Arriving at Studio KIND CAMP KINections at Studio KIND: A Day of Connection in Barnstaple On Friday 15th August , I travelled with CAMP co-director Mark Leahy  and CAMP coordinator Anna Gilroy  to Barnstaple for the first in-person group session of the CAMP KINections artist development programme. After several months of online activity, it was a pleasure to finally bring the two cohorts – emerging rural artists and Torbay-based practitioners – together under one roof to share their experiences, plan the next stages of the project, and do a little bit of evaluation. We were hosted for the day by artist and Studio KIND founding director Laura Porter , who welcomed us in the setting of their new exhibition Automatic Change Giver  by Stuart Robinson . This was an inspiring backdrop for the day: an ambitious, playful show exploring seaside nostalgia and memory through sculptural installation; nothing better than being surrounded by creativity to keep energy levels up! Meeting of Cohorts The morning gave both cohorts the chance to connect in person, strengthening the experience this cross-regional programme. Together, we reviewed ideas for the exhibition component of KINections and took time to look at some of the evaluation processes. It was great to see how the programme is already shaping the artists individual approaches to their practice and it reaffirmed the value of creating these peer networks; big hats off to Mark and the wider CAMP network for making it all possible. In the afternoon, we were joined by wider CAMP members for a talk from Laura Porter , who generously shared insights into the challenges and rewards of running an artist-led venue. Her reflections on the development of Studio KIND, from its founding in 2020 to its recent relocation to The Corn Store at Barnstaple’s historic Pannier Market, offered valuable lessons in resilience, vision, and sustaining community-driven practice. KINections Programme Banner Launch Evening The day closed with the launch of Stuart Robinson’s exhibition, which a handful of us were pleased to attend. Robinson’s practice, rooted in sculptural installation and performative elements, engages with personal and shared histories, offering playful but poignant narratives. Automatic Change Giver  draws on childhood seaside holidays and the landscapes, objects, and rituals that define them – bright colours, wordplay, and familiar motifs inviting audiences into conversations about memory, joy, and loss. Stuart Robinson's Exhibition Reflections For me, it was a rich and rewarding day. Travelling up by train with Anna was a really pleasant way to approach the session, and arriving in Barnstaple I was struck by the vibrancy of the town and its cultural scene. Meeting Laura in person, seeing the new Studio KIND premises, and hearing the artists’ reflections on KINections was another great reminder of just how exciting this programme is, and the value CAMP is bringing to its members across Devon and Cornwall. About CAMP CAMP (Contemporary Art Membership Platform)  is a member-led support and professional development network for artists, arts workers, and creatives across Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. CAMP promotes doing, making, and sharing contemporary art through a programme of workshops, mentoring, and opportunities for collaboration. About KINections KINections  is a 15-month professional development opportunity led by CAMP (Contemporary Art Membership Platform CIC) , an artist-led membership organisation for creatives in Devon and Cornwall. Starting in April 2025, the project will work with Devon-based artist duo LOW PROFILE  and Artizan Gallery, Torbay , alongside partners Thelma Hulbert Gallery  (Honiton), Fish Factory  (Penryn) and The Plough Arts Centre  (Great Torrington), to deliver a programme of support, training, and networking for rurally based emerging artists and Torbay artists. The project is funded by Arts Council England , The Fenton Trust , and CAMP. About Studio KIND Founded in 2020, Studio KIND  is a community interest company presenting ambitious and diverse programmes of contemporary art. Recently relocated to The Corn Store in Barnstaple’s historic Pannier Market, Studio KIND supports both local and national artists, with a mission to raise the profile of contemporary art in North Devon and to create an inclusive, dynamic cultural hub. About Stuart Robinson Cornwall-based artist Stuart Robinson  works primarily in sculpture, installation, moving image and performance, often drawing on personal and shared histories. His playful but layered practice invites audiences to explore themes of nostalgia, memory, and everyday escape. His solo exhibition Automatic Change Giver  presents new and recent works inspired by seaside holiday culture, exploring loss, joy, and landscapes of fun.   #Blog #JacobBrandon #CAMP #KINections

