News
Welcome to my news page where you can find out about my latest events, exhibitions
Hampshire Open Studios
Grand Opening Weekend at Project Workshops
16 & 17th August - 10am - 5pm
All studios open, refreshments, musicians, weave demonstrations; George Dobby, Viking Replica Loom, drop in weave on a table loom sessions, artwork to view, purchase or commission
Opening Times 18th - 25th
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 10 - 3
Wednesday - 10 - 3
Thursday - 10 - 3
Friday - Closed
Bank Holiday Weekend - 10 - 4
New Designers
In Conversation
Sustainability in Practice
I was delighted to be asked to join a panel of discussion by QEST, Heritage Crafts & Society of Designer Craftsmen, alongside Anadelrio Studio and Allister Malcolm about our approaches to Sustainability in our Practice.
"This panel discussion at New Designers explores how makers can practically enhance sustainability in their craft practice.
The session will explore practical, scalable strategies for advancing sustainability in craft—from material innovation and waste reduction, to adapting traditional methods for contemporary contexts. You’ll hear about awards from QEST and Heritage Crafts that champion innovation and meaningful change, and The Society of Designer Craftsmen will also discuss the importance of professional networks and peer communities in supporting sustainable development and knowledge-sharing within the industry."
Chapel Arts Studios Residency Sparks Creativity and Community at Andover Museum
A two-day artist residency hosted at Andover Museum in April has been hailed as a transformative cultural event for the town — drawing between 250 and 300 visitors, fostering creative dialogue, and leaving a legacy that is expected to inspire future projects across the region.
Delivered in partnership with Chapel Arts Studios and made possible through funding from the Test Valley Arts Foundation, the residency took place on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 April 2025, offering a unique opportunity for the public to interact directly with three nationally recognised artists:
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Sharon Kearley – a textile artist and weaver with a deep connection to heritage materials.
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Boris Allenou – a sound artist specialising in sensory landscapes and immersive installations.
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Lucy Pick – a natural dyer and eco-printer known for her work with sustainable, plant-based methods.
Throughout the two days, Andover Museum became a hub of hands-on activity, with visitors of all ages taking part in weaving, sound exploration, natural dyeing workshops, and conversations that spanned everything from art and ecology to identity and place.
Hannah Cantellow, Interim Director at Chapel Arts Studios, said:
“This residency was a celebration of what’s possible when artists, institutions, and communities come together.
“Thanks to the invaluable support from the Test Valley Arts Foundation, we were able to offer an event that was open, engaging, and genuinely impactful for everyone involved.”
