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BRIDPORT OPEN STUDIOS 2010Welcome to the annual event that celebrates our remarkable West Dorset art community: we are opening our doors once again!

This ever-evolving and blossoming event offers a compelling opportunity to view an impressive range of high quality art work, while at the same time exploring familiar and less familiar aspects of West Dorset.

You are invited to enter the dozens of studios and galleries centred in vibrant Bridport and it’s surrounding areas, from Abbotsbury to Charmouth, Beaminster to West Bay. You are encouraged to journey roads where panoramic views materialise like magical mirages, to tucked away villages and hamlets. Many artists are opening up their own homes where cooker tops and kitchen tables have acted as easels, and their houses have become personalized galleries.

On your travels, it will be easily understood why West Dorset is such a hub of creative activity and such an inspiration to artists in all fields.

Whatever your taste in art, there will be something to enjoy, commission or purchase.

A huge thanks to all those involved behind the scenes for making thisevent possible. Thanks to our sponsors: Dorset County Council, Bridport Town Council, Marshwood Vale Magazine, Bridport Arts & Crafts, Bridport Arts Centre, Huck Netts and Pineapple Business Park, as well as to all our supporters: Fergus Byrne for assist-ance with our catalogue, to the Bull Hotel for hosting our launch event, and to all the artists who have volunteered their time and help in other ways.

We hope you have an inspiring and uplifting weekend.

PHILOMENA HARMSWORTHDirector

www.bridportopenstudios.co.uk

KIT GLAISYERDeputy Director

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1 Kit Glaisyer Painting 07983 465789www.kitglaisyer.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm m BCards and prints available

Over the past three years Kit Glaisyer has been developing a new form of landscape painting. Drawing from his Dorset childhood he engages the viewer on an emotional journey, creating a powerful evocation of light, space and atmosphere through a highly disciplined technique that references contemporary cinema, Dutch 17th century landscape painting and the Romantic tradition from Casper David Friedrich to Turner, Constable and the American Hudson River School.

Bridport Town CentreSt Michael’s Trading Estate:The busy St Michael’s Trading estate is full of varied and delightful shops selling vintage clothes, bric a brac and antiques. The long redbrick Edwardian building was purpose built to manufacturer rope, and is now home to many artists and craftspeople. Directions: From South Street, turn down Gundry Lane and follow it to its end. From West Street turn in for the Waitrose car park. Parking outside St Michael’s studios, Waitrose Car Park or The Bus Station Car Park.

2 Brian Johnson Oil Paintings

07788 165063brian.johnson6@virginmedia.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5 pm m BPrints and cards for sale

Inspired by my many local walks, I seek to capture the endless seasonal and meteorological effects on the Dorset coastline and countryside. I attempt to reflect these changes in light and mood in most of my landscapes, to create visually appealing pictures.

St Michael’s Studios – First Floor St Michael's Trading Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR

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3 David Brooke – Caroline Ireland Painting – Drawing

07791 205693 (David)07792 071721 (Caroline)davidfbrooke@hotmail.co.ukcarolineireland123@hotmail.comwww.axisweb.org/artist/davidbrooke Opening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm open by appointment at other times m B RPrints and cards for sale

David: Imaginative acrylic paintings and pen and ink drawings. Powerfully composed narrative pictures that invoke the feeling of myth. People walk on the backs of fish, others become trees and plants, fish, cats, comfy chairs, carrots and green men.

Caroline: Exuberant colour to make you smile. Strongly designed pictures in watercolour and pastel. From still life to flower studies, and landscapes real or imaginary, where lollipop trees abound.

4 Paul Blow – Suzanna Hubbard Illustration

(01308) 456820paul@paulblow.comwww.paulblow.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Paul Blow and Suzanna Hubbard are both practising illustrators working across the publishing world. Paul’s complex and compelling artwork is featured regularly in the editorial pages of newspapers such as The Guardian, The New York Times and The Independent. Suzanna is a children’s book illustrator and author and has worked for Orion and Chrysalis publishers. Living in Dorset also feeds her love of painting landscapes both real and imagined. Both will be showing original canvasses, prints and watercolours.

St Michael’s Studios – Second Floor, St Michael's Studios, St Michael's Trading Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR

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6 Jan Zajac Painting

07967 666729jan.zajac4@virgin.netOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5 pm

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My oil paintings, prints and cards focus mainly on familiar Dorset landscapes with the aim of giving them a new vivid intensity. Other pictures show what I call epiphanies, which are like stills from an imaginary movie.

