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SUMMARY:Heritage Crafts Open Day at Grandey's Place
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of the UK’s finest crafters\, makers and artists this summer at Grandey’s Place Heritage & Craft Centre Summer Open Day. \nAll are welcome to Grandey’s Place Summer Open Day – a free event taking place at the beautifully appointed studios and workshops located between the picturesque village of Much Hadham and the market town of Bishop’s Stortford. See some of the UK’s finest master craftspeople and artists – including many QEST Scholars – at work\, and gain an insight into British craftsmanship. \nGrandey’s Place was founded in 2019 to help sustain the UK’s heritage crafts by providing affordable workspaces for talented craftspeople. Now it’s home to a vibrant community of artists and makers specialising in areas such as stained glass making & restoration\, letter carving\, ceramics\, mosaics\, leatherwork\, orchestral stringed instrument repair\, millinery\, traditional upholstery\, corsetry\, horology and more. \nThis is a non-ticketed event\, however\, if you are coming by car\, please book a free parking spot in advance here. To ensure that as many people as possible can visit\, Grandey’s Place are running three heritage craft sessions\, with car parking slots available at 10.00-12.00\, 12.30-14.30 and finally 15.00-17.00 (Grandey’s Place closes at 17.15). Please select one slot only – from experience\, 2 hours is just right to visit Grandey’s Place and some “buffer time” has been built in before and after slots to enable you to arrive and leave at your own pace. Walkers and cyclists can just turn up any time – no need to book a thing! There will be light refreshments available for purchase on site during your visit.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/heritage-crafts-open-day-at-grandeys-place/
LOCATION:Grandey’s Place\, Warren Park\, Much Hadham\, Hertfordshire\, SG10 6JD
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230623T120000
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SUMMARY:Cockpit Open Studios (Bloomsbury)
DESCRIPTION:Twice a year Cockpit opens their doors to the public\, for the opportunity to meet some of the world’s most celebrated craftspeople in their studios. Surrounded by their tools\, materials and work-in-progress\, this is a rare glimpse behind the scenes and a chance to hear first-hand about their inspiration\, process and the often meandering journeys they’ve been on to get here. Open Studios is also an opportunity to buy pieces of exceptional craftsmanship direct from the hands that made them. \nCockpit welcomes some 20 new makers each year\, so even returning visitors are certain to discover someone new. Their programme of funded studio placements means they are home to some of the most exciting emerging young makers\, who you can discover before the rest of the world does! \nWorking across a range of materials and techniques\, the makers cover everything from millinery to jewellery\, and fine art ceramics to sustainable woven textiles. \n\nNB: Summer Open Studios is held at Bloomsbury only this year\, due to ongoing building work at Deptford which will be unveiled at the grand opening in September. A number of Deptford makers also be guest exhibitors at the Bloomsbury event. \n\nNumbers are strictly limited\, so book your tickets early to avoid disappointment. 
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/cockpit-open-studios-bloomsbury/
LOCATION:Cockpit (Holborn)\, Cockpit Yard\, Northington St\,\, London\, WC1N2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230211
DTSTAMP:20230127T133322Z
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SUMMARY:Craftmakers in Residence
DESCRIPTION:QEST and Cockpit makers will take over the Design Avenue of the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour this week to demonstrate a wide variety of crafts. \nVisit the Design Centre to see Flo Hamer turning greenwood bowls on her pole lathe alongside letter carver Wayne Hart working on two stone spheres\, a small boulder and a plaque. Meanwhile Hannah Griffiths will be working on a new mosaic in her Bird Plate series and Rosanna Bishop will be working on her latex lampshades\, new acrylic paintings\, and painting leather garments and furniture.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/craftmakers-in-residence/
LOCATION:Design Centre Chelsea Harbour\, Lots Rd\, Fulham\, London\, SW10 0XE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220919
DTSTAMP:20220628T103344Z
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SUMMARY:Crouch End Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Crouch End Open Studios is a celebration of Crouch End’s vibrant art scene\, offering the opportunity to meet and talk to local artists\, browse and buy direct from them. Featured artists include QEST Scholar Helen Brough. \nEstablished in 2004\, this much loved event attracts thousands of visitors every year. The artists involved in the open studios work in a range of media: original ceramics\, drawing\, glass\, mixed-media\, painting\, photography\, print and sculpture. The event involves both established and emerging artists producing work to a high standard. \nDuring the open studios\, a group exhibition is held in Hornsey Library\, exhibiting all the 2022 artists in one place. This group exhibition\, normally only held for one weekend will be on instead for 2 weeks\, in the large gallery space on the first floor of the newly refurbished library. \nContinuing on from last years success\, artists will facilitate a number of community lead workshops during the build up to the open studio weekend. Artists conversations\, which were very well received in 2021 will also continue for 2022\, whereby participating artists share more about their practice.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/crouch-end-open-studios/
