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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.