Sink or Swim Sink or Swim Exhibition by Art for Social Change Collective The Projection Room, Paignton Private View: Saturday, 23rd August, 6-8pm Exhibition Continues: until Tuesday, 26th August 25 Contact: lottie.bolster@gmail.com Instagram: @art_for_social_change Sink or Swim is a multidisciplinary exhibition presented by the Art for Social Change collective, held at the Projection Room, Paignton. The show explores urgent issues surrounding marine degradation and the ecological vulnerability of water. Featuring photography, ceramics, glasswork, screenprints, watercolours, digital projection and live performance, the exhibition invites the public to reflect on our evolving, and often endangered relationship with the ocean.  In the lead-up to the exhibition , local artist Lottie Bolster has been hosting participatory sessions reflecting on fish & chip shops in a speculative future when fish is just a memory. What happens when the fish are gone? Lottie is inviting the public to contribute and share their story either in person at Paignton Library on Tuesday 5th August, 3pm or by email lottie.bolster@gmail.com .  The Art for Social Change collective brings together artists from diverse disciplines and backgrounds who are united by a shared commitment to challenging dominant narratives, provoking social awareness, and fostering connection through creative expression. Formed during the 2021 Artquest Arts for Social Change Salon , the group has since evolved into a supportive network nurturing socially engaged practices. Sink or Swim marks the collective’s first public exhibition, a convergence of artistic voices working at the intersection of the personal, political and planetary. The works in the show confront fragility, invite reflection, and ask: will we sink or swim?  Exhibiting artists Lottie Bolster, Julie Light, Katherine Masters, Aishling Muller, Agata Nowak, and Kayleigh Peters .  Lottie Bolster | Artist and Mental Health Advocate  Lottie is a multidisciplinary artist whose work challenges (mis)perceptions.  Lottie uses storytelling to prompt audiences to question the mental frameworks that shape how we see the world. A graduate of Central Saint Martins (MA Art & Science, 2019), she has exhibited in the UK and internationally, including at CERN, Tate Modern, and Somerset House.  Website: www.lottiebolster.com   Instagram: @lottie_bolster   Julie Light | Artist and Sculptor  Sculptural Explorations of Body and Health  Julie is a sculptor working primarily with glass to explore human and creature form, health, and hybridity. Her sculptures visualise the intersection of human and non-human bodies, illness, and imagined transformations, asking viewers to reconsider their perceptions of health and vulnerability.  Website: www.julielight.co.uk   Instagram: @julielightglass Katherine Masters | Conceptual Artist  Coastal Sustainability and the Human Condition  Katherine examines the natural world’s fragility, focusing on coastal sustainability and environmental responsibility. She explores the relationship between texture and colour while addressing the pressing concerns of ecological change through a multidisciplinary practice.  Website: www.katherinemasters.com   Instagram: @katherinemasters.artist   Aishling Muller | Digital Media & Performance Artist  Ecological Grief & Inner Transformation  Irish neurodiverse artist Aishling Muller explores the parallels between environmental collapse and personal metamorphosis. Working with lens-based media and performance, she documents the melting glaciers of Greenland and creates symbolic self-portraits that reflect cycles of loss, resilience, and rebirth. Her work here considers water not just as crisis, but as carrier of memory, emotion, and planetary change.  Website: www.lifeschanginglandscape.com   Instagram: @aishlingmuller   Agata Nowak | Cross-Disciplinary Research-Based Artist  Human and Non Human  Agata weaves themes of resilience, and belonging into her research-based practice. Working with strands of basalt fiber, she created screen print drawings that echo the silent chemical exchange between oceanic crust and the ocean. Her work brings attention to the agency of matter and the quiet, ongoing exchanges that drive transformation beyond human perception.  Website: www.agatanowak.squarespace.com Instagram: @agatanowakdesign   Kayleigh Peters | Multidisciplinary Artist  Health, Protest, and Lived Experience  Kayleigh is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice explores themes of health, protest, and lived experience. Working across textiles, ceramics, performance and participatory art, she investigates the ways in which craft can serve as a vehicle for storytelling and activism. Her work engages with historical and contemporary narratives, inviting audiences to reflect on issues of care, resilience, and systemic change.  Website: www.kayleigh-peters.com   Instagram: @kayleighpeters_artist #LottieBolster #KayleighPeters #AgataNowak #AishlingMuller #KatherineMasters #JulieLight #SinkOrSwim #GuestBlog #Exhibition

