What’s on

Makers on the trail

8 venues

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  Studio or Gallery

  Sam Cousins

  CeramicsDrawingMixed Media+1

  “For me, periods of creativity come in phases, finding an avenue of ideas to explore and play with without preconceptions or a destination point. It’s somewhat like mining; finding a vein or seam to excavate, then digging away to see what you find until the lode runs out. It’s a good analogy; it’s hard but absorbing work in a little space all of its own and you never quite know what you are going to discover. Starting points can come from anywhere; a process, a technique, a colour, a song lyric, a conversation, a concept, a contradiction, music, a feeling. Anything that suggests an unresolved question or prompts curiosity about how we live and interpret the world. Humans are the most consequential, contradictory and contrary species; the most brilliant and the most imbecilic, the most rational and irrational, both creative and the most destructive. Consequently, I find the richest themes come from people and the work that results is usually figurative.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  The Hill
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  16

  Studio or Gallery

  Ilf. Art & Craft Society

  CeramicsDrawingJewellery+4

  “Inside the art & craft centre you will find a large selection of original paintings created by talented local artists. From animals, flowers, local seascapes and harbour scenes to studies of beautiful North Devon and Exmoor there’s something to suit every ones taste. ​ The craft work selection is just as varied. On show there’s stained glass work, hand created glass sculptures and jewellery items, pottery, woodturning, handmade cards, felted, sewn and knitted creations. ​ So whether you are looking for a large picture for that special place in your home, a small present for a friend or even fancy spoiling yourself with a reminder of your visit to Ilfracombe, you’ll be sure to find something suitable in our art & craft centre… and you can be assured that whatever you buy will have been produced locally and that a part of the cost your purchase will be donated to a local charity.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  9/10Wheelchair accessible: yes
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  Studio or Gallery

  Liz Janson

  CeramicsJewellery

  “Unique Handmade Ceramics & Jewellery”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  BANK
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  Studio or Gallery

  Craig Wilson

  Ceramics

  “My secondary school in the 80s had a few things going for it, one was the husband and wife partnership leading the art department. Robin and Julie Lewis took it upon themselves to establish a pottery for the students. They provided an oasis, a space to let us develop our creativity without boundaries. It was here that I discovered a passion for clay and making.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Hillcrest
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  Studio or Gallery

  Fortythree Shop

  CeramicsDrawingJewellery+3

  “Fortythree Shop is a shared creative space brought together by 16 individual makers each working independently while sharing a passion for craftsmanship and originality.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Upstairs @ Fortythree Shop
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  Studio or Gallery

  Fiona Bates

  Ceramics

  “My journey with clay began 6 million years ago shortly after life had evolved on earth.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  The Pier GalleryWheelchair accessible: yes
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  Studio or Gallery

  The Pier Gallery

  CeramicsJewelleryPainting+2

  “The Pier Gallery is situated in the picturesque harbour area of Ilfracombe and opened in the Spring of 2023.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  The Pier GalleryWheelchair accessible: yes
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  Studio or Gallery

  Marwood Art Group

  CeramicsDrawingMixed Media+1

  “As a group we all have different experience’s when it comes to art.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  North Devon ResortWheelchair accessible: yes