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The exhibition begins on the Saturday, 2nd December 2006 and follows through to Sunday, 3rd December 2006 from 10.30am to 4.30pm offering refreshments and festive nibbles. Many guests will be visiting familiar faces and seeing some of their favourite works in addition to newer artists with work such as illustration, fine art, sculpture and jewellery.

Mick Henson

Local artist Mick Henson expressed his pleasure to be involved once again with the open event at Barton Hall Studios. "After the reaction we all had in the summer I am thrilled to be here and looking forward to receiving the public and showing them my latest creation." Mick is well on the way to the final stages of his mammoth concept. "I had great feedback with my Iron Man, I hope this evokes the same response." You can see Mick and his work in the Stable Yard of Barton Hall.

Ask the artist

As you walk around the corridors of the first floor of the hall, works will be on show for your perusal with the artists on hand to guide you and answer any enquiries you may have. Many guests have sat and discussed their particular favourites, having a genuine understanding before acquiring their unique artwork. Guests can learn about different processes, the time and commitment that has gone into each creation when visiting artists in their own distinct working environment.

Wandering even higher into the hall you will find two further studios situated in the loft space. Explore the works of Maxine Dodd who has delighted many people with her beautiful drawings and sketches of 'Mr Moo' and images of rural sports.

Mo Price

Mo Price will tempt you with her love of all things silver. Her contemporary jewellery and concepts are a 'must see' for any visitor. She says "through the perception of the surrounding environment, I have designed conceptual pieces that play with our senses. These pieces intrigue not only the wearer but the spectator too."

A huge thank you

This is a great event for the local community to see the varied types and styles of art in such a wonderful setting. It is thanks to the Wicksteed Park and the Wicksteed Trust that the artists are once again opening their doors to the general public for another inspiring event.听

Oliver Wicksteed, Chairman of the Trust says, "I am delighted that the Trust are in a position to offer support to the local artists at Barton Hall.听It is important to the Trust that we continue supporting our local arts community because of our commitment to arts and education generally.听The variety of work displayed by the artists during these exhibitions make it a very enjoyable and educational visit."

Entrance to the exhibition is FREE and car parking is FREE.

Workshops for Christmas Opening:

*Pottery Workshop

• Date: Saturday, 2nd December 2006.
• Time: 12-4pm.
• Price: 拢3.00.
• Throw a pot with artist Stella Benford.

*Lantern making Workshop

• Date: Sunday, 3rd December 2006.
• Time: 12- 4pm.
• Price: 拢3.00.
• Create a decorative lantern with artist Kelly Gardner.

Barton Hall is situated on the Barton Road, A6003, Kettering.

For further information either call 01536 512078 or visit the website through the link below: