Open Studios 2011

Open Studios 2011 is an action packed visual arts project now in its 23^rd year.  It runs alongside the renowned Newbury Spring Festival and the two events resonate to provide wonderful cultural experiences in May.

The Directory of Artists (http://www.open-studios.org.uk/2011/directories/artistsDirectory.php) is central to Open Studios and can be used all the year round.  It gives a clear outline of the range of opportunities which will enable you to find out more about contemporary art, craft and design. Use the Directory to find your way to artists’ studios, exhibitions, workshops and arts events in West Berkshire, North Hampshire, Reading and the borders of Oxfordshire and Wiltshire.

All of the artists are represented in Open Studios flagship exhibition INSIGHT 2011 at New Greenham Arts where it is possible to purchase a work of art.

Other exhibitions include a small group of artists, painters and potters at Sir Terence Conran’s Benchmark and the annual exhibition at Arlington Arts called Received Wisdom, where there is also a sculpture trail.  The West Berkshire Hospital hosts both a significant exhibition and workshops for patients in the Charles Clore Day Therapy unit.  At the Corn Exchange, Newbury, a group of artists have been inspired by ground breaking dance and music performances and present a show which reflects their responses.

For more information please visit www.open-studies.org.uk