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This celebration of local and regional produce will showcase the quality food and drink offering available from this charming coffee shop and delicatessen located in the heart of the historic village of Douglas. Participants will enjoy afternoon teas (by prior arrangement only), tasting sessions and be able to indulge in a selection of artisan spirits and cocktails in the comfort of our licensed premises. Visitors will also be able to visit the Open Studio of our neighbour, Carol Taylor, whose work will be hung in The Scrib Tree for the duration of the Festival and throughout October. ..
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Clay flower bouquet - Create a cluster of colourful and ever cheery flowers made from paper clay. A light coloured and lightweight clay perfect for embellishing with design and pattern using coloured slips and oxides.Home baking, teas and coffees supplied...
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Hand build a marbled clay dish.Using a blend of coloured clays to make a large dish,or platter, creating your own, one of a kind marbled clay earthenware dish.Home baking, teas and coffees supplied...
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I am looking forward to welcoming you into my stained-glass workshop in its prime location just off the High Street. I will have several items to showcase in foil, lead- and metalwork. As always, I am happy to demonstrate and explain different techniques. Along with the beautiful and colourful glass, you will be able to see the other materials, tools and chemicals I work with. This time of year, I change over my stock and will be selling end of line items at significantly reduced prices. Make sure you grab a few bargains while enjoying some non-alcoholic mulled wine. ..
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Christine carves deeply into glass, porcelain and Optical Crystal, using both a sandblaster and a hand engraver. She works mostly to Commission – for celebrations, birthdays, weddings etc. She Creates lamps with her own hand made porcelain bowls, etching deeply to allow the subtle light to come through. Veronica specialises in people/animal portraits and landscapes in oil, pastel and acrylic. Many of her landscapes are of the local area. She often uses her 8 grandchildren as models for her figurative work and her own/friends photos for her lively animal paintings. Her studio is in New Lanark… but on the trail will be sharing Woodend Studio, 61 Waterloo Road, Lanark. ML11 7QW with Christine. ..
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A wide selection of original paintings, drawings, etchings and prints from a variety of different artists all beautifully and professionally framed. ..
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Moira and Carlo look forward to seeing new and old friends at their studio in their home in Roberton.They will have on display their latest work, most of which will be for sale.Moira's "one-off" pieces of silver jewellery which reflect her love of shape and texture within nature and the environment, along with Carlo's drawings and paintings - both abstract and figurative - in a range of media.They will be happy to chat to you about work in progress which will give an insight into the different techniques and practices used. For further information please contact: 07926628156..
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My artworks are inspired by the views and nature of everyday life. I'm very influenced by the en plein air experience. Nothing beats painting outdoors in the elements. Currently living in the Scottish Borders; previously lived in the Western Isles and in Greece, which has given me a rich depth of visual templates. I work in various mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolour and pastel. My studio is situated in part of Hillhouse Art Gallery; which is a converted Church, in the beautiful village of Broughton...
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Patricia is delighted to welcome Karen Kelly Rag Rug Artist to display with her. Come and see how two textile artists use fabric in entirely different ways. Patricia uses free motion machine embroidery to ‘draw’ her pictures. She sews stories of daily life and architectural gems through fabric, fibres and stitch. Her commissions celebrate people’s unique life stories and special places. Karen’s bold and colourful rag rugs represent her desire to make pieces that are both beautiful and sustainable. Her commitment to the recycling of fabrics means that each piece is unique. Come and discover what we do. Artwork for sale. 07818055068..
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Felted pictures using wet & dry technique. I love wildlife, in particular puffins which I first saw in Shetland and I love to create the feeling of movement in flight or stillness as I capture the wee beauties. I have felted for many years and work as a glove puppeteer, so bringing to life, a picture is what I like doing. They have been exhibited in galleries and if you want to just turn up to see them you would be very welcome. Roberton is a bunny wee place with a lovely walk up the back...
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Elly produces textile art and crafts, specialising in freestyle machine embroidery. She Incorporates new and vintage fabrics, layered with detailed stitching to produce pictures and items inspired by the natural world...
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Colin Semple is based at the Old School where he designs and makes unique furniture and smaller gift items using locally sourced hardwoods. Lesley Johnson is a landscape artist working in various mediums. Inspired by the Borders hills and the stunning Scottish coastline, her work often includes white crofts, seed heads, beaches and gorgeous colours. Both will have a range of work on display along with some work in progress and are very happy to discuss commissions...