5 Andrew Leppard Figurative Oil Painting

(01308) 426520andrewleppard@yahoo.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Expressive oil paintings and mono-prints of figures set in warm radiant light reflecting the natural environment. Classical and mythological themes underpin a strong sense of ambiguity and sensuality. Andrew has worked and exhibited widely in the UK, USA, Brazil, the Caribbean and Indonesia.

Studio 6 - St Michael’s Studios - Second Floor

7 Jo Barnes Painting – Drawing

07969 928059 Opening times: 10am – 5pm

m BI will be showing oil paintings with a variety of subjects, from still life to landscape; some outdoor pastoral sketches from around Dorset, and also some large colourful life drawings. I am also exploring portraiture this year.

8 Charles Hallsworth BA FRSA Oil Painting

07768 476603charles.hallsworth@abitas.com www.hallsworth.org Opening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Charles paints unique and atmospheric images inspired by Dorset and visits to Cornwall and Pembrokeshire. Working mainly in oils his paintings capture a moment in time that tell a story and conveys an impression of the places.

9 Paul Richmond Oil Painting

07714 237156traveleds@aol.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

m BPaul Richmond was painting in oils before he could do joined-up writing. ‘Painting is still play for me’ he says. ‘I make happy paintings in warm colours’. Paul has had one-man shows in London, Paris and San Diego, California and demonstrated oil painting on BBC TV.

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11 Marion Taylor Painting

07881 805510marion@taylormade.demon.co.ukwww.dorsetpaintings.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pmGiclee Prints and Cards for sale

m BA diverse and colourful collection of work including paintings in acrylics, gouache and watercolour, on canvas, wood panel and paper. Marion's subjects range from landscapes depicting Dorset's unique countryside to large vibrant flowers and still life. Marion trained as a Textile Designer. This discipline is evident in her use of colour and pattern. New work exhibited.

12 Ian Dunn Paintings Drawings

07748 126097idwillow7@talktalk.netwww.bridport.orgOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10 am – 5pm m 2Large acrylic paintings on canvas, fusing geometric line with intense colour. Also smaller works on paper, and drawings. Directions: From St Michael’s Lane, with Pam’s furniture facing you, turn right into Foundry Lane. Following signs for Studio 12b, turn immediate right, cross 1st courtyard into 2nd. 12b is on your right. From South Street, down Gundry Lane to the end, cross into Foundry Lane, then proceed as above.

Southside of the building Studio 12b, St Michael’s Trading Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR

10 Sally Davies Digital Art – Photography

07718 078453www.photoartbysally.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Using photography, drawings, paintings, scanned images and computer technology, my pictures are spiritual, magical, thought-provoking and beautiful. My main interest is in trees, flowers and the beautiful countryside that surrounds us here in Dorset.

Studio in the Attic Unit 10, St Michael’s Trading Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR (3 doors down from St. Michael’s Studios)

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Bridport Town Venues

Bridport is an attractive market town with a highly developed sense of community and a thriving local food initiative. It has a bustling Saturday street market, and colourful shops, boutiques, pubs, cafes, restaurants, museum, theatres and music venues, are all at your fingertips. There is a high level of artistic output and craftsmanship operating both within the town and in the surrounding villages.

The Chantry, South Street, dating from 1300’s, is the oldest secular building in Bridport, believed to have served as a primitive lighthouse.

14 Nick Harding Painting – Decorative Art

(01308) 424758enquiries@nickharding.comwww.nickharding.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Paintings and decorative work in a variety of media including oil, acrylic, line and wash, and screen-printing. Comments include ‘A wonderful range of skilled work, how refreshing’; ‘Great imagination and superb craftsmanship with an impressive diversity’; ‘A great eye-opener. Here’s an artist who brings his own identity across a wide variety of skills. I am so pleased to have seen it all’; ‘totally exciting’.Directions: 5 minute walk from Bridport town centre along West Street and West Allington. Entry through a small white iron gate to front garden path, then via conservatory, courtyard and archway to back garden. Turn left up wooden steps to the studio

32 West Allington, Bridport DT6 5BQ

15 HUGO Painting

(01308) 422060chamen@aol.com www.thegalleryhugo.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Colourful contemporary paintings with an Art Deco influence. Eclectic mix of abstract and figurative subjects. Works are created in acrylics on deep-edged ready to hang canvases. Commissions welcome.

