Spring Fling 2023 Brochure

Welcome

We are delighted to present another open studio event, this year with 100 studios, our biggest event to date! The event will take place across the region from Portpatrick to Sanquhar, Dumfries and Eskdalemuir (and everywhere in between!). Join us in the studios from 27-29 May 2023.

Joanna Jones Assistant Director, Upland CIC

This year we have continued to focus on our studios and welcoming back the public into these creative spaces. Due to the ongoing financial situations affecting most, and especially small independent businesses, we have been delighted to offer more financial aid and supported participation. This year we have given out more bursaries (of an increased amount) and launched a brand-new scheme called CREATE which offers a free place in the event for an artist working in experimental, installation or site-specific work that doesn’t quite fit in the “traditional” studio environment.

We have 18 new studios and lots of emerging artists and makers taking part, producing everything from painting and printmaking to installations and blacksmithing. All studios are open for the full 3 days (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday) and you can be assured of a warm welcome!

This brochure features details of our studios and information on our bus, bike and walking tours, the Spring Fling Prize Draw and our pop-up activities in the lead up to this year’s event. As well as information on other Upland projects like Emerge, our international residency exchange, Artful Migration and ROAM.

We hope visitors will be able to enjoy as many studios as they can across the long weekend, however, we know you can’t visit them all! This brochure, and the Spring Fling website (www.spring-fling.co.uk), has all the information you need to find out what studios are taking part, where they are and how to get there.

This year’s brochure illustration has been produced by Jill Calder and it presents Scotland’s most southerly point, the Mull of Galloway, an area you can travel to on one of our tours and visit Spring Fling studios! We are delighted to produce the brochure again with partners Alba Printers. We hope you enjoy seeing all that the event has to offer and start planning your visit!

With special thanks to our funders and supporters who have helped make this year’s event and it’s extended programme possible: Dumfries & Galloway Council, Creative Scotland, the Barfil Trust, the Holywood Trust, Archie Sutter Watt, our dedicated board, staff and our Friends. Most importantly, we would like to thank our event participants, both new and returning, for all their hard work in preparation for the event. We can’t wait to visit their studios!

On behalf of everyone at Upland, we hope you enjoy Spring Fling 2023.

Essential Information

Spring Fling 2023 takes place on Saturday 27, Sunday 28 and Monday 29 May 2023 from 10.30am to 5.30pm each day.

All 100 studios included in this brochure will be open during these hours.

IMPORTANT

Please Remember: Many studios do not take credit or debit cards so do take cash or a chequebook with you.

If you are a Friend of Spring Fling (see back of brochure for how to sign up), you will need to present your Friendship Card to take advantage of the array of discounts and offers in the studios.

If you would like to take photographs of artists’ studios or work, please check with them first.

HELP US MAKE A GREENER EVENT!

Consider our environment – please pass on this brochure when you have finished with it.

Please bring a bag with you –many studios will not be offering wrapping services.

Where possible, please car-share, take public transport or take one of our bus tours!

EVENING OPENINGS

Some studios will open on the evenings of Friday 26, Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 May (not Monday 29). Please refer to the icons on each studio entry or to p5 for the full list of evening openings.

Fri 26 May 6–8pm Sat 27 May open until 8pm Sun 28 May open until 8pm

PRIZE DRAW

The Spring Fling Prize Draw offers you the chance to win vouchers to spend in the studios, plus two tickets to any event at the 45th annual Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival!

1st Prize – £100 voucher to spend in the artist’s studio of your choice; plus 2 tickets to any event at the 2024 Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival.

2nd Prize – £75 voucher to spend in the artist’s studio of your choice.

3rd Prize – £50 voucher to spend in the artist’s studio of your choice.

To enter – please see the back of this brochure for further information.

ACCESSIBILITY

We strive to make Spring Fling as accessible as possible. One way we do this is by detailing on each studio entry information on how accessible that venue is. Further information on the event’s accessibility can be found on the Spring Fling website.

Dumfries & Galloway

Key

Please note, this map is for illustrative purposes only. For exact locations of all studios, please use the map on the Spring Fling website, or follow the What3Words given for each studio.

Getting Here

There are lots of ways you can get to D&G, with car, bus or train being the best options. Head to the website for information on public transport to and from Dumfries & Galloway.

Getting Around

Once here, you can travel by car (please car share if you can) or take one of our bus tours. There are also options by foot or bike.

KIRKCUDBRIGHT WALKING TOURS

Join Kirkcudbright Art Tours for an exclusive guided walk through the historic High Street as an introduction to the art history of Scotland's Artists' Town. Spring Fling artists en route will welcome us into their studios.

Tours will take place daily at 10.30am and 2pm (lasting 90 minutes).

Tickets: £15 (£12 for Friends/Concessions)

24 hour booking via Spring Fling website: www.spring-fling.co.uk

SPRING FLING BY BIKE

Why not take to two wheels and really explore the magnificent Dumfries & Galloway countryside?

Lots of our studios are accessible by bike and make for a great day's cycle. Head to the website to find out about bike (and e-bike) hire, cycle routes, and more.

BUS TOURS

Presented by Thornhill Community Transport, Cairn Valley Community Transport and Stranraer Development Trust, these tours aim to make visiting our studios more accessible. Please note, the exact route and timing of each tour will be left to the discretion of the driver. More information is available on all tours on the website.

// Sat 27 May

The Green Route

Pick up: Dumfries 10am

Travelling around studios near Sanquhar, Thornhill, Moniaive and Auldgirth.

The Rhins Tour

Pick up: Stranraer 10am

Travelling around studios in Portpatrick, Drummore and the Mull of Galloway, this tour will allow more time at the Mull of Galloway to visit the lighthouse. Please note there will be an additional fee for entry into the lighthouse.

// Sun 28 May

The East Tour

Pick up: Dumfries 10am

Travelling around studios on the Red Route. New & Emerging

Pick up: Dumfries 10am

Focusing on exciting new and emerging artists between Dumfries and Palnackie.

// Mon 29 May

Wigtown & Surrounding Areas

Pick up: Stranraer 10am

Visiting studios around Newton Stewart, Wigtown, Port William and across the Blue Route.

Pink Route

Pick up: Dumfries 10am

Visiting a range of studios on the Pink Route.

Tickets

£16 per person, £14 for Spring Fling Friends/ Concessions. 24 hour booking via Spring Fling website: www.spring-fling.co.uk

To arrange booking in person at the Upland office or to book during the Spring Fling weekend please phone 07787 299 487.

Evening Openings

As well as being open daily 10.30am till 5.30pm during the event, some of our studios offer evening openings: 6-8pm on Friday 26 May and until 8pm on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 May.

Please remember that not all studios will be opening late. See below for details of evening openings, or look out for the icons on the studio entries.

Fri 26 May

6-8pm

Erinclare Scrutton

Jane Fraser

Linda Irving

Frances Ross

Kay Ribbens

Elizabeth Gilbey

Kate Anderson

Laura Boswell

Patti Leino

Laura Derby

Alison Corfield

Alistair Hamilton

Joshua Miles

Ian Cameron-Smith

Morag Macpherson

Janet Ibbotson

Angela Lawrence

Kerry Morrison

Allan Wright

Louisa Birdsall

Philippa Sinclair

Kate Bentley

Mark Welland

Alan Cameron

Linda Hadfield

Val Macadam

Lauren Gray

William Spurway

Joanna Shennan

Andrew Adair

Marly Merle

Abbie La Rooy

Denise Zygadlo

Ruth Elizabeth Jones

Sarah Keast

Anne Butler

Nate Robinson

Minette Bell Macdonald

Diana de Gruyther

Kate Knott

Janet Carson

Sat 27 May open until 8pm

Erinclare Scrutton

Jane Fraser

Linda Irving

Helen Ryman

Kate Anderson

Heather Davies

Laura Boswell

Patti Leino

Laura Derby

Ian Cameron-Smith

Morag Macpherson

Janet Ibbotson

Lucy Lee

Angela Lawrence

Kerry Morrison

Adam Booth

Pamela Grace

Allan Wright

Clare Dawdry

Sally Jennings

Kate Bentley

Mark Welland

Linda Hadfield

Sarah Keast

Anne Butler

Nate Robinson

Minette Bell Macdonald

Jesse Ball

Diana de Gruyther

Janet Carson

Sun 28 May open until 8pm

Erinclare Scrutton

Jane Fraser

Laura Derby

Angela Lawrence

Kerry Morrison

Allan Wright

Karen McSkimming

Mark Welland

Linda Hadfield

Sarah Keast

Anne Butler

Nate Robinson

Emerge Mentoring Programme

Emerge is a programme of mentoring and a bursary of £1,000 for early career artists or makers, working in any visual art or craft medium, who have a strong connection to Dumfries & Galloway.

This year we have awarded two Emerge Bursaries which will see each recipient paired up with an experienced Upland artist or maker. As well as creating new work and taking part in Spring Fling, the recipients will also benefit from go & see trips, networking and training opportunities.

Emerge aims to provide support which will enable the participants to develop both creatively and professionally, providing a stepping stone between education or employment and a career in the arts.

One of this year’s bursaries is specifically for an emerging artist or maker aged 30 years and under, which is supported by the Holywood Trust and the Archie Sutter Watt Trust. The second bursary is for an emerging artist or maker of any age, which is supported by Creative Scotland.

Emerge recipients for 2023 are:

Rachel Ashcroft (Studio 69, p47)

Abbie La Rooy (Studio 77, p51)

Abbie La Rooy

Rachel Ashcroft

Abbie La Rooy

Rachel Ashcroft

CREATE

Pre-Spring Fling

APRIL: Morag x Tellas

As part of a new collaborative residency exchange, Morag Macpherson (Studio 36, p29) and Tellas (based in Sardinia) have joined forces again, after their collaboration for Spring Fling Rural Mural in 2016. This time the artists will use mixed media methods to create a new series of artworks inspired by the merging of their own styles.

During the residency, the artists will welcome the public into their working space to chat to the artists and discover their process, culminating in a short exhibition of the finished work.

Drop-ins:

1-4pm, Monday 23 April

6-8pm, Thursday 26 April

Exhibition: 27-30 April

10am till 4pm, Sunday 11-3pm

Ottersburn Gallery

Nith Avenue, Dumfries, DG1 1EF

Find out more at: www.weareupland.com/projects/morag-xtellas-2023

MAY: SF Pop-up Demos

Throughout May some of our 2023 artists and makers will be popping up to demonstrate how they make their work, at Farmers' Markets across the region!

SATURDAY 6 MAY

Miles-Moore Ceramics (Studio 99, p63) and Sarah Keast (Studio 80, p53) for pottery and printmaking demonstrations.

Love Langholm Local Market

The Buccleuch Centre, Thomas Telford Rd, Langholm, DG13 OAW

SUNDAY 7 MAY

Alan Cameron (Studio 63, p44) and Clare Dawdry (Studio 56, p40) for printmaking and pottery demonstrations.

Dumfries Farmers' Market

Dumfries Railway Station, Lovers Walk, Dumfries, DG1 1NF

SUNDAY 14 MAY

Linda Irving (Studio 3, p11) and Elizabeth Gilbey (Studio 16, p19) for textiles and painting demonstrations.

Stranraer Farmers' Market

Millennium Centre, 75 George Street, Stranraer, DG9 7JP

For more information on the demonstrations, times and updates, visit the Spring Fling website: www.spring-fling.co.uk

BADGES

SPRINGBACK

Artists and makers with a strong connection to Spring Fling, Upland or Dumfries & Galloway.

NEIGHBOUR

Artists and makers from Northern Ireland, East Ayrshire, South Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, Scottish Borders and Cumbria.

Our 2023 Emerge awardees! Find out about Emerge on page 6.

NEW STUDIO

Artists and makers taking part in Spring Fling for the first time. Artists awarded a place in the event through our brand-new scheme CREATE. Information on p7.

NEW GRADUATE

Artists and makers from Scotland who have recently graduated and are embarking on a career in their creative practice.

ERINCLARE SCRUTTON

11 Military Drive, Portpatrick, Stranraer, DG9 8LR

T: 07759 530 393 E: erinclare.scrutton@gmail.com

W: erinclarescrutton.com erinclarescrutton erinclarescrutton

I am a painter/mixed media artist. One of my interests is in capturing the power and energy of the landscape through bold, gestural mark-making and brushwork. I love en plein air painting sessions and use a variety of materials including charcoal, oil and acrylic.

What to expect: At my studio I will be showing finished expressive landscape paintings and high quality prints as well as sketches, charcoal drawings, sketchbooks and collages from my en plein air sessions. Other work on show will be inspired by the figure and my love of portraiture.

10% for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Take the coastal walk to Sandeel Bay or further to Killantringan Lighthouse, part of the Southern Upland Way, and get a swim in on the journey.

Directions: On entering Portpatrick, take a left at the speed sign, drive up a steep hill, first right at the top of the hill, studio is the first house the on right hand side.

Accessibility: My studio is on the ground floor with no stairs and plenty of parking outside.

what3words: ///wrenching.screening.move

JANE FRASER

Shian, Kirkmaiden, Drummore, Stranraer, DG9 9QP

T: 07984 146 870 E: janefraser5@hotmail.com

W: www.janefraserstudio.com Jane Fraser Studio

For many years I have been working with wood, particularly locally found unseasoned wood. I create a range of wooden forms using a lathe and enhance their natural features with detailed freehand pyrography.

What to expect: I am an artist with a passion for wood and a love of fine detailed drawing. I have two workshops where I display finished work, work in various stages of completion and the equipment and machinery I use.

£5 - £500

Recommendation: Mariner’s Coffee Shop, Drummore: specialising in freshly caught local seafood.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Drummore, turn right onto Mill Street, take the next right and continue up the hill to Kirkmaiden passing the church on left. Turn left and the studio is on the right.

Accessibility: Workshop is on one level with a brick cobbled floor. There is a small wooden lip to access the display area.

what3words: ///hang.lions.angry

£40- £350

LINDA IRVING

Smiddy Cottage, Mull of Galloway, Drummore, Stranraer, DG9 9HP

T: 01776 840442 E: lindaannirving@gmail.com linda.felting

W: www.lindairving.co.uk Linda Irving Felt Artist

I work in the medium of wool fibre creating felted and stitched paintings which explore colour, texture and form, in sympathy with the beauty of land and seascapes seen in Dumfries & Galloway.

What to expect: My studio and gallery is where I inspire people to use the medium of felt making to create paintings as a fine art form. I will demonstrate all my processes on request and there will be opportunities for adults and children to try felt making.

Free gift postcards (4) with every purchase.

Recommendation: The Ship Inn at Drummore for delicious food and home bakes. The Mull of Galloway Lighthouse for walks.

Directions: A75 westbound, left onto B7084 to Sandhead, left A716 to Drummore, through village, B7041 to 'Mull of Galloway attractions' (brown signage) studio on the right 2 miles out of Drummore.

Accessibility: Very accessible, all ground floor level including toilet.

what3words: ///samplers.overtones.poetry

LISA HOOPER

Seymour House, 25 High St, Port William, Newton Stewart, DG8 9SL

T: 01988 700392 E: alan.lisa@btinternet.com

W: www.hoopoeprints.co.uk Lisa Hooper- Hoopoe Prints

I'm a printmaker using a blend of modern and traditional techniques to create eye-catching images, mainly of wildlife subjects. I create linocuts, woodcuts and etchings inspired by the Galloway coast and the Northern Isles. I try to draw attention to biodiversity loss through my work.

What to expect: There is a gallery with cards and framed and unframed prints as well as a fully equipped studio in which I will be demonstrating. Once again there will also be a 'Sale' area. Covid courtesies such as mask wearing may be requested.

£3 - £500

Recommendation: The View, Port William’s cafe, run by PIRSAC which is located on the village harbour.

Free Pigeonposted pack with every print purchase.

Directions: Seymour House is on the B7085 on the northern edge of the village. From Wigtown it is the first house on the right after the traffic calming. Accessibility: One small step on approach to the front door.

what3words: ///steered.regretted.rumbles

£5 - £800

HELEN RYMAN

North Kildarroch, Whauphill, Newton Stewart, DG8 9PD

T: 07502 621 364 E: helen.ryman@btinternet.com helenrymanarts @mochrumbelties

Art is a meditative process and paired with painting en plain air the experience is lifted to another level. My oil paintings are a response to the external stimuli and the emotion shown by the use and expression of colour and form.

What to expect: I want to bring the outside in to my studio. Completed works will be available to view and to buy. Watercolour and pencil sketches and written word notes from my day-to-day practice will be on show. Weather permitting, I'll have sketching opportunities for anyone keen.

£2.50 -

Recommendation:

ReadingLasses and Nest Wigtown. Ideal place to rest and refuel and maybe find a book or two.

10% discount to Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Wigtown follow the A714 for 1.2 miles. Turn right towards Whauphill on the B7085. Turn right at the crossroads onto the B7052 for 1.7 miles. Left turn after, 0.5 miles. Taddah!

Accessibility: Currently one space is 100% accessible and on the flat. I'm looking at providing better access to the actual studio by May.

what3words: ///note.buzzard.passively

FRANCES ROSS

Creech House, Sorbie, Newton Stewart, DG8 8AH

T: 07780 678 244 E: frances@francesrossceramics.com

W: francesrossceramics.com francesrossmakes

Ceramic sculpture, tiles and architectural ceramics. I use porcelain, stoneware and earthenware clays, develop tactile glazes and create forms that speak of the hand of the maker. Interests informing my work include science, systems, the spaces in between and the more than human world.

What to expect: A busy working studio – equipment and materials, glaze tests, sketchbooks and work-in-progress as well as completed works large and small. Cuppas and conversations, and demonstrations of my processes. All welcome to engage their senses and play with clay at my workbench!

£30 - £3,000

Recommendation:

The Pheasant in Sorbie for wonderful Italian evening meals.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: My studio is next to the disused Galloway Granite factory, just north of Sorbie.

Accessibility: Access is via a level gravel and block paved drive. Ramp into studio, then one level throughout.

what3words: ///bracelet.handyman.renews

£2,000

ROSIE DOBSON

26 Bladnoch, Wigtown, Newton Stewart, DG8 9AB

T: 07527 783 508 rosiefountainstone

W: www.fountainstone.co.uk fountainstonebladnoch

ELLA McCREATH

The Old Manse, Wigtown, DG8 9EL

T: 07756 858 148 E: ellamccreath@mac.com

W: ellaandgrace.co.uk ellaandgrace_

I am a wildlife artist and printmaker, expressing my love of nature through carefully observed studies of birds, mammals, and insects. I enjoy exploring line and texture through the use of different printmaking techniques, particularly the timeworn effects which can be achieved by intaglio processes.

What to expect: Visitors will be warmly welcomed to my garden studio, where they can view original printing plates and drawings. I will be carving a new linocut during Spring Fling weekend: visitors can see me working, and find out more about my creative process and print inspiration.

Friends will be entered into a prize draw.

Recommendation:

Visit the southernmost whisky distillery in Scotland: Bladnoch Distillery is just two minutes from my studio and has a lovely cafe on site.

Directions: From Bladnoch Distillery, head along the row of houses opposite the river, down to Fountain Stone Studio & Shop. Access to the garden studio is between number 26 and number 25.

Accessibility: Access is via a tarmac drive, turning down a small slope onto a cobbled area and gravel path. Please contact me if you need more info.

what3words: ///slowness.forgiven.worlds

I produce wheel thrown ceramics usually in white earthenware. The pieces are functional, simple and classic in style. My work is usually glazed in white, often with the addition of leather or wood. I make well crafted, timeless, modern ceramic heirlooms. What to expect: Visitors will see the processes of thrown ceramics. I will be throwing work at my wheel. There will be a chance to see pieces being trimmed and dried. There will be buckets of glaze with dip glazing. The kiln will be being loaded and emptied.

£5 - £100

Recommendation:

ReadingLasses in the centre of Wigtown serves fantastic soup and cakes. Nest.galloway is a fantastic gift and interior shop. Situated behind ReadingLasses.

Directions: With Wigtown County Building in front of you, take the road down the right hand side – Harbour Road. Ella+Grace is 150 yards on the left.

Accessibility: My studio is on the ground floor of a converted barn. There are no steps.

what3words: ///trout.allies.pavilions

£3 - £150

GAIL KELLY

The Print Room, New Road (off North Main Street) Wigtown, DG8 9HL

T: 07876 776 812 E: gail@alganarts.com

W: gailkellyprintmaker.com alganarts gailkelly_alganarts

I print my linocuts and woodcuts on Irish linen and create hand stitched collages inspired by the countryside where I live along with gorgeous landscapes and gardens I’ve seen on my travels in Britain and Ireland.

What to expect: I will demonstrate how I make my linen collages from beginning to end with work-in-progress at every stage. My sewing baskets, cutting tools, lino blocks and linen will set the scene and show visitors my working practice.

MAGGIE KELLIE

33 North Main Street, Wigtown, Newton Stewart, DG8 9HJ

T: 07914 803 243 E: maggiekellieart@protonmail.com

W: maggiekellie.com mkellieart

I’m a multidisciplinary artist working in painting, printmaking and photography. I’m inspired by the power of nature and the interrelationships between the human and the non-human world; the way in which we interact (for good or ill) and how this influences our co-evolution.

What to expect: A warm welcome to my studio where I will be showing works-in-progress, my tools and developmental materials including photographs, sketches and collage. I will also be showing completed works, answering your questions and discussing my sources of inspiration and process.

Recommendation: Glenwhan Gardens and Tea Room, between Castle Kennedy and Glenluce on the A75.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: The venue is situated directly behind the main building of Number 11. Parking is freely available around Wigtown Square.

Accessibility: The Print Room has a ramp, with a handrail, to access the main door on New Road.

what3words: ///fend.superhero.isolated

Recommendation: Wigtown Community Shop, directly opposite my studio, is a source of all sorts of quirky finds. Staffed by volunteers the shop raises money for local community groups and charities.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: My studio is in the centre of Wigtown. It is two doors along from the Co-op and opposite Wigtown Community Shop on the junction with Agnew Crescent.

Accessibility: My studio is on street level and is wheelchair accessible, but toilet facilities are not available.

what3words: ///converter.bookmark.fool

£2 - £600

£3 - £960

KAY RIBBENS

Mochrum Park House, Kirkcowan, Newton Stewart, DG8 0BY

T: 07909 618 126 E: kayribbens@hotmail.com

W: www.kayribbens.co.uk Kay Ribbens Hats

I am a textile artist specialising in designing and making unusual, innovative, extraordinary hats and headwear. I use various techniques to weave and sculpt an original, unique and affordable piece of wearable art. My work is a continuous experiment creating a new collection every year. What to expect: Visitors can always expect a warm welcome into my large, airy, busy studio full of colour, yarns, tools, baskets of wool, exhibition pieces, threads, works-in-progress, paintings, sketches, and of course a large display of hats and headwear. Children's table. Teas & coffee.

£33 - £500

Recommendation:

The Old Bank Bookshop, Wigtown: Joyce and Ian have thousands of highquality antiquarian and second hand books and sheet music.

Directions: From Wigtown take B733 towards Kirkcowan for 4 miles. From Newton Stewart take A75 towards Stranraer. After small cottage hospital take 2nd left onto minor road, follow for 5 miles.

Accessibility: Low step to access the house with studio and toilet on ground floor.

what3words: ///coconuts.doll.drama

MARY GLADSTONE

Craighlaw House, Kirkcowan, Newton Stewart, DG8 0DQ

T: 01671 830208 E: craichlaw2@yahoo.co.uk

W: marygladstonepottery.uk marygladstonepottery

At my studio I make a wide variety of beautifully designed and finished pots. Depending on clay type and glaze these are glaze fired in either a gas (reduction), or electric kiln. I sell pots from an adjacent gallery, on-line, in shops and at exhibitions.

What to expect: Visitors will be able to see a working pottery studio with differing clays, pottery wheel, kilns, throwing and trimming equipment. In addition glaze making materials, pyrometric cones, coloured slips, local clay slips, test tiles and biscuit fired pots will be on show.

£18 - £300

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: Turn south off the A75 at The Half Way House junction – 7 miles west of Newton Stewart. Follow the road for ¼ mile and turn first right at the lodge gates.

Accessibility: The pottery is easily accessible.

what3words: ///straddled.glider.update

SUZI PLUNKETT

2 Drumterlie Steading, Newton Stewart, DG8 6QG

T: 07399 000 780 E: hello@littledotcreations.co.uk

W: littledotcreations.co.uk littledotcreations

JOSHUA WILLIAMS

1 Station Road, Newton Stewart, DG8 6LJ

T: 07935 770 049 E: byjoshuawilliams@gmail.com

W: www.byjoshuawilliams.com ceramicsbyjoshuawilliams

Using fine liner pens, I create my illustrations using thousands of little dots and circles. Designing prints, homewares and greetings cards, everything is handmade in my studio. I draw inspiration from my love of nature, fairy tales and life growing up in rural Galloway.

What to expect: Visitors can expect to find my whole range of designs and products on show in my studio alongside original artworks, works-in-progress and the tools I use to create my designs. Mr Dot will have the pizza oven fired up for any hungry visitors!

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Crafty Distillery Wigtown Rd, Newton Stewart – the 2020 Scottish Gin Distillery of the Year.

Directions: At Newton Stewart roundabout, take exit towards Stranraer. Turn left approx 2km along A75, follow this road past farm for approx 2km, turn right. Look for Steading signpost.

Accessibility: The door into my studio is wide enough for narrower wheelchairs but wider equipment may struggle.

what3words: ///passions.dices.fulfilled

I am a traditionally trained potter working in Newton Stewart. Using locally sourced materials where I can, I make both functional pieces as well as ceramic art, with a focus on bringing the values and practices of the pottery tradition into the contemporary setting.

What to expect: I will be showing current progress in my developmental use of local and foraged materials. I will also have an exhibition of the larger, more sculptural ceramic art pieces I am currently working on, as well as examples of the processes I use.

10% discount with a current Friends card.

Recommendation: Walk the old Lade path in Kirroughtree for interesting local history and beautiful forest surroundings.

Directions: My studio is on the corner of Station Road, next door to the butchers and opposite the Cattle Market.

Accessibility: There is a slight step up from the front door which is small enough for any pushchair or wheelchair. Plenty of parking on the same level as the studio means easy access from the street.

what3words: ///worlds.sorters.district

£20 - £600

£2.50 - £250

ANDY PRIESTMAN

Minniwick, Bargrennan, Newton Stewart, DG8 6SS

T: 07775 973 732 E: andyjpriestman@hotmail.com

minniwick

Wood fired pots, wheel thrown and slab built. Hand mixed unique clays, glazes and slips using wild clays and incorporating locally sourced sands and grogs. Fired in own designed downdraft kiln to 1300c.

What to expect: An exhibition of the most recent pots and an opportunity to see a working pottery studio. Additionally there will be examples of how I make my clays, slips and glazes; information about some of the local materials used and tours of the kiln shed.

Digital

There are many ways to connect, interact, and keep in the loop with all things Spring Fling.

THE WEBSITE

Check out the website for everything you need to know about Spring Fling, our artists and our Upland year-round activities. Here you will also find our Virtual Studios and the Spring Fling shop!

www.spring-fling.co.uk | www.weareupland.com

Get to know us! Follow and Like us on social media. We’re posting daily and counting down to the main event!

£25 - £500

Recommendation:

Glentrool Visitor Centre, beside the river, is half a mile beyond my studio.

Good for coffee, food and facilities including excellent walking and cycling trails.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: Go north from Newton Stewart on the A714 for 7 miles. Turn right at Clachaneasy, then straight on for 2 miles. Minniwick is a right hand turn shortly after the sign for Holm Farm.

Accessibility: Some small steps but access is possible for all areas.

what3words: ///triangles.ownership.ever

We’re encouraging visitors to use What3Words, an app and web-based system that splits the world up into 3m squares. These squares all have a unique three-word name assigned to them. We have detailed each Spring Fling studio's unique three words on their brochure entries. This means you can use this app or type the three words into the What3Words website and will get the most accurate method of locating the studios ever!

Visit the What3Words website at: www.what3words.com Here you will find out more about using both the webbased version and the app.

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ELIZABETH GILBEY

16 SARAH ROGERS

Rusko Studio, Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, DG7 2BS

T: 07801 933 375 E: liz@elizabethgilbey.co.uk

W: ruskostudio.com

I am a classically trained artist working in oils, pastels and charcoal. I work direct from nature and paint still life, landscape, animals and portraits. I teach painting and drawing at my studio.

What to expect: My studio is a bright, airy space filled with paintings finished and in progress. There are sketchbooks to look through and displays to explain painting techniques. There is plenty of work to buy, both framed and ready to frame.

£50 - £1,000

Recommendation: Galloway Lodge Cafe Fleetvale, High St, Gatehouse of Fleet, Scotland, DG7 2HP

Above the Spar, a lovely place for homemade food.

Six art lessons for the price of five (£125).

Directions: In Gatehouse of Fleet take the B796 turning by The Ship Inn, signed to the Cairnsmore Nature Reserve. After two miles, Rusko Studio is on the right.

Accessibility: My studio is up a flight of stone stairs.

what3words: ///severe.nature.smooth

Rusko Studio, Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, DG7 2BS

T: 07724 012 001 E: sarah@rojhedesign.com

W: www.rojhedesign.com rojhedesign

My work is inspired by nature, flowers, and plants. Pieces are created predominantly in gold and silver wires, small cast components, and saw-pierced details. I enjoy using stone setting and Plique a Jour enamelling within my work, to play with light refraction and texture.

What to expect: Visitors will be able to see a 'behind the scenes' work environment. I will have a variety of tools, sketchbooks, samples, works-in-progress, current collections and new pieces of work. There will be short videos demonstrating some of my making process and specific techniques.

£30 - £4,000

Recommendation: Designs Gallery and Cafe in Castle Douglas is a lovely stop for refreshments or a light lunch. The cafe is located downstairs with a giftshop and small gallery room located above it.

Directions: In Gatehouse of Fleet take the B796 signed to the Cairnsmore Nature Reserve. In 2 miles, look for a tarmac drive on the right beside a large oak tree.

Accessibility: My studio is up a flight of stone stairs.

what3words: ///resolves.empire.playfully

LINDA MALLETT

The Laundry, Kirkandrews, Borgue, DG6 4UB

T: 01557 870003 E: lindamallett20@gmail.com

W: lindamallett.org

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Primarily I am a painter of abstract interpretations of my surroundings. But I am also constantly playing around with how I can use local materials I have collected and processed, including grasses, seaweeds, earths and rocks, washed-up beach rubbish.

What to expect: You can see finished paintings and also a range of objects and materials I am currently working on, from corded grass netting to sewn seaweed baskets. And you can visit the garden and seashore where I have collected them.

SHEENA McMASTER

Aldersyde, Borgue, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4SH

T: 01557 870032 W: www.sheenamcmaster.com

E: sheenamcmaster@gmail.com sheenamcmasterjewellery

I make creative and elegant handmade jewellery in silver, gold and precious gemstones. Much of my work is influenced by organic forms and the natural environment to create contemporary collections. I also enjoy working with clients to design and develop individual pieces of bespoke jewellery.

What to expect: Visitors to my workshop will view hand tools and equipment both modern and traditional. I will be sharing my sketchbooks involved in the design process. There is a showroom where the collections will be displayed and an opportunity to purchase a piece of jewellery.

£10 - £1,500

Recommendation: Next to the studio, Kirkandrews Kirk is a unique miniature kirk with Arts & Crafts influence, specially open for Spring Fling, and offering refreshments.

Directions: From Borgue village take the turn towards Carrick. After 2 miles turn left before a small bridge. Pass the tiny Kirkandrews Kirk. The Laundry is on the left straight after.

Accessibility: More or less level access to studio from outside, rest of house (and toilet) on different levels with stairs.

what3words: ///hope.armrests.moods

£55 - £3,000

Recommendation: Cream o' Galloway is in the heart of Galloway just a stone’s throw from the coast, it's a popular place for outdoor exploring, events, lunch, wildlife spotting and, of course, ice cream.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Kirkcudbright take the B727 signposted for Borgue. Once in the village continue straight on and the workshop is in the last cottage on the left opposite the primary school.

Accessibility: The workshop is on the first floor via stairs and the showroom is on the ground floor and is accessible by wheelchair.

what3words: ///tins.galloping.coverage

CAROLINE HONE

Doon Cottage, The Doon, Twynholm, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4NS

T: 07980 880 864 E: carolinehone@btinternet.com

W: www.carolinehone.co.uk honecaroline

LIZ DAGG

Tarff Vale , Twynholm, DG6 4NQ

T: 07502 097 746 E: liz.dagg.ed@gmail.com

Liz Dagg lizdagg

Our fragile environment is celebrated in my colourful, semiabstract paintings. The Galloway landscape is my subject, reflecting a deep love and understanding of the four seasons and the opportunity they bring for adventures in paint and mixed media.

What to expect: Paintings, sketchbooks, cards, work-in-progress and the paraphernalia of an artist's studio are available for visitors to engage with. A library of art books can be browsed and, weather permitting, a small garden with views towards Bengairn can be accessed.

£2.50 - £1,300

Recommendation:

Pleat – a friendly and eclectic boutique selling unusual clothing and vintage costume jewellery. 30 St. Mary’s Street, Kirkcudbright.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: Twynholm village is off the A75 and 3 miles north of Kirkcudbright. My studio is behind W.B. Galloway’s garage and located 100 metres on the left in The Doon.

Accessibility: There is ample parking in the immediate vicinity. There are three standard steps into the studio itself.

what3words: ///autumn.liners.singers

I am drawn to places where I experience the energy and thrill of being there. Stormy seas especially; however, chance encounters like bright/dark skies and swollen rivers provide something unusual too. Started on location, these are brought to life in the studio.

What to expect: Access is given to both my home and studio where different sized framed paintings are on show. These are mainly seascapes and landscapes, in a semi abstract style. Figurative work, along with unframed paintings and cards, available also. Sketchbooks, to browse, show my creative progress.

£2.50 -

Recommendation: The Old Schoolhouse just off A75, Ringford, Castle Douglas DG7 2AL. Less than one mile away they also cater for vegetarian and gluten free diets.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Dumfries on A75 about a mile from Ringford turn right for Barcaple. First house on the left. From Kirkcudbright turn left at Tongland Bridge to A75, turn right, first left.

