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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: 28/09/2024 - 23/02/2025 at 10:00-17:00
Cordell Garfield has his shoe industry paintings work on show as part of this exhibition. The exhibition at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery looks at how the shoe industry has affected the lives of the people of Northamptonshire, not only through employment, but providing hospitals, carnivals, d (See information on event)
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: 15/10/2024 - 31/03/2025 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: 11/01/2025 - 30/03/2025 at 12:00-16:00
Join us to celebrate art and nature! Mellissa McDonald, Rosie Jarvice, and Sarah Hutt will display their beautiful paintings, which capture the stunning landscapes, coastlines, and skies of Great Britain. We’d love to see you at the exhibition in Abbington Park. Best of all, entry is completely fr (See information on event)
Date: 11/01/2025 - 15/02/2025 at 13:00-15:00
1pm to 3pm on Saturdays 11 January - 15 February 2025 The Shire Workshops, Wilbarston Join us at The Shire Workshops, Wilbarston for six exciting weeks of paper art! Details and booking at nixiemade.com We will explore: Week One Flower Power - Vintage paper flowers, newspaper roses, and colourful te (See information on event)
Date: 13/01/2025 - 31/01/2025 at 10:00-16:00
My work is currently on display and for sale at The Blonde Beet Cafe in Stamford. They are open every day except Mondays. visit http://www.theblondebeet.co.uk for more information. (See information on event)
Date: 21/01/2025 - 02/02/2025 at 10:00-16:00
Get a top up of Vitamin Sea this month at Indigo Crow Gallery. Our group exhibition includes textiles, fused glass, paintings and ceramics all inspired by our love of the sea. The exhibition opens 21 January until 2 February with a meet the artists drinks reception on Sunday 26 1-3pm, all invited. T (See information on event)
Date: 23/01/2025 - 23/01/2025 at 19:00-21:00
Join Sophie to learn how to draw this turtle in coloured pencils. All materials provided. All abilities welcome. To book please call The Galleria on 01536 238295. (See information on event)
Date: 23/01/2025 - 23/01/2025 at 13:30-16:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/product/laser-welding-demo-and-taster-session-2/ This workshop is designed to give you an understanding of laser welding te (See information on event)
Date: 25/01/2025 - 25/01/2025 at 14:00-17:00
On this 3 hour course you’ll be gently guided through all the techniques to enable you to make 3 different style stacking rings from a selection of 5 designs. The techniques you will use include twisting, texturing, forming, soldering, finishing and polishing. Perfect for total beginners!!! Materi (See information on event)
Date: 30/01/2025 - 30/01/2025 at 09:15-15:00
On this one day spoon making course you will learn all the silversmithing techniques needed to be able to create your own unique silver spoon. You will be guided through the following techniques: forging, texturing, forming, doming, cutting, soldering, finishing and polishing. Materials are in addit (See information on event)
Date: 31/01/2025 - 31/01/2025 at 10:00-16:00
Create your own personal Create your very own Treasure Box in which to keep precious memories or display your favourite finds. This decorated box could be dedicated to the memory of a place, a person, an object, a moment in time, or created as a gift, or a combination of any or all of these. Student (See information on event)
Date: 01/02/2025 - 01/02/2025 at 11:00-16:00
On this workshop you will make the glass for a piece of copper framed garden art with a display area measuring approximately 10cm x 33cm. You will have the option of using transparent coloured glass on a clear background which is great for a bright sunny garden. Alternatively you can choose an opaqu (See information on event)
Date: 01/02/2025 - 01/02/2025 at 10:00-16:00
Create your own personal Treasure Box in which to keep precious memories or display your favourite finds. This decorated box could be dedicated to the memory of a place, a person, an object, a moment in time, or created as a gift, or a combination of any or all of these. Students will be shown how t (See information on event)
Date: 07/02/2025 - 07/02/2025 at 10:00-12:00
Join Sophie to learn how to draw birds in coloured pencils. All materials provided. All abilities welcome. To book please call The Galleria on 01536 238295. (See information on event)
Date: 07/02/2025 - 07/02/2025 at 10:00-16:00
Create a cluster of delicate little paper bowls – choose from a wide selection of papers including papers that are textured, coloured, handmade, patterned or printed. I will also show how to incorporate decorative items such as lace, threads, and spangles to further enhance your work. The larger p (See information on event)
Date: 07/02/2025 - 07/02/2025 at 13:30-14:30
Book your space here: https://beccygillatt.com/product/taster-session-2-3-2-2-4/ Yardley Hastings Workshop Taster session – Learn how to make a silver textured ring using traditional (See information on event)
Date: 08/02/2025 - 08/02/2025 at 10:00-16:00
Create a cluster of delicate little paper bowls – choose from a wide selection of papers including papers that are textured, coloured, handmade, patterned or printed. I will also show how to incorporate decorative items such as lace, threads, and spangles to further enhance your work. The larger p (See information on event)
Date: 09/02/2025 - 09/02/2025 at 13:00-15:00
Lino Printing Workshop - Book at nixiemade.com under Classes Sunday 9 February 1-3pm The Shire Workshops, Wilbarston Come along and learn to design, carve and print your own artwork for greetings cards, gift wrap, tags, notebooks, placeholders, postcards or bookmarks! Enjoy seeing your ideas become (See information on event)
Date: 14/02/2025 - 14/02/2025 at 19:00-21:00
"Palentine's Day" Painting Workshop 7-9pm, Friday 14 February 2025 Desborough Library Maximimum 6 participants Join us in an alternative to Valentines' day as we use paint without brushes to create unique and colourful landscapes and seascapes! Whether you're nervous about p (See information on event)
Date: 15/02/2025 - 15/02/2025 at 14:30-17:30
On this 3 hour course you’ll be gently guided through all the techniques to enable you to make 3 different style stacking rings from a selection of 5 styles. The techniques you will use include twisting, texturing, forming, soldering, finishing and polishing. Perfect for total beginners!!! Materia (See information on event)
Date: 15/02/2025 - 15/02/2025 at 09:30-13:30
During this workshop you will be guided through all the techniques to make a silver textured wide ring, earrings or a pendant with a pre-made stone setting. You will learn how to: Texture silver sheet with hammers and a rolling mill. Form sheet using a disk cutter, piercing saw and a selection of pl (See information on event)
