News from the studio: Exhibitions, FREE jurassic workshops and more!


News from the studio, March 2026

It's time to get your roar on...

Or maybe you're in the mood for a craft session? Or fancy browsing art whilst enjoying the view? We've got it all going on this Spring at Umborne Bridge so read on for all the good stuff.

Half day crafting workshops suitable for everyone - why not learn a new skill and have fun with us?

Our fabulous guest tutor Alison Bowskill has spaces on two of her upcoming workshops, so if you've ever fancied making something out of driftwood (SO much fun) or would like to rustle up a beautiful Easter wreath for your door, then these are for you.

Find out more and book in here

Now about that roaring...

We're delighted to share details of a set of FREE workshops that we're running in collaboration with iconic local venue, Seaton Tramway/Jurassic Discovery. Thanks to a successful lottery bid, these four workshops and the community exhibition that will follow are free to all and you can book in to as many as you like here

So what's it all about?

Well, we're going to be exploring the River Axe, from where it joins our little River Coly all the way down to the sea. With two workshops at Jurassic Discovery with seating, under cover, and two workshops out and about, we (Alex and Anna) will be on hand to support and guide participants to make artwork about the river, the wildlife, and best of all - we'll supply all the kit. So with coloured pencils, paint and all the paper on hand, all you have to do is make a picture.

What happens next?

Our community exhibition will begin May Bank Holiday weekend and will be displayed in the main hall at Seaton Tramway where anyone can visit. We're looking forward to seeing loads of artwork and we're really excited about how many people are going to get involved - why not join us?

Exhibition time...

Anna has been over the border (to Dorset) and delivered a selection of artwork to the gorgeous Sou' Sou' West Gallery at Symondsbury, at the foot of the iconic Colmer's Hill. From 5th-18th March the 'Selected' exhibition will be open with free entry and 14 local artists displaying a range of work.

As well as the art gallery, there's a coffee shop/restaurant, incredible views, the fabled Hollow Ways nearby to explore and it's only half an hour from the studio - perfect.

To find Sou' Sou' West click here

That's about it for this brief update but we'll be in touch with more exhibition news before Easter - and in the meantime, if you'd like to get in touch, just send us a message!

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