Accessibility: Please leave driveway for those who need easy access. There will be wheelchair access to the house but not the actual studio.

what3words: ///penny.reefs.firm

£695

KATE ANDERSON

The Smithy, Culdoach Road, Tongland, DG6 4LU

T: 01557 330415 W: www.AndersonsArt.co.uk

22 HEATHER DAVIES

The Old Court House Building, High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JW

T: 07769 612 393 E: heather@heatherdavies.co.uk

E: kateanderson1029@btinternet.com kateanderson7509

W: www.heatherdavies.co.uk heatherdaviesart

I make 2D and 3D modern mosaics which combine conventional methods and materials with my own unique processes. I work to commission and for exhibition, nationally and internationally. Recent work explores shifts and continuums in narrative building using relief methods.

What to expect: Recent work using traditional as well as selfdeveloped techniques incorporating unusual moulded and painted elements. Exhibition work, sketches, tools, videos and projects-in-progress, also information on an upcoming studio workshop. A kids’ corner for small children to play safe.

£10 - £5,000

Recommendation: Enjoy the beautiful scenic river walk from Tongland Bridge, just down the road from The Smithy Studio, taking you cross-country to Kirkcudbright Harbour.

discount for courses for Friends of Spring Fling who visit my studio.

Directions: Exit Dumfries on A75 towards Stranraer, then A711 towards Kirkcudbright, continue for 3 miles, Culdoach Road is on left before Tongland Power Station. Cross bridge to house on right.

Accessibility: A ramp is available for wheelchair access.

what3words: ///fruity.postings.recount

Nature and landscape have always been inspirational, particularly the Scottish coast and Islands. My larger paintings, in watercolour and mixed media, are semi abstract, yet still retain a suggestion of reality – resulting in a synergy of observation, memory and imagination.

What to expect: Original framed work will be on display plus greeting cards, mounted originals and prints. My sketch pads and current projects will also be available to view and new for this year an equipped space for visitors to try their hand at watercolour and mixed media.

£3 - £3,000

Recommendation: Solway Tide Tearoom on St Cuthbert's Street, Kirkcudbright - enjoy lunch in their beautiful garden..

Directions: Opposite Fisher Street, not far from the Tollbooth.

Accessibility: Two steps lead into studio however there will be a temporary ramp in place. Disabled toilet facilities are also available.

what3words: ///savers.mindset.typified

ANNIROSE ANSBRO

The Old Court House Building, High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JW

T: 07793 090 697 E: annirose123@hotmail.co.uk

W: www.anniroseansbro.com anniroseansbro

LAURA BOSWELL

110 High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JQ

T: 07973 984 119 E: laura@lauraboswell.co.uk

W: www.lauraboswell.co.uk LauraBoswellPrintmaker

I am an abstract artist creating paintings that you want to look at and touch. Through a playful exploration of materials such as household paint, paint skins, wax and wood I enjoy creating abstract forms and interesting surfaces and textures.

What to expect: My studio is situated in the beautiful artists, town of Kirkcudbright. Visitors will see my working studio with paintings in various stages of completion with an opportunity to take part in a large collaboration painting and meet my studio dog Buddy.

£5 -

Recommendation: Buddy and I enjoy a walk around town, down by the harbour and along the river.

Directions: Opposite Fisher Street, not far from the Tollbooth.

Accessibility: There is a step and ramp at the entrance to the studio and an accessible toilet at the rear of the building.

My linocut and woodblock prints explore the wild landscapes of Scotland and northern England focusing on light and weather. My studies in Japan influence my techniques and my creative approach: my prints consist of many transparent layers, evoking a sense of place and scale.

What to expect: I’ll be demonstrating throughout Spring Fling, cutting blocks and printing on my Victorian printing presses. Along with editioned prints expect to see sketchbooks, design drawings, blocks and works-in-progress. Join me to explore lino and woodblock from the technical craft to the creative art.

Recommendation: Excellent coffee and food at Feast Café at 32 St Cuthbert St. Join Fiona on a Kirkcudbright Art Tour learn all about local artists, historic and contemporary.

Directions: From the A75, take the A711 into Kirkcudbright. My studio is in the large blue house on the High Street at the junction of High Street and Castle Street.

Accessibility: We have two flagstone steps to the front door, beyond that the studio area is all level with smooth flooring and wide doorways.

what3words: ///savers.mindset.typified

what3words: ///informs.darker.windpipe

£600

£2.50 - £800

PATTI LEINO

Studio

T: 07712 001 202 E: patti@pattilean.co.uk

W: pattilean.co.uk patti.lean pattileanArt

LAURA DERBY

Studio 2, WASPS Studios, 117 High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JG

T: 07964 788 501 W: www.rugaura.com

E: laura@rugaura.com RugauraRugs

I use painting to connect ecological literature to my walks in northerly places, Iceland, Finland and Scotland. From climbing glaciers to crawling around my own garden, I re-imagine those experiences with the aim of highlighting the importance of the living world.

What to expect: Artworks based on the chapters of my ongoing thesis on Nan Shepherd: 'Mountain', 'Sea', 'Forest' and 'Garden', plus objects, films, photos and notebooks from Iceland and Finland. 15-minute informal talks 2pm Saturday and Sunday. Families with children welcome: there will be paper, crayons and snacks.

£20 - £1,200

Recommendation: Selkirk Arms Hotel, High Street, DG6 4JG – friendly hotel and bar with garden, serving delicious meals and snacks.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From the A75 take the A711 into Kirkcudbright. From St Mary Street turn right into Daar Road. The WASPS Studios are at the end of the council car park.

Accessibility: On ground floor, accessible toilet.

what3words: ///textiles.observers.quick

I hand tuft functional, artful rugs and upholster stools using my palette of wool to paint elements of nature and heritage motifs. I like to carve the finished textile for design effect and play with the shapes of the rugs and the stools I make.

What to expect: In my WASPS Artists Studio you'll see my large tufting frame I make my rugs on, my considerable stock of wool, finished rugs and all the various tools I need. I photograph finished rugs and have the prints and greetings cards for sale too.

£2.50 - £1,500

Recommendation:

The Selkirk Arms Hotel, High St, Kirkcudbright DG6 4JG for a coffee, lunch or dinner break.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: WASPS studios are a 3 minute walk from Kirkcudbright Galleries, turn left at the Selkirk Arms and look for the bunting a few doors up.

Accessibility: Wheelchair access through the front door and into my studio. Slight ramp to large disabled toilet.

what3words: ///textiles.observers.quick

1, WASPS Studios, 117 High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JG

LIZZIE FAREY

Studio 3, WASPS Studios, 117 High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JG

T: 07821 629 234 E: lizziefarey@gmail.com

W: www.lizziefarey.co.uk Lizzie Farey

I make delicate, intricate sculptures for the wall using willow and other local woods. Using my traditional basket-making skills I also create 3D forms inspired by the natural environment. Recently I have revisited my love of painting and drawing, using oil and mixed media.

What to expect: My studio will have new work for sale, bolts of recently harvested willow and bundles of wild material gathered for creative use. New paintings inspired by the local landscape as well as my sketchbooks, magazine articles and books to browse through.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Kirkcudbright Galleries, St Mary Street. DG6 4AA. Gallery with cafe promoting the unique art heritage of Kirkcudbright.

Directions: From the A75, take the A711 into Kirkcudbright. From St Mary Street turn right into Daar Road. The WASPS Studios are at the far end of the council car park.

Accessibility: 20 stairs with handrail to my first floor studio.

what3words: ///textiles.observers.quick

KATY QUINN

Studio 7, WASPS Studios, 117 High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JG

T: 07766 688 251 W: www.gilded-image.co.uk

E: katy@eternia.net

Glass and precious metals have a unique, ethereal beauty in the way they respond to light. I combine them to make detailed, atmospheric, image-based work – celebrating the wonder of our shared world in all its glorious variety, its precious – and fragile –beauty.

What to expect: Welcome to my new studio in Scotland! On the top floor of this historic building my cosy, light-filled studio will contain my tools and materials plus work for sale for every budget: cards, prints, 2D wall work, 3D pieces, jewellery. Commissions welcome!

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: St Mary's Isle walk – a varied, accessible, relaxing amble.

Directions: From the Selkirk Arms Hotel, walk along the High Street – the front entrance to WASPS Studios is a few doors down on the same side.

Accessibility: My studio is on the 2nd floor via stairs with handrail. Some examples of work in ground floor space. Disabled toilet. Parking at rear via Daar Road.

what3words: ///textiles.observers.quick

£85 - £950

£3 - £1,500

CLAIRE CAMERON-SMITH

Studio 8, WASPS Studios, 117 High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JG

T: 07967 327 564 W: cameronsmithdesigns.co.uk

E: claire@cameronsmithdesigns.co.uk clairecameronsmith

My printmaking is founded on the traditional Japanese woodblock technique. I create prints featuring mainly birds and flowers. I enjoy the wholesomeness of using natural “ingredients” such as wood, handmade paper, pure pigment powders and rice paste in the making of my works.

What to expect: One of the joys of printmaking is being able to create multiple, hand-pulled originals, and there will be plenty of these to see in my studio, as well as the chance to view the tools and materials I used to produce them.

10% off original prints for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation:

Paul Bakery for delicious steak pies if you need a quick bite between studio visits!

Directions: From A75 take A711 into Kirkcudbright. From St Mary Street, turn right onto High Street. WASPS Studios are on right, past Selkirk Arms. Parking available at rear – via Daar Road.

Accessibility: My studio is accessible if using the main front door to WASPS and there is also an accessible toilet available in the building.

what3words: ///textiles.observers.quick

ALISON CORFIELD

17 Castle Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JA

T: 07535 126 674 E: alison@alisoncorfield.co.uk

W: www.alisoncorfield.co.uk AlisonCorfieldTextileArtist

My artwork is based on worn surfaces shaped by the sea and the wind, inspired by the wider landscape of Dumfries & Galloway. I make collages with recycled fabrics and papers, adding colour with paints and dyes and then stitch marks with my sewing machine.

What to expect: I will be demonstrating how I make my work throughout the event. You can look through my sketchbooks and handle stitched samples. I will have framed pieces for sale, both abstract and semi abstract works, also books, jewellery and cards, all of which are stitched.

£2.50 - £350

Recommendation: Visit Kirkcudbright’s independent book shop 75 St. Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4DU

10% discount for Friends that visit the studio.

Directions: In the centre of Kirkcudbright: from the Harbour Square, head towards the castle, then turn half-left into Castle Street. No 17 is on the left next to the Masonic Arms.

Accessibility: There is one very small step at our entrance door. On-street parking right outside.

what3words: ///crypt.shed.mornings

£2 - £240

ALISTAIR HAMILTON

17 Castle Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JA

T: 07970 825 264 E: a@alistairhamilton.co.uk

W: alistairhamilton.co.uk

JOSHUA MILES

Joshua Miles Art Studio, 57 Castle Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JD

T: 07787 734 035 E: info@joshuamiles.art

W: www.joshuamiles.art Joshua Miles joshua_miles_artist

I use photography to create work full of pattern, detail and texture based on the natural and human-made environment. My subjects are often things in plain sight that go unnoticed. I want my work to give others an idea how the world appears to me.

What to expect: A warm welcome to my studio space that I share with my partner. There will be lots of work from cards to framed pieces. I can demonstrate and explain the hardware and software tools and techniques that I use to create my work.

£2.50 - £300

Recommendation: The Masonic Arms, next door at 19 Castle Street. CAMRA recommended for beer and 250 varieties of gin.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: In the centre of Kirkcudbright: from the Harbour Square, head towards the castle, then turn half-left into Castle Street. No 17 is on the left next to the Masonic Arms.

Accessibility: There is one very small step at our entrance door. Access to the smaller back room is narrow. On-street parking right outside.

what3words: ///crypt.shed.mornings

I am a full time artist/printmaker who specialises in hand made limited edition reduction linocuts. I am inspired by the impressionists style of mark making and Japanese selective rolling techniques. My passion is capturing the play of light moving over landscapes or found in reflexions.

What to expect: My studio is an old shop with large windows which are my work stations where I demonstrate my process showing how I use my tools and printing press. I exhibit my current framed works and a large stock of unframed works.

£100 - £700

Recommendation:

Just across the road from me is The Garret Hotel that does meals and has a large beer garden.

Directions: My studio is on the corner of High street and Castle Street with the castle being at the opposite end of the street and in view of the car park.

Accessibility: My studio has direct access from the street with the door on street level.

what3words: ///finders.sniff.bombshell

IAN CAMERON-SMITH

34 LUCY HADLEY

Riverside Mills Workshop, Beaconsfield Place, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4DP

T: 07803 228 504 E: ian@cameronsmithdesigns.co.uk

W: cameronsmithdesigns.co.uk CameronSmithDesigns

Working to commission for corporate and private clients, or purely for my own pleasure, I create unusual furniture and sculptural pieces, with a particular passion for chairs. Adding other materials to the mix such as glass, steel or bone expands the boundaries of what’s possible.

What to expect: Expect the unexpected and the bizarre, and prepare to be amazed at the scale, quality, and intrigue of my works. Enjoy the sight, touch, and scent of the raw timber; study and hold the woodworking tools in my contemporary, spacious workshop.

St Mary's Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4DN

T: 07595 465 258 W: www.lucyhadley.com

E: hello@lucyhadley.com lucyhadleyillustration

My work comes from my direct experiences in nature, captured as a photograph, audio, words or sketch in my sketchbook. I use these direct experiences as the starting point for my wildlife themed home and giftware collections.

What to expect: Visitors will see my latest small batch homeware designs, hot off the press, along with framed prints, pencil sketches and a small selection of my sketchbooks.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: A visit to the Station House Cookery School is a must, followed by Kirkcudbright Galleries to view the amazing WASPS Exhibition.

Directions: Arriving in Kirkcudbright via A711, St Mary Street, turn right onto Bridge Street, then second left onto Beaconsfield Place. My workshop is on the left within Riverside Mills.

Accessibility: Workshop is on ground floor; ramp access will be provided. Disabled parking outside workshop. Toilet is on first floor so is not accessible.

what3words: ///solved.saved.excuse

Recommendation: There is a lovely circular walk along the River Dee, which takes you to Tongland Bridge and views of the beautiful Tongland Hydro building. Look out for house martins dancing in the sky.

Directions: My studio shop is on the right hand side of St Mary's Street as you head into Kirkcudbright from Tongland, located on the corner of Bridge Street.

Accessibility: My studio shop is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible.

what3words: ///relations.beats.snuggle

£400 - £6,000

£3 - £300

MORAG MACPHERSON

Shepherdess Cottage, Banks, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4XF

T: 07734 421 029 E: info@moragmacpherson.com

W: www.moragmacphersontextiles.com Morag.Macpherson

My fascination for textiles – from original, digitally printed, repurposed, to naturally dyed and everything inbetween –continues to thrive at my home and garden studio, where I have the freedom to experiment and research. My love for art history and anthropology is prevalent as inspiration.

What to expect: My home and garden studio at Shepherdess Cottage will have an eclectic mix of original, hand dyed, ecoprinted, digitally printed and repurposed textiles – patchworked into art wear or as limited edition accessories. Experiments from recent collaborations will be on show with work for sale.

£20 - £500

Recommendation: Artists & Makers Cooperative at 67 St Mary Street has a great mix of applied artists from all over our region with work for sale.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: Drive through Kirkcudbright towards Mutehill and up the hill, turn left at ‘Banks’ sign. Drive along the path, past big house, through farm courtyard and my cottage sits in a field to the right.

Accessibility: A short garden walk slightly down hill with hand bannister. Two steps at bottom take you into the cottage which is one storey on flat.

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JAY RUBINSTEIN

West Kirkcarswell House, Dundrennan, Nr Kirkcudbright, DG6 4QW

T: 01557 500215 E: jrubinstein@pobox.com

W: www.jrubinstein.co.uk madebyJayR rubinstein463

I'm drawn to images of metamorphosis and ambiguity, often inspired by a poem or story. I try to suggest shapes rather than making them explicit. A flame can also be a feather or a bird the body of a fish.

What to expect: I'll be displaying a range of mobiles from large ones to smaller more personal ones. I'd be delighted to talk to people about my work and demonstrate the materials, tools and equipment. There will also be a chance to play with cardboard mobile kits.

£50 - £2,200

Recommendation: Auchencairn Community shop is a great place for home cooked food and a lovely place to meet.

Directions: From Auchencairn, follow the A711 past the Wickerman. Take the next right-hand turn. We're the third house on the right, with metal gates and a sign on the post.

Accessibility: The parking is a gravel drive which is level with the studio floor but the toilet access is a little narrow for a wheelchair.

what3words: ///alongside.cupboards.wrenching

KIRKCUDBRIGHT GALLERIES

Kirkcudbright Galleries, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4AA

T: 01557 331276 E: kirkcudbrightgalleries@dumgal.gov.uk

W: www.kirkcudbrightgalleries.org.uk Kirkcudbright Galleries

Kirkcudbright Galleries is a regional art gallery of national significance. The Galleries opened in June 2018: a high quality, architect-designed venue, presenting the story of Kirkcudbright’s art heritage in an innovative and engaging way alongside a varying temporary historical and contemporary exhibition programme. The exciting range of displays on offer ensures that visitors and local people return to the gallery time and again, each time seeing something new. Kirkcudbright Galleries is open all year and attracts around 50,000 visits per year. The site is run by Dumfries and Galloway Council Arts and Museums service. The site also hosts the Kirkcudbright Galleries Café which is a local enterprise and has proven to be popular.

