Six members of the Devon Guild of Craftsmen have come together to respond in their own creative way to the plight of the bees and the inspirational example of the rooftop beehives on Princesshay shopping centre in Exeter.
Bees are under threat like never before. Six members of the Devon Guild of Craftsmen have come together to respond in their own way to the current plight of bees. Inspired by the example of the rooftop beehives on Princesshay shopping centre in Exeter, they have made work in the fields of printmaking, photography, ceramics, textiles and jewellery. The exhibition seeks to engage interest in how we can all do a little bit to raise awareness of the importance of bees and how, by small acts such as choosing to grow bee-friendly plants in our gardens, we can contribute to the health of our own...
A collection of new paintings, collages and drawings. Working intuitively and quickly with few if any revisions, Piper lets the materials take the lead stopping when something new and interesting appears that resonates with something hidden inside.
Like unwrapping a beautiful present, fans of art will find much to enjoy within the inspiring landscape of Devon this September - discovering new work, new artists and travelling through the stunning countryside where so many artists have chosen to live and work.
Devon Open Studios is one of the largest annual art events in the country, show-casing over 250 artists across a county with a seriously high art-population density. Don’t miss it.
Only at Open Studios can the visitor experience the people, creative process and ideas that unfold within the private studios of...
The Real McCoy, Exeter’s longest running retro destination, unveiled its new-look Vintage Emporium to customers and VIP guests on Friday 1 August. The Aladdin's Cave of the South West's fashion scene celebrated their expansion with Prosecco, canapés and a live set from DJ Charlie Goodvibes.
For the past three decades The Real McCoy has been the flagship of the South West’s vintage fashion scene, nationally renowned and drawing a loyal cliental from across the UK. Joining the Grand Dame as she enters this new phase are brands; A Kick up the Arts, Flip Out Retro, Bassy...
Partners and sponsors gathered to celebrate the countdown for Nourish, Bovey Tracey's first annual festival of craft, food and music which takes place on 5 and 6 September.
The small town on the edge of Dartmoor has become a centre for contemporary culture; Bovey Tracey is home to one of the country’s top annual craft events, a nationally acclaimed centre for craft, and an award winning artisan cheese specialist.
Nourish will celebrate the best in regional food, craft and music in an event designed to feed the body, the mind and the senses. The festival is led by The...
From 16 August to 31 August the Devon Art Society will be holding their summer exhibition at St Anne’s Hall, Babbacombe. The hall will be open every day 10am - 6pm. Admission is free.
Members of the society will be showing and selling original paintings, watercolours, pastels, oils, acrylics, mixed media, and more. The Society has a long tradition of exhibiting going back 102 years. Many famous names have passed through their doors with Arthur Hacker their first president being just one of them.
Some 150 works of art are there for you to admire from traditional landscapes...
Ludgate Fine Art in Chagford on beautiful Dartmoor, is holding a World War One Exhibition 'A Soldier's Life and Art'. Open daily except Sundays.
Why not visit Chagford's beautiful independent shops and delightful eateries for a perfect day out in this very special Dartmoor Stannary town with its historic town square?
For more about what to do and where to stay in Chagford, please visit www.visitchagford.com
