View Somerset artists at work

WITH more than 200 venues taking part, Somerset Open Studios (September 17-October 2) is a county wide opportunity to meet artists and makers from a range of disciplines in their working environment. It includes established names such as Richard Pomeroy and Marissa Weatherhead as well as emerging artists revealing how they work, their inspiration, and creative processes.

Disciplines range from the visual arts, sculpture, stone carving and metalwork to textiles, wood, jewellery, furniture, glass and mixed media. Meet the artist face-to-face in their own small studio, home, or temporary studio space; browse and buy or place a personal commission for a special piece.

For more details go to www.somersetartworks.org.uk or call 01458 253800 for a guide to the artists, venues, and affiliated events.

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Picture Credit: Marissa Weatherhrad

Art on show in Devon

DEVON OPEN STUDIOS (September 5-20) is rare opportunity to meet artists in their studios in some of the most beautiful and unexplored parts of the county. Much of their work is for sale, and many demonstrate and give talks during the 16-day programme, sponsored by the West Country letting agency Helpful Holidays.

More than 200 artists working across the county – in painting and printmaking, ceramics and textiles, sculpture, jewellery, and photography – will welcome guests into their workspaces.

For the free guide and details of all the artists taking part, go to www.devonartistnetwork.co.uk/application/workfiles/resources/low%20res%20DAN%20Guide%202015%20final.pdf – or get one from libraries and tourist information centres in Devon.

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Picture Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/59398780@N00/8359227133">Eduardo Vega Art Work</a> via <a href="http://photopin.com">photopin</a> <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/">(license)