Visual Arts Guide 2020

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Behind the Scenes with Norfolk Open Studios

David Lendrum in his Studio

One of the most successful Open Studios schemes in

studios across Norfolk to see new art, meet artists,

the country is returning to Norfolk this year.

and - with many of the works on display being for

The award-winning Norfolk Open Studios, now in its 26th year, will run from Saturday May 23rd to Sunday June 7th. This year, more than 380 artists will throw open their studio doors to the public to exhibit, sell and talk about their work and practice.

sale - to buy original artworks directly from their creators. In 2020 Norfolk Open Studios will welcome 22 schools to the scheme and will host 22 Art Trails, allowing visitors to enjoy several studios in one day. Art demonstrations, private views, workshops and talks also make up this key event.

The free event annually attracts thousands of visitors and in 2019 more than 31,000 people flocked to

Ros Dixon, Norfolk Open Studios Administrator, said: ‘Norfolk Open Studios is a well-loved annual event

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