Directions: Kirkcudbright Galleries is situated opposite the church and beside the bowling green. The main car park in Kirkcudbright is located in the Harbour Square, from which the Galleries is only a 5 minute walk away.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

what3words: ///ribcage.condense.erupts

JENNIE ASHMORE

Wellwood, 2 Bakery Street, Auchencairn, DG7 1RN

T: 07876 273 550 E: jennie@leafworks.co.uk Leafworks Leafworksjennie

My work continues to highlight the natural world using pressed leaves and flowers. I create leaf collages, often combining the natural materials with paint, oil crayons, rubbings and inks made from natural materials.

What to expect: I collect and press leaves and flowers from the local area and from my garden, I will demonstrate all aspects of my practice and my garden will be open to view special plants I use for my work and the view of Bengairn.

ANNE WAGGOT KNOTT

Wellwood, 2 Bakery Street, Auchencairn, DG7 1RN

E: a.waggot@gmail.com

W: www.charliealphastudio.com knottintheoffice Anne Waggot Knott - Artist

A printmaker and geographer, I am rewilding my work this year. Delving deeper into the landscape, I am pairing printmaking with playful experiential elements including digital photography, film and sculpture. This brings a new aesthetic: rich, absorbing pieces with strong human-environment connections.

What to expect: Expect the unexpected. Art with a glorious sense of being. Art that is rooted in place, yet takes you on intriguing new journeys. Work inspired by connections with some of our wildest landscapes and ideas. Plus a miniature pop-up cinema, a warm welcome, and inspiring conversations.

£2.50 - £400

Recommendation:

Balcary Bay Hotel near Auchencairn; The Torr point walk along the sea shore from the football field.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: Bakery Street is off the bottom of Main Street, just past the jubilee lamp at the junction with the A711.

Accessibility: Back door flat access, front door six steps. Studio on ground floor, Gallery on first floor. Some works captioned/audio described. Differentlyabled visitors can pre-book a private slot.

what3words: ///dealings.create.rant

Recommendation:

Auchencairn Community Shop and Café for hot and cold food and drinks, wifi, crafts and local produce (Mon-Sat). Accessible toilet.

Directions: Bakery Street is off the bottom of Main Street, just past the jubilee lamp at the junction with the A711.

Accessibility: Back door flat access, front door six steps. Studio on ground floor, Gallery on first floor. Some works captioned/audio described. Differently-abled visitors can pre-book a private slot.

what3words: ///dealings.create.rant

£6 - £600

JANET IBBOTSON

5 Main Street, Auchencairn, Nr Castle Douglas, DG7 1QU

T: 01556 640552 E: info@janetibbotson.co.uk

W: www.janetibbotson.co.uk

I design and make beautiful garments which can also be made to measure. I cut my own patterns, and do all my own sewing. I also paint watercolours some of which I turn into embroideries for the sheer cashmere scarves that I also make.

What to expect: The delightfully cluttered studio is filled with fabrics, patterns, scissors, (many) colours and textures... and light.

LUCY LEE

The Old Mill, Port Road, Palnackie, DG7 1PQ

T: 07926 454 829 E: lucyleemail@gmail.com

W: www.theoldmillpalnackie.com lucyleeartist

I am a mixed media artist based in the port village of Palnackie. I make most of my own art materials from plants I've grown, foraged or other materials such as stones and shells. I also repurpose old bits and pieces to create my work.

What to expect: Visitors to my studio will see finished work, workin-progress and my sketchbooks. I will also be demonstrating making various art materials from mulling paint to making paper, with the possibility for visitors to have a go – something all ages can get involved in.

15% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation:

Earths Crust bakery in Castle Douglas.

Directions: Situated at the bottom of the hill in Auchencairn, the studio is at the end of my garden which is full of flowers, scented, and overlooks the Hass Burn.

Accessibility: A sloping driveway leads to a path through the small garden. There are four steps up into the studio. Only on-street parking.

what3words: ///rejoiced.raft.crafted

Recommendation: The Flounders Cafe in the village serves a delicious lunch and can be found on Glen Road.

Directions: Palnackie is on the left on the A711 coming from Dalbeattie and on the right coming from Auchencairn. The Old Mill is signposted from the centre of the village.

Accessibility: My studio can be accessed by a rough track to the side of the building. This reduces the amount of steps.

what3words: ///over.hours.equity

£150 - £980

£1 - £500

JULIAN FRANCIS

Woodend, Gelston, Castle Douglas, DG7 1SH

T: 01556 504150 E: julian@ofrancis1.plus.com

SUZANNE STUART DAVIES

Woodend, Gelston, Castle Douglas, DG7 1SH

T: 07532 230 065 E: suzanne@muiryhillarts.co.uk

W: www.suzannestuartdavies.co.uk

I make thrown and hand built high fired earthenware ceramic forms, both functional and sculptural, often as a response to specific collaborative projects.

What to expect: A ceramics and mixed media workshop with finished pieces and work-in-progress as well as examples and explanations of the techniques involved in the making of my work.

One of the lovely rivers flowing into the Solway Firth is the Esk. I plan new work on the theme of artists’ pathways, walking its banks. Evidence, arising out of previous series on the Solway, will be on display.

What to expect: Journey books to browse; working materials; paintings on display alongside ceramics by Julian Francis; cushions and card packs. A sale corner of previous work too, all in lovely Gelston Village Hall.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Threave Gardens, walks through the Threave estate.

Directions: From Castle Douglas take the B736 and then the right turn at the junction with the B727 to Gelston, look out for the Village Hall and the Spring Fling signs.

Accessibility: Fully accessible.

what3words: ///tributes.scout.geek

Recommendation: Wildlfowl & Wetland Trust, Caerlaverock, coffee and snacks are available.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Castle Douglas take the B736 and then the right turn at the junction with the B727 to Gelston and look out for the Village Hall and Spring Fling Signs.

Accessibility: Fully accessible.

what3words: ///tributes.scout.geek

£10 - £500

£10 - £500

KIM AYRES

Meikle Knox House, Castle Douglas, DG7 1NS

T: 07971 969 953 E: kim@kimayres.co.uk

W: kimayres.co.uk kimayresphotography

44 MAGGIE AYRES

Meikle Knox House, Castle Douglas, DG7 1NS

T: 07815 528 827 E: maggie@maggieayres.co.uk

W: maggieayres.co.uk maggieayresart

I'm a creative, professional, portrait and narrative photographer, creating powerful images for individuals and businesses. Sometimes theatrical, sometimes cinematic, sometimes just observational, I use light, line and form to convey a sense of story – of something more going on than is immediately seen.

What to expect: How to make your face more camera friendly! Live demonstrations on the hour every hour while open across the weekend. Plus exclusive special offers for visitors only. Also see examples of my work, ask questions, start discussions and let your imagination run wild.

£300 -

Recommendation:

In House Chocolates in Castle Douglas does the best hot chocolate in the region, and has a wide range of coffees too.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: Leave Castle Douglas on the A745 to Dalbeattie, turn left after 1.2miles. Take Ist right up the hill. Meikle Knox is on the right near the top of the hill.

Accessibility: One small step into the venue. Plenty of parking available, including up to 5 spaces immediately in front of the venue.

what3words: ///communal.cheerily.flippers

I am a mixed media artist mainly painting with oils and watercolours. I am also experimenting with the making of earth pigments from locally foraged soil and rock as I set out to explore the relationship of being held in a layered land and ancestry.

What to expect: As well as finished work, I will be showing examples of work-in-progress, sketchbooks and experiments. There will be tools and materials, illustrating the making process of turning rock into paint.

£15 - £3,000

Recommendation: Earth's Crust Bakery in Castle Douglas is an artisan bakery with all manner of baked treats.

10% discount for Friends on original paintings.

Directions: Leave Castle Douglas on the A745 to Dalbeattie, turn left after 1.2miles. Take Ist right up the hill. Meikle Knox is on the right near the top of the hill.

Accessibility: One small step into the venue. Plenty of parking available, including up to 5 spaces immediately in front of the venue.

what3words: ///communal.cheerily.flippers

£3,000

IAN MCKINNELL

The Artist @Burford Antiques, 55-57 King St, Castle Douglas, DG7 1AE

T: 07549 323 523 E: ian@mckinnell.me

W: www.digitalartontherun.co.uk digitalartontherun

My work begins with digital images – found images of surfaces, textures, colours, sometimes much as found but often digitally blended and transformed. Increasingly I transform these images with mixed media and collage to create larger pieces and add further layers of abstraction.

What to expect: As well as the chance to see my process and finished works, I will be working on new pieces in the studio, with the opportunity for you to make your own contribution or direct the development.

£20 - £600

Recommendation: Fifth generation family tailors since 1896, Livingston on King Street is a Castle Douglas institution with world class tailoring to match Saville Row.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: The Artist @ Burford Antiques is easy to find on the main A713 running through Castle Douglas; just up from Livingston tailors.

Accessibility: The main studio is upstairs and there is no lift.

ANGELA LAWRENCE

Clience Studio, 212 King Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1DS

T: 07902 301 883 E: angela@cliencestudio.co.uk cliencestudio

W: www.cliencestudio.co.uk angelalawrencecliencestudio

I love walking – studying the subtle or enhancing effects of light on the coast and hills for capturing on canvas. I'm currently exploring the paths we take to reach our favourite places – especially in Galloway – the way itself being infused with the charm of anticipation and association.

What to expect: A warm welcome and newest oil paintings – mostly representational but evocative. Galloway prints and 2024 calendars alongside work-in-progress, materials and bargains. Watercolours, sketchbooks and video. A “Title” competition for anyone to win a signed print. Free fridge magnets for accompanied children.

10% discount on mounted prints for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: The Fullarton Pop Up Shop, 216 King Street, DG71DS (Supports local theatre –classy charity shop).

what3words: ///animals.driftwood.spirit

Directions: A75 from Dumfries/Stranraer. Enter Castle Douglas by A745/A713 or B736. Clience Studio (by Clocktower) is on crossroads of King St (Main St) with St Andrew St (A713) & B736 Auchencairn.

Accessibility: 90cm wide door, a small ramp up 12cm step. Ramped pavement, and street parking is free within a few metres, when there is space.

what3words: ///delighted.army.agrees

£1 - £1,800

HAZEL CAMPBELL

23 St Andrew Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1EL

T: 07799 565 058 E: hazel@painting-for-pleasure.co.uk

W: www.hazelcampbell.com hazelkcampbell

48 JO GALLANT

Bennan Bank, Mossdale, Castle Douglas, DG7 2NG

T: 07747 623 036 E: jogallantstudio@gmail.com

W: www.jogallant.co.uk Jo Gallant Studio Textiles

I work in a bold, loose style using ink and gouache. I aim to paint the atmosphere of Galloway. Still lives of fruit and vegetables show up regularly, and I’m not averse to a bit of collage.

What to expect: Visitors can see finished and unfinished work and watch me work at a very untidy but informative table. An abundance of bits and pieces i.e Lino prints, interesting brochures and pot plants. Want to try using ink and bamboo? Now’s your chance!

Free packs of greetings cards for Friends.

Recommendation: Harris and Co. 111 King St, Castle Douglas DG7 1LZ. Wonderful wine shop and deli selling all the things we don’t need but want!!

Directions: My studio is between King Street and Queen Street. Follow signs at town clock.

Accessibility: The studio is up a steep stair.

I am surrounded by trees, hills, wildlife and weather. I use dyepainting, appliqué and machine embroidery on cottons, linens, velvet and silk, to reflect the colours, textures and shifting light of the landscape around me as well as the birds which inhabit it.

What to expect: My studio with its sewing machines, materials, sketchbooks and work-in-progress has views out over the landscape which inspires me. There will be cushions, scarves and wall-hangings for sale and I will be happy to explain my techniques and processes.

10% off full-price cushions over the event.

Recommendation: The Smithy, New Galloway serves teas, coffees and lunches beside a very pretty burn.

what3words: ///elated.swimsuits.normal

Directions: On the A762, 1 mile north of Mossdale and 4 miles south of New Galloway.

Accessibility: There is some parking close to the studio which is on the ground floor with no steps but with raised thresholds.

what3words: ///reliving.rifled.material

£200 - £800

£32 - £900

KERRY MORRISON

The Byre, Corriedoo Forest, St Johns Town of Dalry, DG7 3XH

T: 07801 709 721 E: k.morrison@carboncentre.org

NATALIE VARDEY

The Motte, Balmaclellan, Castle Douglas, DG7 3QE

T: 01644 420634 E: n.vardey@gmail.com

W: www.natalievardey.com Natalie Vardey

Through conspicuous processes of walking, talking, listening, drawing, collecting, and performative actions I explore local landscapes and how we connect to them. Integrating art and ecology, the aim is to bring into existence work that addresses environmental challenges, shared experiences, and unfolding narratives.

What to expect: Ever wondered about peatlands and why they matter? Inside a Galloway Byre you’ll encounter an immersive installation created to stimulate multiple conversations about peat, our rare peatland habitats, and peatland restoration.

Recommendation:

The Clachan Inn, Main Street, Dalry. Great food and friendly pub.

Directions: On the A702, 8 miles from Moniaive and 4 miles from Dalry, is Corriedoo Forest. Drive down the forest track and The Byre is the first building on the left.

Accessibility: The Byre complies with Building Regulations and is fully accessible. There is parking available at the Byre and as you enter the Forest.

what3words: ///introduce.factored.blogs

I work in precious metals. Weaving tiny stitches in silver thread is absorbing and working in gold is a delight. Making rings, articulated brooches and well balanced necklaces is satisfying and fun, but ultimately the results must be well-finished, functional, comfortable and unique.

What to expect: A different venue (just for Spring Fling) this year, with collections of jewellery in sparkly cabinets for all ages, a working replica of my bench, tools, work-in-progress, techniques, samples, archive pieces, images and, if there's a lull, I may even be working!

Recommendation: Balmaclellan shop supports local suppliers, has a cashpoint, hot and cold snacks and lots more. Sat: 9-4pm, Sun: 9-11am, Mon: 9-probably 4pm.

Directions: I am at The Motte in Balmaclellan village just for Spring Fling. It's 3 doors down from the hall or up from the shop if heading towards Corsock and Crocketford.

Accessibility: On-street parking. Small gravel drive with a ramp over 1 step to the door. All on one level inside, including toilet.

what3words: ///minivans.employ.admits

£18 - £900

FITCH & McANDREW

1 Auchenvey Cottages, Corsock, Castle Douglas, DG7 3ED

T: 07789 735 398 E: info@fitchandmcandrew.co.uk

W: www.fitchandmcandrew.co.uk fitchandmcandrew

ADAM BOOTH

Pipers Forge, Kirkpatrick Durham, Castle Douglas, DG7 3HQ

T: 07748 537 219 E: adam@pipersforge.com

We are a husband and wife team of 8 years, each with a previous 12 years of individual practise before we combined forces. We make slipware pots from our workshop at home in the Galloway countryside.

What to expect: Visitors to our workshop can see the paraphernalia of pottery making. Clays and slips, wheels, tools and moulds, slip trailers and kilns. There will be pots in progress and finished pots alongside displays of some of our historic pottery collection to explain our influences.

£20 - £2,400

Recommendation: Galloway Flowers. Rosie at Galloway Flowers is a fascinating grower of beautiful flowers.

5% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Corsock village head west along the A712 for 1.5 miles. We are on the left opposite a white cottage, the first of two pairs of wooden houses.

Accessibility: We have a small step into the showroom and two steps into the main workshop.

what3words: ///unpainted.toggle.titles

I design and create hot forged contemporary ironwork for both architectural and sculptural use. My passion for blacksmithing is as strong today as it was when I started Pipers Forge 38 years ago.

What to expect: Visitors will have a chance to see all the tools and equipment used in my work, I will be on hand to explain all the processes and thoughts that go into creating my designs and a slide show of previous commissions.

W: www.pipersforge.com P.O.A.

Recommendation: Spring Fling Cafe pop up in Village Hall provides excellent cakes, light snacks and coffee.

Directions: The Spring Fling entrance to the forge with be on St Davids Street (with the red phone box) the first driveway on the right hand side.

Accessibility: Easy level access.

what3words: /// revolts.banter.thumb

PAMELA GRACE

The Bothy (KPD Recreation Field), 23 Victoria Street, Kirkpatrick

Durham, DG7 3HQ E: info@pamelagrace.co.uk T: 01556 650498

W: www.pamelagrace.co.uk pamelagraceprintmaker

I am an artist and printmaker based in Galloway. My work is based on drawing, recording the landscape across the seasons. Sketchbooks inform my work allowing me to develop my on-site observations into etchings, lithographs, or larger pen and ink paintings.

What to expect: Work on display will include recent paintings in watercolour, pen and ink, a wide range of editioned etchings –some hand-coloured – lithographs and monoprints. Sketchbooks and visual information on techniques and working methods will be displayed, along with my etching press, tools and printing plates.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling on selected prints.

