Wildlife art for Dorset Art Weeks

Dorset Wildlife Trust’s headquarters will be transformed into an art gallery for Dorset Art Weeks from 29^th May ­ 13^th June. Brooklands Farm, situated in the Cerne Valley, will be hosting work from 14 artists on a wildlife theme, including wood sculptures by Bruno Charron, watercolours by Andrew Stock and wildlife wire sculptures by David Metcalf.

Talented artists at Dorset Art Weeks

Artists exhibiting with DWT for the first time include Sarah Ross Thompson with vibrant print collagraphy, and Dennis Chinaworks with their highly collectable pots, including a limited edition red squirrel range designed especially for Dorset Wildlife Trust. The exhibition will also feature oil paintings, jewellery, photographs and outdoor sculpture.

Fiona Sansom, Supporter Development Manager at Dorset Wildlife Trust, said: “We are very excited about this year’s exhibition, which brings together an incredible collection of talented artists as well the stunning new Red Squirrel Pots from Dennis Chinaworks.”

 All the art works will be available for sale, with a percentage of the price being kindly donated by the artists for Dorset Wildlife Trust’s work to protect the wildlife of the county.

Family Wildlife Art Event

The exhibition will include a Family Wildlife Art Event on 5^th June, with a chance for all the family to get creative with sculpture and other art from natural material on a wildlife theme.   There will also be a live painting demonstration by a Dennis Chinaworks artist.

What, where and when

The Wildlife Art Exhibition is open daily 10am to 5pm from Saturday 29^th May to Sunday 13^th June at Dorset Wildlife Trust, Brooklands Farm, Forston, Dorchester DT2 7AA. Free entry. Facilities at Brooklands Farm include parking, picnic area, nature trail and access to scenic public footpaths. Tea/coffee and cakes will be available. 

The Family Wildlife Art Event is on Saturday 5^th June 10.30am-3pm.   No unaccompanied children, please. Cost £2 per participant.  Booking essential on 01305 264620. Exhibition entry free.

For more information visit www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ceramics or ring 01305 264620.