating spinning and weaving during the weekend, and there will also be pit fire and raku demonstrations (weather permitting). Ample free parking, refreshments, cakes and plenty of outside seating. Walk the mowed path through the re-wilded meadow trail to view the indigenous plants and insects. To see more images of my work please search: @andrea_theweavingpotter on Instagram I use an 8 shaft table loom and also spin fibre for weaving.  

Andrea Van Kleef

A brief synopsis of my creative life to date.. I graduated from Art School in 1990 with a BA(Hons) in Fine Art painting at Staffordshire University under the tutelage of Terry Shave. I then moved to Derry in Northern Ireland and started working for the North West Artist's Association as an administrator to work with local artists and children's workshops in conjunction with the Orchard Gallery. My role was Arts Council funded and also gave me a free studio space to carry on painting. After a couple of years I'd built up a body of work to have a one person show at the City Library. It was great experience though sadly the funding was removed and employment became tough so I returned to Peterborough to start work in an art shop. Work and family commitments consumed my time and aside from the odd commission, some mural painting and various crafting exploits, I hadn't found a way back to painting until a few years ago. I'm now fully focused on painting as much as possible and have been encouraged by how much work I've sold in the last 18 months. I use paint and colour in a bold expressive way, my work is figurative with abstract elements and my subject matter is predominantly drawn from musicians on stage . I work mainly in acrylics and integrate spray paint and stencils on occasion to create various textures and surfaces in the paint. I also love drawing in charcoal in an expressive style with the subjects being figures and animals. Although much of my work is intuitive and gestural I do find it important to engage in the discipline of looking whether in life drawing or portraiture. I can't paint without listening to the likes of Miles Davis or John Coltrane.   I have had my own bespoke framing business since 2009, Complete Framing in Woodston and my studio is in the back of the workshop. I welcome visitors at any time to see finished work and work in progress.

Colin Chapman

I design handmade jewellery in a range of styles using semi precious stones. Each piece is unique and I enjoy working with customers to make bespoke pieces for special occasions. My names Bridget and I am a jewellery designer. I have been a lover of design all my life and I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity to indulge in my passion and make jewellery for others to enjoy! I started my business over 10 years ago and have loved expanding it over time. I use a wide variety of materials but my main love is the use of semi-precious stones. I look forward to meeting new people each year at this fabulous open house event Semi precious jewellery designer-offering everything from necklaces through to bag charms, all handmade, one off pieces, to suit all budgets

Bridget Bradley Designs

I'm exhibiting with Jeni Cairns and can't wait to see you. Open Studios is always wonderful, and life has no meaning for me without creativity. Illustration is what I love. For the past ten years I've sat on hundreds of Peterborough benches illustrating life as it happens. I'm a bit obsessed but love it. My work is very loose, illustrative and distinctive. I've got new finished material for 2023 Open Studios. Jeni's garden is amazing, come have a cup of tea in a relaxed and comfortable space, not forgetting other refreshments and cake. Looking forward to another great open studios. Best wishes, Lynne

Lynne Collins

I have been creating for many years. I graduated from theUniversity 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 colourful garden and want to bring the same mood to the gardens. Many call my style as close to Abstract Impressionism. My work contains many positives.

Jaroslaw Jacek Sokol

...scattergun experimentation in some pretty mixed up medias and photography. "Some people think outside the box ...Chris' thinking strayed far from that box a long time ago and has yet to return" ...some say, he once actually found said box ...but then, defiantly,  just jumped up and down on it ...rather than ticking it!

Chris Lovell

Leatherwork studio. Handmade leatherwork and classes Work for sale, tutorials and workshops in creative leatherwork, belts and bag making.

Justin Capp

[gallery ids="23371,22711,22707,22702,23373,23378"] 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. [caption id="attachment_23375" align="alignleft" width="526"] Dancing Trees[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23374" align="alignright" width="329"] Tulips[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23377" align="alignright" width="293"] Spring Tulips[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23376" align="alignleft" width="338"] Idle Gaze[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22708" align="alignright" width="283"] Urban Peterborough 1[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23383" align="alignright" width="534"] The Mist[/caption] For PAOS 2023 we are centrally located in Peterborough, close to other PAOS exhibitions.

Stella Poole

I am Sarah, I have always been a creative person ever since I can remember but it has only been recently that I have started painting regularly and developing my own creative practice. For me, it is all about the energy in the marks I make, and the feeling that it evokes for the viewer. I am not aiming for perfect, I am aiming for a feeling of excitement, happiness and aliveness. Art is fun, a reflection of my happy uplifting smile in colour on the canvas, as I discover my authentic self through the art that I create. This year I am showing my original art at my own open studio in Manea on 1st and 2nd July alongside guest artist and PAOS member Kerry Shearer.  I am also showing my work the following weekend as a guest of Denise Brown in Benwick, 8th and 9th July. On Saturday 1st July, I am sponsoring the Manea Scarecrow Festival so if you decide to visit Manea that weekend all the scarecrows will be on their best behaviour!

Sarah Heather

A local photographer focused on capturing the moment, be it wildlife, travel or people. Capturing the dramatic and highlighting the beauty in situations. You can see that photography complements the amazing artistic skills of painters, drawers and textile makers. Looking to collaborate on portraiture and street photography and extend into still-life work.

Sailesh Panchal

Textile artist working primarily with wildlife and botanical themes to create realistic studies and environmentally conscious printing techniques. Bird filled garden hosting demonstrations and refreshments,Internal gallery space spotlighting needle felted sculpture,printed silk scarves and wall hangings, wearable art and more.

Kim Carmichael – OkieFolky Fiber Arts

Mixed media artist, painting, sculpture, taxidermy, bell jars and many doodles of flowers. Group exhibiting at the Norman Cross gallery.  

Lisa Helin

Mixed Media & Textile work inspired by colour, texture and a touch of metallic sparkle.Guided intuitively by Reiki, layered materials are creatively fused through collage, print, paint, bonding and or stitch. During PAOS 2023 I am with multiple Artists from a mixture of disciplines all under one roof! Free car parking, disabled access & toilet, Community Cafe, serving light bites, cake and drinks.

Kim Moore Artist and Healer

    I capture the environments I am surrounded by using a variety of methods and mediums. During the last couple of years I’ve also been capturing the natural and man made objects I am surrounded by, lots of these are based of local areas because of covid restrictions. New pieces celebrate the fact I can travel a little further a field too. I still like to say all my art works are sketches of a busy mind by a body which doesn’t always work. My most up to date work can be found on my Instagram page @janemehmedgarner

Jane Garner

As a life-long artist who has done numerous works, I find myself drawn to bold, abstract styles that are full of strong colours and surrealist elements. My work often incorporates portraiture, allowing me to explore the intersection between the human form and abstract design. I love to experiment with different materials and techniques, which is why I often work with mixed media,  including acrylics, oils, and pastels. This allows me to create layered and textured pieces that invite the viewer to take a closer look and discover new details each time they view my work.