Recommendation:

Spring Fling Cafe pop-up in Village Hall provides excellent cakes, light snacks, tea and coffee.

Directions: From Springholm on the A75 follow signposts for Kirkpatrick Durham. 23 Victoria Street is halfway up the village on the left; a short narrow lane leads to the Bothy.

Accessibility: Venue is accessible from Church Road entrance to recreation field with parking near The Bothy. The interior floor is a little uneven.

what3words: ///dove.newsreel.kickers

ALLAN WRIGHT

29 Victoria St, Kirkpatrick Durham, Castle Douglas, DG7 3HQ

T: 07946 053 514 E: info@allanwrightphoto.com

W: www.allanwrightphoto.com allanwrightphoto

I am an established Scottish landscape photographer primarily working with Scottish landform, heritage and nature. I also have a passion for abstract and street work. My work is presented in both published and gallery contexts. I also offer tutorial workshops through Shambellie House, New Abbey.

What to expect: I offer an extensive range of archival quality giclee prints in a range of styles including very large format. Visitors will see a working studio, slide shows and framed prints displayed in a home context. Books, cards and calendars will also be on offer.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: 1/2 mile stroll north to Loch Patrick on the back road offers a classic lowland Galloway landscape experience.

Directions: From Springholm (A75) on left about half way into village next to Clare Dawdry Pottery. From Castle Douglas turn right at crossroads then 80m down on right.

Accessibility: There is a high step through front door, so not good for wheelchair access.

what3words: ///fixtures.locate.indulgent

£55 - £650

£2.50 - £400

CLARE DAWDRY

56 SALLY JENNINGS

33 Victoria Street, Kirkpatrick Durham, Castle Douglas, DG7 3HQ

T: 07789 348 477 E: info@wemakepots.com wemakepots

W: www.wemakepots.com Clare Dawdry - We Make Pots

I make functional and decorative stoneware ceramics that are well crafted and a pleasure to use. Recently I have been exploring the use of coloured slips and sgraffito techniques in decoration.

What to expect: As well as my finished pots, expect to see demonstrations and examples of work in various stages of production.

A free pocket-sized pot for the first ten Friends to make a purchase.

Recommendation:

Pop up cafe in the village hall, serving excellent soup and home baking in support of village charities.

Directions: From Springholm village on the A75, follow signposts for Kirkpatrick Durham. 33 Victoria Street is halfway up the village on the left hand side.

Accessibility: Door at street level. The traditional doorway is quite narrow. There are two kerb stones directly outside but the pavement levels vary further up. All on one level once inside.

what3words: ///multiples.stored.chair

Kirkpatrick Durham Church, 51 Church Road, Kirkpatrick Durham, DG7 3HB E: sallyjennings3@gmail.com

T: 07703 742 612

W: sallyjennings.co.uk sallyjennings_art

My practice spans oil-painting, printmaking, and installation, with a central focus on the fluidity and uncertainty of the world around us. The abstract forms within my work are adaptations of images found in the natural world, as well as symbols from esoteric and religious beliefs.

What to expect: Work on display will include oil paintings, screen prints, lithographs and photographic prints. Also expect to see works-in-progress, sketchbooks and experimentation.

£5 - £2,500

A free postcard-sized print for the first ten Friends to make a purchase.

Recommendation: Pop up cafe in the village hall, serving excellent soup and home baked goods.

Directions: From Springholm on the A75 follow signposts for Kirkpatrick Durham. Turn left at the cross roads in the village, the church and car park are on the left.

Accessibility: The church car park is a short walk from the door. The path to the church may vary in level but it is all one level inside.

what3words: ///rely.cafe.dusters

£8 - £300

KAREN MCSKIMMING

Crocketford Village Hall, A712, Crocketford, Nr. Dumfries, DG2 8RA

T: 07724 641 859 E: artfulregards@btinternet.com

W: www.artfulregards.co.uk Artful Regards

I am a self taught, pet portrait artist. Dogs, Big Bonnie Beastie Heelin’ Coos, (other cows are available) Cats, pet cetera etc. Working mainly off photos but love tae meet subjects in the flesh. Eyes are the windows to the soul. Come see me.

What to expect: Throughout the three days (also Sunday till 8pm) visitors will find me either painting or talking (big possibility I’ll be doing both!). Originals, prints, cards and other merchandise available to buy. Fancying a dog commission? Bring your pooch along to meet me and let’s chat.

£2.50 - £650

Recommendation: Galloway Arms Hotel – tasty bar lunches to evening meals, or just that well deserved pint!

T: 01556 690248

Directions: Travel along the A75 into Crocketford. In the middle of the village, turn left coming from Castle Douglas direction OR right coming from Dumfries direction, onto the A712. The Village Hall is on the left.

Accessibility: Very accessible. Double doors. No steps. Disabled parking. Disabled toilets.

what3words: ///zeal.disco.perusing

THE GALLERY AT LAURIESTON

The Gallery at Laurieston, Laurieston, Castle Douglas, DG7 2PW

T: 01644 450235 E: phil@pmcphotography.co.uk GalleryAtLaurieston

The Gallery at Laurieston is situated in the heart of wonderful Galloway and offers a warm welcome to friends and visitors to high quality art and craft from some of the region's finest artists and makers. The gallery has been established for over 17 years and is a firm supporter of both SF and the local economy. The gallery celebrates Galloway! Artists and makers include: Amanda Simmons, Fitch & McAndrew, Pamela Grace, Grahame Young, Phil McMenemy, Elizabeth Gault and many more. New artists are always welcome and the ever-changing displays maintain the gallery's freshness.

The gallery also has a small coffee shop serving locally-baked cakes, scones and traybakes and wonderful coffees and looseleafed teas – including a sitting-out area for those with fourlegged companions. You would be most welcome to come celebrate Galloway with us. Enjoy your Spring Fling!!!

Directions: Situated in the centre of Laurieston village along the C13 road. Travelling north from Castle Douglas, left off the A713 onto the B795 then 4 miles to the village.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

what3words: ///certainly.devotion.conspire

10% discount off all commissions booked over the weekend.

THE OLD MILL GALLERY

The Old Mill, Port Road, Palnackie, DG7 1PQ

T: 01556 600526 E: theoldmillgallery@gmail.com

W: www.theoldmillpalnackie.com oldmillpalnackie

The Old Mill is a gallery, bookshop, garden and studio housed in one of the oldest buildings in the port village of Palnackie. In the gallery are works by the resident artists, Edward and Lucy Campbell, as well as from various local artists and crafts people. Visitors will find artworks, cards and prints for sale, alongside a curated selection of books.

Edward and Lucy host creative workshops in the studio above the gallery which focus on making art materials from the natural environment. The studio will be open for the Spring Fling weekend and visitors to The Old Mill will have the chance to have a go at making and testing out our hand-made art materials.

We will be running a pop-up café in the gallery throughout, fingers crossed for glorious weather so you can enjoy a coffee and slice of cake in our garden.

Directions: The Old Mill can be found on the A711 coming from either Dalbeattie or Auchencairn. The direction of the gallery will be marked at the crossroads in the centre of the village.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

what3words: ///over.hours.equity

LOUISA BIRDSALL

Millbrae House, Rockcliffe, Dalbeattie, DG5 4QG

T: 07736 061 513 E: louisabirdsalldesigns@gmail.com

Louisa Birdsall Designs louisabirdsall_designs

I am an illustrator and designer; I take inspiration from my local surroundings and nature. I recently graduated from Grays School of Art, Aberdeen; that is where I discovered my passion lies where my roots are, Rockcliffe, the coast and wildlife of Dumfries & Galloway.

What to expect: At my studio, you will see a variety of work, poster designs, illustrated maps and animal illustrations. Visitors can look at my sketchbooks and designs. My studio is a bright conservatory and is a short stroll to the beach.

£2 - £200

Recommendation: Local walks along the coastline and a 30 min stroll to Kippford for coffee and cake at The Ark.

Directions: Follow the A710 to Colvend and turn off into Rockcliffe, follow the road till you see a sign for Millbrae House on the right-hand side before you get to the beach.

Accessibility: Steps to the main door, alternative door with level entry. Gravel driveway, small step to the bathroom.

what3words: ///nickname.cats.steady

PHILIPPA SINCLAIR

Colvend Public Hall, Colvend, Dalbeattie, DG5 4QD

T: 07769 336 879 E: philippasinclair.art@gmail.com

W: philippasinclair-art.com philippasinclairart

I paint mainly using water-based pigments transcribing the chosen idiom in a bold bright and expressive style. I am influenced and informed by past icons such as Cezanne and Matisse.

What to expect: My studio will reflect my working practice. All my tools such as brushes, paints, paper, photographs, books, studioartefacts glass that inspire and develop my work will be visible. There will be finished and in-progress work on and off easels as well as textile mixed media projects.

£50 - £2,200

Recommendation: Colvend Shop and Cafe. Part deli part shop always welcoming and delicious.

10% off any two items bought.

Directions: Colvend Public Hall is adjacent to Colvend Shop and Cafe on the A710 south of Dalbeattie.

Accessibility: Highly accessible from the road.

KATE BENTLEY

Barnhourie Farm, Sandyhills, Nr Colvend, Dalbeattie, DG5 4PU

T: 07761 183 908 E: kate@katebentley.co.uk katebentley21

W: www.katebentley.co.uk Kate Bentley Art

I'm a professional painter and a member of the Society of Women Artists and regularly exhibit in London at The Mall Galleries, Gallery Different, Art Fairs, The Whitehouse Gallery (Kirkcudbright), Edinburgh Art Fair, Scottish Royal Academy.

What to expect: My paintings fall into 2 categories: studio paintings mainly involve working from my imagination, often with narrative undertones; and my en plein-air paintings fuel this output. I enjoy both aspects and each is important in developing my practice. Expect to see experimental and traditional paintings.

Set of greetings cards to every Friend + 5% off.

Directions: From Sandyhills car park, (beach, toilets, bus stop), head up the hill towards Colvend for 300m. Signposted ’Barnhourie Lodges and Farm', go up a track on the right. After 100m take the right fork.

Accessibility: My studio is fully accessible for people with mobility issues.

what3words: ///duty.being.flask

what3words: ///deferring.rejoin.tingled

£2 - £5,000

MARK WELLAND

Whitecroft Farm, Dalbeattie, DG5 4PG

T: 07973 908 955 E: art@markwelland.co.uk

W: markwelland.co.uk markwellandart markwellandart

ALAN CAMERON

Flaxmere Cottage, Southwick, Dumfries, DG2 8AL

T: 07962 274 900 E: hello@alancameron.studio

W: www.alancameron.studio a_s_cam

My practice traverses photography and painting, exploring a single oak tree in its landscape. I’m a member of Free Painters and Sculptors and have exhibited and gained awards at The Mall Galleries, Bankside Gallery, Society of Botanical Artists, Affordable Art Fairs (London), Edinburgh Art Fair.

What to expect: One Oak Tree with endless creative possibilities. I’ll be showing pieces and discussing practice, which explores image making bound in or with resin. Using mixed media and ideas drawn from favourite artists or contemporary themes to evoke the different experiences while documenting the oak tree.

£2 - £3,500

Recommendation: The Heart Stone, Dalbeattie Forest; Colvend Shop and Café; or Sandyhills Beach and coastal path.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Caulkerbush take the B793 to Dalbeattie. After 2.5 miles, rounding the bend, the entrance is on the left by the postbox. Continue down the track to Whitecroft for 700m.

Accessibility: A step up into the studio. Steep stairs to upper studio.

what3words: ///sober.beep.hamster

Within my printmaking practice, I work primarily with local found and reclaimed timber. My print process draws on historic techniques, and also delves into the history of the wood itself, using each year of its development as part of my mark making.

What to expect: There will be a selection of relief prints on show, these are printed by hand directly from the cross sections of sawn wood. I will also be doing live demonstrations on the process of burning the wood to reveal the natural grain.

£1 - £800

Recommendation: The Steamboat Inn, Carsethorn.

Directions: Coming from Caulkerbush, head north passing Southwick Parish Church on your left. Continue for 1 mile, just after a small white cottage on your right there is a right turn.

Accessibility: Fully accessible gallery space, 3 steps up to studio.

what3words: ///silly.highbrow.height

LINDA HADFIELD

Woodholm, Keswick Drive, Southerness, Dumfries, DG2 8AZ

T: 07851 519 349 E: linda@lindaglassart.com

W: www.lindaglassart.com Linda-Glassart

Stained Glass is “Painting with Light”. Coloured, mouldedmanipulated glass has the power to transform the most mundane and plain corners of a space when hung in a window and seen throughout differing times of day. Each panel changes to reflect the light from outside.

What to expect: A gallery of some of my works. Practical demonstrations of glass cutting and leading. I produce my work by individually cutting and mounting each piece of glass onto a large fixed toughened frame of glass allowing me to observe how each interacts.

£10 - £2,500

Recommendation:

The Tea Caddy, Southerness.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From the A710 between Kirkbean and Southwick follow Southerness signage. In the village turn left into Sandy Lane – before Paul Jones Hotel. Second right into Keswick Drive. Studio is adjacent to a curved roof house.

Accessibility: Level and ramped access throughout.

what3words: ///ringers.savings.birthdays

AILSA BLACK

Merlin, Carsethorn, Dumfries, DG2 8DS

T: 07789 128 833 E: hello@ailsablack.com

W: www.ailsablack.com ailsablackart ailsablackart

I'm inspired by the sea, animals and Galloway. I have exhibited at the Royal Glasgow Institute and Paisley Art Institute. You will see my art on gifts in high street stores. Winner of Calendar of the Year/Best Jigsaw to do during Lockdown by The Independent.

What to expect: I have a large ground floor studio by the sea. There will be a selection of paintings, prints and gifts including cards, textiles, clocks, placemats etc. Work-in-progress will be on the easel and there will be free colouring-in sheets for adults and children.

Recommendation: Stop at the RSPB nature reserve at Mersehead for tips on wildlife spotting and a coastal walk.

Directions: Follow the A710 coast road to Kirkbean. Turn off for Carsethorn. Follow the dead-end road to the village. The studio is on the right hand side before the Steamboat Inn.

Accessibility: Two steps up into the garden.

what3words: ///professes.lately.eyelid

£2 - £2,000

VAL MACADAM

2 Midtown Cottages, Kirkbean, Dumfries, DG2 8DL

T: 01387 880755 E: val_macadam@outlook.com

W: www.valmacart.com valmacadamart val_macadam_art

My drawings are illustrative in nature with a strong visual narrative, inspired by country life, memories and wordplay. With the detail, energy and humour in my quirky style I endeavour to create cheerful and uplifting images that I hope make people smile!

What to expect: Visitors will see sketchbooks, a time-lapse of work-in-progress and finished drawings including small and affordable pieces. There will be a Tools of the Trade Treasure Hunt (for giant-sized tools), a Crayon Count Competition and Colouringin Corner. There’s also a lovely view to enjoy!

10% off for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Abbey Cottage Tearoom on Main Street, New Abbey has delicious scones and cakes and serves light lunches too!

Directions: My studio is on the A710 between New Abbey and Kirkbean. Turn up the farm road at the sign MIDTOWN. Before reaching the farm, just after the double gates, turn right.

Accessibility: Access to my studio is by steps or a sloping path.

what3words: ///widely.perkily.similar

CAROLINE MCGONIGAL

Shambellie House, New Abbey, DG2 8HQ

T: 07565 966 069 E: carolinemcgonigalartist@gmail.com

W: www.carolinemcgonigalartist.co.uk CarolineMcGonigalArtist

My work is influenced by water and the ephemeral in nature. I enjoy working in thin layers of oil to create interest and depth in my paintings and they often lean towards the abstract.

What to expect: Come and learn about the unusual materials I use, as well as the methods I employ in creating my work. There will be a range of work available from small giclee prints to larger original oils.

£15 - £900

Recommendation: Broughton House in Kirkcudbright, the 18th Century home of E.A.Hornel and the lovely Japanese inspired gardens there too.

Directions: Taking the A170 from Dumfries, Shambellie House is on your right shortly before New Abbey.

Accessibility: There is a short flight of stairs from the entrance which has a stair lift. There are accessible toilets.

what3words: ///rises.picturing.sensitive

£5 - £1,500

RUTH CLAYTON

Shambellie House, New Abbey, DG2 8HQ

T: 07742 543 371 E: hello@ruthclaytonartist.com

W: ruthclaytonartist.com ruthclayton.artist

RACHEL ASHCROFT

Killymingan Farm, Kirkgunzeon, Dumfries, DG2 8LE

T: 07934 117 046 E: rachel.ashcroft@gmail.com

W: www.womanofthewoods.org dgwomanofthewoods

I am a watercolourist who loves to capture the energy of the sea. I work large and use special techniques to achieve different textures, including clingfilm, a toothbrush, a palette knife, and a spray bottle. I love to let the paint 'do its own thing'.

What to expect: It's all in the planning! I use my own planning process before painting. Watch me go through the whole process of colour mixing and composing. The colour I use most is blue, so visit me and immerse yourself in a cool blue but energetic experience.

Recommendation: New Abbey Corn Mill is an 18th century milll which does guided tours about milling oatmeal. Booking recommended.