LOCATION:Hornsey Library\, Haringey Park\, London N8 9JA
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220827T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220828T170000
DTSTAMP:20220816T135350Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios at Marchmont Studios
DESCRIPTION:Marchmont Studios are pleased to announce their second ‘Open Studios’ weekend for 2022: Saturday 27 to Sunday 28 August. \nResident and visiting artists – including QEST Howdens Scholar and printmaker Theadora Ballantyne-Way – will introduce themselves and showcase their work. \nThere will also be a ‘Makers Market’ featuring a variety of local makers selling their work and food and drink stalls. QEST will also have a display\, joined by QEST Johnnie Walker Scholar\, Scholar Ambassador and ceramicist Frances Priest\, so do come say hello. \nEntry is free but tickets should be booked in advanced here\, and you are asked to consider making a voluntary donation of £3 per visitor to Marchmont Makers Foundation to support artist residencies and local community projects. \nCar parking is available 250m away. \nOn the same day\, why note join one of Marchmont’s outdoor sculpture tours – read more here. \nMarchmont House is an imposing ‘Grade A’ listed Palladian mansion built in 1750 and contains some of the finest Georgian and Arts & Crafts interiors in Scotland.  The goal is now to bring the house alive as ‘a home to Makers and Creators’\, celebrating innovation\, creativity and entrepreneurship. The house and grounds are only open to the public for a limited number of days each year\, for tours and special events.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-marchmont-studios/
LOCATION:Marchmont Studios\, Marchmont Estate\, Greenlaw\, Duns\, TD10 6YL
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220621
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SUMMARY:Cockpit Summer Festival & Open Studios - Deptford
DESCRIPTION:Cockpit is home to some of the most exciting makers in the world. Spanning every kind of craft\, the Cockpit makers are united by their extraordinary skill and imagination. \nWith free entry\, Cockpit Summer Festival and Open Studios is a chance to experience craft\, meet with makers in their studios and buy their products direct – and enjoy a great day out. \nGo behind the scenes and into the workshops of leading makers and discover the secrets behind extraordinary work. Be the first in line for new products and one-off pieces and buy direct from makers in their studios where original pieces are created. From homewares\, gifts and textiles\, to jewellery\, fashion and accessories\, there is so much to discover at Cockpit at a price point to suit all budgets. \nExperience the joy of making\, with workshops\, demonstrations\, masterclasses and free family workshops over the two weekends. Bring your future makers along and make a day of it. Plus more Summer Festival fun\, music\, good food and fine company. \nDon’t miss out on the third and final chance to acquire a mystery postcard-sized artwork in the popular\, sell-out Secret Postcard Sale. Over 100 original artworks with a Summer Festival theme\, handmade by Cockpit makers in ceramics\, textiles\, leather\, glass or print. \nIn the run-up to the events\, book onto an exciting talks programme introducing our makers\, their inspirations and processes.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/83575/
LOCATION:Cockpit (Deptford)\, 18-22 Creekside\,\, London\, SE8 3DZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fair,Open Studio
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220613
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SUMMARY:Cockpit Summer Festival & Open Studios - Bloomsbury
DESCRIPTION:Cockpit is home to some of the most exciting makers in the world. Spanning every kind of craft\, the Cockpit makers are united by their extraordinary skill and imagination. \nWith free entry\, Cockpit Summer Festival and Open Studios is a chance to experience craft\, meet with makers in their studios and buy their products direct – and enjoy a great day out. \nGo behind the scenes and into the workshops of leading makers and discover the secrets behind extraordinary work. Be the first in line for new products and one-off pieces and buy direct from makers in their studios where original pieces are created. From homewares\, gifts and textiles\, to jewellery\, fashion and accessories\, there is so much to discover at Cockpit at a price point to suit all budgets. \nExperience the joy of making\, with workshops\, demonstrations\, masterclasses and free family workshops over the two weekends. Bring your future makers along and make a day of it. Plus more Summer Festival fun\, music\, good food and fine company. \nDon’t miss out on the third and final chance to acquire a mystery postcard-sized artwork in the popular\, sell-out Secret Postcard Sale. Over 100 original artworks with a Summer Festival theme\, handmade by Cockpit makers in ceramics\, textiles\, leather\, glass or print.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/cockpit-summer-festival-open-studios/
LOCATION:Cockpit (Holborn)\, Cockpit Yard\, Northington St\,\, London\, WC1N2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fair,Open Studio
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211209T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211209T213000
DTSTAMP:20211018T082743Z
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SUMMARY:Estate of the Arts Winter Fair
DESCRIPTION:Late night Thursday markets in line with North Street’s late night shopping and winter events\, featuring work local makers and creatives including QEST Johnnie Walker Scholar and printmaker Jemma Gunning. \nIn and around our arts estate the studios doors are open\, plus: \n✦ 25+ local makers stalls \n✦ Live Acts \n✦ Refreshments & Hot Beverages
