I paint primarily from life. This is an important part of my work. I think painting is an attempt to capture a human experience. . My art is concerned with conveying my ‘experience’ of being there; looking, thinking and feeling. Composition, colour, tone mark making and all the other painterly considerations are of course important to me. The painting must function as an interesting painting.
I am a textile artist and tutor based in Ellesmere, Shropshire. My work is very much inspired by the landscape of Shropshire. I work predominately in batik (hot wax resist) in a contemporary way on tissue, paper and fabric, often combining it with machine and hand embroidery adding a drawn element to my work. I offer talks, courses and workshops in Shropshire and around the UK. I am a member of The Shropshire Guild of Contemporary Craft and The Batik Guild. Facebook Jenny O’Leary Textile Art. Instagram @jenny.oleary
I work is eclectic in styles I like the variety of all mediums but really enjoy oils and acrylics
I love landscape. I’ve lived in Shropshire for twentytwo years and concentrated on colour, tone and light to capture our beautiful local landscape and the surrounding areas including Wales and the Peak District. I opened my gallery, Stoneway Gallery in 2002, working as a professional artist, then began running painting classes, at the gallery, which became very successful and are still running. I’m always happy to discuss commissions for either landscapes, portraits or architectural paintings. If you wish to contact me for either commissions or details on the painting classes, please contact me by email paulhopkins.ph38@gmail.com or by phone on 07969 186445.
Bridgnorth based printmaker, Julia Timmins, creates highly detailed and intricate prints. Specialising in wood engraving, a fine form of relief printmaking, Julia also enjoys making linocuts and drypoint prints. “I aim to create art that conveys a sense of wonder and appreciation for the beauty of the world around us by capturing intricate details and unique textures. I am continually inspired by my garden and the wonderful Shropshire countryside surrounding my studio with its ancient woodland, vibrant meadows, abundant wildlife and wealth of historic sites.” Julia is an elected member of the Society of Wood Engravers and exhibits her prints throughout the UK and overseas with work held in private and public collections both here and abroad.
I enjoy long walks in our beautiful Shropshire countryside. My pictures capture this “Secret Shropshire” in paintings created from observation, memory and the familiarity of favourite places.
Jewellery and decorative art, made with silver and copper, designed and created in my workshop near Bridgnorth.
I am a photographer who finds inspiration in the beauty and diversity of the world. As a passionate traveler, I embark on journeys to capture the essence of different cultures, landscapes and moments through my lens. My photography style blends artistic expression with a documentary approach.
Bridgnorth Open House Arts Trail 