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A unique opportunity to meet artists in their working studios, see sketchbooks, work in progress and buy completed artwork across a variety of disciplines.
There is a kaleidoscope of creativity on display from the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley on the Forest and Rivers Open Studios Art Trail. With exhibitions at several galleries, and artists opening their studios to the public, there are loads of opportunities to see hundreds of beautiful pieces of art.
Do you fancy watching a skilled potter at their wheel or see a jeweller craft something with metal? Perhaps you’d love to see some local photography or browse some sculptures, watch some felting or study a painter at work? Maybe something will catch your eye from our video, you'll spot a piece you'd like to buy, or perhaps a technique you'd like to watch, or a studio you'd like to get a behind the scenes tour of! The open studios trail is a unique opportunity to meet artists in their working studios, see sketchbooks, work in progress and buy completed artwork across a variety of disciplines including painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery, metalwork, glass & enamelling, printmaking, photography, digital art, textiles, wood and furniture!
Our local artists are a lovely bunch and as you'll see are often inspired by our stunning area in their works. Ask about their inspiration, have a good look at their work, learn about their career path, bring your young artists and let them see what it's really like to be an artist, curiosity is encouraged here!
There is a trail brochure to download on the website or pick up a copy at various locations which lists all artists on the trail with their opening times and addresses and you can simply drop in when you wish. You could plan a day out visiting a few studios, stop for tea at a cafe along the way or pick your favourite artist and make sure you don't miss getting a one-off chance to see their private studio!
The FaROpen Trail is a highlight of the year for so many, a mammoth organisational task and always so well planned. Make the most of the opportunities around you and don't miss out!
Use this interactive map to find the studios.