Directions: Taking the A170 from Dumfries, Shambellie House is on your right shortly before New Abbey.

Accessibility: There is a short flight of stairs from the entrance which has a stair lift. There are accessible toilets.

what3words: ///rises.picturing.sensitive

As a Fine Art graduate re-trained to work with wood, my aesthetic approach to the material is sculptural. I see the shapes, colours and patterns in the grain – all of these natural qualities are brought to the surface through my skills, knowledge and creativity.

What to expect: A woman working with locally sourced hard woods and foraged drift wood. You will see the way that I work, utilising hand tools and machinery in my new workshop. How I transform raw materials into beautifully designed objects to own, use and treasure.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Loch Arthur Farm Shop, Beeswing – Delicious food, cake and coffee. Part of a Camphill Community where I work part time.

Directions: Follow signs for Kirkgunzeon from A711. Pass the primary school on your left, take first left after leaving the village. You will come to the farm steading on your left.

Accessibility: Workshop, which is on ground level with big sliding doors. Slight step, with ramp for wheelchair access.

what3words: ///billiard.courts.tickling

£30 - £600

£5 - £250

ANDY BROOKE

Kinnoull, 6 Roberts Crescent, Dumfries, DG2 7RS

T: 07766 704 196 E: andybrookeglass@gmail.com

W: andy-brooke.pixelrights.com andyljbrooke

I work mainly in stained glass and also enjoy making connections with printmaking and photography. I have made many windows to commission as well as printworks on paper and I like to tell stories in glass and respond to the world we all live in.

What to expect: In my studio you will see glass work-inprogress plus some prints and photos and lots of plans/designs/ sketchbooks. There will be tools and glass to handle and have a go for the intrepid! Maybe a wacky readymade sculpture or two as well...

LAUREN GRAY

Clay Works Studios, Solway House, The Crichton, Dumfries, DG1 4TA

T: 07903 937 741 E: graysceramics@gmail.com

W: www.graysceramics.com graysceramics

I make ceramics for interior spaces. Led by the process, I use porcelain to throw soft undulating forms, which become a canvas for decoration. The applied compositions of colour, lustre and floral patterns are inspired by wildflowers and landscapes in Dumfries & Galloway.

What to expect: During your visit to my studio you will initially be delighted by the beautiful setting within The Crichton. You'll be welcomed into the workshop with offerings of homemade goodies and the chance to see the tools, equipment and processes I use to make my pots.

Recommendation:

I recommend Friars Vennel in Dumfries – the best street for independent food shops and very good value Thai food in Pumpernickel.

Directions: My studio is at 6 Roberts Crescent, on the southern edge of town, just off Pleasance Avenue, opposite Troqueer School. Usually plenty of parking space on the road.

Accessibility: The studio is on the ground floor, accessed along a gravel drive. There are two low steps into the studio. Ground floor toilet.

what3words: ///melts.clauses.romantics

Recommendation: The Boathouse, Glencaple – beautiful setting, delicious lunch.

Directions: From the The Holiday Inn (The Crichton), follow signs for 'SOLWAY' until you see the Clay Works Studio signs.

Accessibility: The studio is all on one level and easy to access. There is plenty of parking right to the studio door.

what3words: ///blog.blotchy.chips

£5 - £500

£25 - £300

WILLIAM SPURWAY

72 JOANNA SHENNAN

Solway House Studios, The Crichton. Bankend Road, Dumfries, DG1 4TA T: 07443 562 129 E: w.spurway@btinternet.com W: williamspurway.wordpress.com william.spurway

When beginning a new body of work, I walk in and observe my chosen landscape, seeking to convey essences of place, particularly the changing seasons. As well as oil and mixed media painting, I make prints portraying the movement of water and reflected light.

What to expect: You will see a range of paintings and prints made here in my studio, works-in-progress, sketchbooks, objects gathered on walks and the tools of my trade. Jo Shennan and I will be running monoprint family workshops, creating images using natural forms, for children and young people aged 6 and over. No experience necessary. Drop in between 1 and 2pm daily.

£25 - £800

Recommendation: Explore the historic Crichton grounds with a grade 2 listed rockery, arboretum and many special plants sent from Calcutta’s Botanical Gardens in the 1920s.

A set of postcards for each Friend.

Directions: From Dumfries take the B725 signposted to Glencaple. At the Gatehouse turn left into the Crichton campus and follow the Spring Fling signs to the car park.

Accessibility: There is parking directly outside. Entrance is via a wheelchair-friendly ramp, studio is completely level throughout.

what3words: ///sourcing.backfired.ounce

Solway House Studios, The Crichton. Bankend Road, Dumfries, DG1 4TA T: 07842 723 786 E: joannacshennan@gmail.com joannashennan

I enjoy working with natural form capturing its ever-changing colour, texture and pattern. Fabric, paper and plaster are my favoured materials at the moment and I am interested in the meeting of the different surfaces they offer when sat side by side.

What to expect: I look forward to welcoming visitors and discussing my work and ideas, sketchbooks, works-in-progress, two dimensional printed patchworks and artists books. My studio displays my inspiration as well as completed work. William Spurway and I will also offer children from 6+ the opportunity to make a monoprint with natural forms between 1 and 2pm daily.

£2.50 - £300

Recommendation: Crichton Central, Crichton Grounds. This cafe is right next to our studio.

I will have complimentary postcards of my work available.

Directions: From Dumfries take the B725 signposted Glencaple turning left into the Crichton Campus at the Gatehouse. Then follow the Spring Fling signs to the car park and studio.

Accessibility: All studios are on the ground floor with ramp for wheelchair access. Toilet not wheelchair accessible.

what3words: ///sourcing.backfired.ounce

ANDREW ADAIR

Solway House Studios, The Crichton, Bankend Rd, Dumfries, DG1 4TA

T: 01387 262084 E: awadair@btinternet.com

W: axisweb.org/artists/andrewadair adair8821

I always try to maintain a playful approach, keen to explore the happy accident and veer off wherever it may lead; this, and the need to allow the material to be clearly manifest in the finished work is key to my process.

What to expect: A variety of work showing different techniques, hand built and wheel thrown, with various glaze finishes and the usual Guess the Weight of the Pot Competition.

HEATHER ARMSTRONG

Linnfield, Collin, Dumfries, DG1 3SA

T: 07850 320 553 heatherarmstrongstudio

W: www.heatherarmstrongstudio.co.uk E: heather@linnfield.co.uk

I hand build sculptural ceramic vessels. Each piece starts with a sketchy plan but the path twists and turns as I pull together form and texture. Energy and colour are added by the transformative alchemy of smoke and fire on the ceramic surface.

What to expect: In my studio I will be working with clay and ceramic at various stages of my process. There will be bisque ware emerging from the kiln and smoke–fired ceramic arising from the ashes of my smoking barrel. Completed work will be on view.

£20 - £250

Recommendation: Kirkonnell Flow Nature Reserve – an impressive example of an ancient raised bog.

Directions: From Dumfries take the B725 signposted Glencaple turning left into the Crichton Campus at the Gatehouse. Then follow the Spring Fling signs to the car park and studio.

Accessibility: There is a short flight of stairs from the entrance which has a stair lift. There are accessible toilets.

what3words: ///sourcing.backfired.ounce

Recommendation: The Kedar Pantry Farm Shop; or Beyond the Burn, Mouswald.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: On the A709 from Dumfries turn right in the village of Torthorwald towards Mouswald. Follow road for 1.2km to studio at white house on left side of road.

Accessibility: Studio is on ground level, accessible from parking area. Doorway is wide enough for wheelchair access.

what3words: ///alive.awake.bells

£20 - £400

MARLY MERLE

Gracefield Arts Centre, 28 Edinburgh Road, Dumfries, DG1 1JQ

T: 07580 290 404 W: www.marlymerle.com

marlymerle E: marlymerlebaker@gmail.com

I am a multidisciplinary artist based in Glasgow, working in wearable sculpture, printmaking, fashion and design. I am interested in exploring new worlds, cities and spaces to create physical artworks that provoke ideas around new and better places in which to exist.

What to expect: On-site photography and found objects inspire concepts and hands-on making. Interpreting the initial 3D process in two dimensions through digital processes leads back to tactile print processes, such as screen printing. Finally, I work back into 3D sculptural/installation form through fabric/wooden structures.

ABBIE LA ROOY

Gracefield Arts Centre, 28 Edinburgh Rd, Dumfries, DG1 1JQ

T: 07772 885 443 E: hello@abbielarooy.com abbielarooy W: abbielarooy.com

I am an emerging ceramic artist, currently exploring the “grotesque”. Working with both commercially and locally sourced clays, I employ traditional techniques – i.e., throwing, pulling, classical surface finishes – to create innovative, unexpected outcomes.

What to expect: An installation of new ceramic objects, located in Room 3, Gracefield Arts Centre. This work has been developed this year with the help of the Emerge mentoring scheme.

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Recommendation: The Stove Network, 100 High St, Dumfries

DG1 2BJ.

Directions: Located round from Dumfries train station, head along Lovers Walk, turning left at lights. Gracefield is signposted up on the right.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible throughout.

what3words: ///arise.taken.gifted

Recommendation: Loch Arthur Farm Shop and Café.

Directions: Head north-east out of Dumfries along Edinburgh Rd/A701, Gracefield Arts Centre is sign posted on the right.

Accessibility: Fully accessible for people with mobility issues.

what3words: ///arise.taken.gifted

£15 - £200

£30

£150

DENISE ZYGADLO

Glenhead , Auldgirth, Dumfries, DG2 0TR

T: 07917 160 866 E: denisezygadlo@btinternet.com

W: www.denisezygadlo.co.uk Denise Zygadlo

The ground floor studio is large and light for making big drawings and canvas work, I use a balcony area for making smaller collages. Through detailed drawings and live photocopied images for transfer printing I explore treasured garments and the relationship between body and cloth.

What to expect: Current projects, prints, materials and work from previous exhibitions will be displayed. I will be delighted to explain my process and the various strands of my work; close drawing, collage and my use of the photocopier. Children and adults may like to add stories about their favourite clothing to the cloth tree.

£10 - £3,000

Recommendation: John Mellis Honey is the best in UK! Find him 1.5 miles further down my road on the right, towards Keir.

10% discount on all sales to Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From A76 turn at Auldgirth towards Penpont/Dunscore. Climb 1 mile, take right fork to Penpont and climb a further 1 mile. Before brow of hill, my studio is on left.

Accessibility: I have a lower and upper studio and outbuildings. I do not have a ramp for the lower studio and there are steep stairs to my upper studio.

what3words: ///reprints.mammoth.equipping

RUTH ELIZABETH JONES

Ainsworth Cottage, Ayr Street, Moniaive, DG3 4HP

T: 01848 200188 E: ruth@jonescc.com

W: ruthelizabethjones.com ruth_elizabeth_jones

I make clay vessels, coil-building and throwing with meditative focus. I use textured clays, raw surfaces and smoke-firing to make statement pieces for interiors and curated collections of pairs and groups.

What to expect: Returning to show in my own studio in the heart of Moniaive for the first time since 2011, visitors will be able to see a selection of my work plus all materials and tools used in the making and firing, including my smoking bins.

£45 - £1,000

Recommendation:

The Hive on Moniaive High Street is a community hub with local crafts, clothes, books and community information.

10% discount on purchases over £100.

Directions: Entering Moniaive on the A702, follow the road through the village and go to the left at the clock tower onto Ayr Street (B729); the studio is 100 yards on the right.

Accessibility: I have a raised threshold at the studio door and the space is narrow so will be difficult for large wheelchairs.

what3words: ///joke.worked.goodnight

SARAH KEAST

Cairnbank, Moniaive, Thornhill, DG3 4EQ

T: 01848 200526 E: info@sarahkeast.co.uk sarahkeastartist

W: www.sarahkeast.co.uk Sarah-Keast-visual-artist

DEBORAH CAMPBELL

The Rooks Gallery, Toll House, Keir Road, Penpont, DG3 4BP

T: 07775 665 771 E: deborah@deborahcampbell.com

W: www.deborahcampbell.com deborahcampbell02

I make mixed media artworks combining drawing, painting and printmaking techniques including screen printing and collograph. I mostly make unique pieces rather than editioned prints. My work is often abstract or semi abstract and relates to the natural environment and our interaction with it.

What to expect: Visitors to my studio will be able to go into my garden studio where I work. I will offer demonstrations with my printmaking equipment during the weekend. I will also have an exhibition of recent work in an adjacent gallery room in my house.

Recommendation:

The George Hotel in Moniaive has recently reopened and is run by Rachel, Julian and family as a friendly cafe.

Directions: From the centre of Moniaive village follow the A702 towards Dalry. Leave the village over the humpback bridge. Keep on the main road. The house is first on the left.

Accessibility: 5 steps to get up to the level of my house from the drive. Disabled visitors are welcome to park in front of the house.

what3words: ///ethic.remaking.sandbags

SPRINGBACK

I create intricate contemporary textiles inspired by Scotland's coastal landscape. I interpret the landscape through print, making unique hand-printed fabrics using various printing techniques. Then using free motion machine embroidery as my drawing tool I combine the fabrics to create fine art mixed media textiles.

What to expect: I will be exhibiting my new collection of fine art textiles and mixed media studies from trips to the Hebrides. I will also be demonstrating some of the printing techniques I use onto fabrics and offer people the opportunity to try different printing techniques – accessible to everyone including children.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation:

The Three Villages Cafe, attached to the Rooks Gallery in Penpont. Great cakes and coffee.

Directions: Heading north out of Thornhill follow signs for Penpont on the left, in 2 miles go past the Penpont war memorial and the gallery is 1st on the left.

Accessibility: Part wheelchair access (e.g. wheelchair access to the gallery but not to the toilet) Parking is on the street.

what3words: ///tall.agency.splendid

£1 - £3,000

£3.50 - £800

ROBYN COVE

14 Glendyne Place, Sanquhar, DG4 6AZ

T: 07540 470 578 E: info@robyncovepottery.co.uk

robyncovepottery W: www.robyncovepottery.co.uk

Working from my home studio I make both functional and decorative pottery. Alongside the blue and white tableware I am known for I will also be showing my new handbuilt decorative vessels for the first time.

What to expect: You can meet me at my studio where I can answer any questions about my work and the making process. There will be pots on exhibition around the studio. You'll have the opportunity to make a pinch pot that you can take away with you.

£5 - £1,000

Recommendation:

A' the Airts, Café and Community Arts & Crafts Centre. 8-12 High Street, Sanquhar.

ANNE BUTLER

Ferndale Studio, Durisdeer, Thornhill, DG3 5BJ T: 07885 052 782 E: annecbutler@gmail.com annebutlerart W: www.annebutlerart.com Annebutlerart

I am a painter and my studio is in the beautiful village of Durisdeer. I mostly work on large canvases in a loose, semi abstract style. I paint landscapes and seascapes. I sometimes paint outdoors and love weather!

What to expect: My studio is very much a workspace. I am not a tidy worker so I display my paintings in a large room in Ferndale. My workspace will be open for visitors to see paintings in-progress and all my materials.

£50 - £1,200

Directions: Enter Sanquhar on the A46 from Dumfries; turn right just before/at the Spar shop. Take the next right to find me on your left further along the same road.

Accessibility: Gravel and 6 wooden steps up into the studio.

what3words: ///hairspray.positive.toasters

Discount for Spring Fling Friends.

Directions: From south. Take A702 Edinburgh, at Carronbridge. Approx. 4 miles to Durisdeer. From north. Take A702 Thornhill. A mile after Durisdeer Mill, look for the sign to Durisdeer on left.

Accessibility: Three steps up into the studio.

what3words: ///bills.unleashed.seated

SAMUEL SPARROW

Old Post Office, 33 Drumlanrig Street, Thornhill, DG3 5LJ

T: 07707 326 000 E: hello@samuelsparrow.com sparrowandco

W: samuelsparrow.com

I produce wheel-thrown tableware and objects from my studio in Thornhill. My work aims to celebrate simplicity and functionality, highlighting the inherent beauty of objects that are made by hand.

What to expect: Pots from my recent firing will be displayed in my studio – the old Thornhill Post Office. There'll also be the opportunity to see pots in various stages of production and the tools and equipment I use to make them.

ALISON MACLEOD

114 Drumlanrig Street, Thornhill, DG3 5LS T: 07786 434 981

E: alison@alisonmacleod.com alisonmacleodjewellery

W: www.alisonmacleod.com alisonmacleodjewellery

A love of pattern is central to my designs, inspired by the busy Victorian aesthetic but with a modern, balanced approach. Heirlooms fascinate me, sentimental pieces building significance as they’re passed through generations. It’s this emotional value which I aim to imbue into my jewellery.

What to expect: My studio is a space filled with inspiration, printing trays full of treasures, pavement finds and a pin board covered in magazine cuttings and postcards. At my workbench my favourite tools are at hand: piercing saws, tweezers, soldering torches, files, mallets and planishing hammers.

£400 - £7,000

Recommendation: Cample Line is a venue dedicated to presenting contemporary art and film of international scope –well worth a visit and less than 3 miles from Thornhill.

Directions: My studio is located on the main street in Thornhill – next door to the Royal Mail Sorting Office and opposite the Nithsdale Stove Centre.

