Showing posts with label Wells. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wells. Show all posts

Tuesday, 27 September 2016

Heritage Courtyard Studios


Another day, another visit to some art, listed in the Somerset Open Studios booklet!  This time I went into the heart of Wells to the Heritage Courtyard Studios, which is a collection of nine artists studios and exhibition space.  The work is varied and exciting and has something for everybody's taste and budget.  The photos above give you a sample.

The artist, who was kind enough to let me photograph her in her studio space, was Rebecca Barnard.  She is predominately a landscape painter in oils but is experimenting in mixed media.  Her paintings were full of wonderful colour and atmosphere.  Another venue well worth a visit!


Helen - Contributor
   

Wednesday, 21 September 2016

Somerset Open Studios 2016 - Derek Nice


On Sunday I went to the studio of artist, Derek Nice - see above.  It was open as part of Somerset Open Studios.  I have loved his work for many years and have one hanging on my wall at home!  I discovered, via the brochure, that he had moved to Wells so it was easy for me to visit...

His work is influenced by maritime, archaeological themes, myths and legends.  He collects old bits of weathered wood from boatyards and beaches.  He creates works that evoke the sea, out of materials that have been formed by it.  His intention is to find the essence of sea-going life, not the literal interpretation of the subject.  As well as sculptures and assemblages, he also produces beautiful, colourful, collages and paintings, often incorporating text.


The above pictures show his delightful garden, complete with Shepherd's Hut and sculptures.  Also shown are a selection of his latest subject matter - angels.   As many people love and believe in guardian angels, he hopes that his, made from reclaimed wood, will spread a bit of happiness! 

Well worth a visit...

Helen - Contributor

Thursday, 12 September 2013

Jo Lucksted - Somerset Arts Week

 Somerset Arts week. S.A.W. starts on 21st September. Jo Lucksted has a studio at 33 Town Street, Shepton Mallet and will be exhibiting her work in Wells.
Jo is a ceramicist who creates figurative sculpture based on religious and classical mythology. View Jo's new collection at....
The Garden Studios, Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset. BA5 2SF
Four artists are showing their very different skills in a beautiful part of Wells. 


The Garden Studios are open 11am - 6pm
21st September to 6th October 

Support our local talented artists
Jo Lucksted