Artizan Collections Sale 2024, Work of Cheryll Kinsley Potter The Artizan Collections Sale This September, we welcome back our annual collections exhibition, now reimagined as the Artizan Collections Sale - a unique opportunity to explore and acquire artworks from our archives while supporting the future of the visual arts in Torbay.   Artist Donations Last year we were delighted to unexpectedly receive donations of new works from many artists who wanted to support our fundraising efforts and so this time we wanted to open up that opportunity again. Donating A Work If you’d like to donate a work, it’s a simple process. All you have to do is bring in the piece during our normal opening hours, wrapped, and with the below details attached. You may also want to drop us an email to let us know you're coming. Work Title Work Medium Artist Name Year Produced (optional) Price - this should be the most recent “on the wall” price or if it hasn’t been exhibited, a representative price in line with your work. We will use this as a guide. A description of any exhibition history (optional) You can download a printable donation slip to fill in for each work here or clearly add the above details yourself. Some things to consider… By submitting the work, you are confirming that you are the owner and have the rights to donate the work. Works can be provided framed or unframed and does not need to be ready to display or hang. However, works provided must be of a sales quality by which we mean they must be complete and undamaged. All works are considered donations and you would not retain any right to the proceeds of a sale. Due to the volume of donations we have previously received, we do not guarantee to display all works. By donating a work you’ll also automatically receive a VIP ticket to the event launch (normally available with a minimum £10 donation) The deadline for donating works is the 25th August #Pinned #Call #ace25

Artizan Collections Sale 2024, Work of Cheryll Kinsley Potter The Artizan Collections Sale This September, we welcome back our annual collections exhibition, now reimagined as the Artizan Collections Sale - a unique opportunity to explore and acquire artworks from our archives while supporting the future of the visual arts in Torbay.   Collectors Market This year, as a new addition, we’re inviting collectors to join us to refresh their walls, by submitting works from their own collections for inclusion in this exhibition, a great opportunity to make space for new works. Taking Part If selected, all works are taken on a sale or return basis. Optionally, you can also choose to donate the work to support our fundraising efforts as a non-profit social enterprise. You can initially submit work by sending an image and details by email to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk You’ll then be invited to deliver any accepted works and will complete a brief agreement for each piece outlining the consignment terms. Some things to consider… By submitting the work, you are confirming that you are the owner and have the rights to resell the work. Whilst we may accept giclee prints in some circumstances we are more likely to take original works for this opportunity. Where possible you will need to provide details of the works provenance. As a minimum we will need to know the artist who produced the work, but where possible you would also be able to provide: Work title Work medium Year produced Year purchased Purchase location Original purchase price By submitting work you’ll also automatically receive a VIP ticket to the event launch (normally available with a minimum £10 donation) #Pinned #Call #ace25

On Location in the UNESCO Global Geopark Pinhole prints and contact prints in progress from the intertidal zone 09-10-24 Tidal print in progress on the turning tide, Torre Abbey Sands  09-10-24 Seagrass on the strandline on the turning tide,  Torre Abbey Sands 09-10-24 Test prints of long-exposure pinhole photographs made in the Geopark at various coastal locations using expired colour film in the studio 09-10-24 #geoparkra24   #geoparkresidencies