Eileen Sidnell

DEE-ZYN JEWELLERY - HAND DESIGNED UNIQUE JEWELLERY Dee-zyn Jewellery was created by myself Deanne Echarri back in 2008. I have been designing and creating silver jewellery for over 15 years now. After completing a silversmith course back in 2010, I decided to explore PMC (precious metal clay) and completed a diploma in this... However, I still felt as though I was not quite there with what I wanted to produce. Finally I found Wire Sculpture Jewellery, creating twists and swirls to shape and form the wire to encase gemstones within, thus creating completely unique one-of-a-kind pieces using only wire and small tools. NO soldering!!! Consequently I fell completely in love with this, and went on to complete 6 Master Class Courses learning the skills and techniques needed to become an expert in the field. As a result, I now design and craft quality silver and copper wire jewellery using precious and semi-precious stones from around the world. Each piece is unique and crafted by hand using master wire sculpting techniques. I am an international seller, selling online as well as at craft fayres, wedding fayres, trade fayres and galleries.   DEE-ZYN WIRE JEWELLERY SCHOOL Dee-zyn Jewellery also runs a Wire Jewellery School, empowering other people to have a go and learn to create their own beautiful jewellery using the same techniques that I fell in love with. There are many different workshops and courses, providing the knowledge and physical skills needed to create different styles of jewellery. My motto is that 'everyone can make jewellery' which I wholeheartedly believe. The classes are suitable for all ages and abilities from complete beginners to those looking at learning new techniques or brushing up on their former jewellery making skills. Almost all classes run on weekday evenings and weekends and prices start from just £10. Dee-zyn Jewellery School is a fast growing independent jewellery training centre based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. With over 30 classes running each year from beginners to Masterclass, there are plenty to choose from. The classes are run from our fully-equipped jewellery studio in a beautiful garden setting. There is something at Dee-zyn Jewellery School for everyone.   JEWELLERY MAKING TASTER WORKSHOPS DURING POAS Each day of PAOS, there will be taster sessions where you can have a go at making an item of jewellery.  These are all at discounted prices which include all materials, tuition, and use of tools. Beads and Gems available to purchase on the day Taster sessions will be: June Saturday 24th- Cabochon Pendant Making        1pm - 1.30pm    Cabochon pendant making Sunday 25th -  Crystal Rings                                  1pm - 1.30pm     Crystal ring making Saturday 1st - Elegant Tennis Bracelet                 2.30pm - 3.30pm     Tennis bracelet making Sunday 2nd - Treble Clef Pendant Making          2.30pm - 3.00pm   Treble clef pendant Saturday 8th - Rose ring Making                           4pm - 4.30pm     Earring making Sunday 9th - Modern Earring Making                  4pm - 4.30pm    Modern Earring Making   Please contact me to ensure your space and to find out more on 01733 265249 or follow the links to book online.   Copy and paste the link to Eventbrite of the workshop you want to find out more about or book and have a go at making your own Jewellery or email me at: dee-zyn@hotmail.com   PARKING in Sacred Heart School car park at back of House, Entrance through back gate, look for the Green Sign.    

Deanne Echarri – Dee-zyn Jewellery

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. [caption id="attachment_21834" align="alignnone" width="560"] Blue Lagoon[/caption] 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

Hello! My name is Shalini Austin. I am a self taught metalsmith and I make Copper things. Originally from New Delhi, India I now live in Stamford with my husband and rescue dogs. In my home studio and workshop in Stamford, Lincolnshire I work with copper sheet and wire and handcraft Sculptures, Giftware & Jewellery. During Peterborough Artists Opens studios I will be exhibiting and demonstrating at The Place on St Mary's Street, Stamford. A full range of my work will be available to view and buy. I will also be showing some steps of the making process of my decorative pieces and copper jewellery. This may involve a hammer, an anvil and some noise! [caption id="attachment_5865" align="alignright" width="300"] Artisan Felter Eve Marshall & Coppersmith Shalini Austin with their collaborative sculptures 'Seagull and 'Arthur the Dodo'[/caption] For several years I have collaborated with Felt Artist Eve Marshall and to make sculptures and giftware. As a result of our art collaborations feature often in the work I exhibit. I also collaborate with my husband who took up palletwood upcycling during the first lockdown in 2020, when he could not go to work. I make components for his pieces and also use pallet wood to mount my wall art pieces and as sculpture base. [gallery link="file" ids="13677,19248,21682,7610,7609,19249,21681,21683,21686" orderby="rand"]

Shalini Austin

[caption id="attachment_22775" align="alignleft" width="389"] Bark like vases in stoneware. Hand formed with slip and sodium silicate to make broken bark type texture[/caption] I am using lots of mixed media. Pottery thrown and handbuilt pieces. Sculpture. Painting in Watercolours and Acrylic and a small amount of Pyrography. I take my inspiration from nature and animals around me.   [caption id="attachment_22748" align="alignleft" width="577"] Fenland sunset[/caption]

Liz Davies

I am a self taught mixed media artist, currently enjoying experimenting with watercolours, acrylics, collage and inks. I find inspiration in everything from the natural world around me in the Fens to celebrities.  

Karen Harrison

Welcome to Handmade by Joolz! I'm Julia, and I'm all about crafting stained glass pieces that will steal your heart. My creations are more than just decorations - they're a fusion of my love for stained glass and textiles that radiate warmth and comfort in your home. Working with glass is my happy place, and I'm always exploring new techniques to add a unique touch to my work. I enjoy experimenting with found objects and wire embellishments to create 3D pieces that push the boundaries of traditional stained glass. If you're looking to learn the art of stained glass, I offer beginner's workshops that are perfect for groups of four. Book a session through my website https://bit.ly/3AdjqZY or get in touch to schedule a bespoke experience. Come and see me in action at PAOS and discover the magic of stained glass. Let's create something beautiful together!   [caption id="attachment_6415" align="alignleft" width="379"] Green Man Suncatcher 12"x12"[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6416" align="alignnone" width="376"] Stained glass succulent tealight holders[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23014" align="alignnone" width="198"] Barn Owl standing on a tree stump[/caption]

Julia Taroni – Handmade by Joolz

I am a wood-turner using mostly local sourced hardwoods which I carve into intricate sculptures, adding texture and colour using spirit stains and pyrography

Jon Paine

I make jewellery specialising in chain maille and wire work. I use silver plated copper wire to make all of the component parts including all the jump rings which are weaved together to make the final piece. I find it fascinating that such lowly ingredients can make such beautiful jewellery.    

