Ancient geology, Norwegian boatbuilding and Japanese folk history provide inspiration for Dorset’s artists

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”

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”