Discover the craft of bespoke shoemaking. Shoemakers Fay and Thomas Murphy of Sussex footwear brand Chapter 2 open their workshop to share a world of beautifully hand-crafted shoes. Discover how they are really made, watch the shoemaker in action and try your hand at shoemaking. And, should you be tempted, discuss the creation of your […]
Ceramics in the Garden. A beautiful collection of ceramic work made by the studio tutors and technicians plus invited artists, all in celebration of the garden. All works are for sale in the price range £50 to £250. Plenty of on-street parking. 40 Summerdown Road, Eastbourne BN20 8DR. FREE
A seafront exhibition of animals in art. An exhibition of animals in art, featuring prints, ceramics and textiles by artists including Sarah Young. Atelier Beside the Sea is a specialist print and craft gallery, shop and workspace located in three former fisherman’s arches directly on Brighton beach. 165 Kings Road Arches, Brighton BN1 1NB. FREE
Open daily 14-22 June. Except Sunday 15 JuneSee this maker of joy-filled mobiles at work Mason's mobile sculptures explore themes of balance, lightness and, he hopes, a sense of joy. He is interested in forms that fill a space, but with little volume, and that have a spare, restrained aesthetic. His limited palette reflects these concerns. […]
The bowl as a practical object and a work of art. Founded by Wendy March in 2024, Worthing’s ‘delightfully unique’ Chintz and Wood is fast making a name for its excellent eye for the best in sustainable and handcrafted homeware. Discover stylish pieces made using local wood, vintage textiles and natural dyes, by the likes […]
The A-lister's cow painter opens up his studio. Visit John Marshall the (original and best) cow painter in his impressive studio, where he’ll be showing paintings, drawings and prints. Collected by the likes of Madonna and The Chemical Brothers, even the Hollywood A-list has heard of the man whose strength of technique and consistently evolving […]
See a range of works including woodworking, mixed media paintings, prints, enamelled metal and jewellery. (Note studio open Friday, Saturday, Sunday during Craft Week) Based at the famous Turner Dumbrell Workshops, Laurence is a multi-disciplinary artist who breathes new life into reclaimed materials, particularly wood, by using eco-friendly finishes and creating her own natural dyes. […]
PETWORTH: Visit two of the UK's top textile artists and see working looms Open by appointment 12 - 4 pm every day | BOOK A VISIT throughout Sussex Craft WeekOpen day on Saturday 21 June, 11am - 3pm This is an exclusive opportunity to meet two of the UK’s finest contemporary textile artists, Artist Weaver […]
Net making, knot tying, natural dyeing, block printing and basketmaking. Meet expert artisans specialising in heritage crafts, hear their stories, and try your hand at skills passed down through generations. Net making and knot tying: Hastings, home to one of Britain’s oldest fishing ports, has a seafaring history that stretches back to Viking times. Local […]
Curious House runs short courses at The Bell in Ticehurst. They create a welcoming environment for those who want to explore their creativity in small supportive groups. Here you are free to build confidence in your skills, with people often arriving as strangers and leaving as friends. Join the popular Bloomsbury Revisited decorative painter Jane McCall […]
A centuries-old font of artistic inspiration, this show from Arundel Contemporary showcases recent interpretations of the British landscape. Expect excellent work by Lucy Marks, Malcolm Ashman and Andy Waite, to name just a few.
Curious House runs short courses at The Bell in Ticehurst. They create a welcoming environment for those who want to explore their creativity in small supportive groups. Here you are free to build confidence in your skills, with people often arriving as strangers and leaving as friends. Join collagist Sally Hunter to learn all about using […]
