Local Weather

Rain

Rain

max temp: 8°C

min temp: 6°C

Five-day forecast

A number of artists opened up their studios to the public on Sunday to give visitors a chance to view and discuss their most recent pieces of work.

To send a link to this page to a friend, you must be logged in.

More than 200 people attended the Open Studios event at Valentines Mansion and Gardens, Emerson Road, Ilford.

A spokesman for Valentines Mansion said: “As always, the Open Studios were well attended and it remains one of the most popular events in our calendar.

“The idea is to showcase local talent and promote art in its diverse forms around the borough and beyond and to inspire people to get involved.”

Visitors got to see the artists at work, creating pieces such as stained glass, fine art, ceramics and much more. Artist Julian Walker, said: “For me the Open Studios provide opportunities to have in-depth conversations about my work, discussing what art means to people and what it can be.

“These sessions can be educational for us as well as the visitors”.

The next event will be held on November 25 from 11am-4pm.

Share this article

0 comments

   Local advertisers

More news articles

Image
Click here to read the Digital Edition of the Ilford Recorder on screen
Use our Wedding site to help you plan your big day!
At WeddingSite we know how much you have to organise for your wedding day, that's why we have designed a set of FREE, simple-to-use tools to make the planning process easy & hassle-free. FIND OUT MORE
Find a date using our online dating and friend finder
You can meet new friends, find romance or simply meet up online with people sharing similar interests and hobbies. FIND OUT MORE
Find a local business using our online directory search
Need a plumber? Or a florist? Or anything else? Search our business directory to find Ilford businesses in just a few seconds. FIND OUT MORE
Family notices from the Ilford Recorder, with readers' tributes
In memoriam, birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, best wishes & special days. FIND OUT MORE

Celebrity / Showbiz See all

Helen Mirren is shown around the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2013. Picture: Keith Larby/iwitness

Picture gallery: Chelsea Flower Show 2013

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show opens to the public today, but celebrities and VIPs, including the Queen, have already had a look at the floral displays.

Read full story »