Walking through the gates of the Italian garden at Great Ambrook I am surrounded by a familiar sense of mystery, of ancient secrets linking this place to the people who inhabited it more than 100 years ago. It’s almost a year since I was last here and new trailing rosemary creeps across repaired pathways, part of the ongoing process of sensitive renovation and replanting. At the Summerhouse the historian Jeremy Treglown brings the garden’s creator and his companions back to life in the space they enjoyed all those years ago.  These are the people who populated my final MA Illustration project “Graham’s Garden” shown in an exhibition at Artizan Gallery, Torquay in March 2024.   The garden’s story still remains largely unwritten, but its different settings provide stages for the imagination. A creative opportunity it’s hard to resist! The current custodians of the garden, with the help of a team of incredible volunteers, are creating an inclusive space in which to socialise, learn and spend time with nature and they are generously inviting local people in to develop some of these opportunities. As a result, Zo Copeland, a local writer and poet who is currently running creative writing courses in Paignton is collaborating with me, an illustrator, to deliver a creative writing and drawing workshop in the garden on 21st September 2024 between 11am to 2pm. The garden is not open to the public, so this is an opportunity to visit this inspiring place as we wander through the gardens making words and pictures. Everyone is welcome and no previous experience is required. To book tickets click on the link below: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-writing-and-drawing-in-grahams-garden-tickets-974250548617 #ZoCopeland #FrancesMason #greatambrook #creativewriting #drawing #workshop #garden #ambrook24 #GuestPost

English Riviera Summer Open We’re pleased to invite submissions for this year’s English Riviera Summer Open, our annual celebration of contemporary visual arts at Artizan Collective Gallery. Running from 29th June - 24th August 2025, this exhibition transforms our Fleet Walk venue into a vibrant patchwork of colour, creativity and community. If you’ve exhibited with us before, you’ll know that the Summer Open is a cornerstone of our year - one of our biggest, boldest showcases that brings together a rich blend of artists working across all mediums and styles. And if you’re new to our calls, welcome! This is your chance to be part of one of the South West’s most diverse and accessible open exhibitions. The Summer Open is: Selective but welcoming  - open to all, with selection based on originality, quality, and breadth. Boldly curated  - we look for dynamic combinations of traditional and contemporary work. Audience-loved  - drawing visitors, collectors, and art lovers from across the region. This year’s submission fees are: £10 for a single work submission   £35 for multi-work submissions  (submit up to six works; max four selected) New for 2025: Get involved before the show opens! We’re holding a Volunteer Day for anyone who’s ever said, “Just let me know if you need a hand.” On 23rd June, we’ll be inviting anyone who’s free to come down, pick up a roller, and help us give the space a fresh coat of paint. It’s a great excuse to get stuck in behind the scenes, meet fellow artists, and be part of the creative buzz from the ground up. If you’ve discovered us recently - perhaps through our work at Delamore or further afield - this is a great opportunity to continue your journey with us and experience the full spirit of our high street gallery programme in Torquay. Submission Deadline:  EXTENDED 14th June, Midday We can’t wait to see your submissions! Key Dates: Deadline for Entries:  EXTENDED 14th June, Midday Confirmation of Selection: 14th June, Midnight Start Date: 29th June, 11am End Date:  24th August, 4pm Launch Date: 28th June, 18:00-20:00 Delivery Deadline: 23rd June, 18:00 (delivery bookable from 13th -23rd June) Hang Week: 23rd - 27th June (artists are not required but should be prepared to receive work queries during this period) Volunteers Day (optional): 23rd June Submission Forms: We offer a number of options for submitting to the exhibition which hopefully will meet the needs of most artists but if you need assistance with any of the below methods, you can get in touch with us and we'll be happy to help. Google Form (preferred): Completing our Google Form is the preferred method for submitting to our opportunities. You do not need a Google Account to fill in the form, but if you have one the form will save your progress as you go. You can fill in the form below using the embed further down this page, or alternatively click here to load it in a new window. Please note, your images are provided separately via email to imagesubmissions@artizangallery.co.uk Curatorspace: This is a really great platform that we've been publishing our opportunities on for 5 years now. Artists can create a free or paid account that allows them to submit not just to our exhibitions but to hundreds of other opportunities. You can head to the submission form here and see details of their membership options here . Email: If none of the above options work for you, we can also accept work details by email. To submit form details by email, download a PDF form here and use this as a reference for the information we need. Provide all details in the body of an email and send this to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk with your images. Google Form Key Links: Submission Form (Google, external): https://forms.gle/agbEs4M6HdpEHBEf7 Curatorspace: https://www.curatorspace.com/opportunities/detail/english-riviera-summer-open/9399 Exhibitors Terms: www.art-hub.co.uk/exhibitorsterms   Payment Link: https://art-hub.co.uk/submissionpayment Submission Enquiries: juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk Supply Images: imagesubmission@artizangallery.co.uk   #Calls