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Liz and Paul produce a range of individual ceramic wall art pieces, some combined with beautiful polished/waxed wood backgrounds. Liz is working on a variety of pots and garden wall art which again are inspired by the stunning local area. Paul produces a range of bespoke modern and traditional footstools which can be purchased or made to order using customers own fabric. All work on display available to purchase or commission. Tel: 01899 221093 Chyvean51@googlemail.com..
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This exhibition showcases a range of 19th century and 20th century fashions from the museum’s costume collection. It explores the evolution of fashion in the past two centuries in an historical, social and cultural context. ..
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Japanese Stab Bound notebooks Bookbinding is a great skill that appeals to everyone and can be transferred to many other crafts! In this workshop, learn how to make your own set of beautiful three notelets using simple traditional book binding tools and techniques. All materials provided. Suitable for beginners, no previous experience needed. Suitable for age 14 years & over. ..
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Japanese Stab Bound notebooks Bookbinding is a great skill that appeals to everyone and can be transferred to many other crafts! In this workshop, learn how to make your own set of beautiful three notelets using simple traditional book binding tools and techniques. All materials provided. Suitable for beginners, no previous experience needed. Suitable for age 14 years & over. ..
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A variety of works in mixed media produced by members of the Art Group demonstrating their differing artistic styles. ..
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"In the Wild Garden" is the theme the Biggar Botanical Art Group are presenting from their collections of paintings, drawings, and coloured pencil pictures, all for sale, at the Open Studio at Kirk Burn Gallery in Symington. During the extended weekend various local artists will be attending and there will be plenty of opportunities throughout the open period for visitors to enjoy taking part in informal short drawing and painting demos, to learn about various techniques in Botanical Art.Car parking is available and the gallery is two minutes from the bus stop. Open from 11am until 3.30pm...
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Exhibition of photographs by members of Biggar Camera Club...
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This is an all-day great family occassion, with all the fun of the fair! Enjoy the Food & Craft Fair with afternoon teas, and find a welcome in shops, bars and restaurants. Visit the Gasworks Museum and get a tour from a Victorian guide. Take a break and rest your feet at the free Open Mike Concert. For children, there is a wide range of events from Puppet Shows to the popular Story Trail - "The Biggar Little Giants". Look out for our Free Street Entertainment for all the family to enjoy!..
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A warm welcome awaits you in my studio & gallery situated beside the Scrib Tree Coffee Shop in Douglas. I have many new Oil & Acrylic paintings based on Scottish landscape, seascapes and the seasons: Giclee prints inspired by old dried flower specimens from the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh; drawings & beach combing assemblages. I have a beautiful colourful collection of jewellery from local jeweller Maggie Lord of Scaramanda. A variety of bargain frames & from my husband's company Caledonia Fine Arts. As well as this special BLF event, I am open throughout the year Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm. www.castaylor.com Facebook @ Caroltaylorartiststudio Instagram caroltaylorartist ..
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A contemporary art auction offering work by local and national artists including paintings, ceramics, glass, sculpture and jewellery. Many pieces without reserves. An enjoyable evening with a difference. Welcome drink and canapes (by AtlanticOrganic in the Whitmuir Restaurant) included in the price. ..
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A contemporary art exhibition to celebrate the Biggar Little Festival showcasing work by Christopher Nugent, Christina Woodrow, Jenny Handley, Claire Blyth, Juliette Scott, David Holmes, Jo Verity, Sheena Spacey, Becca Macdonald and many more. Wine Reception both afternoons of 26th & 27th to celebrate OPEN STUDIOS.. We look forward to welcoming you...
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Liz Steele at Drakelaw Pottery welcomes visitors to her pop-up showroom on the outskirts of Crawfordjohn. Liz makes a range of decorative and functional stoneware that is oven, microwave and dishwasher proof and good enough to use every day. Each unique piece is hand thrown and decorated with impressed motifs, which are then coloured with slip to enhance the patterns. The range of pots include many sizes of bowls, mugs, jugs, serving dishes and more. Try making and decorating a small pot for yourself whilst enjoying refreshments and home baking. Everyone welcome. Sorry, no disabled access.Tel:07904438696..
