Dorset Art Weeks 202623 May – 7 June 2026 Norwegian boatbuilding, Japanese folk history and ancient geology have provided inspiration and techniques for some of the artists taking part in this year’s Dorset Art Weeks. More than 500 artists will be showing their work at almost 300 venues across the county for Dorset Art Weeks, anContinue reading “Ancient geology, Norwegian boatbuilding and Japanese folk history provide inspiration for Dorset’s artists”
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Last letters from Denmark used to create new art
‘The Last Post’, Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Honiton, Devon16 May – 27 June. Letters from Denmark have been used to make a thousand paper daisies for a new artwork commemorating the end of the Danish national postal service. Gillian Taylor has created an installation using the correspondence she received following an invitation to the people of DenmarkContinue reading “Last letters from Denmark used to create new art”
Artist reveals stories of the River Stour for Dorset Art Weeks 2026
‘Flow’ – Threshing Barn at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone 23 May – 7 June 2026 Natterjack toads, ghosts, and a grandfather clock saved from a flood, are amongst the stories gathered for Dorset Art Weeks’ headline commission this year. Artist Debbie Lee’s new work ‘Flow’ features stories she has gathered along the River Stour, and formsContinue reading “Artist reveals stories of the River Stour for Dorset Art Weeks 2026”
Dartmoor wildlife inspires new music
A rare butterfly and Britain’s largest slug are amongst the animals which have inspired a piece of music to be performed by the Lyric Chamber Orchestra.
Local composer Gabi Mills came across Dartmoor’s Little Five and decided to write some music about the National Park’s special wildlife.
English artist invites Denmark to write to her
An English artist is inviting the people of Denmark to send her a letter. Gillian Taylor is commemorating the last hundred days of the Danish Postal Service with a work of art. Gillian’s paper art is inspired by communication. Her previous work has included sets of tiny envelopes made with Second World War love letters, andContinue reading “English artist invites Denmark to write to her”
Meet the artists
Devon Open Studios6-21 September During Devon Open Studios, artists across the county will be inviting people to see how they work. The event is an opportunity to meet the artists, hear about their inspiration and take a peek inside their studios. Artists and makers will be demonstrating and showcasing their work in attics, sheds, galleriesContinue reading “Meet the artists”
Play inspired by accident 250 years ago
Audiences are being asked not to reveal the ending of a new play inspired by an explosion that took place over 250 years ago.
‘47 – A Ghost Story…’ was inspired by a visit to Beer Quarry Caves in Devon, where writer Richard Crowe learned of a tragic event in 1758 when part of the quarry roof collapsed.
Two artists inspired by the colour blue
A paper cello, a ‘Sky Window’ and a portrait of Van Gogh are all part of an exhibition inspired by the colour blue.
Two artists had the idea to collaborate on the exhibition at Powderham Castle, which has its own special shade known as Powderham Blue.
Gillian Taylor has been taking photos of the sky every day since the first lockdown, and Jane Perkins decided to create a large-scale installation of a bowerbird’s bower, decorated with blue objects from the Castle.
Historic route inspires artists
Granite, gorse, and boat graveyards have all inspired a group of artists and poets who have been exploring a historic transport route from Dartmoor to Teignmouth.
More than 20 creatives have been walking together over the last few months, delving into the heritage, landscape and geography from moor to sea.
Artists inspired by estuaries of the south west
Overwintering birds, expansive skyscapes, and rusting metal have all provided inspiration for artists featured in an exhibition celebrating the estuaries of the south west.
Drawings, prints, mosaics, ceramics, soundscapes and sculptures are included in ‘Time and Tide’ an exhibition at MAKE Southwest.
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