Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage

 

Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage

Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage has established itself as one of the friendliest festivals on the Yorkshire coast — a must-see weekend in the regional arts calendar.

Step inside a village like no other as the doors of cottages are thrown open, transforming Staithes into a trail of pop-up art galleries showcasing painting, print, ceramics, textiles, sculpture, photography and more.

Alongside the open studios, enjoy a programme celebrating Staithes’ rich history and heritage, including walks, talks, photographs and film shows.

Location: Staithes — 11 miles north of Whitby (TS13 5BH)
Contact:  info@staithesfestival.com.

North York Moors, Scarborough Borough Council and Welcome to Yorkshire
Photo: Duncan Lomax

Photo: Duncan Lomax

Staithes Festival Artists Beginning with S

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Carole Ramsden Silver

Initially studying at Winchester, and then Derby Schools of Art, I obtained a degree in sculpture and 3D design. Twenty five years ago I moved to Yorkshire, training further in jewellery making. I now work from my small home studio in rural North Yorkshire producing one of a kind items of jewellery and limited ranges. I employ both traditional and self taught metalsmithing skills using precious metals, enamel and gemstones. I often incorporate bits and pieces I've found and collected for their texture, form or significance.

Venue: Bethel Chapel, The Old Chapel, High Street, Staithes, North Yorkshire TS13 5BQ

Medium: Jewellery artist

Alison Spaven

Alison is an award winning animal artist, who works principally in the medium of wool. Her works capture the spirit and essence of their subject and their semi-sculptural nature, created with a single felting needle, gives them a textural dynamism and vitality unusual in framed wall art. Each piece is professionally framed behind clarity glass, preserving the integrity of the natural beauty of the wool. A founder member of York Textile Artists, Alison has exhibited widely and her work can be found in the collections of art lovers across the globe.

Venue: The Old Chapel, High St, Staithes TS13 5BQ

Medium: Needle felted wool

Andrew G Storrie

Andrew’s paintings celebrate a distinctive way of life populated by shepherds, sheep and sheepdogs. His landscapes feature unspoiled villages at the heart of the gently rolling Wolds where Andrew now lives. Beautifully quiet watercolours, usually in the softest shades, which in an unhurried way breathe the very spirit of the Yorkshire Dales. There is also a distinct element of nostalgia and humour in his paintings it’s not perhaps surprising to learn he has reverence for the fast-disappearing red pillar boxes and telephone booths that can often be seen in his work.

Venue: Pennysteel Cottage, Boathouse Yard

Medium: Watercolour artist

Hannah Snowdon - Glow Glass Studio

Modern Stained Glass, Handmade in Yorkshire Award Winning Art - NMTF National Young Trader Finalist - Yorkshire Young Trader Runner Up

Venue: Adamsons cottage, Chapel Yard , Staithes TS13 5BH

Medium: Handmade Stained Glass