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OPEN CALL for KINections Creative Practice Support – a professional development project for Torbay based artists ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY  This is a professional development opportunity for Torbay based artists to receive Creative Practice Support . Including a five-module business and sustainable practice course and wider supportive peer group and network opportunities, participants will be guided in developing their artistic career. Who is the opportunity for? Emerging visual artists based in Torbay or those making a *step-change in how they approach their practice OR any visual artist who believes their circumstances mean they would benefit from mentorship *By emerging artists we mean artists who are in the early stages of their career/development (this includes recent graduates, those returning to making art after a break, and those whose development has been hampered by life circumstances or lack of resources). **By step-change in practice approach we mean anyone making a significant change in how they work as a creative (this includes anyone who may be transitioning from part time to full time practice; change of focus, for example looking to incorporate new income streams). What is on offer for participants?  The opportunity to participate in a skills development programme as well access additional network and peer support activities. Opportunities to share and show your art work individually and as part of a group. Other networking and professional development opportunities. The aim of the programme is to increase the sustainability and resilience of your practice, help you explore new opportunities, and better understand how to get the most from your work. Funding and Costs The project is funded by Arts Council England, The Fenton Trust and CAMP so that it is FREE to participants. This funding is equivalent to £1400 support per artist. There is a small budget available to help participants pay for costs of travel to-and-from in person sessions. Participants in the project will receive FREE CAMP Membership up to the end of 2026. Deadline for applications: 24 March 2025. Download PDF with full application details  HERE #Call

Stableyard Art Quarter - Full Programme There's an absolutely huge programme going on at Delamore Arts this year, and this is a snapshot of the Stableyard Art Quarter Full Programme 2025. You can use the infographic below, download it as a PDF, or check out the individual lists of activities in the sections further down this post. Download a PDF copy of this programme here. (Accurate as of May 1st, more events being added, use the lists below for up-to-date details) Maker Takeovers The Maker Takeovers debut at Delamore Arts 2025, offering visitors an intimate and engaging way to explore the region’s creative talent. Located in the newly adapted Stable Block, these rotating artist and maker fairs feature a curated selection of printmakers, leather workers, jewellery makers, mosaic artists, wire sculptors, ceramicists, traditional painters and much more. Running throughout May, the Maker Takeovers provide a changing line-up of makers every few days, ensuring something new to discover each visit. Visitors can meet the artists, watch live demonstrations, and purchase unique handmade works directly from the creators. Nestled in the picturesque Stable Courtyard, the Maker Takeovers are an exciting new addition to this much-loved arts event. Celebrate creativity, connect with the makers, and take home one-of-a-kind treasures that capture the heart of the South West. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/ex/mt25 May 2nd  - Ian Palfrey and Angela Rimmer May 3rd  - Ian Palfrey and Angela Rimmer May 4th  - Ian Palfrey and Angela Rimmer May 5th  - Ian Palfrey and Angela Rimmer May 6th  - Zaleika Bratchley, Rosie Burns and Red May 7th  - Zaleika Bratchley, Rosie Burns and Red May 8th  - Zaleika Bratchley, Rosie Burns and Red May 9th  - Sophie Copeman, Rachel O'Connell, Chloe Morter and Steve Manning May 10th  - Sophie Copeman, Rachel O'Connell, Chloe Morter and Steve Manning May 11th  - Sophie Copeman, Rachel O'Connell, Chloe Morter and Steve Manning May 12th  - Naomi Hullatt May 13th  - Naomi Hullatt May 14th  - Naomi Hullatt May 15th  - Naomi Hulatt May 16th  - Roger and Sandra Lissenden, Ann Chester King and Bev and Knowlden May 17th  - Roger and Sandra