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Earthware Pottery welcomes you to visit the studio and browse a selection of thrown and hand built earthenware pottery, produced by Viv Newton. The display will include tableware, platters, bowls and cups as well as ornamental and seasonal pieces and all of the pottery will be for sale. Alongside the open studio event, I will be running pottery workshops on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October where you can learn to make your own clay piece. Enjoy a cuppa and home baking as you browse. ☕ ..
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A warm welcome awaits you at the Mansefield Home Studio of Eileen where you can view original oil, acrylic and pastel paintings. Also on display will be a variety of other crafts including her popular mini albums and painted stones. All art and craft work for sale. Come and browse and chat a while. ..
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A photography exhibition celebrating the partnerships of twenty local couples who have a combined married life of over five hundred years. Enduring Love shares their stories of falling in love and staying in love through thick and thin...
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Patricia West Textile Artist is having a Pop Up Shop at the amazing quilting emporium Biggar Stitches during Biggar Day Out. Come and see her demonstrate free motion machine embroidery, find out how the sewing magic happens and maybe have a go yourself. There will be commission information, art work, prints and cards for sale as well as information about upcoming workshops. Patricia is always happy to chat about anything sewing, embroidery and stitch related. There will be sweet treats because it makes everyone a better sewist. FREE – DROP IN ..
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Come and join Patricia West Textile Artist at her free motion machine embroidery workshop in Biggar Stitches. Suitable for everyone, you will learn how to use a sewing machine to ‘draw’ a picture which can be framed or incorporated into future sewing projects. You’ll have time to practice and experiment before diving into designing and making your final picture to take home. Lots of tea/coffee and biscuits will help the creative stitching flow. All equipment, materials and sewing machine provided. Please bring lunch. Places limited to 4. Tickets from Patricia on 07818055068 or www.patriciawesttextileartsist.co.uk ..
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Have you already mastered the basics of free motion machine embroidery? Or perhaps you have already attended one of Patricia’s workshops at Biggar Stitches. Then this is the perfect workshop to develop your skills further by making a tea light lantern. You will have practice time before you get down to designing and stitching your lantern. Before you head home you will construct your lantern, ready to illuminate with the tea light provided. Lots of tea/coffee and biscuits will help make a successful sewing project. All materials, equipment and sewing machine provided. Please bring lunch. Places limited to 4 Tickets from Patricia on 07818055068 email: patriciatextileartist@gmail.com or www.patriciawesttextileartist.co.uk..
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Come and meet in the forest for a family friendly event exploring the Japanese art of flower and leaf printing. Hapa Zome uses a hammering technique to imprint the pigment of the leaves or flowers onto cloth. We will choose materials from the natural autumnal pallet and create designs to be mounted on cards or cotton bags to take home at the end of the session.We will then gather by the fire to have herbal fruit tea’s and croissants to round up our time in the forest...
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Jacqui enjoys experimenting with water based media including printmaking. She finds inspiration in natural forms and landscapes locally, the west coast and further afield. She is influenced by Winifred Nicholson, Joan Eardley and Barbara Robertson. Neil is an anarchist, mathematician, gambler and artist who is interested in how movement, energy, colour and form combine to produce beauty. He likes to produce larger works to enhance their visual impact and passionately believes in affordable art-for-all. Abstract Expressionism in Biggar! ..
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We look forward to welcoming you all to our Janefield studios to see a wide range of our new work featuring landscapes, townscapes and our personal quirky insights into the world around us. Paintings, collages and hand made prints will be on show and for sale. We are happy to discuss our practice and you may perhaps have the opportunity to create a little piece of art of your own to take away too. Our speciality dairy- free chocolate fudge will be on offer once again. ..
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Exhibition of work from fine art to fractured and everything in between by the members of the group. ..
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Award-winning children’s author and illustrator Morag Hood joins Atkinson-Pryce in Biggar Library for story-telling and an illustration workshop. Join us for an afternoon of fun. Her favourite things to draw are eyebrows! Tickets Available through Atkinson-Pryce Books and Biggar Library..
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This workshop led by Susheila at her studio at Rachan, introduces participants to direct or indirect method mosaic making (participants choose). Simple designs look stunning when made in glass or ceramic mosaic.Includes all materials, teas, coffees and home baking.Suitable for age 16 years and over.Places limited. Please contact Susheila on 01899 830443 or 07760 202003 or susheila@rachan.co.uk to book your place...
