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FARRS OPEN DAY
This event is an in person event.SUNDAY 26 MAY 2pm - 5pm
Farrs, Whitcombe Road, Beaminster DT8 3NB
International furniture maker John Makepeace and horticulturalist Jenny Makepeace invite you to their inspirational historic house and garden, which has featured in many publications and on Gardeners’ World. John will be talking about his international furniture commissions as well as an exciting house currently being built in Guernsey.
The house has many examples of John’s acclaimed furniture, including prototype chairs from previous commissions, and a selection of contemporary artworks by internationally acclaimed artists and makers. There are four areas of the garden which include Jenny’s colourful potager, cleft oak fruit cage, glasshouse and straw bale constructed retreat. This adjoins John’s magnificent grass gardens, rolling lawns, sculptures and topiary. Visitors are requested to remove their shoes when entering the house.
You are welcome to spend time drawing in the grounds, please bring your own equipment, although we will have pencils and postcards available. You may bring a picnic - to be eaten outside only!
Sunday 26 May, 2pm - 5pm
TALKS - 2.30pm and 4pm
ENTRY £10, children £5
In aid of Dorset Visual Arts Charity
THE GROUND BENEATH OUR FEET
This event is an in person event.FRIDAY 31 MAY
Top Floor Studio, The Old Timber Yard, West Bay, West Bay Road, Bridport DT6 4EL
To launch its new GroundWork Network, the gallery dedicated to the environment, based in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, is visiting Amanda Wallwork’s studio for DAW this year. During summer 2023, Amanda was in residence at the gallery and this exhibition brings together works made by fellow artists in response to the residency theme: The Ground Beneath Our Feet. Linking to the theme of Extraction, Art on the Edge of the Abyss, launched in 2021 in Montana, United States, stimulating a growing community of artists, ecologists and geologists to consider how we respond to the ways in which we exploit and nurture the earth’s resources.
ART & ENVIRONMENT DISCUSSION
FRIDAY 31 MAY - for details of this and other events exploring the theme see gallery website groundworkgallery.com/events/groundwork-network-launching-at-dorset-art-week
Exhibition Open:
Friday 31 May - Sunday 2 June and Friday 7 - Sun 9 June 11am - 4pm
Other times by arrangement
www.amandawallwork.com
email - [email protected]
BEGINNINGS - Heather Gibbons and Robin Mackenzie
This event is an in person event.FRIDAY 31 MAY, 2pm
Belvedere, Durlston Castle, Swanage BH19 2JL
Heather Gibbons and Robin Mackenzie discuss their individual approaches. Join artist Heather Gibbons and printmaker Robin Mackenzie to discuss how they approach their work at the outset. Led by Durlston Ranger, Ali Tuckey, the two artists will demonstrate their techniques and how they respond to their shared love of the Purbeck landscape.
£5 per person
bookable through Durlston
01929 424443
PUBLIC ART BY DAVID WORTHINGTON
This event is an in person event.WEDNESDAY 29 MAY
The Ballroom at The Bull Hotel, 34 East St, Bridport DT6 3LF
Public Art is a contentious subject. It is the most visible art form and therefore is an easy target. But how do they come to appear in our public spaces?
This lecture tracks the development of public art over the last century and looks at various examples to see why some are loved and others loathed.
David also explains the process of procurement from the initial commissioning to the production and installation.
Drawing from his own experience and using case studies, he takes the audience through this process and tries to show why we are all richer with the presence of art in our public spaces.
50 minute lecture followed by Q&A
Time: 7pm - 8pm: 50 minute lecture followed by Q&A
Cost: £10 / tickets purchased through eventbrite (search: David Worthington)
[email protected]
SCULPTURE & LANDSCAPE BY DAVID WORTHINGTON
This event is an in person event.WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE
The Ballroom at The Bull Hotel, 34 East St, Bridport DT6 3LF
Starting in pre-history and ending today, this lecture looks at how sculpture has been positioned in the landscape and why in the 20th Century landscape itself became a medium for sculpture. It is quite hard to find evidence of a sculpture placed in the middle of nowhere, as it was an urban phenomena. But examples of tombs and mausoleums do exist in remote spots. However, as the countryside was made safe from bandits and lawlessness and tourism began, sculpture was positioned in more lonely spots. David examines why and how the land itself has and continues to inspire sculptors.
