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In the week leading up to bank holiday Monday Aug. studios, galleries, artists open their doors to exhibit original artwork to the public.

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A lovely day out with friends at the Hampshire Open Studios event “Breath in a Bauble” glass-blowing experience with Bath Aqua Glass ✨

We got to choose our own colours and then have a go at blowing our own baubles. It was definitely harder than it looks! 🔥

Such a fun experience, and I love that we each got to create something completely unique to take home. Scroll to see some of our baubles ✨

Not just for Christmas — these beautiful baubles can be enjoyed all year round!

Not an ad just something we all did together. Such a wonderful experience we must do more of these things!

#HampshireOpenStudios #BathAquaGlass #GlassBlowing #CreativeExperience #over40style

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Here’s what has just come out of the bisque fire for our Social Pottery Club members. We meet once a week to get creative - beginners through to advanced potters. We’ve had lots of newbies join recently and they’re already creating some beautiful work. I can’t wait to see all of these glazed in a couple of weeks.
If you’d like to find out more about our weekly sessions, dm me.

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A little reflection on the Open Studio at @archesstudiossouthampton as part of @hampshireopenstudio in August 2026.

It was such a wonderful experience welcoming so many visitors into my new studio space, sharing my artworks, talking about my creative journey and meeting people who took the time to connect with my work.

Opening the doors to my new studio felt like the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and I am so thankful to everyone who came along, showed interest, shared kind words and brought my artworks.

Many thanks to a lovely visitor Tum for sending me this photo! It is such a lovely memory of the day and of this new chapter in my creative journey.

Feeling very grateful for the people, conversations, connections and opportunities that continue to unfold.

Most importantly, huge thank you to my supportive team of BSL Interpreters working with me breaking down the communication barrier, enabling me to be my authentic self with smooth open communication with everyone! 🙏🤟🏻💕

#artstudio
#deafartist
#artcommunity

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@unity_art_studios with @barbora_vlckova_art for the Hampshire open studios in Andover barbora showing her work @hampshireopenstudio last week #andoverhants #andoverarts #paulbevanmusicphotos

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Originalwatercolour#art#semiabstract#watercolour#artistsofinstagram

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A great little dog @unity_art_studios at last week’s @hampshireopenstudio in Andover @mellissawheeler2 little dog I think he likes being photographed #dogsofinstagram #unitartstdios #paulbevanmusicphotos

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This month we are delighted to welcome new exhibitor Mark Larcombe to our Art in the Square event on Sunday.

Mark is a Hampshire-based artist and printmaker, creating bold hand-carved prints and expressive collages from his original sketches. His work blends texture, form and intuition, resulting in unique pieces that invite each viewer to find their own interpretation of his work.

Pop along to view Mark’s display and chat to him about the inspiration behind his artwork.

Sunday 6th September
Market Square, Salisbury
10 - 4

@mark_larcombe_artist #artist #printmaker #collageartists #meettheartist #origanalart @salisburyartsscene @experiencesalisbury @visitsalisbury

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Wildlife artist SUSI GARDNER is back with her wonderful paintings on Sunday for our Art in The Square event.

Susi is a multi award winning wildlife and pet portrait artist specialising in oils. She will be displaying a collection of her original artwork along with prints, notebooks and cards. Something for everyone.

Sunday 6th September
Market Square, Salisbury
10 - 4

Pop down to see her full display and for a chat about the inspiration behind her artwork.

Sunday 6th September
Market Square, Salisbury
10 - 4

@susi_gardner_artist #wildlifeartist #meettheartist #originalartforsale #wildlifeportraits #petportraits @salisburyartsscene @visitsalisbury @experiencesalisbury

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Since @hampshireopenstudio I have had a lovely flurry of new followers.
I am a practicing ceramicist married to the famous artist of Salisbury, UK @fred.fieber.
I have a studio with my brother @boatponypots at Godshill Pottery 🌳 in the @newforestnpa. Photographs by @kin_ho_photo
Thank you

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That’s a wrap on Hampshire Open Studios 2026!

We had such a lovely time welcoming everyone into the studio, a big thanks to Jo for having me! I loved having a pop up exhibition in her beautiful space and a big thanks to all that visited us during the week!

Lots of great chats and handmade pieces finding new homes 🙌

#hampshireopenstudios #printmaker #jeweller #winchester

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Thank you All!
To my wonderful hosts and beautiful studio @pingandlily - thank you so much for inviting to take part with you! Thank you talented and wonderful makers -
@cazlarcombe_ceramics @meonsoap @3elementsmedia @simonharveyfurniture
Thank you also to all who visited and bought my art.
@hampshireopenstudio

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What a fabulous first Hampshire Open Studios we’ve had!

Thanks to everyone who came to visit us over the past 10 days. We lost count of how many of you popped in, but you bought 88 of our items! 🥰

We’ll be taking part in @gosportarttrail in October, with some more of our arts and crafts for sale from @thehardwaycoffeeco 🌊

See you soon! ✨

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