Directions: directly opposite the Golden Dragon Chinese takeaway on West Street. On foot take the footpath through next to the Old Mill building. 47 is to the left. Parking is accessed via St Swithin’s Road, taking the first right turn.

47 West Street, Bridport DT6 3QW

16 Val Hall – David Tizzard Painting

(01308) 421252Opening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 11am – 5pm

m R 2Portraits, landscapes and seascapes predominantly in oils using a variety of techniques.

Directions: From West Street up Victoria Grove. Osborne Road is 3rd turning on right. No 3 is first bungalow on right.

3 Osborne Road, Bridport DT6 3AN

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17 Bridport Art Society Painting – Drawing – PrintmakingOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Bridport Art Society was formed 53 years ago as Allington Art Club. We now are very much a 21st century group with members in excess of 160. We meet monthly for demonstrations, which are lively and varied. We hold about three exhibitions a year. All work submitted is hung – there is no selection committee! Do come along to our venue in Rax Lane, meet some of our members and see what a friendly informal group we are. We would love to see you! Directions: First right off Barrack Street

St John’s Ambulance Hall, Rax Lane, Bridport,

18 Caroline Page – Jenny Cuthbert Ceramics – Paintings

(01308) 456141 pagenot4turning@talktalk.netOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Caroline's planters and sculptural ceramics for outdoor use are displayed in the garden. In the summer house are Jenny's intimate paintings inspired by gardens, allotments and Dorset landscapes. Directions: From East Street turn into Barrack Street, leading into St. Andrews Road. Continue to Victorian hamstone church on right. Delapre Gardens opposite. By car: A3066 Bridport towards Beaminster. Take first left into St. Andrews Road. Delapre Gardens approx. 100 yards on right.

Stable House, Delapre Gardens, Bridport DT6 1BZ

The Front Room Studio, 110 South Street, Bridport DT6 3NW

19 Julia Hutton MA Royal College of Art Drawings – Multi-media – Artist handmade books

(01308) 425778juliafhutton@yahoo.co.uk www.juliahutton.co.ukOpening times: Sat 10am – 5pm, Sun 11am – 5pm, Mon 10 am – 5pm

m 2Prints, cards and limited edition handmade books for sale. Thresholds of Drawing: Landscape, Objects, Memory. New large-scale charcoal drawing (4’x8’) and prints. Drawing is the primary thread, forming links with painting, printmaking, photography, writing, ceramics and paperform objects. Work is held in UK and overseas collections/RCA archives. Open Fri 27th, 6 – 8pm, Saturdays at other times, or by appointment but please contact for details. Directions: Studio in South Street, south of church opposite Witness Hall.

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West BayExcellent beach, cliff-top walks and working harbour. Renowned restaurants serving superb, fresh seafood in a lovely settings. Sunday car boot sale in car park almost opposite the gallery

Slader’s Yard, West Bay Road, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EL

Directions: From A35 south of Bridport, take West Bay Road to West Bay. Gates to Sladers Yard are first right after George Street.

20 Sladers Yard Voyage Painting – Sculpture – Furniture, Craft by leading designer-makers

(01308) 459511Opening times: Sat 10am–5pm, Sun, Mon 12–5pm m B RPrints, ceramics, textiles and jewellery as well as books and postcards for sale. Commissions welcome. VOYAGE explores the sense of yearning and discovery in the work of five widely acclaimed contemporary artists. SIMON GARDEN's large and luminous oils lead the viewer into emotive dream worlds. ALFRED STOCKHAM’s poetic compositions glow with colour and golden light. STEPHEN JACOBSON’s ultra-real paintings see what is normally missed. DAVID WORTHINGTON’s stone sculptures explore human existence in its micro and macro forms. PETTER SOUTHALL’s distinctive steam-bent furniture includes boat forms. All displayed in a remarkable unspoilt warehouse setting. Craft accessories by leading designer-makers for sale. Award winning licensed café.

Yard Gallery & Cafe, open late Saturday

21 Jill Pryke Pottery

(01308) 421134Opening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 11am – 5pm

m B 2Trees, grasses, leaves, birds – such natural forms inspire soft blue, green or grey glazed decoration on my pots. All are wheel-thrown. I also use calligraphy for commissions on commemorative pieces.Directions: Leaving Bridport on Abbotsbury Road, take third left up Wych Hill, right at top into single track. Park in forecourt of Lane End cottage.

