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Explore the textiles on display in both the Corn Hall and designermakers21. Come and join us to try your hand at a range of surface processes and watch artists at work! Demonstrations of Surface Textiles processes with visiting artists: Batik … Continued
Showcasing new work by SAORI hand weavers. Works include hangings, wearable pieces and yarns. Open from the 7th September, Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.
The Nettle Dress Film Wednesday 13th September 10am and 7pm @ The Cornhall, Diss This beautifully constructed documentary sensitively tracks the journey of textile artist Allan Brown who spent seven years making a dress by hand using only the fibre … Continued
In collaboration with designermakers21, this year’s exhibition will feature a selection of textile artists who utilise the surface of textiles to showcase their practice, encompassing a myriad of processes including: batik, natural dye, agri-textiles, fabric manipulation, embroidery and collage. The … Continued
Our third open exhibition, Summer expo ’23 features the work of over 60 artists, working across many disciplines. The show is a celebration of local talent and creativity. Open until 26th August, Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.
The next Showcase will run throughout August, September and October. We are excited to welcome three local artists to the showcase exhibition space, which is located on the first floor at designermakers21. A collection of ceramics by Ania Moszczenska, pargetted … Continued
Artist Becky Whatley is leading a Life Drawing workshop at designermakers21 on Tuesday 29th August 10am-1pm. The workshop is £20 per person, including refreshments. Participants will need to bring their own drawing materials/equipment. Becky is generously donating all proceeds to … Continued
We are inviting submissions to the third Summer Open Exhibition, to be held in the Gallery Upstairs from the 3rd to 26th August. Submissions are on a first come first served basis, and limited to one piece per artist. To … Continued
Join artist Keeley Chapman and make a unique tile using natural forms pressed into clay and cast in plaster. Pop into designermakers21 to book your place!
Come along to ceramics in Action on Saturday 8th July, an immersive day celebrating all things clay! Six potters will be demonstrating their skills, and offering ‘Have a Go’ sessions throughout the day (11am-4pm). Watch demonstrations of the Pinch Pot … Continued