Beaverhall Art Studios are welcoming visitors today with masses of original works to be seen and many pre-Christmas bargains on sale.
Since 2012, the first and second floors of the former Duncan’s Chocolate Factory (the red brick building with the distinctive Egyptian-themed fresco) on Beaverhall Road have housed a a vibrant blend of painters, ceramicists, sculptors, photographers, illustrators, textile and fashion designers, jewellers and small charitable organisations.
It’s a heady and thoroughly enjoyable mix.
Personal favourites today included … beautiful and practical glassware by Jane Raven
and Ana Wright’s cushioned flamingos.
Chris Donnelly’s unfussy handmade tiles and bowls appealed
as did these intriguing landscapes by Fiona Thompson.
I’m not entirely sure what cabinet maker Michael Mochrie’s piece is for (filing doves?) but I love it.
Sally-Ann Provan’s hats are always fascinating
and so is Susie Wright’s ability to veer from the very small
to the large and rather imposing.
We'd like to see more of these events – perhaps a show could be arranged in early summer? For the timebeing, though, the studios will remain open today until 6.00pm – entry is free.—AM