Going East out of Bridport – Bride Valley Area & AbbotsburyThis coast road makes for a stunning drive. Walk up Shipton Hill for the views. Bradstock Farm has old farm machinery on display. Iron Age forts and landmarks are aplenty. The beaches are Enid Blyton territory.

Lane End Cottage, Wych Hill, Bridport DT6 4JJ

22 Jill Newsome / Claudio Muñoz Painting – Drawing / Illustration – Cartoons

(01308) 897725claudiomunoz21@yahoo.co.ukwww.claudiomunoz.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 12.30pm 2 – 6pm m B 2

Books and cards for sale

Jill: Bride Valley landscapes and portraits in oil, watercolour and chalk.

Claudio: Illustrations and cartoons. Internationally published editorial and children's books.

Directions: From the coastal road B3157 at Swyre follow directions for Puncknowle. At the village telephone box turn left into Rectory Lane. Or, from the A35 turn south to Litton Cheney, after the White Horse pub take the left into Rectory Lane. From Burton Bradstock fork left after the garage toward Litton Cheney, past Modbury Farm Shop, ignore the crossing with first direction to Puncknowle, take the next turn right into Rectory Lane towards Puncknowle.

Golly Knapp Farm, Puncknowle DT2 9BT

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AbbotsburySt Catherine's Chapel – spectacular panoramic views of Lyme Bay and Portland. Tropical gardens and Swannery.

The Village Hall, Shipton Gorge

23 John Rabbetts Painting 07505 180396 / 07890 711009 johnrabbetts@googlemail.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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Landscapes and figurative paintings. Beautiful setting, country walks and excellent village pub. Directions: Take A35 out of Bridport towards Dorchester. At end of overtaking lane turn right to Shipton Gorge. Continue through village past The New Inn, down little hill and turn left by playing field, then right at post box. Car park ahead at top.

d'Veitch Art Gallery, 11 Market Street, Abbotsbury DT3 4JR

10a West Street, Abbotsbury DT3 4JT

24 Debbie Veitch Painting (01305) 871983gallery@dveitch.force9.co.uk www.debbieveitch.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 11.30am – 5.30pm

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The vibrant and exciting use of colour in Debbie Veitch paintings are inspired by her surroundings, her passion for the sea and listening to movie/classical music whilst painting. Debbie communicates her own perception of a subject pushing the boundaries from realism to semi-abstract, which she hopes will trigger recognition within the observer. Gallery open Wed – Sunday and Bank Holidays 12 – 5.30. Directions: B3157, d'Veitch Gallery, heart of Abbotsbury Village.

25 Lee Petherick Furniture Contemporary Furniture(01305) 871036lee@leepetherick.co.ukwww.leepetherick.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm

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This year for the first time Lee Petherick will be exhibiting during Bridport Open Studios. Working mainly to commission Lee designs and makes contemporary furniture using solid timber as well as veneers. His pieces reflect his interest in line and form, which results in bold and visually striking sculptural designs. As well as commissioned work Lee also creates a limited amount of speculative pieces which are available to purchase at exhibitions and shows. Visit the workshop and view some of his latest pieces including his dramatic collection of wall-mounted shelving. Directions: West end of Abbotsbury village, on the right coming from Bridport. Opposite small antiques shop.

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Watercoombes, West Milton, Bridport DT6 3SJ

27 Sally Derrick Sculpture

(01308) 485241Sally.derrick@lineone.netOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am 5pm m 2Animals, birds, portrait heads and figures in bronze, bronze resin or fired clay. Some inspired by travel to Africa, some by observing my own back garden. Commissions taken.

Directions: Turn right to West Milton from A3066 Bridport to Beaminster Road. Pass line of cottages on left. As road bends round to right, turn left up small lane. Follow sign into parking area and studio.

Askerswell Workshops, Parsons Lane, Askerswell, Dorchester DT2 9EL.

North East from Bridport – The Eggardon Hill AreaLovely quiet villages nestling in the foothills of the huge, man-made Iron Age Hill Fort: Eggardon Hill with its characteristic ridges. Local pubs serve food and drink.

