Art in a brewery, in a cowshed and on a nature reserve

More than 500 artists will be giving visitors a glimpse behind the scenes during this year’s Dorset Art Weeks. 

The exhibitions and activities on offer include a preview of the first Dorset Pavilion for the Venice Biennale, a year of paintings capturing Dorset’s changing seasons, and the launch of a brand new arts venue.

Artists invite visitors behind the scenes

Somerset Open Studios16 September- 1 October Artists across the county will be opening their doors to show visitors behind the scenes during Somerset Open Studios. For two weeks, visitors have the opportunity to meet artists and see how they work. Almost 300 artists will be chatting to visitors and showcasing painting, sculpture, textiles, jewellery, prints,Continue reading “Artists invite visitors behind the scenes”

Huge sculptures installed at The Bishop’s Palace Gardens, Wells

Huge sculptures installed at The Bishop’s Palace Gardens, WellsHuge willow sculptures are hanging through a medieval window and around the grounds of the Grade II listed gardens of The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens, in Wells, this summer. Martin Staniforth’s sculptures explore hope and natural progression, reflecting the circle of life and regeneration. A reflective soundscapeContinue reading “Huge sculptures installed at The Bishop’s Palace Gardens, Wells”