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Northants Open Studios: Your Gateway to Artistic Exploration
Northants Open Studios stands at the forefront of democratizing art and creativity, fostering a diverse and vibrant artistic community within Northamptonshire. We believe that art should be accessible to all, irrespective of age, skill level, or medium preference. Our platform welcomes a rich tapestry of artists, patrons, and art enthusiasts, highlighting the myriad expressions of creativity that exist within our community.
Our central mission is twofold:
- Empowering Artists: We cultivate a supportive network for artists, offering opportunities for growth, collaboration, and exposure. Whether through facilitating exhibition opportunities throughout the year or opening channels to connect with venues, collectors, and buyers, we provide the scaffolding for artists to flourish.
- Engaging Communities: We work relentlessly to make art accessible, encouraging a broad spectrum of venues to host artistic endeavours. From historic churches to contemporary commercial galleries, we bring art into the heart of the community.
Our flagship event is the Northants Open Studios Visual Arts Festival, renowned as the largest of its kind within the county. Held every September, this festival turns the spotlight onto the artists and their creative process. Artists open the doors to their studios, welcoming the public into their creative sanctuaries. Here, visitors gain an unprecedented view into the inner workings of a pottery studio, the intricacies of stone carving, or the techniques employed in traditional crafts.
Complementing the studio tours, the festival also incorporates a Central Exhibition, showcasing a selection of each participating artist's work. Acting as a tangible brochure, this exhibition allows visitors to plan their studio visits based on their artistic interests.
To ensure broad reach and engagement, we distribute 10,000 festival brochures across Northamptonshire and beyond. These brochures, coupled with various venue-hosted exhibitions throughout September, serve to amplify the visibility of participating artists.
As a self-funded organisation, we rely on the generosity of venues and commercial sponsors within Northamptonshire. Their continued support empowers us to achieve our mission, making art accessible, promoting local artists, and nurturing an artistic community that thrives on diversity and mutual support.
Join us on this journey of artistic exploration and discover the myriad ways in which art continues to shape our lives and communities. Welcome to Northants Open Studios, where art comes to life.
Date: 11/10/2024 - 01/10/2025 at 09:00-09:00
I'm delighted to announce that my recent abstract work, Chronos III, is currently being exhibited in a prestigious International Art Exhibition, hosted by Influx Gallery (Notting Hill). The Nexus Exhibition is presented on a state of the art virtual platform to be enjoyed worldwide. Take a virt (See information on event)
Date: 26/02/2025 - 15/07/2025 at 12:00-12:00
Please ignore the dates! I had to put something in . I offer 1:1 tuition across a variety of printmaking methods , drypoint , collagraph , gellipad , linocut , and drawing , painting and portfolio building . I work with both adults and children , with children I ask for them to be escorted by a guar (See information on event)
Date: 08/03/2025 - 25/05/2025 at 10:00-16:00
An exhibition of textiles and mixed media work which has been created by the Visualise textile group. Visualise was formed several years ago, by like-minded artists who enjoy creating diverse work with stitch as the common thread. The exhibition will also feature work by internationally known textil (See information on event)
Date: 31/03/2025 - 31/12/2025 at 10:00-16:00
Have you always wanted to have a go at upcycling but just don't know where to start? This workshop is designed to give you all the essentials to start your very own upcycling project and give you the confidence to create something unique. An introduction to furniture upcycling workshop where yo (See information on event)
Date: 04/04/2025 - 15/06/2025 at 11:00-16:00
View some of my work at the Branching Out exhibition in the Ferrers Gallery at Staunton Harold, LE65 1RU. My work is also available for sale. (See information on event)
Date: 18/04/2025 - 26/05/2025 at 09:00-22:00
Oxfordshire Artweeks Spring Show https://www.artweeks.org/latestshow Get ready to enjoy the best of art across Oxfordshire in May! The countdown to Oxfordshire Artweeks is gathering momentum. From the 17th of (See information on event)
Date: 01/05/2025 - 29/06/2025 at 10:00-16:00
A pop-up exhibition of three Northants & Rutland Open Studios artists work being displayed from May to June 2025 in the Clubhouse. All artwork will be available to purchase. (See information on event)
Date: 06/05/2025 - 20/05/2025 at 13:30-15:30
Drypoint printmaking is a form of etching where the image is produced by marking the surface and creating a burr. In each of these sessions you will be able to create an image and print. I will teach you the techniques and provide you with all the materials needed . Due to the session being 2 hours (See information on event)
Date: 17/05/2025 - 12/07/2025 at 12:00-16:00
