Discover Oundle's creative side this September

This September, Northants & Rutland Open Studios returns, inviting local people to discover the artists, makers and creative spaces on their doorstep.

The front of Jackdaw Gallery, 3 West Street Oundle, who will be hosting the Artisan Perspectives NROS exhibition throughout September | Jackdaw Gallery

placeholder image — The front of Jackdaw Gallery, 3 West Street Oundle, who will be hosting the Artisan Perspectives NROS exhibition throughout September | Jackdaw Gallery

From 5 September to 3 October, artists across Northamptonshire and Rutland will open their studios, galleries and exhibition spaces to the public, offering a rare opportunity to step inside working creative environments, meet the artists and explore original artwork in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

For visitors in and around Oundle, one of this year’s highlights is the recently opened Jackdaw Gallery on West Street. The gallery will host ARTISAN PERSPECTIVES, a vibrant exhibition featuring eight exciting local artists working across painting, illustration, ceramics, embroidery, printmaking and mixed media. Visitors can meet the artists, enjoy demonstrations and experience a wide range of contemporary creative work right in the heart of the beautiful market town of Oundle.

(L-R ) Penny, Rhiannon and Tarot, the owners of Jackdaw Gallery, standing outside the front door on opening day | Jackdaw Gallery

Louise Crookenden Johnson says “We are immensely grateful to Jackdaw Gallery for hosting our exhibition which is definitely not one to be missed! Do come along and see the exciting range or artwork, meet the artists and see some of the demonstrations we have planned”.

The rxhibition, showcasing innovative and original artwork will run from 1st September to 3rd October and is open every Monday to Saturday 10am to 4.30pm and Sundays 11am to 2pm.

Tarot Crick, of Jackdaw Gallery, says “We believe that art has the power to inspire, to challenge, and to transform, and we are committed to bringing the best art to our community at affordable prices.”

Since relaunching in 2020, the Northants Open Studios has brought together an ever-growing number of talented artists and last year welcomed over 12500 people to venues across the counties, with over 2800 people visiting the Central Exhibition at Lamport Hall over the month of September, and generated over £32000 in sales.

For more information and details of exhibiting artists and demonstrations visit www.NROS.co.uk