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After an eighteen-year career in music artist management, Andrew spent a further decade working alongside the creator of Bob the Builder, producing and monetising animated children’s television projects. This chapter of his career taught him the importance of capturing an…

To revel in colour, the portrayal of light, the illusion of three dimensions on a two-dimensional plane; for me these are some of life’s greatest joys, and challenges. Frustration and Therapy rolled into one. Always grateful for the ability to…

I cannot remember a time when I didn’t scribble – words, drawings, pictures. I took extra art classes at school and have painted on and off ever since. I spent much time over the years visiting galleries and learning about…

Having painted for the greater part of my life,I have drawn inspiration from the beautiful places I have lived and worked. When young I tutored several art classes in Devon before moving on and continuing my working life in Europe.…

My art journey is a bit of a stop-start affair. at the grand age of 9, I won an art prize at school. As you can imagine, I was highly delighted and thought that I had made it in my…

A graduate of the Arts University Bournemouth (BA Fine Art – First Class Honours) Clare works from a studio in Abbotsbury. In 2025 she exhibited in exhibitions at The Sherborne Arts Centre, at Durlston Castle, Swanage, and had work selected…

I spent my working life as a teacher in South West London. Art and especially ceramics have always been important to me. Alongside teaching and bringing up my family I studied for an HNC and HND in Ceramics at Richmond…

I began working with clay in 2022, exploring both hand-building and throwing on the wheel. Two trips to Sicily to learn and develop my wheel-throwing skills were particularly inspiring, opening my eyes to the possibilities of pottery as a creative…

I am a contemporary mixed-media artist based in Dorset, United Kingdom, with over 25 years of experience working in the visual arts space. I spent much of my childhood surfing on the coasts of South Africa, developing an enduring connection…

Debbie Elsmore, Mosaic and Textile Artist I am a mixed-media artist inspired by colour, texture, nature and the unexpected beauty of materials. My work moves between mosaic and felt-making, where I enjoy bringing together contrasting elements to create pieces that…

I am a painter and printmaker based in Upwey where I continue to develop various aspects of my work. I enjoy the dance between abstraction and realism which can be developed in so many different ways. I regularly attend lifedrawing…

Colin is a professional artist who works mainly in oils. His work is predominantly about light and atmosphere often incorporating big skies. Colin enjoys working outside directly in front of the subject and will often use these paintings as a…

ve spent most of my working life in the creative industries, including many years lecturing in CGI and animation. Since retiring from lecturing, I’ve discovered a real love for working with clay, particularly sculpting. What started as simply trying something…

My work is based on gathering the ever-changing colours, textures and atmosphere of the beautiful landscape. ‍ I get a lot of joy from walking with my dog here in rural Dorset. It’s my solace and makes me feel exhilarated…

Colin’s recycled ceramic mosaics explore a diverse range of designs and ideas, transforming recycled ceramics into unique pieces created for interiors.

I draw, paint and use collage. Fabric and stitch have always been my preferred medium.

Originally trained in ceramics I began working with woven wire to make a sculpture for my own garden. Inspired by wildlife and an interest in garden design I now create pieces ranging in size from tiny wrens to giant seed…

Cliff Towler is a contemporary British wildlife artist and landscape painter, based in Dorset, South West England. Born in Poole, in 1957, he is highly regarded for his vibrant, realistic, and detailed depictions of British wildlife—especially coastal birds—and scenic landscapes.…

I am a Dorset artist with a passion for painting the sea and surrounding countryside. Living so close to the coast I have the opportunity to study water in its many moods. I paint mainly with Acrylics which are perfect…

I was taught to draw accurately at Bournemouth College of Art in the early 60s , studying on an NDD course. My love of drawing and reproducing what I see in front of me is still a driving force. Teaching…

Dianne started painting again about 12 years ago after moving to Dorset. She worked on a women’s journal for several years and then retrained as a garden designer in west London. Colour texture shape and form have always been integral…