50 minute lecture followed by Q&A
Time: 7pm - 8pm : 50 minute lecture followed by Q&A
Cost: £10 / tickets purchased through eventbrite (search: David Worthington)
[email protected] / 07973835441
OPEN AIR MUSIC - played on Hammer Dulcimer linked to paintings
This event is an in person event.MONDAY 27 MAY
25 Kings Road, Dorchester DT1 1NH
Damian Clarke - Venue 148
Damian Clarke will be playing music and songs played on the unusual and beautiful Hammer Dulcimer linking into some of his paintings. Soundscapes and songs plus explanations of the development of each place and an introduction to the history and playing of the dulcimer.
Monday 27 May
3pm - 4pm FREE entry with a hat.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE THROUGH ART
This event is an in person event.FRIDAY 31 MAY
Dower House Open Studios, Winterborne Houghton, Blandford DT11 0PG
Six Dorset artists join forces during Dorset Art Weeks to support the Nepalese charity, Right4Children.
On Friday May 31st The Dower House Studios, nestled in a serene North Dorset valley, will be transformed into the setting for a special evening celebration and fundraiser in support of the Nepalese children's charity, Right4Children. www.right4children.org
The evening, which is being held during Dorset Art Weeks (DAW - Venue 230) will offer its guests an intoxicating blend of art, philanthropy, feasting and enlightenment. Organised by six Dorset artists who share a passion for making a difference through art, the evening will kick off with an exclusive drinks reception and viewing of the Dower House Studios DAW exhibition. An eclectic selection of paintings, printmaking, sculpture, photography, and ceramics will be on display and a percentage of the proceeds from all sales on the night will go to Right4Children to help the charity fund its vital efforts helping children in Nepal.
"We are thrilled to host this special celebration in support of the invaluable work of Right4Children in Nepal," said Jane Shaw, the owner of the Studios, whose dynamic animal sculptures are beloved by collectors and art lovers alike. "Through the power of art and community, we hope to make a positive impact on the lives of marginalized children and contribute to their brighter future" she continued.
Following cocktails, guests will participate in a thought-provoking lecture by Sarah Thomas. Based in Dorset, the well-known art historian, and educator will give a talk on "Great Artists Steal: Reference, Deference, and Deviation," delving into the influence of artistic inspiration and the transformative power of creativity.
Guests will then be treated to a celebratory candle- lit dinner where they will have the opportunity to meet the founders of the charity and talk to the Dower House Studios artists.
Tickets for this exclusive event are priced at £45.00, with 100% of proceeds being donated to Right4Children.
Friday 31st May, 6:30pm -10.30pm
To book, please email Emily Shaw - [email protected]
DEFASHION DORSET
This event is an in person event.FRIDAY 24 & SATURDAY 25 MAY
Hawkers Farm, Hawkers Lane, Stour Provost, Gillingham SP8 5LZ
Hawkers Farm, Stour Provost, is hosting the second year of this annual event. Defashion Dorset is an opportunity to celebrate local fibre growers and makers and a local clothing culture.
We buy locally grown food to support farmers so why don’t we consider buying locally grown clothing? According to Climate Words, “To ‘Defashion’ is to combat the fashion industry’s role in the climate crisis and transition to regenerative and fair clothing systems.” We will be welcoming some fabulous exhibitors including: Woolcraft with Wensleydale, BlueBarn.Life, Henry's Buttons, Made by Jules, Townhill Studio, Laura Basevi and Marina Skua to name just a few.
Workshops will teach methods of enhancing, embellishing and mending clothing as well as making skills, wet felting, Dorset button making and more!
Friday or Saturday Day ticket
Adults = £5
2-day ticket = £7
Children Free
Contact: Jennifer Morisetti - 07801 240103
Email: [email protected]
07801 240103
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