Jenny Sheldrake

I have a passion for Art, looking and doing, I'm really enjoying mixed media with all it's unusual exciting twists I am a self taught artist and have rediscovered my love of creating art after many years of doing none at all. I love looking at art, all kinds, and a couple of years ago went along to a local art exhibition where I met an artist named Wendy who persuaded me to go along to a new art group and here I am ... I have recently completed a brilliant drawing course with a local artist, Paisley Art, which gave me back my passion for mark making. I prefer experimenting with media and mixing  different ones together to see what evolves sometimes magical and sometimes…..  Well you can always paint over it.                 

Janette Olive

I work predominantly with damaged old china, breaking the original design and seeing disconnected shape, pattern and texture form new pictures in a modern mosaic style. My jewellery combines silver, enamel and semi precious stones, taking inspiration from the fen landscape and beyond. Visitors are very welcome to visit my workshop but it's advisable to check before travelling and make an appointment if possible. I teach mosaic making workshops for beginners and those wanting to improve an existing skill-details can be found on my artists page on the Unique Studios website. www.uniquecottagestudios.co.uk

Fiona Gurney

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

Opening times by prior appointment, please message me if you are planning a visit :) 1st, 2nd July - 10am - 4pm     Original paintings in oil, acrylics and its merchandise, Graphic Design, prints Parallel state education I have attended art school, courses and private tuition, Design College, The Art Academy of Latvia and finished with the degree from University of the Arts London My work reflects beauty of the nature where you can meet fantasies mixing with realism   I love life, beautiful minds,motorbikes, flowers, listening to flying bats in our garden in candlelight.      

Martina

I am a self taught artist and enjoy creating figurative art and landscapes. Mostly working in oil paints and pastels, I also love using new mediums. I have completed a Diploma in oil painting with award winner artist Martin Kinnear . I have enjoyed studying the work of famous painters and recreating them. Come and see me at my own studio, Art Studio Q. These are my studies of “girl in a green dress” by Gwen John and “ old man” by Rembrandt. Using the same methods as the artist would have from ground to top glaze. My study after Keith Vaughan using a limited palette. Study after Raoul Dufy   Modelling example after “Old Duff” by Samuel Peploe Impressionist studies   studies of techniques used by artist Bertha Morisot, the unsung female hero of Impressionism. I’m half way through my course and am excited to be developing my own paintings style from all the knowledge I’m gaining. Follow me on social media to see my journey Instagram I have taken part in the Sky Arts programme, Landscape Artist of the Year 2021 as a wildcard entry at Chartwell House in Kent. I have produced many landscape paintings in oils using palette knives and brushes. It has been fun to paint in 'plein air' and be outside. Alongside this, I have produced a lot of work on reclaimed wood. Childhood Memories: Artwork in pastel pencils and oils of well-loved toys of past and present generations. Vintage toys oils on wooden blocks ”Old chums” oils on canvas

Wendy Quinnell

I have been making ceramics for many years. I love the versatility of clay, and the different effects the glazes can give. I mainly make pots, using several construction methods and use two colour pallets of ivory and blue, I then can concentrate on the challenge of achieving the right finish for every pot.

Lindsay Wisniewski

[caption id="attachment_22936" align="alignnone" width="484"] Jill Colman 23) Velvet with metallic foils embellished with stitching[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22928" align="alignnone" width="537"] Jill Colman 25) Paper and stitch collage[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22934" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jill Colman 26) Notebooks with print/stitch covers[/caption] I trained as an artist/designer and now simply love designing and making jewellery. The excitement comes from working in a variety of materials... glass, copper, silver, polymer clay and semi-precious gems stones. I also take great pleasure in working and developing ideas with textiles and mixed media. My garden and the natural world offer me great inspiration. [caption id="attachment_6478" align="alignnone" width="533"] Jill Colman 1) Sculpted copper pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6469" align="alignnone" width="362"] Jill Colman 2) Sculpted copper pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6467" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jill Colman 24) Mixed media collage[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6463" align="alignnone" width="457"] Jill Colman 22) Polymer clay ‘liquorice allsorts’ necklaces[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22914" align="alignnone" width="367"] Jill Colman 16) Malacite pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22912" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jill Colman 8) Dichroic glass and wire work pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22904" align="alignnone" width="291"] Jill Colman 7) Dichroic glass and silver wirework[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22903" align="alignnone" width="282"] Jill Colman 6) Silver pendant and earrings[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22902" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jill Colman 5) Silver and glass pendants[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22905" align="alignnone" width="533"] Jill Colman 4) Forged and beaten copper cuffs[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6462" align="alignnone" width="333"] Jill Colman 15) Labradorite and silver wire pendant[/caption] I make one-off pieces of jewellery in glass, silver, copper, silk and semi-precious stones. Interested by the materials and their varying and fabulous qualities of colour, texture and form, I take my inspiration from the natural world and historic art movements. At Art School I trained as a designer and now specialise in Jewellery Design and Mixed Media work. [caption id="attachment_5972" align="alignnone" width="533"] Jill Colman 3) Beaten copper and Turquoise pendant and earrings.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_5974" align="alignnone" width="424"] Jill Colman 17) Coloured Pearls and wirework neck piece[/caption] [caption id="attachment_5975" align="alignnone" width="533"] Jill Colman 12) Shibori silk cuff[/caption] [caption id="attachment_5979" align="alignnone" width="533"] Jill Colman 21) Polymer clay pendants[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4991" align="alignnone" width="316"] Jill Colman 13) Shibori silk and glass pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_5980" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jill Colman 14) Amber and wirework pendant[/caption] Amber pendant [caption id="attachment_4999" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jill Colman 18) Pearls with silver wire weaving[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4993" align="alignnone" width="533"] Jill Colman 20) Ceramic hand-painted beads[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4996" align="alignnone" width="533"] Jill Colman 19) Serpentine and silver wirework pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4983" align="alignnone" width="450"] Jill Colman 9) Glass Landscape pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4997" align="alignnone" width="450"] Jill Colman 10) Dichroic glass pendant[/caption] [caption id="attachment_5000" align="alignleft" width="450"] Jill Colman 11) Shibori brooch[/caption]  

Jill Colman

I am a multimedia, self taught artist, with a passion for Polymer Clay. My work is very much process led and I draw inspiration from abstraction, bold shape & colour, natural forms and definitive textures. I find a joy and an emotional connection in the art of creating,that nothing else can give.

