Maggie Lintell
Maggie Lintell - Fish and chips (fused glass)
Maggie Lintell - Fish and chips (fused glass)
Contemporary makers, from wood turners, felt makers and ceramicists, to mosaic and stained-glass window artists, exponents of some of the most ancient and traditional skills, showcase their work at the inaugural Drawn to Make Exhibition in Tavistock at the end of October.
The two-day festival at Butchers’ Hall is being staged by members of the Drawn to the Valley group of artists and makers, who all live and work in the Tamar Valley area.
The exhibition had been planned for last year, but the delay has proved serendipitous, as it has given the group the chance to create five mixed media banners with 30 individual square panels, all stitched together. The squares, approximately 30cm x 30cm, reflect the lockdown experiences and emotions of each of the 25 artists who have contributed panels. Many were clearly inspired by getting out into the local environment - there are depictions of woodland walks, meadow flowers and garden birds. Some panels, on the other hand, have a darker feel to them, representing a sense of fragmentation, isolation, and entrapment. The banners will be on display throughout the exhibition alongside the work of over 40 makers. Among those exhibiting are weavers, spinners, jewellery makers, mixed media assemblage artists and printmakers. There will also be practical demonstrations of some of the skills.
Tavistock artist Lyn Edwards, who is helping organise the festival, said: ‘We are really putting the focus on our talented and creative members who work in 3D. The exhibition truly reflects the diverse skills of the group, so there will be lots to see. It’s also an opportunity for visitors to the event to buy something that is unique and handmade.’
The exhibition is free and open 10am-5.30pm. You can view the Drawn to Make catalogue on the website at www.drawntothevalley.com
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