https://www.northamptonmuseums.com/directory-record/508/ A personal journey into Botanical Art Sophie Smith uses coloured pencil and graphite to showcase the fascinating and beautiful wor (See information on event)
Date: 18/05/2025 - 21/05/2025 at 11:00-16:00
You’re invited to our open studio event this spring in the studio at Barnsdale Gardens in Rutland 18-21 May. We will be demonstrating our felting and upholstery techniques while making new pieces during the week. Pop in for a cuppa and chat with us. Bring your commission ideas for Ella or find out (See information on event)
Date: 19/05/2025 - 19/05/2025 at 09:30-12:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/event/spoon-rings-ae19x1gl/ On this 3 hour course at the jewellery workshop you will learn how to turn silver spoons into beautiful rings. There (See information on event)
Date: 21/05/2025 - 21/05/2025 at 10:00-12:00
Join Sophie to learn how to paint this colourful cow in acrylics. All materials provided. All abilities welcome. To book please call The Galleria on 01536 238295. (See information on event)
Date: 22/05/2025 - 22/05/2025 at 09:30-12:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/event/ae22x4yh/ Learn wire forming techniques and resin inlay on this 3 hour silver jewellery making course. You will be gently guided through a multitude o (See information on event)
Date: 24/05/2025 - 24/05/2025 at 10:00-16:00
Join Cordell who will be running an Introduction to Portrait Painting Workshop in Oils at Vitreus Art on 24th May 2025. This workshop is an ideal introduction to portrait painting. A portrait painting in oils will be produced, with attention to tone and colour to create a realistic image. The worksh (See information on event)
Date: 24/05/2025 - 24/05/2025 at 10:30-16:00
These are informal workshops for artists of all abilities. All materials will be provided. Tea and coffee included. The workshop will include learning to sketch, using embossing tools and building up layers of graphite using various graphite pencils to build the depth of your image. (See information on event)
Date: 31/05/2025 - 31/05/2025 at 13:00-15:00
Come along to this relaxed, informative class to learn basic techniques in wire jewellery making, with lots of tips and tricks to help you - no experience necessary! You will practise using chain nose pliers, cutters and loopers to create geometric shapes, swirls and spirals. You can then use these (See information on event)
Date: 06/06/2025 - 06/06/2025 at 19:00-21:00
Gelli Printing Workshop 6 June 7-9pm Desborough Library and Community Hub Suitable for beginners, this fun and relaxing class will teach you how to use a Gelli printing plate to create beautiful colourful prints! Spread paint over a Gelli plate, add texture with tools, stencils, and upcycled materia (See information on event)
Date: 06/06/2025 - 06/06/2025 at 13:00-16:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/event/sea-glass-setting-silver-jewellery-workshop-af06x5yh/ Create your own unique piece of jewellery in this fu (See information on event)
Date: 10/06/2025 - 10/06/2025 at 19:00-21:00
Join Sophie to learn how to paint this moon scene in acrylics. All materials provided. All abilities welcome. To book please call The Galleria on 01536 238295. (See information on event)
Date: 14/06/2025 - 14/06/2025 at 10:00-14:30
Love candles? Love individuality? Fancy making your very own wooden t-light candle holder using your favourite colours and fabulous designs? Learn how to create smooth, colourful, clean geometric designs onto a wooden t-light holder in the surroundings of my garden workshop (NN10 6DQ). You don' (See information on event)
Date: 14/06/2025 - 14/06/2025 at 11:30-12:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/event/taster-session-silver-ring/ In this engaging jewellery making workshop, you’ll learn how to create your own beautiful silver ring (See information on event)
Date: 14/06/2025 - 14/06/2025 at 13:30-16:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/event/silver-textured-wide-ring-af14v6glb/ Silver textured wide ring, earrings or pendant with stone setting workshop (AF14V6GLb) (See information on event)
Date: 17/06/2025 - 28/06/2025 at 10:00-16:00
"Ocean of Noise" is an exhibition of recent freehand papercuts by Mark Curtis Hughes The show will feature a series of paperart exploring the chaos and business of the modern world. Each piece is improvised and cut freehand with a knife. A private view will take place from 12-3pm on Saturd (See information on event)
Date: 17/06/2025 - 17/06/2025 at 12:30-14:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/event/5-week-summer-school-silver-jewellery-making-course-amf2pmgl/ Great Linford Venue In this new 5 we (See information on event)
Date: 17/06/2025 - 17/06/2025 at 19:00-21:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/product/tues-eve-june-25/ Learn jewellery making in a creative and supportive environment. The course will focus on the following skills and techn (See information on event)
Date: 18/06/2025 - 18/06/2025 at 19:00-21:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/product/wed-eve-june-25/ Learn jewellery making in a creative and supportive environment. The course will focus on the following skills and techniq (See information on event)