Lissenden, Ann Chester King and Bev Knowlden, Sazbotage, and Rhian Wyn Harrison and Lee Pover May 18th  - Roger and Sandra Lissenden, Ann Chester King and Bev Knowlden and Szabotage May 23rd  - Duncan Stewart, and Nigel Grist May 24th  - Duncan Stewart, Nigel Grist and Gesche Buecker May 25th  - Duncan Stewart, Gesche Buecker, Lisa Parkyn and Lorraine Gilroy May 26th  - Duncan Stewart, Lisa Parkyn and Lorraine Gilroy May 27th  - Clare Stephens May 28th  - Clare Stephens May 29th  - Clare Stephens May 30th  - Owen Williams, Charline Marzin and Bud Hodson May 31st  - Owen Williams, Charline Marzin, Bud Hodson and Julia Finzel Meet the Artist Days Meet our participating artists as they steward our two exhibitions, Contemporary British Printmaker and The Kiln Room . May 1st - Stefania D'Amico, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 2nd - Jenny Pery, Printmaker (AM/PM) & Louise Scammell, Printmaker (PM) May 3rd  - David Jones, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 4th  - Kate Lyons Miller, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 5th  - Naomi Hulatt, Printmaker (AM) & Jenny Amon, Ceramicist (PM) May 6th  - Julia Finzel, Printmaker (AM/PM) May 7th  - Naomi Hulatt, Printmaker (AM) & Eilean Elland, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 8th  - Russell Martin, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 9th  - Nikki Smith, Ceramicist (AM/PM) & Caroline Aisher, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 10th  - Ian Cox, Printmaker (AM) & Anne Smith, Ceramicist (PM) May 11th  - Jayne Randall, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 12th  - Stewart Taylor, Printmaker (AM) & Kate Lyons Miller, Ceramicist (PM) May 13th  - Stewart Taylor, Printmaker (AM) & Nicola Griffin, Printmaker (PM) & Malcolm Law, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 14th  - Ian Cox, Printmaker (AM) & Ali Hirst, Ceramicist (PM) May 15th  - Charlotte Sainsbury, Printmaker (AM/PM) May 16th  - Nigel Grist Printmaker (AM/PM) May 17th  - Alexandra Robb, Printmaker (AM) & Anne Smith, Ceramicist (PM) & Adrian Brough, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 18th  - Lorraine Gilroy, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 19th  - Sara Evans, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 20th  - Nicola Griffing, Printmaker (PM) May 21st  - Rebecca & David Holley, Ceramicists (AM/PM) May 22nd  - Imogen Taylor Noble, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 23rd  - Clare Stephens, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 24th  - Edward King, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 25th  - Charline Marzin, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 26th  - Vicky Jackson, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 27th  - Ali Hirst, Ceramicist (AM) & Julia Finzel, Printmaker (AM/PM) May 28th  - Charlotte Sainsbury, Printmaker (AM/PM) May 29th  - Penny O'Brien, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 30th  - Michelle Greenwood Brown, Ceramicist (AM/PM) May 31st  - Sue Coleman, Printmaker (AM/PM) Demonstrations As well as paid workshops, we have a handful of wonderful free demonstrations taking place delivered by our participating printmakers and ceramicists. May 3rd - Anne Smith, Ceramicist (PM) May 9th - Nikki Smith and Caroline Aisher (AM/PM) May 10th - Kathy Wray, Painter (PM) May 11th - Nigel Grist, Printmaker (AM/PM) May 17th  - Alexandra Robb, Printmaker (PM) May 21st  - Rebecca & David Holley, Ceramicists (AM/PM) May 27th  - Nicola Griffin, Printmaker (PM) May 29th  - Mandi Street, Printmaker (PM) Workshops We have a huge programme of workshops to enjoy this year at Delamore, making it the region's biggest May arts event! Book any of these at the link below or at https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events May 4th - An Introduction to Linocut - with Ann Burnham , £47 May 5th  - Exploratory and Expressive Responses to Nature - With Kathy Wray , £91 May 6th  - Creating a Conical Vessel - with Lorraine Gilroy ( AM & PM ), £41 May 7th  - Plein Air Watercolour Painting - with Rosie Burns ( AM & PM ), £57 May 8th  - Leather Belt for Life - with Red , £133 May 9th  - Tea Bowls of Dartmoor - with Imogen Taylor-Noble , £69 May 10th  - Drypoint Printmaking for Beginners - with Sue Coleman ( AM & PM ), £41 May 11th  - An Introduction to Linocut Printing - with Nigel Grist ( AM & PM ), £41 May 12th  - Make Your Own Coaster/Tile - with Vicky Jackson , £91 May 13th  - Introduction to Suminagashi Ink Marbling on Paper - with Rachel O'Connell , £47 May 14th  - The Flow of Nature - Watercolour and Mixed Media - with Breda Holden , £100 May 15th  - Creative Cyanotypes , £47 May 15th  - The Art of Seeing - Portrait Photography , £63 May 16th  - Make a Reduction Lino Print Cloudscape - with Steve Manning , £69 May 16th  - Light, Line and Sculpture - Fine Art Photography , £91 May 17th  - Framing the Form - Creative Photography Basics , £63 May 17th  - Creative Cyanotypes , £47 May 18th  - A Walk Through Art - Mindful Photography for Wellbeing , £91 May 19th  - An Introduction to Linocutting - with Naomi Hulatt , £63 May 20th  - An Introduction to Linocutting - with Naomi Hulatt , £63 May 21st  - Drypoint, Monoprint and Chine Colle Beginners Class - with Julia Finzel ( AM & PM ), £58 May 22nd  - Making and Applying Terra Sigillata (TS) from Locally Dug and Brick Clays - with Clare Stephens , £61 May 23rd  - Make a Small Sculpture for the Garden or Home - with Anne-Marie Moss , £52 May 24th (& 30th)  - Bronze Casting Using Lost Wax Ceramic Shell Process , £316 May 25th  - Cuttle Fish Casting - with Noah Taylor and Rachel Darbourne , £113 May 26th  - Cuttle Fish Casting - with Noah Taylor and Rachel Darbourne , £113 May 27th  - Cuttle Fish Casting - with Noah Taylor and Rachel Darbourne , £113 May 28th  - Sand Casting - with Noah Taylor and Rachel Darbourne , £113 May 29th  - Sand Casting - with Noah Taylor and Rachel Darbourne , £113 May 30th (& 24th)  - Bronze Casting Using Lost Wax Ceramic Shell Process , £316 May 31st  - New Creations in Painting - with Nigel Moores , £47 #delamore25 #cbp25 #tkr25 #mt25

Delamore Arts X Artizan Collective Call for Makers, Artist and Artisans Artizan Collective and Delamore Arts are seeking applications from artists and makers to take on stalls in our small “Maker Pop-ups” space, part of the new Delamore Arts Courtyard programme. This is a selective call to which we are inviting applications. For full opportunity details and terms and conditions, please review the call document here . Last Few Spaces Remaining Overview Delamore Delamore arts is an annual month-long exhibition that has been running successfully for just over 20 years. It attracts artists and visitors from across the UK with all works selected by a panel of judges to ensure and maintain a high standard of work. Whilst its focus initially was on sculptural works that are placed within the grounds and the house, 2D works have become an important part of the offer and adorn the walls in the main house salon style to compliment a supporting collection of interior 3D works. Delamore regularly sees repeat visitors for whom this event is part of their arts calendar and many of those visitors come with the intent to buy. There is a café on site so most visitors will spend several hours and fully explore all that is on offer. Proceeds from the exhibition support a designated charity that is selected each year by Delamore. Artizan For the month of May, we move to Delamore Estate and support this fantastic annual showcase with our own curated offer. Contemporary British Printmakers and The Kiln Room will provide two unique exhibition additions to this year’s programme, with the rest of the courtyard spaces being used to develop new programming offers including workshops, demonstrations and maker takeovers. Maker Takeovers Offer The Stalls is a new offering that will sit alongside the already successful programming that has run from this section of Delamore Arts for several years. In this new space we are offering fair style stands for individual makers and artists to take on for mid-week and weekend blocks. Each stall is self-contained and can be setup with your own exhibition and display equipment, with electricity provided and general lighting of the block. Summary Participation in exclusive “micro” maker fair Self-contained stalls in a unique setting Opportunity to be a part of one of Devon’s best loved arts events with 6000+ visitors annually Ability to take your own sales with 0 commission fees Option to deliver demonstrations and produce work from the stalls Full on-site facilities including kitchen, café serving light lunches and refreshments, toilets, stall electricity and WiFi Promotion through Delamore Arts and Artizan Collective channels including on the Delamore Arts website Support to take payments if required at a low 5% rate Key Dates: Delamore Dates: 1st – 31st May Fees If successful booking blocks range from £75 -£225. No commission is taken on sales. Submissions Download the call file here and send responses to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk Call file: CALL Maker Takeovers Delamore 2025 (Second Release).pdf