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/estate-of-the-arts-winter-fair-2/
LOCATION:Estate of the Arts\, South Liberty Lane\, Bedminster\, Bristol\, BS3 2SG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fair,Open Studio
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211202T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211202T213000
DTSTAMP:20211018T082711Z
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SUMMARY:Estate of the Arts Winter Fair
DESCRIPTION:Late night Thursday markets in line with North Street’s late night shopping and winter events\, featuring work local makers and creatives including QEST Johnnie Walker Scholar and printmaker Jemma Gunning. \nIn and around our arts estate the studios doors are open\, plus: \n✦ 25+ local makers stalls \n✦ Live Acts \n✦ Refreshments & Hot Beverages
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/estate-of-the-arts-winter-fair/
LOCATION:Estate of the Arts\, South Liberty Lane\, Bedminster\, Bristol\, BS3 2SG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fair,Open Studio
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211018
DTSTAMP:20210917T140305Z
CREATED:20210917T140305Z
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SUMMARY:Atelier 21 Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Atelier 21 is an art studio for traditional printmaking and photographic processes\, run by four artists including QEST Howdens Scholar Theadora Ballantyne-Way. They offer services to artists\, including private tuition\, editioning\, photopolymer plate making and studio hire. They are opening our doors for an Open Studio weekend – go and visit to see the artists at work\, have a chat and a look round. There will be an exhibition of prints for sale and everyone is welcome! \n15 October – Friday late night\, 6-9pm \n16&17 October\, 11-6pm
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/atelier-21-open-studio/
LOCATION:Atelier 21\, Unit 5\, Decco Building 8 Vale Lane\, Bedminster\, Bristol\, BBS3 5RU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211011
DTSTAMP:20210806T132057Z
CREATED:20210806T131741Z
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SUMMARY:QEST Craft Trail at London Craft Week
DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of our London Craft Week event last year\, QEST has joined with more Royal Warrant-holding companies in the St James’s area to host a craft trail celebrating their shared passion for British craftsmanship. Look out for the gold QEST logo and find QEST Scholar works displayed in windows and in store. \nClick here for a list of all participating scholars and venues\, and a trail map.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/qest-craft-trail-at-london-craft-week/
LOCATION:St James’s\, London\, St James's\, London\, SW1
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210827T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210827T150000
DTSTAMP:20210803T151314Z
CREATED:20210803T151314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T151314Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studio: Laura Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Laura Thomas\, woven textile artist\, maker and educator is opening her studio for a couple of days this summer. There will be a small range of work on display available to buy\, plus you can see Laura weaving on her 24 shaft AVL loom. You can also see the space where Laura plans to deliver small weave workshops this autumn. Laura is based next door to the renowned Ewenny Pottery\, the oldest working pottery in Wales\, so you can visit them at the same time.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/open-studio-laura-thomas-2/
LOCATION:The Studio Workshop\, Adjacent to Ewenny Pottery\, Ewenny Road\, Ewenny\,\, Bridgend\, CF35 3AP
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210807T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210807T150000
DTSTAMP:20210803T151227Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studio: Laura Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Laura Thomas\, woven textile artist\, maker and educator is opening her studio for a couple of days this summer. There will be a small range of work on display available to buy\, plus you can see Laura weaving on her 24 shaft AVL loom. You can also see the space where Laura plans to deliver small weave workshops this autumn. Laura is based next door to the renowned Ewenny Pottery\, the oldest working pottery in Wales\, so you can visit them at the same time.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/open-studio-laura-thomas/
LOCATION:The Studio Workshop\, Adjacent to Ewenny Pottery\, Ewenny Road\, Ewenny\,\, Bridgend\, CF35 3AP
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210806T150000
DTSTAMP:20210803T151503Z
CREATED:20210803T151344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T151503Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studio: Laura Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Laura Thomas\, woven textile artist\, maker and educator is opening her studio for a couple of days this summer. There will be a small range of work on display available to buy\, plus you can see Laura weaving on her 24 shaft AVL loom. You can also see the space where Laura plans to deliver small weave workshops this autumn. Laura is based next door to the renowned Ewenny Pottery\, the oldest working pottery in Wales\, so you can visit them at the same time.
URL:https://www.qest.org.uk/event/open-studio-laura-thomas-3/
LOCATION:The Studio Workshop\, Adjacent to Ewenny Pottery\, Ewenny Road\, Ewenny\,\, Bridgend\, CF35 3AP
CATEGORIES:Open Studio
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