Anna Crichton, Tanya Wilkinson, Lesley Jenkin, Liz Mitchell and Yoko Onishi are collaborating to bring you a a wonderful range of cartoons, ceramics, jewellery and innovative wool creations. All artists will be on hand to talk about their process, materials and inspiration, offering visitors a hands-on look at five different approaches to five very different art forms.

Jessica’s medium is textiles, water colours, and ceramic. She is interested in light and colour, sometimes representing local landscapes in abstract.

Michelle Huizinga is a multi-media sculptor working predominantly with clay and fibre. Michelle finds beauty in dilapidation and decay and this is reflected in much of her work. Most of her work comprises of sculptural vessels with weaving but during the Open Studios Michelle also has a range of domestic wares available . Visitors can view old and new projects, as well as works in progress.

Monique has been painting for around 30 years, with much of her work inspired by West Auckland’s landscapes, flora and fauna. Over the years, her paintings have received numerous awards in art competitions.

Sue Butler’s Rustic Art Studios combines a B&B with a project space upstairs. Sue will open your eyes to the potential of combining keepsakes/unexpected materials with creativity. She collaborates with her clients, to create unique artworks. Prepare to be inspired.