26 Askerswell Workshops Furniture – Clothes – Textiles

(01308) 485544corrievanrijn@aol.comwww.van-rijn.co.ukalan@alanhussey.comwww.alanhussey.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon 10am – 6pm

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Bridport Open Studios presents an unique opportunity to visit Alan Hussey and Corrie van Rijn in their beautiful workshop and showroom in Askerswell and to talk with them about their work. Corrie’s clothes are individual and unusual. Stunning hand-waxed, block-printed and hand-painted pieces feature in her collection. Her clothes are one-of, timeless. Inspiration comes from travel, colour and nature. Inspired by Nakashima and the Shakers and constructed in the spirit of Gimson and the Barnsleys, Alan’s furniture offers a contemporary and minimalist style in both interior and garden furniture. Directions: From A35 turn off to Askerswell. In the village take lane off square between phone box and notice board. Showroom 100 metres on the left.

Jubilee Cottage, West Milton, Bridport DT6 3SN

Merriott House, Powerstock, Bridport DT6 3SZ

2 Higher Wynford Eagle, Dorchester DT2 0EU

28 Katherine Lloyd Ceramics

(01308) 485649 katherinelloyd@inbox.comOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm m 2Inspired by the Dorset countryside, unique colourful and richly decorated ceramics that capture the transience and delicacy of the natural world. Craftsmanship and experience support Katherine’s ever-evolving style. Commissions welcomed.

Directions: Turn right to West Milton from the A3066 Bridport to Beaminster road. Through West Milton, over bridge, turn right. Follow BOS signs down 1st lane on right.

29 David Risk Kennard Paintings – Sculpture – Monoprints

(01308) 485529 www.riskkennard.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 2 – 6pm R 2Internationally recognised painter showing his recent work of monoprints and sculptures. Bargain offers of unframed watercolours: landscapes, architecture and portraits. Large garden suitable for children.

Directions: Beside the stream in Powerstock village. At bottom of hill go left (Maiden Newton) for 1 mile (through farmyard!) Cottage on right.

30 Jennie Knight Hand-woven Textiles

(01300) 321285 jennie.knight@tiscali.co.uk www.jkoriginals.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 6pm

m B 2An exhibition in a picturesque cottage setting, of hand-woven textiles: shawls, blankets, silk scarves and wall hangings, some using hand-dyed yarns in vibrant colours. Weaving in progress. Commissions and tuition enquiries welcome. Directions: A35 east from Bridport towards Dorchester 5 miles, at Whiteway Cross turn left (West Compton). Left at T-junction, then first right. At bottom of hill go left (Maiden Newton) for 1 mile (through farmyard) – cottage on right.

Wynford EagleDiscover hidden Dorset via a breath taking scenic drive to Wynford Eagle from Bridport via Eggardon Hill. Nestling below the historic Hill – it’s worth the drive to see the view. Wynford Eagle is on the Jubilee trail footpath.

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31 Sue Jenkins – Kay Lewis-Bell Painting – Drawing

(01300) 320059susanjenkins59@msn.com www.suejenkins.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 6pm

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A unique opportunity to enjoy in an idyllic location a collaborative exhibition by artists Sue Jenkins and Kay Lewis-Bell, celebrating colour, abstraction and the figurative form. Relax and enjoy morning coffee, homemade cakes, lunch and afternoon teas on sale in our Garden Café.

Directions: From Bridport take A35 towards Dorchester. After 2.5 miles turn left marked Askerswell and Maiden Newton. Turn right at first junction marked Askerswell and continue for 2.5 miles past Spyway Pub to Eggardon Hill. At top of hill take 2nd right towards Wynford Eagle. Continue for 2.5 miles down into Wynford Eagle. Venue first on right.

8 York Cottages, Wynford Eagle, Nr Maiden Newton DT2 0ES

32 Rachel Hewitt Textiles

(01300) 321022www.rachelhewitt.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 11am-6pm

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Colourful and fun machine embroidery full of lively images that have a sense of humour guaranteed to make you smile. The studio (one amongst many around here) is set in a beautiful location. Prices range from £500 to £1.50. Commissions welcome.Directions: Take the Askerswell/Bridport Road from Maiden Newton. In Wynford Eagle we are situated on the left just passed the Chapel.