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An exhibition of new original oil paintings inspired by the beautiful local landscape of Douglas and Angus Estate. Carol is a former lecturer & graduate of Edinburgh College of Art and the Royal College of Art, London. Her painting Studio & Gallery is adjacent to the Scrib Tree and is also open during the BLF Open Studios Trail, where you can browse through a variety of her recent artwork. The Scrib Tree offers a relaxed atmosphere where you can view the exhibition while enjoying a dining experience from breakfast through lunch and on Friday evenings, a “Supper Club”. Their “Local Larder”, event celebrates our local and regional produce showcasing the quality food and drink offering available from this charming..
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Come along and view the beautiful collection of Scotland inspired Sea and Landscapes on display at Pamela's home studio.As a professional artist and decorator her portfolios vary from furniture decoration at Kew Palace, to painting curtain backdrop designs at London's Coliseum Opera House.The artist also exhibits her paintings locally and in galleries around the UK, and works in a variety of medium and textures to create atmosphere in her work. Artwork is available to buy, from small block canvases to large framed paintings. Tel: 07932 696601.Come along for a browse over a cuppa! Vegan snacks available...
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Following the success of last year’s Pencil Drawing Workshops, Kay is arranging a number of 3hr workshops suitable for all ages and abilities. This is your chance to come along and learn, or refresh, your pencil drawing skills in her fun and informal studio. Advance booking is essential as spaces are limited. Call Kay Booton on 07814258495 or e-mail sabhalmorarts@gmail.com Follow on Facebook or Instagram. Just search for Sabhal Mor Arts. Workshop dates and timesSunday 20 October 1.30pm to 4.30pm Wenesday 23 October Morning workshop 9.30am to 12.30pm Afternoon workshop 1.30pm to 4.30pm Places limited to 4 per workshop. Please book early to avoid disappointment...
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Following the success of last year’s Pencil Drawing Workshops, Kay is arranging a number of 3hr workshops suitable for all ages and abilities. This is your chance to come along and learn, or refresh, your pencil drawing skills in her fun and informal studio. Advance booking is essential as spaces are limited. Call Kay Booton on 07814258495 or e-mail sabhalmorarts@gmail.com Follow on Facebook or Instagram. Just search for Sabhal Mor Arts. Workshop dates and timesSunday 20 October 1.30pm to 4.30pm Wenesday 23 October Morning workshop 9.30am to 12.30pm Afternoon workshop 1.30pm to 4.30pm Places limited to 4 per workshop. Please book early to avoid disappointment...
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Following the success of last year’s Pencil Drawing Workshops, Kay is arranging a number of 3hr workshops suitable for all ages and abilities. This is your chance to come along and learn, or refresh, your pencil drawing skills in her fun and informal studio. Advance booking is essential as spaces are limited. Call Kay Booton on 07814258495 or e-mail sabhalmorarts@gmail.com Follow on Facebook or Instagram. Just search for Sabhal Mor Arts. Workshop dates and timesSunday 20 October 1.30pm to 4.30pm Wenesday 23 October Morning workshop 9.30am to 12.30pm Afternoon workshop 1.30pm to 4.30pm Places limited to 4 per workshop. Please book early to avoid disappointment...
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Kay and Glyn Booton are excited to be opening their studio again this year. Lots has been happening with plenty of fun and experimenting along the way. All of this has resulted in a whole body of new work, to share with you, based on The World That Surrounds Us, as seen by an artist and a photographer.As always, you will have the opportunity to chat to Kay and Glyn about their work as well as receiving a friendly welcome with tea, coffee and home baking. Tel: 07814258495 for more information..
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Our surrounding landscape with far-reaching views and rapidly changing weather and skies make this a visually exciting place in which to live and paint. I work in oil, acrylic and mixed media to find a relationship with colour and form, tending towards the abstract. I have exhibited widely (including the RSA) and studied with Robin Child, and my work is influenced by artists such as Diebenkorn, Kline, De Staal and Joan Eardley...
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"Felt like a spa day for my brain!" Stone carving is engaging, fun, challenging and therapeutic ! This one day workshop introduces participants to stone carving techniques using hand tools. The workshop is held in a warm, well equipped studio near Broughton. No experience necessary.Suitable for age 16 plus. Price includes all materials, teas, coffees and home baking. Places limited, please contact Susheila on 01899 830443/07760 202003 or susheila@rachan.co.uk to book...