Artizan Women’s Open The Artizan Women’s Open Exhibition has become an established feature of our programme, providing an annual platform to celebrate and amplify the voices of women in the arts. Each year, we continue to reflect on themes of visibility, recognition, and equity, inviting women artists to share their diverse perspectives and talents. For 2025, we’re delighted to once again host this vibrant exhibition at our Fleet Walk venue, showcasing a range of works across disciplines and styles. We anticipate participation from 30 to 40 artists, with each contributor invited to submit up to four pieces. Launching on International Women’s Day , this year’s exhibition will further our commitment to addressing the challenges women face in the art world while celebrating their incredible contributions. As we prepare for this year’s exhibition, it’s essential to acknowledge the wider contexts shaping gender conversations globally. Recent shifts in reproductive rights legislation in the United States have reignited debates about bodily autonomy and the control women have over their own futures. Meanwhile, the #MeToo movement continues to reveal systemic issues of harassment and inequity across creative industries, calling for deeper cultural shifts and accountability. And the recent legal ruling allowing the "Ladies Lounge" exhibit at Tasmania’s Museum of Old and New Art (Mona) to reopen highlights the power of art to challenge and provoke conversations about historic exclusions and contemporary equity. Against this backdrop, we continue to offer the Women’s Open Exhibition as an inclusive, celebratory platform that uplifts women’s perspectives, fosters dialogue, and highlights the enduring value of their contributions to the arts. Interested participants should fill out the simple submission form by 21st February. There is a £15 submission fee with 35% commission taken on sales. KEY DATES Deadline for Entries:   21st February, Midday Confirmations:   22nd February, Midnight Work Delivery:  23rd February - 3rd March (16:00 latest) Exhibition Dates:  9th March - 13th April Exhibition Launch: 8th March BEFORE YOU START You'll be asked to provide your email below to start the process. This is so your progress can be saved and you can receive a copy of your completed form at the end of the application. Your details are collected in this form for use in relation to the exhibition you are applying for. Artizan Collective CIC may use the information provided in this form as required to enable us to process your submission. You will not be asked to provide any sensitive information as part of this submission process. Do not provide any passwords, financial data or other sensitive information as part of this form. If you cannot complete the submission form via this platform, you can download a PDF copy of the form here and email the required details to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk All information for your submission must be provided via this form or directly to us as described above. We cannot guarantee to follow up for missing information on your submission and this may impact your work being accepted. Images of your work are submitted separately to this form via email or file transfer. Instructions are provided later in the form. At the end of this form you will be required to agree to Artizan Collective's exhibitor terms which can be viewed here . You must agree to these to participate in the exhibition. Artists are reminded that the Artizan curation team reserve the right to reject any work that does not reach a considered standard of subject, execution, or framing. Pictures must be the Artist’s original work. Submissions We offer a number of options for submitting to the exhibition which hopefully will meet the needs of most artists but if you need assistance with any of the below methods, you can get in touch with us and we'll be happy to help. Google Form (preferred): Completing our Google Form is the preferred method for submitting to our opportunities. You do not need a Google Account to fill in the form, but if you have one the form will save your progress as you go. You can fill in the form below using the embed  form further down this page, or alternatively click here  to load it in a new window. Please note, your images are provided separately via email to imagesubmissions@artizangallery.co.uk Curatorspace: This is a really great platform that we've been publishing our opportunities on for 5 years now. Artists can create a free or paid account that allows them to submit not just to our exhibitions but to hundreds of other opportunities. You can head to the submission form here  and see details of their membership options here . PDF Form: If you have a PDF reader that allows you to fill forms, you can download a PDF here  and then load it in your chosen software. Once filled, email this form along with your images to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk . Please note that some PDF viewers do not allow form filling and you may need to purchase premium software to use these features. Email: If none of the above options work for you, we can also accept work details by email. To submit form details by email download the PDF form here  and use this as a reference for the information we need. Provide all details in the body of an email and send this to juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk Google Form