2 The Barracks, Wynford Eagle, nr Maiden Newton DT2 0ER

33 Jean R George Paintings

(01308) 488434& Anchor Pub, Salwayash(01308) 488398jeangeorge@tiscali.co.ukwww.bridportopenstudios.co.ukOpening times: Fri 10am – 5pm Sat, Sun, 10am – 5pm

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Recently I have been using sketches made with BRB and Moscow Ballet to create more abstract paintings of dance. This exhibition includes paintings of Scandinavia, the amazing northern light contrasting with the heat and vibrancy of paintings of Cuba. Directions: From Allington roundabout in Bridport take B3162 to Salwayash. 100yds past Anchor Pub, opposite Fir Tree Close, walk 20 yards up the lane to Hunters Vale Cottage

34 Steven Will Ceramics

07905 459922geotropa@yahoo.co.ukwww.ceramics.seabeet.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5 pm

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Hand-made earthenware pinched and coiled sculptural ceramics. Sophisticated, tactile, highly burnished forms created from primitive techniques. Also a small but expanding range of slip-cast bowls, beakers and plates. Directions: Heading out of Bridport on the A3066 Bridport to Beaminster Road, approx. 1½ miles north of Gore Gross roundabout take left hand turn signposted to Oxbridge. Venue is first house on right hand side about ½ mile down the lane.

Going North from Bridport – Stoke Abbott, Beaminster, BroadwindsorStoke Abbott is a picture postcard village. Beaminster is a pretty market town with individual boutiques, an excellent restaurant run by a Masterchef winner, pubs, cafes, local museum and art galleries. Pilsdon Pen hillfort has a viewing station. Lewesdon Hill is the highest point in Dorset: both have outstanding views to the sea.

Hunters Vale, Salway Ash, Bridport DT6 5HX

Camesworth Old Rectory, Oxbridge, Bridport DT6 3TZ.

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36 Stoke Abbott Village Artists and Makers(01308) 868330 Christinecorson612@btinternet.comOpening times: Sat, Mon, 10.30am – 1pm, 2.15 – 5.30pm Sun 11am – 5.30pm

m 2Hilary Sweet-Escott paints with the Askerswell Art Group and will show local landscapes and watercolours. She exhibits regularly.Christine Corson’s paperweights encapsulate flowers dried from wedding bouquets and special anniversaries, or from her garden.Louise Tee makes simple functional jugs and bowls in soft colours, especially blue.Heather Coley is a textile artist creating books, albums, boxes and more from handmade paper, felt, luscious materials and stitching.André Dorrington Ward’s tapestry cushions, large or tiny, and her unique handmade knitwear are all in vibrant and exciting colourways. Directions: From B3162 Bridport-Broadwindsor road, turn at Four Ashes crossroads signed Stoke Abbott. Annandale is 1st house on left by Stoke Abbott sign. Up steep short drive.

Annandale, Stoke Abbott, Bridport DT8 3JU

35 Katkin Tremayne – Paul Moores Ceramics – Paintings

(01308) 488042 - 07794 475401katkintremayne@talktalk.netOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am-4pm

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Influenced by Eastern philosophy, vibrant and full of colour, Katkin’s paintings and drawings explore the energetic realm where soul and nature meet. Wild hares, horses and other creatures bound, swim and fly exuberantly across beautiful handmade stoneware pottery pieces.

Paul is a new emerging artistic force, creating truly spiritual work with its roots deep in the earth. Geometric and stylised images of the land, the animals and the sacred places. Earth pigments and bright bold acrylic paintings. See the beautiful gardens, chickens and inspirational straw bale eco-house. Directions: From Netherbury Square turn left towards Waytown. After 200 yards take first road on right. Up hill for ¼ mile. First drive on left.

Amber House, Hingsdon Lane, Netherbury DT6 5NQ

37 Philomena Harmsworth Painting

(01308) 868333 07740 309607philomena@philomenaharmsworth.comwww.philomenaharmsworth.comOpening times: Sat & Mon only 10am – 12noon 5 – 6.30pm

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I paint stunning West Dorset in oil on canvas; nudes in tactile charcoal or brilliant acrylics, and conceptual pieces of a narrative quality. Private view: coffee Friday 27th 10am – 12 noon. To show respect for diners viewing times are specific.Directions: The New Inn, Stoke Abbott is in the heart of the village. Follow signs from Bridport - Broadwindsor road (B3166) or Beaminster - Broadwindsor road (B3163).

The New Inn, Stoke Abbott, Beaminster DT8 3JW

38 Brian Cocks Painting – Drawing

(01308) 862047Opening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 11am – 6pm

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Paintings and drawings of the Jurassic coast and further afield.

Directions: Opposite Bridge House Hotel a few yards from the square.

