Tag: Open Studio

Suite Open Studios… Coming Soon!

Suite warmly invites you to join us on the 6th and 7th of December, where mulled wine and nibbles will help keep the winter chill at bay. While I’ll only be there on Friday, the event is perfectly timed to coincide with the open studios at Hotbed Press, offering plenty to explore across multiple floors. It’s the perfect opportunity to drop by, have a chat, and soak up the creative atmosphere. We’d love to see you there!

I’ll also have a selection of works from my back catalogue available for purchase. Whether you’re treating yourself to a new piece of art or searching for the perfect gift, I’d be delighted to assist. Framing and delivery can be arranged upon request, making it even easier to bring a special piece into your home or share it with someone you care about.

Opening times: 6th December 5-9pm and 7th December 11-5pm

Rose is a Rose is a Rose, Manchester at Paradise Works

 

Mark your calendars for Saturday, 16th November, when “Rose is a Rose is a Rose” opens its doors for a special one-day event, coinciding with the Manchester Contemporary and Paradise Works’ Open Studios in Salford.

From 3 PM to 9 PM, Belinda Worsley will showcase her captivating postcard project, accompanied by works from Steven Calver, Angela Tait, and Jeffrey Knopf in his studio space.

The works in the Rose Project draw inspiration from Gertrude Stein’s famous line, “A rose is a rose is a rose,” a simplified form of the phrase from her 1913 poem Sacred Emily. Often interpreted as a reflection of the law of identity (“A is A”), the quote suggests that things are simply what they are. Stein believed that naming something evokes the emotions and imagery associated with it, an idea central to broader philosophical debates on universals—where thinkers like Peter Abelard used the rose to explore how language conveys meaning.

With my own work focused on the challenges of communication and the complexities of language, I created a couple of postcards reflecting these themes in connection to Stein’s quote. Be sure to look out for my text-based contributions amid the beautiful array of roses on display!

The Manchester Contemporary VIP Collector’s Tour, ArtWork Atelier, Salford

Following an exceedingly busy few weeks, I have finally managed to move into my new, larger studio space with fellow artist Nick Sykes at ArtWork Atelier (just in time for the VIP Collector’s tour as part of the Manchester Contemporary festival)! Opening this evening only (from 6-8pm), collectors will have the opportunity to view the studios and speak to a variety of artists about their work.