Summer in the Gallery-Shop (June Edit)

June marks the official start of summer so for this months edit we decided to put together some of our more summer themed items.

June 2018 edit - A selection of our summer themed items from the shop.

Nothing says summer like an explosion of colour and that's just what we've tried to do with this edit. Each item is bright, colourful and can be the perfect summer gift. Don't forget! If you would like to purchase anything from this edit you can get in touch via email (hello@weststudios.co.uk) or phone (01246 500 799) to reserve any of the items.

Roller dog cushion - £30

Now without further ado, lets go from top to bottom and explore what this edit has to offer.
Firstly, we have this gorgeous summer/animal themed cushion by Roller Dog.  The cushion is made from faux-suede and costs £30.

Items by various sellers within the shop.

The floating butterflies and dancing ladies  are by Sheffield Custom Boutique - £3 each.

The blue and white ceramic bowl is by Drawn and Fired - £10. Doesn't this remind you of the sea?

The purses of various colours are all real leather and made by Shadow Crafts - £15.

Items by shop seller Duck and Peach.

Our Next selection of items are all made by Duck and Peach.

A closer look at the pins available by Duck and Peach.

Grumpy Cat Cushion - £18.

This cushion is also available with a green or purple background.

Peach enamel pin - £7

Purrmaid enamel pin - £7

Grumpy Cat enamel pin - £7

Unicorn club pin - £7

Items in the shop by Sophie Heywood.

The Weird Animal Club items are made by Sophie Heywood.

Weird Animal Club, set of four badges - £2.

Weird Animal Club, Vol 1 - £5

Weird Animal Club, Vol 2 - £5

Flamingo Card by The Illustrated Wisp

The Summer Flamingo card is made by The Illustrated Wisp - £2.75

We hope to see you in the gallery-shop soon!

Open Exhibition Application Form

Applications are now open for our fourth annual Open Exhibition. Artists are welcomed to submit up to 3 pieces of work for just £10. 2D & 3D work accepted. To apply, please fill out the application form below.

Application Deadline - Friday 10th August
We will confirm to you by Friday 17th August whether your work has been accepted into the Open Exhibition.

Meet some of our Young Contemporaries.

We speak with Syed, Ellie and Kai about their Young Contemporary experiences so far:

ON BEHALF OF THE PEOPLE by Ray Castleton

West Studios tenant, Ray Castleton, has written a powerful and engaging story of a post-war Yorkshire mining family, coming to terms with their rapidly changing world and a new Britain; told with warmth and authenticity.

1945: a land fit for heroes - this time?

Based on extensive research and true stories, On Behalf of The People was originally commissioned by the National Coal Mining Museum for England and reveals how millions of people in mining communities were affected by the end of the war, coal nationalisation and the huge period of social change which impacted on their lives, love, hopes and dreams.

'Tom Mason returns from the war to the arms of his grateful mother and fiancee - and to the bosom of the pit. George fights his own battles and an election. Connie mourns, loves and unites as Liz sees a new world, brim-full of opportunity. In a new Britain, will their hopes and dreams be reconciled?'

The Melting Shop - telling real stories that matter.

The play is available to view at the Chesterfield College Theatre on Friday 25th May at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £10 for the play are available via West Studios. Call us on 01246 500 799 or email hello@weststudios.co.uk.

'Moving and poignant' Buxton Fringe
'On Behalf Of The People' 
By Ray Castleton. 
Directed by Charlie Kenber.