Amy Wright

[caption id="attachment_7510" align="alignleft" width="299"] Klimt and the Kiwi[/caption] I took early retirement after 30+ years as a primary school teacher where one of my roles was invariably art co-ordinator - I have always had a bit of an arty streak! I became interested in mosaics when my head teacher asked me to make one for the school with some lovely tiles which has been donated. Having only ever made mosaic patterns using paper squares in the classroom, the task of proper mosaicking was rather daunting. However after a lot of thought, problem solving and help from some children, a lovely mosaic was conceived and produced which still hangs outside the school. That was in 2006. Since leaving teaching I still find the whole process of designing, sorting, gluing, grouting, cleaning and finishing a piece to be extremely therapeutic, rewarding and addictive. I now have my own "studio", attend regular craft fairs and take on big and small commissions. My inspiration comes from where I am "at the moment". My fish and all things seaside happened after a trip to Southwold. The birds and flowers came after a walk through local bluebell woods. I love scouting around charity shops and vintage markets - always on the lookout for that something special I can use! Quirky glass beads are a favourite find.   [caption id="attachment_6074" align="alignnone" width="536"] Beach Huts[/caption] [caption id="attachment_21757" align="alignleft" width="389"] Feature Window Commission[/caption]  

Alison May Parry – Mayimosaic

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

The Red Garage Art Studio is full to bursting of original artworks. You will see mostly oil paintings that experiment with different styles & canvas sizes, suiting most tastes. In her work, Sandra Harper tries to capture the diversity and wonder of the natural world, the complexities of the human face and images that explore the meaning of life. Everyone is welcome to stare or buy. Wide range of prices. Dot your favourites!  There will be generous helpings of Cream Teas in our untidy country garden. Donations will be for Christian Aid’s work amongst the world’s poorest communities. Last September Sandra had a successful solo exhibition in Stamford Art’s Centre. Her next one is July/August 2023. [caption id="attachment_14352" align="alignright" width="353"] Frost. The inspiration for this painting were the patterns of frost on a window and the shapes and patterns that could simultaneously be seen through the window. Oil on stretched canvas. 1metre square.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23199" align="alignnone" width="533"] Sherwood Forest. In the evening light everywhere glowed red. We had a wonderful holiday in a wooden cabin with the grandchildren. The sounds of nature in the early morning was orchestral and although winter everywhere was a feast of colour.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23198" align="alignnone" width="533"] RESCUE After the earthquake in Turkey I saw an article in our newspaper about this rescue of a young girl by volunteers. I wondered about these real people, how they were affected by the disaster and where they were now. I had to put them down in paint.[/caption]                   [caption id="attachment_14355" align="alignleft" width="265"] Portrait of a male model.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_14356" align="alignright" width="320"] Portrait. Captain Tom.[/caption]     [caption id="attachment_14358" align="alignleft" width="394"] The Trinity. After a sermon on Trinity Sunday at our local church I was inspired to paint this representation of the words I'd heard. Sorry the picture is the wrong way round![/caption] SANDRA HARPER www.artharper.com I STARTED PAINTING with relish in 2010. Now at every opportunity I have a paintbrush in my hand. Everything seems to demand exploration. Consequently content, size, technique and style are continually changing.               [caption id="attachment_6206" align="alignleft" width="373"] Naomi's Family. This painting was a commission and is a metre square. I thought about the characters in the family and matched flowers to each of them. For example, the delphinium, just left of centre represents a strong, upright member of the family whereas the red amarylis is a family member who is flamboyant and loves Christmas.[/caption] INSPIRATION can happen at any time, anywhere. As a result paintings range from splodges to naturalistic landscape; from portraits to body forms; from complex compositions based on text to simple emotion expressed on canvas.                                                            Take a look at my website for current work. [caption id="attachment_6337" align="alignleft" width="404"] The Wave.  In Lee Bay, North Devon the waves crash against the rocks and on the beach. Lying in the sea and looking along the wave, I saw an eye. This is my take on it.[/caption] [caption id="" align="alignright" width="376"] Flood in Ferry Meadows.  In January 2018 Peterborough had downpours reminiscent of Mediterranean rain. The land in Ferry Meadows was completely covered in water. Amongst the trees I saw this fallen log. The light was blue/purple. It was a magical sight.[/caption]                         [caption id="attachment_4494" align="alignright" width="236"] Lee Bay, North Devon. Oils on canvas. A small private beach with enormous rocks, beaten by the sea during winter months.[/caption]   For some landscapes I've found the lightness of watercolours appealing especially subjects that include trees, water and clouds.  [caption id="attachment_4496" align="alignright" width="177"] Walk in the Spinney. Watercolour. The spinney is in Yaxley and is an oasis of peace and quiet situated beside St. Peter's Church and surrounded by countryside.[/caption] Although oils are my great love I do dabble in watercolours when a scene demands it. [caption id="attachment_4508" align="alignright" width="231"] The Girl with the Emerald earring. Oil on canvas. Grey floating frame.[/caption]                   During this year my focus has been on portraits and landscapes. Both inspired by Renaissance artists and Impressionists.  YOU CAN FIND MORE AT  www.artharper.com    sandray.harper@yahoo.co.uk    

Sandra Harper

I create contemporary functional ceramics using traditional techniques. My forms are hand-thrown using stoneware clay and the glazes I apply play with the interaction of the glazes when fired to high temperature. Open garden Refreshments offered

Petra Wright Ceramics

Designer and maker of jewellery using freshwater pearls, gemstones, handmade glass beads and crystals. Sourced from my extensive collection that I have gathered over the years worldwide. Unique designs, commissions a speciality to provide jewellery for any occaision.

Patricia Nieburg

VENUE 14 ALSO SHOWING WORK BY TEXTILE ARTIST ANITA BRUCE & PHOTOGRAPHER SAILESH PANCHAL 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. Julie was awarded as one of the six winners in the 41st Mini Print International de Cadaquès 2021. 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 year This year's open studio will also include work in progress for Julie's forthcoming solo exhibition at Stamford Contemporary Arts in September 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

My oil paintings and drawings are of expressionistic themes of portraits and the Caribbean featuring prominently. Other portraits are of outsiders like clowns & tramps. Most oils are large size. Showing 50 years of my painting and poetry. "Travelling Shoes-My Story" (2018) is a book showing 20 years of my art & poetry, oil painting themes include Jamaican portraits and idiosyncratic characters like Nobby the Tramp. Painting/ Drawing/ Poetry.My Book Travelling Shoes is available for £15. Cash payments only.   [caption id="attachment_4807" align="alignnone" width="533"] Graham Ward - The Red Tree 2015[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4832" align="alignnone" width="533"] Graham Ward Three Rockabilly Girls 1997[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_4824" align="alignnone" width="533"] Graham Ward Woman with Washing Line 2011[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4820" align="alignnone" width="300"] Graham Ward Paul the Horse Dealer and his dog[/caption] [caption id="attachment_4816" align="alignnone" width="246"] Graham Ward Slave to Love 1993[/caption]

