Worcestershire Open Studios Meet artists and discover their work in creative spaces across the county 2019 Guide 23–26 August Worcestershire Open Studios Meet artists and discover their work in 83 creative spaces across the county Go behind normally closed doors, see inside artists’ studios and talk to them about how they make their work when Worcestershire Open Studios returns this August bank holiday weekend. Now in its fifth year, the county’s largest free art event Here’s what some of our previous visitors have said: is a great way to spend a bank holiday weekend. “Worcestershire Open Studios draws attention to Visitors will have the opportunity to delve into unseen the variety of talent in our county.” creative spaces, talk directly to artists about their inspiration, techniques and materials, as well as a “A real showcase of different artists whom you chance to purchase exclusive works. might not otherwise see.” Alongside painting and drawing, you can discover “The artists create a warm and inviting experience.” art forms as diverse as glass fusing, printmaking on “A wonderful way to spend a bank holiday weekend. vintage machinery, handloom weaving, illuminated It felt like an art treasure hunt! I explored parts calligraphy, green woodworking, textile art and of the county I hadn’t visited before, talked to ceramics. Some artists are offering the opportunity to interesting people and bought affordable, original watch demonstrations and have a go at their art form – artwork direct from the artist. I will definitely see the inside back pages for details. visit again.” With over 180 artists taking part this year, whether We hope you enjoy Worcestershire Open Studios. you’re an art lover, a crafter, a family looking for a day Do pick up one of our feedback cards so you can tell out, a budding young artist or have never set foot us about your experiences. If you visit five or more inside an art gallery, you’ll definitely find something studios during the weekend be sure to ask for a sticker to interest you. at each. We’ll enter completed feedback cards with This guide contains details of all the artists, venues, five stickers into a prize draw for £100 to spend on opening times, facilities and examples of some of the locally created artwork of the winner’s choice. work you can see over the weekend. The venues are arranged geographically and there are outline maps to help you find your way around. Visit our website to use our interactive map to search for venues. Entry to all venues is free. Why not take a scenic drive through some of the more rural parts of Worcestershire Open Studios is a not for profit Worcestershire or plan a walking route around the organisation run by a group of artists. The event was artistic hubs of Worcester and Malvern? Wherever highly commended in the Visit Worcestershire Awards you choose to visit, you are guaranteed a very for Excellence 2018. Thank you to our sponsors, warm welcome. Bevere Gallery and the Malvern School of Art for their generous support. Studio images and pictures of artists working by Lewis Membery. www.worcestershireopenstudios.org.uk All details given are correct at the time of printing. However, circumstances beyond our control may result in unavoidable changes, so please check our website and social media @worcestershireopenstudios channels for the latest information. @OpenStudios_WR We’d love you to post about your open studio plans and visits – please use the hashtag #WorcsOS on Twitter and #worcestershireopenstudios2019 @worcestershireopenstudios on Facebook and Instagram. Key to listings icons Proud to be sponsored by: refreshments access for available wheelchairs toilet demonstrations and facilities ‘have a go’ sessions Worcester City Bevere Gallery 1 2 3 Sally Anne Morgan 4 5 6–7 8–10 11–13 14 17 Greening Pottery and Glass 15 16a 16b 18 19 20 21 Martin Addison This map is to provide guidance only. Please use the venue addresses with a road map or Sat Nav to locate specific artists. There’s an interactive map and search facility on our website.Map contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right (2018) Worcester City Bevere Gallery Bevere Gallery and Café GALLERY Bevere Lane Bevere Gallery is a regional centre Worcester WR3 7RQ for studio ceramics representing over 01905 754484 120 makers, we also exhibit original We are 3 miles from the centre of Worcester prints and paintings and host art and 3 miles from J6 of the M5. We are classes. We have a framing workshop located 100m down Bevere Lane off the and a café serving delicious home A449 Ombersley Road. We have plenty of parking and space to turn around. made food. (Café closes at 4pm). Over the open studios weekend we Fri: 9am–5pm will also have demonstrating artists Sat, Sun, Mon: 9am–5pm for visitors to meet and chat to. 1 www.beveregallery.com Sally Anne Morgan 18 Elizabeth Avenue PAINTER AND PRINTMAKER Worcester WR3 7HQ At my studio you will find reduction 07796 181276 lino prints, dry-point etchings and Turn into Cornmeadow Lane from A449 pastels. I’m happy to share how each (Ombersley Road). Take the second left, art form is created and let you try for following the road around right into yourself. I am a 2019 finalist in the Elizabeth Avenue. Artists and Illustrator magazine's Sat, Sun, Mon: 10.30am–5.30pm Artist of the Year competition and www.sallyannemorgan.co.uk have exhibited at the Mall Galleries and the RBSA, Birmingham. 