DORSET ART WEEKS 2018 (26 MAY

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171. The Courtyard Workshop and Gallery

SIMON PIRIE, RUTH DRESMAN, GEORGINA FERMER

The Courtyard Gallery and Workshops is the stunning, rural location of renowned furniture maker

Simon Thomas Pirie. This year, Simon is thrilled to be joined by two very distinguished artists: glass-

maker Ruth Dresman and abstract painter Georgina Fermer, who bring a vivid splash of colour to this

vibrant exhibition. The busy workshop will be open for visitors to see the makers in action and to chat

to the team as they create more heirlooms of the future.

Simon Pirie:

Simon’s sculptural furniture showcases the beauty and versatility of natural timber. He is

exhibiting a collection of his classic designs alongside new pieces including tables, chairs, display

cabinets and a few surprises!

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Ruth Dresman:

This glass has been both liquid and solid, blown and carved in the process of its

creation. Simple forms frame the flowing images brought to life by light and colour.

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Georgina Fermer:

Georgina’s training at Hornsey College Of Art in the ‘60s laid the basis for a life in

painting. Her inspiration comes from the visual impact of emotionally moving places or events, certain

motifs (landscape, buildings, water, light) that have arisen repeatedly over years, expressed in abstract

forms.

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The Courtyard Workshop and Gallery, Rogers Hill Farm, Briantspuddle, DT2 7HJ

01929 471900 / 07802 895939 /

Directions:

From the A35, 2 miles west of Bere Regis, follow

signs for Briantspuddle. Keep following the DAW venue

signs onto Rogers Hill Farm.

Access:

All ground floor. Gravel

courtyard. Ramp to entrance with small threshold.

10am - 5pm