Graham Ward

My main body of work is driven by my desire to offer Afro Caribbean centred art and make it readily available to the everyday consumer in various product forms.  As black people, we sometimes struggle to see ourselves represented in films, books and in mainstream media, in a positive, non-stereotypical way. We also sometimes struggle to find products that reflect our skin colour and heritage, so I'm happy to be able to do something towards improving this problem. In addition to the quite personal work described above, I enjoy exploring alternative themes and experimenting with a wide variety of media. I began exploring abstract art because of the freedom to concentrate on shape, line, colour and pattern, without necessarily feeling the need to reproduce a likeness of an object, landscape or person.  I use watercolour paint as my main medium plus acrylic paint, gouache and ink, as it helps me to come up with fresh ideas and new work.  My use of sketchbooks to play around in is also an important part of my process. Mixing traditional art mediums with digital techniques is also something I occasionally dabble in, and I use the Affinity Photo and Affinity Designer software for this work. I offer many of my original works of art for sale as well as gicleè art prints, greeting cards and notebooks. website: www.staceyanncole.com email: info@staceyanncole.com instagram: @sacoleart facebook: Stacey-Ann Cole Art [gallery columns="2" size="medium" ids="21010,21009,21008,21007"]

Stacey-Ann Cole

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

Handbuilt decorative ceramics including jewellery and small hanging pieces which may incorporate wires and chain links.I'm still working with oxides and have incorporated this technique in the recent development of tiles accenting with subtle glazing, Disabled access, car parking, open garden and food & drink all available.

Cheryll Cadman

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. I will also be taking part in an exhibition with 16 other artists - raising funds for the Big Life Foundation; Big Life was founded in September 2010 by photographer Nick Brandt, conservationist Richard Bonham and entrepreneur Tom Hill to address the dramatic escalation of poaching in East Africa. Since its inception, Big Life has expanded to employ hundreds of local Maasai rangers -with permanent outposts, tent-based field units, patrol vehicles, tracker dogs and planes for aerial surveillance. As a result Big Life has dramatically reduced poaching of all wildlife in the Amboseli-Tsavo-Kilimanjaro ecosystem. #To learn more visit the website at big life.org      

Deirdre Blackburn

My stoneware ceramic work draws inspiration from the British coastline and from my surrounding Fenland landscape. I construct using slab building techniques and my designs are incised into the clay by hand. I use tools made from found objects on my walks to mark make onto the clay, and my own slips to decorate.  My new work is informed by the many walks along rural farm droves here and the isolated Fenland farm buildings. Weather permitting, over the Open Studio weekend we plan to do a pit firing each day and Christine & Brian Withall will be demonstrating the raku process over the whole weekend. Exhibiting from my pottery studio which is located on our working farm in Benwick, we are surrounded by the rural open Fenland landscape. On your visit you are welcome to walk the re-wilded meadow trail at the front of the house, where a path has been mowed to view the indigenous plants and insects. As before, I will be exhibiting with Christine Withall who has been exploring some new themes and will have a selection of her stunning, colourful ceramics. Brian Withall, will be exhibiting his exciting experiments in kiln fired glasswork. Andrea Van Kleef will be here with her handwoven textile pieces, using natural fibres and with emphasis on texture, design and colour. Joining us this year for the first time will be Carolyn Noble of The Dugout Pottery. Carolyn makes mainly hand thrown stoneware pottery, using simple contemporary designs in a range of beautiful colours. She will also have a small selection of her abstract mixed media pictures. Sarah Heather will also be with us. Sarah is a landscape and floral painter and her art is a ‘joyful riot of colour on the canvas’. All the artists joining me have their own Artist's page to view on this website for more information. The water urn will be hot for you to help yourself to tea or coffee, with cold drinks and homemade cakes available too.  Plenty of free parking and we have outdoor seating should you wish to just come and watch the demonstrations. To see more images of my work and Fenland farming life please search @denisebrownceramics  and @ecbrownfarms on Instagram. www.denisebrownceramics.co.uk  

Denise Brown

My inspiration comes mainly from the infinite form, patterns & colours of nature.  Nature's palette with a pinch of the abstract, Islamic geometry - bright, vibrant and usually lots of swirls!  Designs incorporating glass and ceramic tiles, gemstones and beads, with an Islamic/Arabic influence. Beginners/intermediate mosaic workshops offered - please contact me for details.   [caption id="attachment_4658" align="alignnone" width="300"] Community mosaic paving stone now installed in the Green Backyard gardens[/caption]     I have designed and coordinated several community mosaics in and around Peterborough.  The biggest & most recent one being the Froglife mural, commissioned by the charity Froglife and installed at the Green Backyard on Oundle Rd.  This 4ft by 8ft glass mosaic mural was created with the help of over 100 volunteers (most of whom were complete beginners in mosaic art) and took 5 months to complete through workshops held twice a week at The Green Backyard.  It is situated on the back of a sheltered bench, beside the pond and depicts images of plants and animals found in and around the pond.    The mural represents a celebration of the community who came together, braving some of the coldest winter months, to create a masterpiece! [caption id="attachment_4656" align="alignnone" width="600"] The Froglife mural installed at The Green Backyard, Peterborough.[/caption]   Last year I was commissioned by the Uppingham In Bloom Committee to deliver a community mosaic project in Uppingham, Leicestershire.  We designed and created a beautiful mosaic flower-covered stone plinth to commemorate and celebrate 35 years of the annual 'Uppingham in Bloom' event.  This piece was installed in one of the flower beds in the town centre & Uppingham went on to win the East Midlands In Bloom Gold Award 2018  

Mahemuda Arsalani

I label myself as an artist and  maker as I believe this sums up my work totally. I have been stitching ever since I could hold a needle. I work in textiles and mixed media taking inspiration from nature and what I see around me. I love combining different techniques and materials to include beading, collage and both hand and free machine embroidery. I like to experiment and enjoy learning different ways of working and also find joy in helping and teaching others to find their own way within craft and art. Fabric forms the base of much of my work along with stitch and embellishments to create art works based on nature.  My work is continually evolving and changing and now experimenting with goldwork embroidery. I also manipulate fabric and stitch to create wearable art, continually developing processes for unique items. Over the past year I have developed more time with bead work incorporating goldwork embroidery. I am still basing work on natural forms with the use of colour and texture in the forefront of my work. It is a time consuming process as each bead is sewn on individually to form wearable pieces of art, in this case brooches. This year I have been working on more 3D, free standing creatures. This is a work in progress trying to magic fabric from something that resembles ‘road kill’ into a beautiful, dazzling frog! He is now resplendent in his jewelled body.             [caption id="attachment_23092" align="alignleft" width="291"] Otter, animal portrait in coloured pencil[/caption] Over the last couple years I have also discovered a love of drawing realistic animal portraits with coloured pencils and have had a degree of success in this working on commissions from photos. These portraits can take up to 20 hours to complete. I find that this slow, careful process is good for the mind and soul and I can easily find I miss meals when working on one. You can see more of my work on my instagram page, see link below. http://www.instagram.com/suekeenart

Sue Keen

 Looking forward to welcoming you back to PAOS 2023. Decorative and functional ceramics and evocative semi-abstract paintings displayed in a beautiful setting. “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. 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    