2 Greening Pottery and Glass 16 Elmdale Road POTTERY AND FUSED GLASS Worcester WR3 7PA Influenced and inspired by his marine 07969 675645 geology background, Chris produces Elmdale Road is parallel to Eltric Road, a range of functional and sculptural off Cornmeadow Lane in Claines. There slipware pottery. Sarah fuses glass is no parking or turning on Elmdale Road with chemistry in the kiln to create exceptforBlueBadgeholders. unique jewellery designs, as seen at Fri: 10am–5pm Kew Gardens! We both run classes Sat, Sun, Mon: 10am–5pm in our workshops. You can tour the www.chrisgreeningpottery.co.uk workshops and view the full range www.sarahgreeningglass.co.uk of products for sale. 3 Martin Addison 7 Bankside Close PHOTOGRAPHER Worcester WR3 7BG Photography has been my passion 01905 458537 for over 50 years. I shoot a wide range Leave Northwick Road opposite the of subjects and I particularly enjoy Northwick Arms, down Eastbank Drive creating images using close up and follow the road until you see the techniques, movement and multi- entrance to Bankside Close on your left. Drive into the close and turn right. exposure to interpret subjects in a graphic or unusual manner. I will also Sat, Sun, Mon: 10am–4pm be showing minimalist images from www.martinanddoreen.co.uk Japan in the snow, and monochrome FB: @martin.addison.777 imagesfromVeniceatnight. 4 www.worcestershireopenstudios.org.uk Worcester City Sarah Roberts Eclectica PAINTER AND PRINTER 97 Ombersley Road My studio is where the creative focus Worcester WR3 7BT is on the development of multi-layered 07962 252186 art works that combine shape, texture Sat, Sun, Mon: 10am–4pm and colour. Paint and print are a www.sarah-roberts.co.uk strong influence in current work. I use IG: @sarahrobertsstudio a calm but immediate approach; there is a strong emphasis on combining balanced abstract shapes, energetic brush marks and layered textures. 5 Caroline Hall Portfolio 19 PAINTER 9 Sunnyside Road I am currently painting Worcester, Worcester WR1 1RL the Malvern Hills and surrounding 07402 673273 villages. I enjoy looking at familiar Sunnyside Road is opposite Gheluvelt places and playing with different Park. The third black and white house on the left. colour palettes to add atmosphere. My pieces will be available to buy Fri: 11am–4pm as originals and prints during the Sat, Sun, Mon: 10.30am–5pm weekend. www.carolinehallartprints.co.uk 6 Jane Arthur Pru Jeffrey TEXTILE ARTIST 20a Sunnyside Road I am influenced by nature and the Worcester WR1 1RL small details in a landscape using 01905 617561 stitch and texture to create a sense 20a is half way down Sunnyside Road on of place. I use recycled textiles from the right hand side. On-street parking. Entry is via the side passageway and family and friends to consider what round into the garden. is handed down and what is passed on that I can explore in my work. My Sat, Sun, Mon: 11am–6pm current work looks at the forms and FB: @JATextileArt moves of Tai Chi and how this can 7 beexpressedintextiles. Marion Steele and Jen Janes Nicola Currie Fine Art TEXTILES, MIXED MEDIA 22 Lyttelton Street Worcester WR1 3JN AND PAINTING 07771 684462 We are both inspired by nature; the Sat, Sun, Mon: 10.30am–4.30pm countryside, the sea and skyscapes. FB: @steelecolours We describe our individual responses FB: @artbyjenjanes with an intimation of abstraction using different styles and media. Marion uses textiles incorporating fabric, yarns and dyes; Jen employs acrylic 8 paint applied with varying textures and techniques. www.worcestershireopenstudios.org.uk Worcester City Sarah Roberts Eclectica The Dormy House MIXED MEDIA Selborne Road West An eclectic mix of paintings, pottery Worcester WR1 3JG and sculpture from found objects set 07979 694950 in a delightful walled garden. Sat, Sun, Mon: 10am–4.30pm 9 Caroline Hall Portfolio 19 Lindisfarne House PAINTING, TEXTILES 4 Barbourne Terrace Worcester WR1 3JS AND MIXED MEDIA 07773 355817 Portfolio 19 showcases the work of Travelling north from the city centre on the artists who study with Karen Stone Barbourne Road pass St.George’s Square Art. Curated by Karen the exhibition on your right and Barbourne Terrace is the presents an exciting visual display in first turning left.