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~Artist, Teacher & Creative Guide ~🎨~🇮🇪nomad based in Buckinghamshire UK~ Reemergence after 5yr life pivot🦠~ Prioritizing & exploring new artist voice

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MEET THE ARTIST: CIARA WHARTON

Next in our series introducing the artists exhibiting at Hughenden Manor is mixed-media artist and painter Ciara Wharton @ciarawharton .

Ciara’s creative journey has been shaped by living and travelling across three continents, with inspiration coming from ancient cultures, everyday life and faded memories.

Her recent body of work explores ancient symbolism, layering meanings and subtle codes into her work to spark curiosity, emotion and human connection.

Growing up in Northern Ireland during The Troubles also had a profound influence on Ciara. She recalls being moved by the powerful gable-wall murals that gave a voice to shared tragedy and social injustice – and today she remains passionate about art’s ability to connect people and bridge divides.

Ciara has worked as an independent artist and teacher for more than two decades, has exhibited in Sweden and Jordan, and has also used her art to support charitable causes.

Come and discover Ciara’s fascinating work for yourself at Hughenden, alongside original work from many more Bucks Artists and Makers.

📍 Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe 🗓 Open now until 20 September ⏰ 10am–4.30pm 🎟 FREE entry during Heritage Open Days

There’s still plenty of time to visit – don’t miss it!

#BuckinghamshireArtists #ContemporaryArt #HighWycombe

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All set up at @hughendennt 🖼️

Thank you to the lovely team at @bucksartweeksofficial for organising everything!

I’m very happy to say that one of my watercolour paintings ‘Misty Horizons’ found a new home today🫶🏻

Entry to Hughenden Manor is free for the whole exhibition (11th-20th September) so you can wonder around the grounds and pop in to see the artwork… as you can see it’s a beautiful collection of artists!

📅 11th - 20th September 2026
⏰ 10am - 4:30pm daily
📍 The Studybase, Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe
🎟️ Free!

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The weekend, according to my camera roll 🎞 📸

Thanks @tunes_in_the_park, @found.festival, @carfestevent and @cornwallfolkfestival for having me! 🎙❤️

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Venue 6: Ciara Wharton
Ciara’s kiln-formed glass and mixed media work is a soulful journey. Her art connects viewers with ancient symbolism and memories from her global travels.
📍 Location: Red Roofs, 8 High Street, Haversham, MK19 7DX.
🗓️ Dates: June 12, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21.
⏰ Opening Times: 10am–5pm (Sundays 11am–5pm).

#glassartist #ancientsymbolism #artistatwork

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This year, there is a little extra focus on solo artists & artisans exhibiting as part of Bucks Art Weeks. Most are opening their studios, so it is a fabulous opportunity to see the inner workings behind their creations.

Here are the solo artists & artisans near me this year (in Stony Stratford @stonystratfordartistsgroup ):

@debhopsonwolpe potter & printmaker @ Venue 1, Olney

@peterbashford6 abstract painter @ Venue 2, Olney

Trigger Guard Wood Turning @ Venue 5, Sherington

@ciarawharton Mixed Media & glass @ Venue 6, Haversham

@_amritananda_ Mixed Media @ Venue 8, Milton Keynes

@_prajakta_art digital, henna art @ Venue 9, Milton Keynes (not studio).

Please do pop in & see them during Bucks Art Weeks. Please check the Directory or website (www.bucksartweeks.org.uk) for details & opening times, before visiting.

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The Working Studio: See Where the Magic Happens🤩🪄✨

For those who love to understand the ‘how’ behind the ‘what,’ working studios are a must-visit. These are the intimate spaces where the creative process is laid bare. Here, you can watch the magic happen firsthand - whether it’s the heat of a glass-working kiln, the rhythmic spin of a potter’s wheel, or the precision of a jeweller’s bench. Visitors have the rare chance to speak directly with the makers, see work in progress, and discuss the inspirations behind the finished pieces.

It’s an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at the dedication required to master a craft…. Who will you visit? Plan your day at bucksartweeks.org.uk 📍🎨🖼️🧶🧵🗿🍶

6th to 21st June, throughout and around Buckinghamshire

#artinprogress #greatdayout #buckinghamshire

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Just 12 days left to join us for Bucks Art Weeks as an artist or maker taking part - we hope you’ll join @ciarawharton and hundreds of others for the biggest visual art festival in Bucks this summer! Find out more at bucksartweeks.org.uk

#bucksartistsandmakers #showyourart #buckinghamshire #bucksartweeksofficial #takepart

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Mums Birthday Party

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An absolutely brilliant 2 days spent @westburyartscentre

Everyone worked so hard to fill their sketchbooks and some excellent work was made.

Huge thanks to Westbury for hosting and always being such an inspirational place and huge thanks to my companions over these last couple of days. @whitehead1957 @ciarawharton @annemarie_abbate_ Ruth, Magda and Carol. You all made it very special!

#mixedmedia #concertinasketchbook #sketchbookworkshop #creativeretreat #mixedmediaart

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Premier League Highlights: Aston Villa 2-1 Man City | Durán, Rogers strike to add to City woes! 😬

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August 24

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And after practice…. We trimmed the tree!

Thank you Johan Larsson and Lars-Yngve Larsson for the assist!

(Ciara your angels were able to come out again after three years in the Christmas box)

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