Rene Viner

[caption id="attachment_23031" align="alignleft" width="277"] Into the Void - acrylic collage[/caption]   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."   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 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   [caption id="attachment_22239" align="alignnone" width="301"] P.Pye: Unified Junctions - oil[/caption]  

Prue Pye

[caption id="attachment_23261" align="alignright" width="250"] The Chestnut Tree at Burghley House. Near the shop.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_22130" align="alignnone" width="250"] Flower Display at Burghley House. near to the Orangery restaurant.[/caption] Paul's work can be seen and purchased if desired on https://www.artintheheart.co.uk/store/paul-saunders-photography/ Paul, a Peterborough-based photographer, produces traditional, art photography and photo restorations. His speciality is Art Photography and photo restoration. He has become known for his Edwardian actress restorations. A number of restorations for private clients have been commissioned and completed to their delight. The restoration process can be either a straightforward tidy-up of small marks or corrections. For instance, from, say sepia toning back to black and white or vice versa. A tidy up or tinting, removing backgrounds, and people, and adding new images of people or new backgrounds. Art photography is his main interest at the moment. As he completes each image, his enthusiasm for probing further in this direction increases. Many people may think that photography is a poor relation to 'proper' art but Paul states, 'many hours over several weeks can be spent setting up a photo, and there can be no certainty of a successful outcome, there are many failures, but Paul says there is a great feeling of satisfaction when an idea comes to fruition.. Paul says that working with glass is especially difficult. However much it is cleaned before the image is taken it seems to attract any passing dust. Working with glass and backgrounds with straight lines can also be a challenge. You will see the finished article in his exhibition but you won't see the hours spent getting everything as perfect as possible. Paul's restoration experience comes in very useful during the post-processing of the image. [caption id="attachment_23256" align="alignleft" width="126"] A large, 20 x 16 inch photo before restoration. This image was in many pieces, dry and crumbling.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23257" align="alignright" width="160"] The restored image. This was an oval image, so the black edges were removed.[/caption]     Paul will be happy to assess photographs for restoration, commissions accepted for photo restorations. Although he is not exhibiting this year photos can be sent by email for evaluation.   Paul also has work displayed on, https://www.artintheheart.co.uk/store/paul-saunders-photography/ Paul Saunders - YouTube              

Paul Saunders

Having painted with watercolours and acrylics for a long time, I am now enjoying working with oils. However hard I try to vary my work, maybe  with the occasional  abstract or playing with inks, I always come back to landscapes and the colour blue.  

Linda Dalton

I have always spent time making things. As a child I made doll's clothes after learning to knit and sew alongside my  mother. As an adult I continued to make clothes, bags and jewellery. At Teacher Training College my personal study subject was ceramics. Skills I acquired back in the seventies are now in full use again in my work with metal clay. I started making silver jewellery in 2009 when I embarked on a City & Guilds Silver Jewellery Making course. It wasn't long before I discovered silver metal clay. What an amazing material; I couldn't believe my luck - to be able to make pieces in clay, fire them and they turn into metal...fine silver. Wow! This material has inspired me! I specialise in making free-form hollow beads and many of my pieces contain one or more of these bespoke beads. I use silver metal clay to make pendants and also charms for earrings and bracelets in conjunction with sterling silver wire and sheet. I make jewellery that I would like to wear myself and what a joy to create striking individual pieces that others love too!  

Lesley Adolphson

Kay loves to experiment with colour and its interactions in her mosaic and textile work. She is a professional member of the British Association for Modern Mosaic.   Kay describes her practice as: '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. My textile work encompasses layerering silks, sheers and paper with free machine and hand stitching'. 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 the old 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. I will not be opening my studio for PAOS this year but will be open by appointment throughout the year so please contact me.

Kay Hall

Inspired by true tales of nature, place, history & people...  A treasure-trove of mixed media sculptures, miniature porcelain, digital artworks, handmade greetings cards & more - inspired by local history and wildlife! And a warm welcome to my garden studio. Plus my 'Meadow and Sea' porcelain decorations. About Kathryn... My work is an adventure, flowing from a love of nature, history and place. Underpinned by research and driven by curiosity, I seek out and share some of the fascinating little-known stories of this amazing planet and the people who’ve lived here. Often working with museums, historic locations and wildlife organisations, I use materials and techniques that best tell the story. I also create beautiful handmade treasures for people's homes, and run workshops that nurture creativity and delight in nature. Workshops include NatureCraft online creative gatherings, which happen on a Tuesday and Monday once a month. Currently Artist in Residence with Langdyke Countryside Trust, much of the work you'll find in this year's Open Studio is inspired by Langdyke's nature reserves and the wider 'John Clare Countryside'. For the last year, the site of an ancient forgotten meadow has been the focal point of this work - Westings Meadow is now a place of nature reserves and gravel extraction. Neolithic families once gathered here and Victorian poet John Clare walked and wrote about this place. If you can't make it to the weekend Open Studios dates, please get in touch and we'll try and find another time.   Exhibitions, Awards, Events & Workshops... I have exhibited at The National Centre for Craft & Design (solo and group exhibitions), and created site-specific artworks for Burghley House, University of Leicester, John Clare Trust, Derby Museum’s porcelain gallery and on nature reserves. In 2012 one of my artworks was selected for “Inspired by…” exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. And in 2023, I was selected to be a member of ArtCan. Subscribe to my mailing list to receive news of exhibitions, inspirations, local history research, workshops & more! To see more or get in touch... Visit my website, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.  

Kathryn Parsons

[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 draw, print and paint figures and objects in exterior and interior spaces. I'm still experimenting with materials and techniques, continuously looking at colour, light, form, shadows, depth, texture and line in my work. Colourful acrylic and water colour paintings, plus monotype print sketches 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

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

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

After a couple of years out of the PAOS loop, I am back with a new selection of work that celebrates my hyperactive imagination. In a creative bubble where boxes are infinite circles and happy accidents are purposeful my artwork emerges. Expect to see the usual suspects in my mixed media menagerie, cats, houses, cars, wild flowers, rainbows and happy worry dolls, mod targets and butterflies. Latest additions include; punk rockers, green monsters, black dogs and sheep, Harold the Heron (of Ferry Meadows) and a dash of poetry. It’s been a weird few years and I hope my work somehow sums up the unbridled chaos, both internal and external. [caption id="attachment_6289" align="alignnone" width="562"] Mixed Media (Commissioned by The ADHD Foundation, Liverpool)[/caption] My featured artwork 'Reigning ADHD' was commissioned by the national charity, The ADHD Foundation.   Limited edition prints are still available (25% proceeds going to the charity).   The artwork was inspired by the 'Umbrella Project' which is an installation created annually in Liverpool (and now Manchester also) to raise awareness surrounding neurodiversity.  I was  over the moon to have won the charity's  2018 national 'Artist' award. I am very passionate about the cause behind the ADHD charities as I was diagnosed myself with ADHD in 2009 whilst employed as an Art Teacher.  My life has improved significantly since my diagnosis and I rely on my creativity heavily as one of the strategies to keep my ADHD 'symptoms' at bay.   I was one of the first adults in the UK to be diagnosed with the condition and my work has become entwined with reducing the stereotypes and stigma surrounding this most misunderstood of conditions.   I am very excited to be invited back to 153 The Broadway to exhibit for the fourth time. Light refreshments and access to the garden weather permitting.            

