Daily prompt; Gray It's one of those grey moods that start at 5am when the cat wakes you up to be let out, he won't be distracted by stroking or petting, he wants to go out! So you get up, it's still dark and then you note it's 5am. On entering the kitchen you discover …
Working like mad for Open Studios!
It's now only 14 days to go until our Open Studio Event! eek. All the artists at Digswell Arts have been beavering away making new work for this event- to celebrate 60 years of Digswell Arts. We also need to tidy up a bit as The Mayor is coming to officially open it! I have …
The best place on Earth
They say home is where the heart is and I love to be near my family, there is however a place where my heart lingers every time I visit. The Cornish coast line is stunning and the landscape compelling. One day maybe when my ashes return to the Earth https://wheresmybackpack.com/2017/04/21/travel-theme-earth/
Opaque ? peeling away the layers in the landscape.
As an artist inspired by the landscape I am especially interested in capturing images that are often overlooked because they are hidden by a veil of overwhelming information that is beyond the vision and comprehension of the human eye. The landscape is overwhelming for me and my way of honing in on the detail is …
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Wordless Wednesday
Surprise : weekly photo challenge
.........so spring isn't really a surprise, it's a yearly event, even so why do I feel that flutter of excitement when the first lime buds break through the seemingly dormant dried twigs of every hedgerow. When the first glimmer of lush shoots push through the dead leaves?Surprise
In love with the land scape
Security- photo challenge
I love the sea and to watch the tide ebb and flow, see the waves crashing against the rocks, watch as the storm approaches churning the waves, contemplate the tranquil ripples of a calm swell. I do however have a hidden fear of the waves reaching beyond the safety of the ancient cliffs and man …
Digswell Arts 60th Anniversary
The Digswell Arts Trust was founded in 1957 by Henry Morris, the revolutionary educationalist, and inaugurated by Lady Mountbatten on 29th May 1959. Morris was a great enthusiast for the arts, and had been appointed to the Ministry of Town and Country Planning to advise on the cultural and leisure arrangements in the recently designated …
Permindar Kaur Black and Blue | New Art Projects
Digswell Arts Alumni Permindar Kaur to exhibit at New Art Projects Permindar Kaur Black and Blue Thu 04 May 2017 - Sat 01 Jul 2017 New Art Projects, London http://newartprojects.com/events/permindar-kaur/ Source: Permindar Kaur Black and Blue | New Art Projects
Spring has sprung! ‘On the Cusp’
Hurrah! Spring has sprung and everything is busting out all over in the garden at a gallop. Everyone around me is joyful as this new season exudes its lime green shoots and tempting buds and blossoms waiting to reveal their luscious colour! Peeking at last years images of my garden - I can't wait! The wisteria is …
60th Anniversary Open Studios – DIGSWELL ARTS
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Dense-weekly photo challenge.
Panoramic photos creating distorted images of the landscape, the inspiration for my mixed media work. Is it a question of how we each perceive the landscape and infact everything we experience everyday? Dense
The Forge Open Studios 2017- 60th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Press Release 60th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION The Forge Open Studios 2017 6th & 7th May 11am - 4 pm Digswell Arts, a thriving artists’ community based in the heart of Digswell on the site of the old forge, is opening its doors to the public for its 60th Anniversary Showcase which will include work by studio …
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[549] Green is my favourite colour creative project / Most appreciated – Art Limited
Source: [549] Green is my favourite colour creative project / Most appreciated - Art Limited As my work is inspired by landscape it's no surprise that my favourite colour is green and hues of. The Art Limited site is a great place to showcase your work, This project is one I have created called 'Green …
March – Inspirations and latest works in progress
This has been a productive period with lots of inspiration. A recent visit to Suffolk with great spring weather sparked the new work. Local walks also revealed some great finds to inspire these latest mixed media works-in-progress. Group crits at the studios at Digswell were also really useful with lots of feedback and ideas for moving …
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Playing with paint – taster sessions in mixed media
This year I have set myself some new challenges, and as part of Open Studios this year at The Forge Digswell there will be short taster sessions available in my own studio, a chance to play with paint and mixed media using my materials and techniques. Aimed at people who believe that they cannot paint or draw- …
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Work in progress February 2017
At last I have been able to return to the studio after a prolonged Christmas break...life gets in the way sometimes and although much of it is pleasurable there comes a time when I yearn to be back in my retreat at The Forge and creating again. I have re visited some canvasses and started …
Hertford Art Trail 2017
Hertford Art Trail 2017 7th April – 7th May 2017, various venues Hertford Town Council has announced details of Hertford Arts Festival 2017. The festival runs from Friday 7th April to Sunday 7th May with the opportunity for local artists and businesses to sign up to take part in the festival’s annual Hertford Art Trail. Last year, …
Announcing a new Upcoming Workshop in Print and Stitch– with Sally Tyrie – @DIGSWELL ARTS
Announcing a new Upcoming Workshop in Print and Stitch The Forge Studios at Digswell near Welwyn will be the venue for a brand new two day Workshop in Print and Stitch. This workshop will be led by Sally Tyrie, whose own work incorporates many of the methods that will be covered on this 2 day course. …
New Fellows @ The Forge, Digswell Arts
2016 has been a great year for The Forge with three artists taking up studios here. Anton joins us from The Farmhouse Studios. Dave Nelson and Toby are new fellows to Digswell Arts. View their profiles via the links below: http://digswellarts.org/current-artists/anton-psak/ https://digswellarts.org/dave-nelson/ https://digswellarts.org/toby-lattimore/ Please follow Digswell Arts to receive updates and events for 2017! Digswell Arts : …
Caryl Beach | Artwork | Saatchi Art
View Caryl Beach’s Artwork on Saatchi Art. Find art for sale at great prices from artists including Paintings, Photography, Sculpture, and Prints by Top Emerging Artists like Caryl Beach. Source: Caryl Beach | Artwork | Saatchi Art
Spring 2017 Programme of Print Workshops at Digswell Arts – DIGSWELL ARTS
Digswell Arts are pleased to announce the new Spring 2017 Programme for specialised Print Workshops to be held at the Forge Studios. The programme will include a brand new 2 day course focusing on … Source: Spring 2017 Programme of Print Workshops at Digswell Arts – DIGSWELL ARTS
Gallery of artist artworks – Art Limited
See my Galleries on Art Limited showing my mono print work, photography and mixed media. A critiqued web site where you can showcase your work! Visit me on Sunday November 20th 11am-4pm at Digswell Arts, The Forge Digswell AL6 OBU A Festive occasion with Artists from the Forge exhibiting their work, refreshments available - proceeds …
Hertford Town showcasing local artists
Two Art shows are launching this week in Hertford. Hertford Art Society have their 19th Members Art Show at the Cowbridge Hall. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Visit: http://www.hertfordartsociety.co.uk three of my mixed media works are on show there for the three days. Courtyard Arts are celebrating their 20 th Anniversary with a Members Show throughout …

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