18 Prout Bridge, Beaminster DT8 3AY

20 Prout Bridge, Beaminster DT8 3AY

39 Annette de Rohan Painting

(01308) 862533raoulderohan@tiscali.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 6.30pm m B RPaintings in oils and watercolour of a variety of scenes and subjects, local and abroad. I also paint wildlife in action: wild horses, white lions, special birds and fun mammals. I’ve painted portraits of Rafael Nadal and Michael Jackson. I’ll be happy to paint your pets! (Reasonable prices) Children are welcome.

Directions: In Beaminster, directly opposite the charming Bridge House Hotel.

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Fir Tree Farm, Bridport Rd, Broadwindsor DT8 3LA

40 Carolyne Kardia Painting – Sculpture

carolyne@carolynekardia.co.ukwww.carolynekardia.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 2 – 6pm

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'After Rain' Green cloaks, shadows play beneath the vista of orange that is drawn into a current of light. A pivotal purple directs us into a distance. Beyond our gaze the pale yellow, yellow tinged with green, beckons, fleshy pinks opening behind, caught drawn, stream upwards into the glade that mists the surface. Open at other times by appointment.

Directions: From Bridport take B 3162 towards Broadwindsor. 3/4mile before the village turn left up a track.

Going West out of BridportSymondsbury is the village beneath the iconic Colmers Hill with the trees on top. Whitchurch Canonicorum has an historic pilgrimage church. Chideock, home of the anti lorry protesters that made it to the broadsheets! Golden Cap: walk to highest point on the south coast. Charmouth: Jurassic Coast Heritage Centre (free entry) – cafes, shops and world famous fossil-rich beach and landslip scenery.

41 Bronwen Coe Painting – Photography

(01308) 428374 tulips@bronwencoe.co.uk www.bronwencoe.com Opening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10.30am – 6pm

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New departures: semi-abstract paintings exploring origins and mystical qualities of landscape. Recently launched tree biography photographic books. Tree portrait prints. Pretty cottage garden. Directions: Take Broadoak exit from Symondsbury Church and Pottery 500 yads out of village. 2nd of two cottages on right.

42 Symondsbury Pottery Ceramics – Domestic Earthenware

(01308) 421110 07708 598208 Sp01@gotadsl.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 1pm & 2 – 5pm

m 2 Prints and cards for saleWorking studio pottery providing a wide range of domestic earthenware, decorated plates and dishes and more experimental hand-built, mixed clay organic forms. The workshop is in the historic tithe barn courtyard in this beautiful village with its church, school and welcoming pub.

Directions: Take the road west out of Bridport, turn right to Symondsbury following signs to the pottery and follow the road to its end. Turn right then left into Manor Farm Yard.

Grassmere, Broadoak Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HJ

Manor Farmyard, Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HG

43 Annalisa Renee – Duncan Smith Painting – Drawing – Ceramic Sculpture

Linnet Cottage, Chideock, Bridport, DT6 6JQ Annalisa: (01297) 489620 Duncan: 07764 615516annalisarenee@gmail.com www.annalisarenee.co.uk www.duncansmith.com Opening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 11am – 5pm

m R 2 Cards for sale. Annalisa Renee: Lively contemporary paintings in oils and acrylics inspired by the natural world. Detailed watercolour studies of birds. Duncan Smith: Pictorial and abstract paintings of landscape and cityscape painted from observation, geometry and the imagination. All work is for sale. Prices £50-£1000Directions: From Bridport coming into Chideock, pass the George Inn on right, Linnet cottage is 50 metres further on left. Blue gates. Disabled parking in entrance.

Linnet Cottage, Chideock, Bridport DT6 6JQ

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46 Geoff & Jane Townson Painting – Textiles – Cards

7 Hammonds Mead, Charmouth, DT6 6QX07748 752927geofftownson@hotmail.comwww.geofftownson.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 6pm

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Two garden studios with views of cliffs and the sea. Family-friendly. 150 yards from Charmouth Heritage Centre.Geoff: Dorset seascapes and landscapes in oils and acrylics on medium to large canvases (£50 - £600)Jane: Wall hangings in appliqué, patchwork, and rag-rugging. Original jackets, scarves and necklaces in knitting and crochet. Wool, mohair, silk, cotton (£5 - £100). Pastel drawings also available. Directions: Enter Charmouth from bypass. Take Lower Sea Lane by traffic lights. At beach end turn right into Hammonds Mead. Take first left. We are 4th on left. Studio access is down left hand side passage.

