St.David’s Day Celebration 2023

‘The Best Artists & Makers of Wales’

Every year we celebrate a selection of the very best Welsh artists and makers to mark St. David’s Day. 2023 is no exception.

A much-loved day and event for some, we celebrate it through showcasing the incredibly talented artists of Wales.

From Landscapes and seascapes, to flora, woodcraft and ceramics, there’s a work of art and handcrafted items to lift and light up any space.

For gift ideas for all occasions, look no further than here!

www.dawnharriesart.co.uk

Email: info@dawnharries.com

Instagram: @dawnharriesart

Facebook: @dawnharriesart elainejonesart@gmail.com

Dawn Harries is a Welsh Contemporary Landscape Painter, using the natural beauty of the British countryside as her inspiration, especially the rolling hills and rugged coastline of Wales.

Dawn uses the effects of colour and contrast in an impressionistic style to capture the seasons and atmosphere of the landscape, bringing a sense of place and warmth into your home.

Dawn is a regular exhibitor at Ardent Gallery in Brecon, and her work can also be purchased directly through her website or social media, where you’ll find more information about new work and exhibitions.

Facebook: @elainemjart

Instagram: @elainejonesart

Tel: 07973687076 www.elainejonesart.bigcartel.com www.ethersilverhome.com

Based in the hills just outside Llandovery I work in my old railway carriage studio overlooking the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains. Constantly inspired by my beautiful surroundings taking much inspiration from my local area. I am a self taught artist using mainly acrylics and watercolours plus an array of other mediums and crafts.

Work includes landscapes, seascapes, animals & florals and more recently abstract work. Member of the Tywi Valley Open Studios.

Artwork is available straight from studio, Facebook, Instagram & website. Commission work & creative workshops undertaken.

Instagram : @ethersilverhome

Faye from Ether, Silver & Home brings a love of home design to you! Bouncing off classic and current trends to create unique homeware. Using sustainably sourced and reclaimed materials, her aim is to create products that add to your home and last for generations.

“Coming from a woodturning background I grew up with beautiful handmade pieces and homeware. The variations in woods are abundant, I have yet to meet anyone who isn’t drawn to the tactile quality wood has, the warmth it can bring to a home and connection it brings back to our environment is something I hope is evident in my work.”

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Facebook: @jilljonesart

Instagram: @jilljones_art

Twitter: @jill_artist

Tel: 01437 781386

Email: art@jilljones.co.uk www.jilljones.co.uk

Jill Jones is a Pembrokeshire artist creating seascapes, abstracts and floral works, and also teaching art from her purpose-built studio in Talbenny, Haverfordwest.

Her works can be seen in various galleries across Wales and are available for sale also on www.jilljones.co.uk. You can even purchase gift vouchers online towards any of her items in values starting from just £15 upwards!

Why not treat yourself and indulge in a Spring purchase; you can even commission your own piece, simply contact Jill on art@jilljones.co.uk to discuss!

Woodsville Woodcraft

Instagram: @woodsvillewoodcraft www.woodsvilleinstruments.com

Woodsville Woodcraft began as a way to utilise offcuts of high quality timber from the musical instrument making process, as well as reclaimed wood from various sources. The range now encompasses carved birds, fine decorative boxes, jewellery, and Christmas decorations - all handcrafted by luthier and woodworker Geoff Coates in his Vale of Glamorgan workshop.

Geoff’s work has attracted customers and commissions from across Europe and North America, as well as throughout the UK and Ireland. Pieces are available from Glass by Design (Penarth) & Inspired Gallery (Usk & Symonds Yat), as well as online & direct from the maker.

Alison www.alisonedgsonart.com

Instagram: ali.edgson

Email: ali.edgson@gmail.com

My paintings are contemporary landscapes and exploring the area within an hour's drive from my home offers everything from the wide, watery vistas of the Severn Estuary to the remotest parts of the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons.

However, the huge skies and distant views from Llanishen village are ever-changing and as atmospheric skies are my favourite subject, I often don’t need to leave the house to find plenty of inspiration!

Formerly a children’s book illustrator, I enjoy the freedom that landscape painting brings, especially when I take my paints and easel for a day painting in plein-air!

Visit my studio during the Far Open Art Trail, 1-9 July 2023 | www.faropen.co.uk

Helen Higgins Ceramics

Email: helenhigginsceramics@gmail.com

Facebook: Helen Higgins-creativearth

Instagram: @helenhigginsceramics

Etsy: @HiggsCeramics

Helen creates a range of quirky animals, featuring hares, donkeys, cats, dogs and ponies. Sometimes they wear a disguise or costume, a mask, a hat, theatrical make up ect. The artist explores the way that we humans often try to hide our true selves or vulnerabilities behind a mask or facade, pretending or taking on other characteristics.

Helen uses a range of hand building techniques and each piece is unique and individual. Sometimes they are wall hanging and others freestanding. She makes from a small studio at her home in South Wales and has recently enjoyed producing special commissions of pet portraits.

Tel: 07890425850

Email: sarahjpowell461@gmail.com

Facebook: @sarahjpowell-fine art www.sarahj.powell-artist.com

Sarah recently visited Marrakech on a very intense workshop run by Nicholas Wilton of Art2Life, using acrylics in a more abstract style. Meeting with fellow artists from around the world. It has given her a thirst for more free painting in mixed media and the courage to experiment further.

This was followed by a stay in Marrakech city in a Riad exploring the Souks,gardens and traditional areas. Definitely an experience for the senses! and a lot of material for future artwork some abstract some more traditional. Perhaps using some of the pigments bought in the Souk.

9 Ewemoo

Tel: 07778 102238

Email: ewemoocrafts@gmail.com www.ewemoo.co.uk

The must have home and office furnishings bursting with creativity, made in Wales, this is Ewemoo. Livening up every space, Ewemoo footrests made for the perfect gift and bring a smile to every face that sees them.

With an extensive range from the original sheep to bulls, hedgehogs and pigs, there’s a Ewemoo in every colour imaginable.

See their brand new range using the wonderful Welsh Melin Tregwynt pattern as well as a great new range of accessories.

Iconically Welsh, everyone needs a Ewemoo!