Jacki Cairns

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. Having spent much of my time at school doodling covertly on the last pages of my exercise books, I went on to complete 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. You can see more of my work on my website, http://www.elliesandall.com or my Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/EllieSandall

Ellie Sandall

[caption id="attachment_863" align="alignnone" width="600"] Christine Withall ceramic pinch pots[/caption] My clay journey last year paused but this year I will begin to explore some ideas and forms that have been in my mind’s eye from experiences and viewed images. Always a pleasure to return to Grange Farm with Denise Brown, there will be Raku and Pit firing demonstrations on both days to enjoy along with cakes and refreshments. Lots of space for parking too. If you feel like a stroll there is a beautiful meadow with a mown path to amble through, with wild flowers, grasses,insects and butterflies. You might even find some treasure.  

Christine Withall

Glass is a medium that I find has a wide range of colours that can be combined together in many form. I have continued to develop kiln carving as a interest, and from this added effects within the carved space.  A recently attended course has shown me other avenues to explore. On the weekend in July I will be in residence at Denise Brown's studio (Grange Farm, Whittlesey, Benwick, Cambridgeshire PE15 OXU) demonstrating Raku with Christine Withall.   This year I hope to revisit some of my previous ideas that were put onto the back burner last year, plus I hope to explore a couple of newly emerging techniques. Colour remains a main influence to my pieces, with interlocking effects of different glass textures. Weather permitting pit firing and Raku demonstrations will take place using previously bisque fired pieces and will be available for sale if the kiln gods allow!! Also a re-wilded meadow trail at the front of the house where a path has been prepared to view the indigenous plants and insects. Refreshments and cakes will be available, ample free car parking at the venue. [caption id="attachment_13443" align="alignnone" width="300"] Eggbe Brian Withall[/caption] [caption id="attachment_13441" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kiln formed letters Brian Withall[/caption] [caption id="attachment_13442" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kiln formed numbers Brian Withall[/caption] [caption id="attachment_14440" align="alignnone" width="404"] Alphabet letters Brian Withall[/caption]

Brian Withall

Artivity is an art school in Market Deeping for children and young people, and each year as part of Open Studios we have a celebratory exhibition of our talented students' work! We offer quality term time art tuition, holiday workshops and Arts Award courses for 4-16 year olds, and our classes are designed to complement the Early Years and Key Stage 1-4 art curriculum. We work with small groups, covering a wide variety of arts activities including drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, printmaking and textiles. Our aim is to inspire and enable creative children and young people in the Deepings and surrounding areas to further their engagement with the arts. Come along and see what we've been up to! Find out more at www.artivitystudios.co.uk We offer quality term time art tuition, holiday workshops and Arts Award courses for 4-18 year olds from our studio in Market Deeping, Lincolnshire. Our classes are designed to complement the Early Years and Key Stage 1-4 art curriculum and are run by practicing artists with experience in arts education. We work with small groups, covering a wide variety of arts activities including drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, printmaking and textiles. Our aim is to inspire and enable creative children and young people in the Deepings and surrounding areas to further their engagement with the arts. Our studio is based at a a garden nursery so please enjoy the surrounding plants and flowers. We also have a self service cafe on site.

Artivity

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

Textile and mixed media artist exploring art and natural history, with particular reference to biodiversity and environmental issues. Visit the working studio and talk about ideas in development. Initially taking a BSc in Zoology, Anita followed a career in IT, as a software developer and analyst, but after graduating with a first class degree in Stitched Textiles  she left IT, her career having gone from Science to Technology and finally Art. This unusual path undoubtedly explains the content of her work - a fascination with the delicate balance of the natural world, the cycle of life. It reflects her concerns about the exploitation of nature and the earth's resources by man, disrupting this balance and resulting in habitat loss and accelerated climate change. This has a major impact on biodiversity, a lifelong passion. Her work with structures and forms symbolises this fragile web of connections. Anita's process revolves around constructing forms from thread. She uses looping and knotting processes such as knitting and non traditional materials such as wire and paper thread. Research develops a narrative, another layer. For instance, her knitted plankton developed from the zoological background and computational algorithms to generate new 'mutated' life forms, representing evolutionary development. They are exhibited widely- at the Venice Biennale, Hayward Gallery and Smithsonian Institute amongst others - with the 'Hyperbolic Crocheted Coral Reef' despite being neither coral or crocheted! Current work revolves around tapestry weaving and Anita is currently undertaking a Foundation Diploma in Tapestry Weaving at West Dean College. She is currently exhibiting ' A Day on the Nene' with Waterline, a collaborative tapestry project with 15 weavers from the around the world who came together remotely to weave tapestries based on the theme of the flow of a river.    