Accessibility: My studio is located on the ground floor, accessed via one step.

what3words: ///riverboat.whistle.winner

Recommendation: The Nature Walk at Morton Castle north of Thornhill.

Directions: My studio is located on the main street of Thornhill at the central roundabout opposite the Drumlanrig Cafe.

Accessibility: My studio has one step to get in the front door.

what3words: ///resembles.modifies.feels

£25 - £150

KAZ ROBERTSON

114 Drumlanrig Street, Alison Macleod Jewellery, Thornhill, DG3 5LS

T: 07779 602 148 E: kaz_m_r@hotmail.com @kazrobertsonjewellery

W: www.kazrobertson.co.uk kazrobertsonjewellery

GYLLIAN THOMSON

Garfell ‘The Studio’, Corstorphine Road, Thornhill, DG3 5NB

T: 07944 420 373 E: gyll5@yahoo.co.uk gyllianthomsontapestries

W: gyllianthomsontapestries.co.uk Gyllian Thomson Tapestries

SPRINGBACK

I design and create my jewellery from my studio in Coburg House, Edinburgh. Mainly working with resin, I produce pieces by combining a bold colour palette with pattern.

What to expect: I will be showing new work alongside some KAZ favourites. There will also be a sale box with sample pieces and older work. There will be work-in-progress to see to get a better understanding of the processes involved.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Walks around the Drumlanrig Estate.

Directions: As you pass the cross in Thornhill (from the Dumfries direction) the studio is just on the left hand side on the main road.

Accessibility: There is one step as you enter the studio front door, it is then all on one level.

what3words: ///marinated.proposes.mining

I am a traditional Tapestry weaver working on an upright scaffold loom. I translate my paintings onto the loom using yarns made of cotton, wool, acrylic, linen, silks, and plastics. I weave across my warp and beat the yarns down with handmade wooden bobbins.

What to expect: A warm welcome awaits in my studio, and into the house to see larger pieces. I will demonstrate how I weave on my scaffold loom. Visitors can try weaving on my scaffold loom or on a small wooden frame. Young people can handmake a twig loom and experiment with thicker yarns.

£2.50 - £6,000

Recommendation:

Hillhouse and Hunter, Drumlanrig Street, across from the Co-op for all your hardware, home and bakeware needs.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: At the roundabout coming from Dumfries take the 3rd exit. Go straight up and Corstorphine Road is the first right. My studio is the first bungalow on your right.

Accessibility: My studio is on the level. To view larger works within the house there are 4 steps then another 4 steps to get there. Ample parking.

what3words: ///eyelid.uppermost.curtains

£15 - £450

NATE ROBINSON

School House, Manse Road, Thornhill, DG3 5DR

T: 07703 782 645 E: natesforges@gmail.com

W: www.natesforge.uk NatesForges

At my studio you will find an enthusiastic blacksmith over an anvil forging some quirky creation. But you would probably notice all the dinosaurs and sheep sculptures surrounding you first. Don't worry, they shouldn't bite.

What to expect: I will put on demonstrations forging traditional items including, rams heads, leaves and the popular wee houses. This will be showing you many of the techniques crucial to blacksmithing and give you an insight into how I made the sculptures you will see.

£25 - £20,000

Recommendation:

Thomas Tosh Thornhill has great food and coffee with a lovely wee shop that is only 100 metres from my studio, so it would make a lovely lunch break.

Directions: My studio is in Thornhill; turn right at the roundabout down to the school, take the first left and it is immediately in front of you, in the old sandstone school.

Accessibility: The main entrance is up a slight incline. Plenty of parking in Thornhill and at the school across the street.

what3words: ///freedom.eased.glad

CAMPLE LINE

Cample Mill, Cample, Thornhill, DG3 5HD

T: 01848 331000 E: info@campleline.org.uk

W: campleline.org.uk campleline campleline

We are an independent arts organisation and public gallery located in Cample. We present a year-round programme of exhibitions, screenings, workshops, and events, sharing the work of contemporary artists, filmmakers and writers from across the world with our local communities and beyond.

Our Spring 2023 exhibition is: Kira Freije, river by night; 25 March - 11 June 2023; Entry is free; Thurs-Sun, 11am-4pm (open over Spring Fling). Kira Freije's solo exhibition, entitled 'river by night', will include new and recent sculptural work that fuses figurative, assemblage and functional forms, and combines industrial metalworking and glass-blowing techniques. Elements that recur in Freije’s work – the human presence, narrative fragments, evocation of time and place, and references to interior states and to the built and natural worlds – will take on a distinct charge in relation to Cample’s domestic scale and rural setting.

Directions: We are located 2 miles south of Thornhill and about 14 miles north of Dumfries. Cample is signposted from the A76 exiting south from Thornhill. We are at Cample Mill 1.5 miles from the A76, adjacent to Cample rail viaduct.

what3words: ///templates.exhales.ranches

Discounts for Friends of Spring Fling.

MINETTE BELL MACDONALD

The Art Hut, Hartwood Farm, Hightae, Lockerbie, DG11 1JG

T: 07764 574 008 E: minnybm@gmail.com

Minette Bell Macdonald Minette Bell Macdonald

GLORIA NEWLAN

Old School Hub & Cafe, Eskdalemuir, Langholm, DG13 0QJ

T: 013873 73274 E: glorianewlan@hotmail.com

glorianewlan W: gloria-newlan.pixels.com

I am a very explorative artist, landscape is my passion but I am now exploring abstract in order to feed my paintings of the lands around me. Abstract breaks down invisible barriers allowing more freedom for expression.

What to expect: Visitors are walking into a working studio, workin-progress, sketches, paint, chalks everywhere, an exciting space. In a small gallery on the right, paintings, hung and displayed well. I love to chat and explain my work and processes. All very relaxed and friendly.

Recommendation: Mossburn Animal Centre at Hightae.

Directions: From Dumfries A709 to Lochmaben, B7020 towards Dalton after 1.5 miles, signs for Art Hut right after small bridge. From Annan, A75, B7020 through Dalton, left after Mossburn Animal Centre.

Accessibility: Single track road with passing places on hill up to studio. Gravel underfoot on arrival and ramp into studio.

what3words: ///lend.cassettes.according

I am interested in plants, people and wildlife and their connection to places. Observing, listening and developing a reciprocal relationship with a plant and its environment creates a story/journey or vision. Paintings are complete when the image begins to dance and show its spirit.

What to expect: My artwork will be a collection of framed and unframed botanical watercolour paintings, graphite and coloured pencil drawings, Giclee prints and greetings cards of the paintings. Some art materials, botanical books and sketchbooks or journals will be available to view.

£15 - £800

Recommendation: The Hub Café, Eskdalemuir.

Directions: If coming to Eskdalemuir from Lockerbie or Langholm, the church will be on your left. Drive into the village over a small bridge to the Hub and car park.

Accessibility: My studio is fully accessible for people with mobility issues.

what3words: ///dignify.strategy.snitch

£25 - £1,500

JESSE BALL

Old School Hub & Cafe, Eskdalemuir, Langholm, DG13 0QJ

T: 07967 545 913 E: jesse@jupitersgrace.com jupitersgracebyjesse

W: www.jupitersgrace.com jupitersgracebyjesse

LIZ MCQUEEN

Mountview, Langholm Road, Eskdalemuir, DG13 0QH

T: 07769 686 599 E: mcqueene@hotmail.co.uk

W: www.lizmcqueen.com lizmcqueenart lizmcqueenart

Ancient treasures, organic forms and sacred relics imperfect and marked by history inspire my work. I create in a playful, intuitive way using the lost wax method to transform gold, silver and gemstones into talisman jewellery to be treasured and passed through the generations.

What to expect: As well as a friendly welcome, visitors will see new work, sketchbooks from my Shrewsbury Museum commission, inspiration box of artefacts and a box of my Great Grandfathers' jewellers tools – he was also a jeweller and had his workshop in Hatton Garden, London.

Recommendation:

A walk around Bessie's Hill Fort has some lovely views.

Directions: The Hub is the second building on the left as you enter Eskdalemuir from Lockerbie or Langholm direction. The car park is on the opposite side of the road.

Accessibility: My studio is fully accessible for people with mobility issues.

what3words: ///torso.joyously.plenty

My paintings are inspired and informed by the landscape immediately surrounding my studio. I work mostly in ink, watercolour and acrylic, in a semi abstract way; from sketches and photographs gathered on my walks around the valley.

What to expect: Visitors can expect a warm welcome at my studio, where there will be new work and sketchbooks on display, plus a range of cards, prints and original works for sale. Comfy place to sit with a cup of tea to take in the views.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation:

Eskdale Prehistoric Trail –The Loupin Stanes are 1/2 mile from the studio.

Directions: From Lockerbie: turn right at Eskdalemuir Church on the B709 towards Langholm. Cross the bridge over the river. Mountview studio is on the left, before the village boundary signs

Accessibility: Ground floor studio with double access doors. Gravel driveway from B709.

what3words: ///hurls.howler.fuzz

£25 - £2,000

£5 - £800

CATHY VAN HOPPE

Summerford, Castle O’er, Eskdalemuir, Langholm, DG13 0PJ

T: 013873 73721 E: theoldburrow@gmail.com

W: www.theoldburrow.com theoldburrow

DIANA DE GRUYTHER

Arkleton Walled Garden, Ewes, Langholm, DG13 0HL

T: 07876 265 773 W: ddeg88.wixsite.com/website

E: ddeg_88@hotmail.com

My artwork explores the landscape of fairytales, a small portal for you to catch a glimpse into the 'Otherworld'. Inspired by late 19th century illustrators, and folktales of the North, my artwork is often described as ethereal and delicate.

What to expect: At my cottage garden studio you’ll find a warm welcome, and of course original paintings! There will be 'works-in-progress', prints, cards, demonstrations and opportunities to 'have a go'. If weather is fine, a children's drawing table in the garden. Drinks and snacks available.

£3 - £800

Recommendation:

Samye Ling Tibetan Buddhist Centre.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Langholm main road take the Thomas-Telford B709, follow for 7.7 miles, veer left continue for 2.4 miles, veer right at Baillie-hill, follow the road until you reach Castle O'er.

Accessibility: The studio is in a gently sloping garden. There is only 1 step up into the studio and 4 to the toilet. Steps from the path.

what3words: ///homelands.enchanted.forgotten

Exploring the landmarks of the earth, sound, colour, sensations, unique for each of us. Finding the source, the essence and capturing a moment in an image that resonates and is special, 'particular'. This is the alchemy of Art.

What to expect: Arkleton Garden offers visitors an oasis of colourful and creative experiences. Pause, reflect, enjoy! My Studio space will recreate a working area with both work and materials on display. Charcoal making demonstration and experimental mark making for the curious. Cafe refreshments, parking and facilities available.

£2 -

Recommendation: The Douglas Hotel in Langholm offers excellent home cooked meals using local produce, located opposite town hall and car park.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: Leave Langholm on A7 heading north towards Edinburgh. Travel 5 miles. Ewes village hall on left, take signed lane on right and follow round over bridge to Arkleton Garden.

Accessibility: Wheelchair access from adjacent parking is available but may need assistance on gravel areas.

what3words: ///revamped.warrior.onion

£500

KATE KNOTT

Arkleton Walled Garden, Ewes, Langholm, DG13 0HL

T: 07475 777 461 E: knott.ce@gmail.com

W: www.kateknott.co.uk kateknott_art

LISA ROTHWELL-YOUNG

38 Henry Street, Langholm, DG13 0AS

T: 013873 81180 E: info@lisarothwell-young.co.uk

W: www.lisarothwell-young.co.uk LisaRothwellYoungJeweller

I pull elements from a lifetime of visual inspiration to create work that allows an investigation into how to record the natural world around me. The focus of my recent work has been on repeat pattern and botanical painting, with an emphasis on colour.

What to expect: The Walled Garden will be open to wander around and will reveal the inspiration that ties my work together. In the studio there will be paintings large and small along with sketchbooks that reveal the creative process.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation:

The Walled Garden at Arkleton is a tranquil garden nestled in the rolling Ewes valley. The cafe offers delicious cakes and refreshments.

Directions: 5 miles north of Langholm on the A7. Opposite the Ewes Hall look for the signage and follow the road over the bridge. There is parking available behind the house.

Accessibility: It is wheelchair accessible with assistance due to gravel.

what3words: ///revamped.warrior.onion

I'm a designer and goldsmith working exclusively with recycled and fairly traded precious metals and responsibly sourced diamonds and gemstones. My collections are inspired by the environment and natural world and my bespoke pieces reflect my customers, life stories.

What to expect: When you visit you'll be able to see my tools and equipment, work-in-progress and a selection of beautiful gemstones. We can chat about commissions and I'll be able to answer any questions about reusing old jewellery in a new design.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Recommendation: Latimers of Langholm – a traditional, family-run shop with an emphasis on exceptional customer service. A treasure trove and tardis at the same time. Well worth exploring.

Directions: Entering Langholm from the A7, heading north, turn left onto Thomas Telford Road. Then take your second left, opposite the Buccleuch Centre onto Henry St. I am on the right hand side.

Accessibility: One step up from the pavement, onstreet parking outside. Ramp available on request.

what3words: ///whizzing.notebook.sliders

£2 - £500

£30 - £20,000

MARGARET WALTY

10 George Street, Langholm, DG13 0AE

T: 013873 80575 E: margaret.walty@btinternet.com

W: www.margaretwalty.com margaretwaltyartist

Birds, enchanted castles, mossy waterfalls, dragons and dryads are all to be found in my highly detailed paintings in acrylics or oils, inspired by myth and fairytale, by the landscapes of the Borderlands, and by my small jungle of a garden.

What to expect: Visitors to my upper floor gallery and studio beside the river Esk will see originals, limited edition prints and cards, as well as books I have I illustrated, work-in-progress and sketchbooks. A comfortable sofa aids contemplation of the paintings.

£40 - £4,000

Recommendation: The Eskdale Hotel, Market Place, Langholm.

10% discount on originals and limited edition prints.

Directions: Turn off A7 in Market Place. Keeping Hope Hospital on left, turn left down Charles Street to car park. No.10 is approx.150 yards northwards along the river.

Accessibility: There are 2 steps up to the front door, then a staircase with handrails up to my first floor studio and gallery.

what3words: ///basis.homecare.tropic

JANET CARSON

Commercial House, 47A High Street, Langholm, DG13 0JH

T: 07969 559 134 E: janetcarson1@outlook.com

Janet Carson Art

I find the vibrancy of a sunny day appealing and my work is often a little brighter than reality. I love to paint a happy, colourful image. Recently I have been experimenting more with mixed media and enjoy bringing new ideas to life.

What to expect: Visitors will see my latest original works in acrylic and mixed media as well as limited edition prints and other merchandise including cushions, cards, notebooks etc. You will also see my workspace, materials used, works-in-progress and have the chance to have a friendly chat.

£2.50 - £1,000

Recommendation:

Holmspun Gifts and Crafts

54 High Street, Langholm, DG13 0JH, Lovely variety of gifts and has a wee cafe too.

10% discount for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From Longtown follow the A7 north to Langholm, the Gallery is on the high street on the right between Latimers and Londis shops. Parking is available nearby.

Accessibility: There are steps at the front of the shop but I have a back door entrance that is flat and can be accessed by a wheelchair if needed.

what3words: ///gracing.quirky.embodied

MILES-MOORE CERAMICS

Buccleuch Mills, Glenesk Road, Langholm, DG13 0ES

T: 07966 630 855 E: siobhan@milesmoore.co.uk

W: www.milesmooreceramics.com MilesMooreCeramics

DANIEL LACEY

Buccleuch Mills, Glenesk Road, Langholm, DG13 0ES

T: 013873 80193 E: info@daniellacey.com

W: www.daniellacey.com DanielLaceyDesignFurniture

Our visitors will be able to watch, and chat to Martin about techniques for making Teabowls that can be used in The Tea Ceremony. We will also be showcasing a selection of the natural materials we use in our glazes.

What to expect: As well as a new range of work from ceremonial vessels to fine dining ware, visitors will be able to enjoy a range of videos and filmed demonstrations.

£75 - £1,500

Recommendation:

The Eskdale Hotel is a real delight, real hospitality professionals with international experience and a desire to look after their guests.

Discounts for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From A7 heading north to Langholm, take the first left after 30mph sign (Glenesk Road). My studio is on the left after the former Edinburgh Woollen Mill buildings.

Accessibility: Easy parking. A kerb and doorstep to negotiate – both have a ramp available if required. No disabled toilet.

what3words: ///much.magpie.novels

Inspired by the local landscape, I design and create contemporary fine furniture – mainly transforming self-harvested local hardwoods into cherished heirlooms. Specialising in individual bespoke commissions, I also make speculative and limited-edition pieces for exhibitions, using time-honoured and innovative techniques. What to expect: Visitors may tour my studio viewing work-inprogress, exploratory work and finished pieces. Have a chat about my making something unique from your own tree, or from my extensive stock of local hardwood. And see new collaborations with my fellow makers.

£70 - £25,000

Recommendation:

The newly expanded Tarras Valley Nature Reserve. Bought by the community (with generous outside support) for the community, and a home to many rare species of flora and fauna.

Discounts for Friends of Spring Fling.