7 Hammonds Mead, Charmouth DT6 6QX

45 Nicholas Dyson Furniture

(01297) 489526 nicholasdyson@freeuk.com www.nicholasdyson.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 5pm,

2 Park at Five Bells PubDistinctive modern furniture designed and made to commission. Each piece, in revealing the rich character of timber and demonstrating the stimulation of new forms, achieves something that is unique in appearance and a thoughtful solution to a set of individual needs. Can stay open later by appointment. Directions: From Five Bells in Whitchurch Canonicorum take the Shave Cross road. Up the track alongside first house on right.

Old Hinkhams, Bluntshay Lane, Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bridport DT6 6RJ

44 R Leonard Hollands Painting

(01297) 678140 rlh.ltd@virgin.net www.rleonardhollands.co.ukOpening times: Sat, Sun, Mon, 10am – 6pm m 2 Prints and cards for sale. Striking paintings inspired by Creation and the artist’s love of Nature. Vibrant abstracts, bold landscapes and lifelike wildlife paintings (some of the birds have been used for RSBP cards). Originals from £25 to £1,200. Commissions welcome. Come and browse! Open at other times by appointment only. Directions: The studio is on the main road through Marshwood (B3165) at the northern end of the village.

Yew Tree Cottage Studio, Marshwood, Bridport DT6 5QF

Limited to 1 car only. Public car parks 2 mins walk

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If you would like to take part or advertise in Bridport Open Studios 2011 please contact Philomena Harmsworth T: 07740 309607 email: philomenaharmsworth.com

LIABILITYThe artists and organisers of Bridport Open Studios cannot accept liability for any loss, damage or injury

sustained by any member of the public while visiting any of the venues.If you would like to take part in Bridport Open Studios 2011 please contact Philomena Harmsworth T: 07740 309607 email: philomenaharmsworth.com

IndexKate Adler.....................................................13Askerswell Workshops...................................26Jo Barnes ........................................................7Paul Blow.........................................................4Bridport Art Society.......................................17David Brooke..................................................2Brian Cocks...................................................38Bronwen Coe................................................41Heather Coley..............................................36Christine Corson...........................................36Jenny Cuthbert............................................18Sally Davies...................................................10Annette de Rohan.......................................39Sally Derrick...................................................27André Dorrington Ward...............................36Ian Dunn........................................................12Nicholas Dyson.............................................45Simon Garden...............................................20Jean R George.............................................33Kit Glaisyer.......................................................1Charles Hallsworth..........................................8Philomena Harmsworth................................37Nick Harding................................................ 14Val Hall...........................................................16Rachel Hewitt................................................32R Leonard Hollands......................................44Suzanna Hubbard...........................................4HUGO.............................................................15Alan Hussey...................................................26Julia Hutton...................................................19Caroline Ireland..............................................2Marion Irons...................................................13Stephen Jacobson........................................20Sue Jenkins....................................................31Brian Johnson..................................................3Carolyne Kardia...........................................40

Jennie Knight.................................................30Andrew Leppard...........................................5Kay Lewis-Bell................................................31Katherine Lloyd.............................................28Sally Miles......................................................13Paul Moores..................................................35Claudio Muñoz.............................................22Jill Newsome.................................................22Caroline Page..............................................18Lee Petherick................................................25Jill Pryke..........................................................21John Rabbetts..............................................23Annalisa Renee............................................43Paul Richmond...............................................9David Risk Kennard.......................................29Naomi Singer.................................................13Sladers Yard.................................................20Duncan Smith................................................43Petter Southall...............................................20Alfred Stockham...........................................20Stoke Abbott Village Artists.........................36Studio 14.......................................................13Hilary Sweet-Escott......................................36Symondsbury Pottery...................................42Marion Taylor................................................11Louise Tee......................................................36David Tizzard.................................................16Geoff Townson..............................................46Jane Townson...............................................46Katkin Tremayne...........................................35Corrie van Rijn...............................................26Debbie Veitch...............................................24Steven Will......................................................34Sue Wooton...................................................13David Worthington........................................20Jan Zajac.........................................................6

CREDITS:Supporters: Dorset County Council, Bridport Town Council, Bridport Arts & Crafts, Huck Nets, Pineapple Business Park, Marshwood Vale Magazine.Front cover image: Ian Dunn.Brochure printed by Footeprints of Bridport.The team: Caroline Ireland, Sally Davies, Annalisa Renee, Jaki Rabbetts,Thanks to: Jan Zajac, David Brooke, Jemma Thompson, Paul Blow, Miles Bell, Val Hall, Charles Hallsworth and Joanna Barnes.

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