Anita Bruce

[caption id="attachment_21749" align="alignnone" width="746"] James Tovey One Summer Day 2023[/caption] [caption id="attachment_23697" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Battlelines Peterborough, September 29th 2023, a collaboration between Cur_5 and Flourish, two artists drawing about food , here is James Tovey's finished peice, Posca pens on painted board, 4ft x 3ft.[/caption] During lockdown I made an instagram account @tufiarts with over 550 posts and highlights from my artwork, covering the period 1987 to 2023. You also can click on the website button on this page: www.toveyarts.co.uk About James Tovey Artist and Craftsman I love painting, drawing, making and building things, from visual 2d images through to large wooden structures. I try and draw everyday, noting my ideas and exploring where next my work will take me.  I make drawing and paintings to commission, offer private tuition and also run a craft business manufacturing and repairing bespoke wooden items and boats; see one of these new build projects that also incorporates my artwork at PAOS 2023. For commission, tuition or business inquiries please call me on: 07908794691. Open normal office hours.   About James Tovey: Artist and Craftsman, born 1971. see my profile on Instagram: ᛏᚢᚠᛁ  Education:Byam Shaw School of Art Universities of Hull and Exeter International Boatbuilding Training College Lowestoft  Some examples of my exhibitions and events: Digital drawing translated onto glass using Posca pens 2023. Made for the launch of an exhibition curated by Lauren of Flourish Peterborough. Drawing about the real food available in Peterborough. The Growing Together exhibition continues until the end of September 2023 with a display at the museum, ten specially decorated windows around the city and city centre and a series of talks and events - pick up a brochure from Peterborough Museum to find out more. https://www.flourishpeterborough.co.uk/ @flourishpeterborough #posca #windowdisplay #realfood #jamestovey #toveyarts #peterboroughmuseum #foodhall James Tovey and John Elson Pop Up Art Production Studio The Vivacity Unit has been set up as a production studio for the week of live art. Visitors can get involved in the drawing experience as well as talking to John and myself about our methods and ideas. See the creative process from conception to the digital version ready to submit for publication. You could also get drawn...! Each of us makes very different work but both of us often use digital tablets to work on, we can also offer hand drawn portraits should a visitor want to sit for one. John’s speciality is caricatures which have proved very popular at many events around the country including last years Peterborough beer festival.When:From Saturday 1st February – Sunday 9th February 2020 10am - 5.30pm daily (Late night Thursday till 7pm) 10am - 4pm Sundays Where:Vivacity Unit, Queensgate, Peterborough. (Guildhall entrance off Cathedral Square)Over the last few years Peterborough's leading cultural charity Vivacity has been donating their shop unit to artists from Peterborough Artist Open Studios to showcase their work. This February 2020, the unit will once again be set up as an art space, going live with art in action, demonstrations and the chance to get involved creating some new energetic designs, some even destined for digital output and online presentation.Open for a week, the space features work from two of Peterborough’s artists, James Tovey and John Elson. The two artists have worked together on numerous community projects including the successful Future Floodlands event held in Cathedral Precincts and a two week project at the Westraven Community Garden building Peterborough's first SolarPunk eco-constructivist sculptures as well as running workshops with the local community.You can also get details on how to become part of Peterborough's growing arts community in joining the yearly Peterborough Artists Open Studios event. Exhibition organised by Peterborough Cathedral Education team and Peterborough Environment and City Trust. Located at new building, Peterborough Cathedral, August to October 2019 to coincide with the Luke Jerram Gaia installation.The artwork idea was originated from bench ends and miserchord designs, particularly the Mermaid of Zennor.Framed in a large red oak frame and set up on a specially built temporary stand in the new building, the artwork received over 800 engagements many from Peterborough school children, The picture has been widely viewed and engaged with on the internet. A further note on the making of Mermaid with her Mahi-Mahi and Oceanplastic: I held all the seaplastic objects in my hand whilst painting them, there is no fixed view point or vanishing point in the painting. The objects were never arranged other than in the painting for the effect of pattern and the illusion of space. The depth and space in the painting comes from the scale compared to the viewer and the mermaid and her fish. Some objects are larger than life-size, others smaller. I purposely did not play with combining different viewpoints in a cubist manner nor reverse perspective in a David Hockney type way; but the floating placement without a single perspective position and the conscious play of scale does nod to Hockney in that respect. The original concept was to make use of black delineations in a cartoon/graphic manner consistent with my ink drawings but that would have then flattened to space and obstructed the content as I felt its method would have become too dominant. I was injured at the time and had to paint with my right hand as well as my left it slowed me down and I averaged about six pieces of plastic a day, overall the picture took about a month to make, the sea blues had to be painted a few times to help with the depth in the pigment.‘Drift’ The Peterborough Open: 29th March 2019 – 26th May, Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery #peterboroughmuseum #pboromakefest 2018 Fifth Musician of the #Plastocalypse @#plastigeddon in the #plasticene . See the figure recently made during #pboromakefest 2018, by a gang of small and tall builders; on temporary exhibition in the Peterborough Museum Garden. with Milly Tovey at Peterborough Museum & Vivacity Heritage. Plastic, Native, Temple Vivacity Unit, Queensgate Peterborough, PE1 1PU 7th - 20th May 2018 Plastic is now ubiquitous. We’re living through the Plasticene.  You can buy a 2.4m plastic cactus for your hallway; you won’t have to water a real cactus using tap water, that itself now contains plastic micro-particles. [caption id="attachment_4697" align="alignleft" width="600"] Mermaid and oceanplastic 2018[/caption] ‘The plastic arts’ is a term that had existed long before plastic itself. I have wanted to try and look at the plastic objects I had collected over the last few years as naively as possible, as though life-drawn for the first time by an art student intent on learning through prolonged observation. Not interested in the Neoplastism of the De Stijl movement, instead my initial thoughts were of a metamorphosis and of bringing ancient mythology and plastic ¬- a 20th century invention - together in an uncomfortable way. However I found myself reluctant to go too far down the path of the collision of two plastic objects to transmogrify into a third construct - yet there is a definite modernist basis for some of the elements. The mermaid painting backdrop idea came from a small toy figure found as sea plastic litter. It is actually the top half part of a small Barbie figurine, but I initially thought it to be Disney’s The Little Mermaid. I researched mermaid art and came across the mermaid of Zennor and was attempting to build a composition around that and some lines from Ovid but the plastic overwhelmed it. Wood is an obvious counterpoint and natural contrast with which I have felt more at ease. The plastic components are essentially ready-mades although altered by collision with natural processes in the environment and some minor assemblage. Wood is also an ancient, relevant building material. In this installation, the wood forms a sanctuary, a natural structure and the plastic is an imposition on it and in it. There is no doubt the terrible convenient addiction that societies have developed for plastic eases the struggle against decay in the short term. What now looks to be a permanent error is that plastic is with us for the foreseeable and has been injected into the human food chain. I can imagine a child born being described as a plastic native to perhaps a planet slowly choking at Plastigeddon, [caption id="attachment_4574" align="alignnone" width="600"] Polystyrene skulls and accumulated plastic 2018[/caption] AFTER THE FALL: Friday 29th & Saturday 30th December 2017, Castor Village Hall, Peterborough Road, Castor, PE5 7AX. Open 10am - 10pm FREE ADMISSION Castor Ales Brewery will be providing a bar for exhibition veiwers refreshment. Inktober 2017: The Inktober drawings gave me the chance to renew my interest in illustration techniques I had learnt at school,  University and work, as well as refreshing my memory of technical ink drawing techniques and the many ways a drawing can be put together in preparation for publication Buy my work at: https://www.saatchiart.com/Tovey https://www.stateoftheartmarketplace.co.uk/en/tufiarts see more at: James Tovey Artist https://www.instagram.com/tufiarts/    

James Tovey

  My work is very diverse in subject matter and I work in a variety of mediums such as pencils, charcoal, pastels, oils and watercolour. The majority of my art being self-taught but I also undertook some formal fine arts training at the London Guildhall University. Originally trained as a graphic designer, I worked in the music industry producing record sleeves and printed materials for a period that exceeded 20 years. Almost half of this time spent managing my own graphic studio.   Since my first solo exhibition in 2008 I have been showing my work regularly and is pro-active in promoting and documenting local art in Peterborough. As well as producing a small quarterly newsletter, I am also an active committee member of two local art groups.   Follow me on: Twitter Facebook Instagram and Google+

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