Directions: From A7 heading north to Langholm, take the first left after 30mph sign (Glenesk Road). My studio is on the left after the former Edinburgh Woollen Mill buildings.

Accessibility: Easy parking. A kerb and doorstep to negotiate – which both have a ramp available as required. No steps inside. No disabled toilet.

what3words: ///much.magpie.novels

work by Sarah Stewart

With a dedicated management team, a highly experienced team of graphic designers and a professionally trained print production team, we pride ourselves in delivering quality products and outstanding customer service.

Gracefield Arts Centre

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29 April – 29 July

Artist Rooms: Diane Arbus

A pioneer of the social documentary form that blurred the line between art and reportage, her profoundly original works record the astonishing variety of attitudes, emotions, and appearances to be found among the people around us.

13 May – 24 June

Galloway to Gracefield

A collaboration with the Galloway Glens Scheme heritage project.

Copyright blurb for up the side: Diane Arbus A young man and his pregnant wife in Washington Square Park, N.Y.C. 1965

Spring Fling Open Studios continues as Upland’s flagship event but we also offer a yearround programme delivering a range of projects, events and exhibitions working with young people, emerging and established artists and makers.

Modern Makers 2022 with Mark Zygadlo

As the visual arts and craft development organisation for Dumfries & Galloway, Upland aims to provide a network for learning and sharing, offering advice and support to creative practitioners whilst aiming to inspire and educate a wide range of audiences to participate in and be supportive of visual arts and crafts.

As a membership organisation we work to create opportunities that connect our artists and makers with audiences, communities and each other. With a strong sense of place, we aim to highlight and celebrate our unique region and its creative community, raising its profile in a national and international context.

CURRENT PROJECTS

This year we have a full programme of events and projects, including the Artful Migration Residency which offers artists a unique insight into the migratory birds of Dumfries & Galloway through partnerships working with local nature reserves. This year we are partnering with Forest Land Scotland and the RSPB Dumfries & Galloway to enable artists Leeming & Paterson to explore the elusive nightjar, one of Scotland’s rarest and most unusual birds. The residency will culminate with an exhibition in the autumn.

This year we are also delivering two complimentary projects which will explore and grow space for contemporary art and experimental projects in our rural region. ROAM (Space) explores the idea of creating a project space run by and for emerging artists, while ROAM (West) investigates how contemporary art practice can be developed in the western region of Dumfries & Galloway, led by artist and curator Jack Ky Tan.

We’re also delighted to be developing a new art and craft fair, Upland made, bringing a selection of our artists and makers under one roof in the run up to the festive period.

To keep in touch with all our projects and events throughout the year, please visit www.weareupland.com

Upland

Jump Cut 2022, documenting Bea Last’s ‘The Red Bags’ installation at Gracefield Arts Centre.

made, workshop with Clay Works Studios. Photo credit: Ruari Barbour-Fleming

Who we are

Board of Directors

Eva Milroy

Chair

Kim Ayres

Andy Brooke

Sarah Casey

Graeme Dignan

Caryl Hamilton

Rory Laycock

Wendy Macleod

Grainne Rice

Mark Welland

Staff

Amy Marletta

Creative Director

Joanna Jones

Assistant Director

Lin Worthy

Finance and Admin Officer

Chris Bridgman

Events & Exhibitions Coordinator

Sahar El-Hady

Youth & Engagement Coordinator

Become an Uplander

If you are a practising artist or maker with a connection to Dumfries & Galloway you can apply to become a member of Upland.

Membership is on a sliding scale from £0 - £30, depending on what stage you are at in your creative development.

Sign up at:

weareupland.com/members/become-an-uplander

2023 Selection Panel

Saskia Coulson

Jessica Chaney

Chris Taylor

Lily Knott

Sam Knowles

Design & Print

Alba Printers

Illustration

Jill Calder

Web Development

David Kelly Design Office

Catherine Major Arts

Photography

Colin Tennant

Colin Hattersley

PR

Scottish Festivals PR

Media Partner

Dumfries & Galloway Life

Upland is also supported by a dedicated number of our artists and makers who offer their expertise and experience through the year across a range of projects.

Upland is a community interest company. By applying you agree to become a member of Upland.

get in touch Upland

c/o Gracefield Arts Centre

28 Edinburgh Road

Dumfries

DG1 1JQ

hello@weareupland.com

Facebook: /weareupland

Twitter: /weareupland

Instagram: /upland cic

Index – Spring Fling participants by discipline:

Architectural Metalwork

Adam Booth Studio 53 p.38

Nate Robinson Studio 88 p.57

Ceramics

Andrew Adair Studio 74 p.50

Heather Armstrong Studio 75 p.50

Robyn Cove Studio 82 p.54

Clare Dawdry Studio 56 p.40

Fitch & McAndrew Studio 52 p.38

Julian Francis Studio 42 p.33

Mary Gladstone Studio 12 p.15

Lauren Gray Studio 71 p.48

Ruth Elizabeth Jones Studio 79 p.52

Abbie La Rooy Studio 77 p.51

Ella McCreath Studio 8 p.13

Miles-Moore Ceramics Studio 99 p.63

Andy Priestman Studio 15 p.17

Frances Ross Studio 6 p.12

Samuel Sparrow Studio 84 p.55

Joshua Williams Studio 14 p.16

Furniture

Ian Cameron-Smith Studio 34 p.28

Laura Derby Studio 27 p.24

Daniel Lacey Studio 100 p.63

Glass

Andy Brooke Studio 70 p.48

Linda Hadfield Studio 64 p.45

Katy Quinn Studio 29 p.25

Hats

Kay Ribbens Studio 11 p.15

Illustration

Louisa Birdsall Studio 59 p.42

Ailsa Black Studio 65 p.45

Lucy Hadley Studio 35 p.28

Val Macadam Studio 66 p.46

Gloria Newlan Studio 90 p.58

Suzi Plunkett Studio 13 p.16

Helen Ryman Studio 5 p.12

Margaret Walty Studio 97 p.62

Cathy van Hoppe Studio 93 p.60

Installation

Sally Jennings Studio 57 p.40

Marly Merle Studio 76 p.51

Kerry Morrison Studio 50 p.37

Anne Waggot Knott Studio 39 p.31

Jewellery

Jesse Ball Studio 91 p.59

Alison Macleod Studio 85 p.55

Sheena McMaster Studio 19 p.20

Katy Quinn Studio 29 p.25

Kaz Robertson Studio 86 p.56

Sarah Rogers Studio 17 p.19

Lisa Rothwell-Young Studio 96 p.61

Natalie Vardey Studio 51 p.37

Mixed Media

Annirose Ansbro Studio 24 p.23

Jennie Ashmore Studio 38 p.31

Maggie Ayres Studio 45 p.34

Deborah Campbell Studio 81 p.53

Hazel Campbell Studio 48 p.36

Alison Corfield Studio 31 p.26

Liz Dagg Studio 21 p.21

Julian Francis Studio 42 p.33

Lucy Hadley Studio 35 p.28

Caroline Hone Studio 20 p.21

Sarah Keast Studio 80 p.53

Lucy Lee Studio 41 p.32

Linda Mallett Studio 18 p.20

Caroline McGonigal Studio 67 p.46

Ian McKinnell Studio 46 p.35

Marly Merle Studio 76 p.51

Kerry Morrison Studio 50 p.37

Erinclare Scrutton Studio 1 p.10

Joanna Shennan Studio 73 p.49

Philippa Sinclair Studio 60 p.43

Suzanne Stuart Davies Studio 43 p.33

Mark Welland Studio 62 p.44

Denise Zygadlo Studio 78 p.52

Mosaic

Kate Anderson Studio 22 p.22

Painting & Drawing

Annirose Ansbro Studio 24 p.23

Maggie Ayres Studio 45 p.34

Minette Bell Macdonald Studio 89 p.58

Kate Bentley Studio 61 p.43

Ailsa Black Studio 65 p.45

Anne Butler Studio 83 p.54

Hazel Campbell Studio 48 p.36

Janet Carson Studio 98 p.62

Ruth Clayton Studio 68 p.47

Liz Dagg Studio 21 p.21

Heather Davies Studio 23 p.22

Diana de Gruyther Studio 94 p.60

Lizzie Farey Studio 28 p.25

Elizabeth Gilbey Studio 16 p.19

Pamela Grace Studio 54 p.39

Caroline Hone Studio 20 p.21

Sally Jennings Studio 57 p.40

Sarah Keast Studio 80 p.53

Maggie Kellie Studio 10 p.14

Kate Knott Studio 95 p.61

Angela Lawrence Studio 47 p.35

Lucy Lee Studio 41 p.32

Patti Leino Studio 26 p.24

Val Macadam Studio 66 p.46

Caroline McGonigal Studio 67 p.46

Ian McKinnell Studio 46 p.35

Karen McSkimming Studio 58 p.41

Liz McQueen Studio 92 p.59

Gloria Newlan Studio 90 p.58

Helen Ryman Studio 5 p.12

Erinclare Scrutton Studio 1 p.10

Philippa Sinclair Studio 60 p.43

William Spurway Studio 72 p.49

Suzanne Stuart Davies Studio 43 p.33

Gyllian Thomson Studio 87 p.56

Cathy van Hoppe Studio 93 p.60

Margaret Walty Studio 97 p.62

Mark Welland Studio 62 p.44

Denise Zygadlo Studio 78 p.52

Photography

Kim Ayres Studio 44 p.34

Alistair Hamilton Studio 32 p.27

Maggie Kellie Studio 10 p.14

Helen Ryman Studio 5 p.12

Anne Waggot Knott Studio 39 p.31

Mark Welland Studio 62 p.44

Allan Wright Studio 55 p.39

Printmaking

Laura Boswell Studio 25 p.23

Alan Cameron Studio 63 p.44

Claire Cameron-Smith Studio 30 p.26

Liz Dagg Studio 21 p.21

Rosie Dobson Studio 7 p.13

Pamela Grace Studio 54 p.39

Lucy Hadley Studio 35 p.28

Lisa Hooper Studio 4 p.11

Sally Jennings Studio 57 p.40

Sarah Keast Studio 80 p.53

Maggie Kellie Studio 10 p.14

Gail Kelly Studio 9 p.14

Caroline McGonigal Studio 67 p.46

Joshua Miles Studio 33 p.27

William Spurway Studio 72 p.49

Anne Waggot Knott Studio 39 p.31

Denise Zygadlo Studio 78 p.52

Sculpture

Adam Booth Studio 53 p.38

Ian Cameron-Smith Studio 34 p.28

Lizzie Farey Studio 28 p.25

Julian Francis Studio 42 p.33

Miles-Moore Ceramics Studio 99 p.63

Nate Robinson Studio 88 p.57

Frances Ross Studio 6 p.12

Jay Rubinstein Studio 37 p.29

Textiles

Deborah Campbell Studio 81 p.53

Alison Corfield Studio 31 p.26

Laura Derby Studio 27 p.24

Jo Gallant Studio 49 p.36

Lucy Hadley Studio 35 p.28

Gail Kelly Studio 9 p.14

Janet Ibbotson Studio 40 p.32

Linda Irving Studio 3 p.11

Morag Macpherson Studio 36 p.29

Marly Merle Studio 76 p.51

Kay Ribbens Studio 11 p.15

Suzanne Stuart Davies Studio 43 p.33

Gyllian Thomson Studio 87 p.56

Wood/Willow

Rachel Ashcroft Studio 69 p.47

Ian Cameron-Smith Studio 34 p.28

Lizzie Farey Studio 28 p.25

Jane Fraser Studio 2 p.10

Daniel Lacey Studio 100 p.63

Lucy Lee Studio 41 p.32

Jay Rubinstein Studio 37 p.29

Index – Spring Fling participants alphabetically:

A – C

Andrew Adair Studio 74 p. 50

Kate Anderson Studio 22 p. 22

Annirose Ansbro Studio 24 p. 23

Heather Armstrong Studio 75 p. 50

Rachel Ashcroft Studio 69 p. 47

Jennie Ashmore Studio 38 p. 31

Kim Ayres Studio 44 p. 34

Maggie Ayres Studio 45 p. 34

Jesse Ball Studio 91 p. 59

Minette Bell Macdonald Studio 89 p. 58

Kate Bentley Studio 61 p. 43

Louisa Birdsall Studio 59 p. 42

Ailsa Black Studio 65 p. 45

Adam Booth Studio 53 p. 38

Laura Boswell Studio 25 p. 23

Andy Brooke Studio 70 p. 48

Anne Butler Studio 83 p. 54

Alan Cameron Studio 63 p. 44

Claire Cameron-Smith Studio 30 p. 26

Ian Cameron-Smith Studio 34 p. 28

Hazel Campbell Studio 48 p. 36

Deborah Campbell Studio 81 p. 53

Janet Carson Studio 98 p. 62

Ruth Clayton Studio 68 p. 47

Alison Corfield Studio 31 p. 26

Robyn Cove Studio 82 p. 54

D – H

Liz Dagg Studio 21 p. 21

Heather Davies Studio 23 p. 22

Clare Dawdry Studio 56 p. 40

Diana de Gruyther Studio 94 p. 60

Laura Derby Studio 27 p. 24

Rosie Dobson Studio 7 p. 13

Lizzie Farey Studio 28 p. 25

Fitch & McAndrew Studio 52 p. 38

Julian Francis Studio 42 p. 33

Jane Fraser Studio 2 p. 10

Jo Gallant Studio 49 p. 36

Elizabeth Gilbey Studio 16 p. 19

Mary Gladstone Studio 12 p. 15

Pamela Grace Studio 54 p. 39

Lauren Gray Studio 71 p. 48

Linda Hadfield Studio 64 p. 45

Lucy Hadley Studio 35 p. 28

Alistair Hamilton Studio 32 p. 27

Caroline Hone Studio 20 p. 21

Lisa Hooper Studio 4 p. 11

I – L

Janet Ibbotson Studio 40 p. 32

Linda Irving Studio 3 p. 11

Sally Jennings Studio 57 p. 40

Ruth Elizabeth Jones Studio 79 p. 52

Sarah Keast Studio 80 p. 53

Maggie Kellie Studio 10 p. 14

Gail Kelly Studio 9 p. 14

Kate Knott Studio 95 p. 61

Abbie La Rooy Studio 77 p. 51

Daniel Lacey Studio 100 p. 63

Angela Lawrence Studio 47 p. 35

Lucy Lee Studio 41 p. 32

Patti Leino Studio 26 p. 24

M – Q

Val Macadam Studio 66 p. 46

Alison Macleod Studio 85 p. 55

Morag Macpherson Studio 36 p. 29

Linda Mallett Studio 18 p. 20

Ella McCreath Studio 8 p. 13

Caroline McGonigal Studio 67 p. 46

Ian McKinnell Studio 46 p. 35

Sheena McMaster Studio 19 p. 20

Liz McQueen Studio 92 p. 59

Karen McSkimming Studio 58 p. 41

Marly Merle Studio 76 p. 51

Joshua Miles Studio 33 p. 27

Miles-Moore Ceramics Studio 99 p. 63

Kerry Morrison Studio 50 p. 37

Gloria Newlan Studio 90 p. 58

Suzi Plunkett Studio 13 p. 16

Andy Priestman Studio 15 p. 17

Katy Quinn Studio 29 p. 25

R – Z

Kay Ribbens Studio 11 p. 15

Kaz Robertson Studio 86 p. 56

Nate Robinson Studio 88 p. 57

Sarah Rogers Studio 17 p. 19

Frances Ross Studio 6 p. 12

Lisa Rothwell-Young Studio 96 p. 61

Jay Rubinstein Studio 37 p. 29

Helen Ryman Studio 5 p. 12

Erinclare Scrutton Studio 1 p. 10

Joanna Shennan Studio 73 p. 49

Philippa Sinclair Studio 60 p. 43

Samuel Sparrow Studio 84 p. 55

William Spurway Studio 72 p. 49

Suzanne Stuart Davies Studio 43 p. 33

Gyllian Thomson Studio 87 p. 56

Cathy van Hoppe Studio 93 p. 60

Natalie Vardey Studio 51 p. 37

Anne Waggot Knott Studio 39 p. 31

Margaret Walty Studio 97 p. 62

Mark Welland Studio 62 p. 44

Joshua Williams Studio 14 p. 16

Allan Wright Studio 55 p. 39

Denise Zygadlo Studio 78 p. 52

OUR SUPPORTERS

Event Funders

Year-Round Partners and Funders

Sponsors & Supporters

Spring Fling Prize Draw

Special Programme Partners

Thornhill Community Transport

Cairn Valley Community Transport

Thank you so much for coming to Spring Fling 2023! It would be very helpful to us if you could fill out a brief visitor survey, answering all the questions from your own individual perspective. For the first time, we have moved this survey completely online. We hope this will make the form easier to fill in and will help us reduce paper and postage. You could win vouchers to buy some great art and craft –and more:

1st Prize

£100 voucher to spend in the artist’s studio of your choice; plus 2 tickets to any event at the 2024 Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival.

2nd Prize

£75 voucher to spend in the artist’s studio of your choice.

3rd Prize

£50 voucher to spend in the artist’s studio of your choice.

To Enter please go to the questionnaire on our website: www.spring-fling.co.uk – or, scan this QR code.

Kirkcudbright Art Tours

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