Arts and Crafts

The Black Dog of Wells studio workshop is situated in the heart of the beautiful City of Wells, Somerset. We create and market a unique range of intricate handcrafted bas relief tiles in natural terracotta which are full of detail and texture. These wall tiles are designed by prominent artist/designer Philippa Threlfall, who for many years has been making decorative tiles and ceramic murals which can be seen all over the country. For further information please go to http://www.blackdogofwells.co.uk

Somerset Art Weeks is a celebration of the work of around 400 artists, in over 100 venues across the county. The event provides the opportunity for artists and makers, who are eager to get out of their studios and workshops, to explore new ways of working together, often around a particular theme or in response to a particular environment, and present their work in different and sometimes unexpected ways and places.

Venues range from heritage sites, such as Hestercombe Garden at Taunton and Muchelney Abbey near Langport, to the Tithe Barn at Cotley near Chard and the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton. Of course, there will also be many exhibitions and events take place in public locations, in Village Halls, cafes, hotels, galleries etc.

A wide range of media is represented from 3D materials, such as ceramics, textiles, wood, stone, metal and glass, to 2D media such as painting, drawing, photography, digital technology, as well as installations and live/performance art. There is, certainly, something for everybody to see, touch, take part in, have a go or simply watch and enjoy. And, it is all free!

For further information please visit www.somersetartworks.org.uk