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Keeley Chapman – Solo Show | 1st-25th September 2022 EXTENDED UNTIL SATURDAY 8th OCTOBER

ceramics by Keeley Chapman

A solo show by ceramicist Keeley Chapman

‘Wife, mother and artist creating interpretative sculpture by harnessing the raw elements of nature: earth, fire, air and water. Beautifully unique and decorative pieces forged in the ancient art of raku.

Keeley evokes fragility in her art and uses materials which have been weathered naturally. Often this involves firing clay at lower temperatures and using glazes which, over time, can react to their environment. This natural decay hints at the circle of life: from the earth, of the earth, and back to the earth.’

Visit the exhibition every Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm. Join us for the Open Evening Friday 9th September 6-8pm.

Join Keeley on Saturday 17th September for a demonstration and ‘have a go day’.

ceramics by Keeley Chapman
ceramics by Keeley Chapman
ceramics by Keeley Chapman
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Norfolk Open Studios | 24th September – 8th October 2022

norfolk open studios 2022

designermakers21 will be taking part in Norfolk Open Studios this Autumn, we look forward to welcoming you to the studios!

The studios and galleries will be open as usual every Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm, as well as two additional Sunday openings on the 25th September and 2nd October. Members will be working in their studios, and available to answer questions about the processes involved in their work.

Our rolling Showcase Exhibition will be on display upstairs in the main building, and we will be hosting a FREE ‘Have a go Day’ on Saturday 24th September, where members will be demonstrating and offering mini workshop sessions. Check the website and social media for more details over the coming months.

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Elephant in the Room – an exhibition by designermakers21 and friends @ Diss Corn Hall | 2nd – 29th July

Wooden Horn with Pyrography detail by David Whatley

‘Elephant in the Room’- DM21 on tour.

In this eclectic exhibition members and friends interpret the expression “Elephant in the Room” in a variety of craft disciplines and perspectives.

The exhibition will be on display in the Lower Gallery at The Corn Hall in Diss, and open Monday-Saturday between 10am and 4pm.

Wooden Horn with Pyrography detail by David Whatley
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Jewellery Launch – Solo Housing in partnership with Pivot | Friday 27th May 4-6pm @ designermakers21

Solo Housing Jewellery Launch poster
Solo Housing Jewellery Launch poster
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SAORI III, An exhibition showcasing work by East Anglian SAORI Weavers | 9th – 30th June 2022

SAORI exhibition 9th - 30th June 2022

The third SAORI weaving exhibition at designermakers21 showcasing works by East Anglian SAORI weavers. 

This exhibition shows new work by local SAORI weavers and also works created by the SAORI explorers groups. These have been monthly meetings via zoom and in the studio focusing on varied techniques each month. These groups have enabled weavers from further afield to meet up with other SAORI weavers, learn together and inspire each other.

Visit the exhibition from the 9th – 30th June in the Upstairs Gallery at designermakers21. Open Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm

SAORI exhibition 9th - 30th June 2022
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Showcase Exhibition | May – July 2022

Susie Bruce ceramic tile
'Under the Duvet' Porcelain Tile by Susie Bruce

The next Showcase will run throughout February, March and April. We are excited to welcome three local artists to the showcase exhibition space, which is located on the first floor at designermakers21. Exhibiting work will be Fehmi Gokes, Susie Bruce and Jo McGregor.

Visit the exhibition from the 5th May during our opening hours Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.

Fehmi Gokes – Mosaic Art Mosaic pictures, mirrors, tables and interior/exterior features made using a variety of materials such as ceramic, glass and wood.

Susie Bruce – Ceramics Hand-built narrative Porcelain tiles.

Jo McGregor – Mixed Media A selection of mixed media pieces, prints and printed textiles.

Handmade framed mosaic
‘Rise’ Handmade Mosaic by Fehmi Gokes
Susie Bruce ceramic tile
‘Under the Duvet’ Porcelain Tile by Susie Bruce
Jo Mcgregor mixed media
‘Vines’ Collagraph by Jo McGregor
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‘As sick as a Dog/Parrot’ – An exhibition by Molly Jackson & Jay Potrykus | 31st march – 23rd April 2022

as sick as a dog/parrot exhibition poster 31st march to 23rd April 2022 at designermakers21, Diss

An exhibition by Molly Jackson & Jay Potrykus

‘Illness can be a cord that connects us to animals, of a length which keeps us at an appropriate distance‘

Upstairs Gallery at designermakers21

Thursday 31st March – Saturday 23rd April

Open Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm

as sick as a dog/parrot exhibition poster 31st march to 23rd April 2022 at designermakers21, Diss
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Arts & Crafts Workshops for introductions to creative skills to ease anxieties post COVID 19

flyer for free craft workshops for people suffering with anxieties post covid 19
flyer for free craft workshops for people suffering with anxieties post covid 19
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Art Workshops with Birks Holden | Fox Wood Forest School

art workshop at Fox Wood forest school, Roydon
Art Workshops at Fox Wood Forest School

First Saturday of the month from 6th May 2023, 10am-1pm

Relaxed, friendly, fully tutored class

Fox Wood Forest School, Brewers Green, Roydon, IP22 5SD (parking available on site)

Adults/Children, individual 3hr session £25 per person

Two Children £45, Three Children £60 (participating parent/carer £5)

Materials and refreshments included

To book and for further information please contact Clare by text on 07870813643 or email clarebirksholden@gmail.com

art workshop at Fox Wood forest school, Roydon
Art Workshops at Fox Wood Forest School
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Showcase Exhibition | February – April 2022

showcase February to April 2022

The next Showcase will run throughout February, March and April. We are excited to welcome three local artists to the showcase exhibition space, which is located on the first floor at designermakers21. Exhibiting work will be Keeley Chapman, Gemma Hill and Becky Whatley.

Visit the exhibition from the 3rd February during our opening hours Thursday to Saturday 10am-5pm.

Keeley Chapman – Ceramic Sculpture

Handmade clay sculptures, finished using a range of firing techniques including raku, saggar and smoke firing.

Gemma Hill – Photography

Gemma’s photographs often draw inspiration from nature, her dog and horse, and the local countryside. Framed and unframed prints available.

Becky Whatley – Pyrography Painting & Needle Felting

Images from the wild places of the local area, including fens and woodland. The pictures combine oil painting and pyrography, to emphasize the drawing. Needle felted animals in hand dyed colours, will also feature in this exhibition.

original photograph by Gemma Hill
‘A Dear Friend’, Photography on Rag Pearl Paper – Gemma Hill
saggar fired ceramic pot by Keeley Chapman
‘Ammonites Moon Jar’, saggar fired ceramic – Keeley Chapman
Oil and Pyrography on Birch Ply – Becky Whatley