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Suffolk Open Studios > 2025 Directory > Updates

2025 printed Directory updates

The directory goes to the printers for publication in March so, by the time June comes around there are usually a few unavoidable changes to the artists’ information – particularly with opening dates. These changes will be listed here so please check before you visit, just in case anything has changed or if any errors have been made in the printing.

Please note that if the SOS App is showing different information to the printed directory, please consider the App to be correct as we are able to make updates to the digital content.

Kate Bowen will not be able to open her studio on the weekend of 7/8 June.

Layer Tree will not be able to open their studio on the weekend of 21/22 June.

Sarah Figlio will not be able to open her studio on the weekend of 21/22 June.

Steve Brooks will now be opening his studio on 21/22 June and 28/29 June.

Maggie Gospel will now be opening her studio on 28/29 June.

Alex Dipple‘s studio will not be open on the weekend of 28/29 June.

Kim Croysdill’s studio (KC Design) will not be open on the weekend of 28/29 June.

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Liesel Lawrence – Form, Fire and Function Liese Liesel Lawrence – Form, Fire and Function Liesel Lawrence creates ceramics that sit at the intersection of purpose and artistry – high-fired stoneware pieces that are as tactile as they are thoughtful. Her work spans domestic ware, hand-built sculptural forms and occasional raku firings, often finished with light glazes over multi-coloured surfaces. Trained originally as a sculptor in Hamburg and later at Camberwell School of Art, Liesel brings a sculptor’s eye to the ceramic form – whether she’s throwing a useful vessel or building something more abstract and expressive by hand. Working from her studio in Suffolk, she exhibits through Anglian Potters and Suffolk Open Studios, continuing a long-standing practice that values both utility and imagination. For those curious about the range of ceramics being made in the region, the Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition at Holton Lodge Barn (21–31 August) is a great opportunity to explore. Find more Suffolk makers at www.suffolkopenstudios.org #LieselLawrence #SuffolkCeramics #StonewareAndRaku #FunctionalCraft
Tracy Laudat – Abstract Works That Invite Reflec Tracy Laudat – Abstract Works That Invite Reflection Tracy Laudat’s paintings are driven by intuition – rich with movement, texture and colour that speak more to feeling than to form. Working in acrylics, she plays with the interaction of opaque and translucent layers, allowing her compositions to shift and shimmer with depth. Originally from London and now based in Suffolk, Tracy began painting during the COVID lockdown as a personal and therapeutic escape. What began as a quiet outlet soon evolved into a confident and evolving abstract practice – one that invites each viewer to interpret her work in their own way. Her paintings are known for their fine details and subtle embellishments – visual moments that pull you in the longer you look. Tracy regularly exhibits and takes part in creative events across the region, which she shares via her website and social media. For anyone looking to explore local creativity, the Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition at Holton Lodge Barn (21–31 August) is a great place to start. Find out more at www.suffolkopenstudios.org or follow Tracy’s work online. #TracyLaudat #ContemporaryAbstract #AcrylicArt #SuffolkArtist
Sally Ladbrooke – Colourful Conversations with t Sally Ladbrooke – Colourful Conversations with the Landscape Sally Ladbrooke works in layers – of media, colour and meaning. Drawing from plein air sketches made in her garden or out in the Suffolk landscape, she transforms those moments into mixed media pieces that burst with life and texture. Using watercolour, acrylic inks, oil pastels and the occasional fragment of gelli-printed tissue, Sally builds compositions that are bold yet thoughtful. Still life subjects are a recurring theme – but never still. Colour and composition work together to inject energy into every piece. She’s an active member of several local art groups and enjoys the shared inspiration that comes from working alongside others – whether tackling the same subject or simply exchanging ideas. If you’re curious to explore the vibrant and varied art being made in the county, the Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition at Holton Lodge Barn (21–31 August) is a brilliant place to start. See more at www.suffolkopenstudios.org #SallyLadbrooke #MixedMediaArt #SuffolkLandscape #StillLifeReimagined
The Kirins – A Life in Collaboration The Kirins The Kirins – A Life in Collaboration The Kirins are a West Suffolk-based artist couple whose shared practice blends drawing, watercolour, ink and chance. After first meeting at art college in London in the 1980s, their paths crossed again decades later – leading not just to marriage, but to a creative partnership grounded in trust, openness and artistic curiosity. Their collaborative works explore themes ranging from architecture and human interaction to reimagined classical narratives. There’s a gentle boldness to what they do – layering styles, switching hands, and embracing the unexpected. While their individual voices remain distinct, their joined practice brings something new and often surprising to life. Exhibiting together since 2016, The Kirins are represented by Bell Fine Art and London Contemporary Art. They’ve also supported cultural institutions and charities through their art – seeing creativity and community as naturally intertwined. The Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition at Holton Lodge Barn (21–31 August) is a perfect place to explore artists working together, individually – and everything in between. Discover more at www.suffolkopenstudios.org #TheKirins #CollaborativeArt #SuffolkArtists #DrawingAndBeyond
Belinda King – Rhythm, Light and the Landscape W Belinda King – Rhythm, Light and the Landscape Within Belinda King’s landscapes are not about place so much as feeling – shifting skies, layered hills, the rhythm of trees in silhouette. Working mainly in oils and acrylics, her colourful, stylised paintings are shaped by mood, memory and imagination rather than precise geography. Having trained at St Martins School of Art in the 1960s, Belinda’s career has spanned printmaking, painting and teaching. She was a founding member of Gainsborough’s House Print Workshop and has exhibited widely, with a recent solo show Landscape Unlocked at Burgh House in Hampstead. Now based in Assington, Belinda continues to explore the emotional power of landscape – using quick pencil sketches as a starting point for work that often edges towards abstraction. Teaching remains part of her creative rhythm, with private drawing and painting classes held locally. The Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition at Holton Lodge Barn (21–31 August) is a great way to explore what local artists are making now – from traditional to experimental, expressive to abstract. You can see more of Belinda’s work at belindakingartist.co.uk or follow her on Instagram at @belindakingartist #BelindaKingArt #LandscapePainting #SuffolkArtScene #OilAndAcrylic
Suffolk Open Studios Late Summer Exhibition – co Suffolk Open Studios Late Summer Exhibition – coming soon! 📅 21–31 August 2025 📍 Holton Lodge Barn, near Halesworth 🆓 Free entry – all welcome! We’re excited to invite you to the Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition – a vibrant celebration of local art in a beautiful rural setting. Featuring original work from painters, printmakers, ceramicists, sculptors and more, this is the perfect chance to discover new artists, get inspired, and maybe even take home a unique piece of art. Art, inspiration, countryside views – what more could you want? Please help us spread the word! If you’re a Suffolk Open Studios member or art lover, we’d love you to share this post on your own social channels and invite your followers to come along. Let’s make this summer showcase a huge success! #SuffolkOpenStudios #ArtExhibition #SupportLocalArtists
Precision Meets Play in Abstract Form James Knigh Precision Meets Play in Abstract Form James Knights brings a unique fusion of structure and spontaneity to his abstract work – combining the logic of engineering with the freedom of artistic exploration. His pieces often begin with geometry and technical drawing, then shift into expressive mark-making, collage or textural experimentation. The result is a bold visual conversation – between order and chaos, constraint and release. Colour plays a central role, as does the tension between found materials and clean lines, expressive brushstrokes and mathematical logic. Now based in Suffolk, James continues to push the boundaries of his practice. His work has appeared in group exhibitions at Firstsite in Colchester, the Southbank Centre and The Affordable Art Fair in London. If you’re curious to see what local artists are creating, the Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition at Holton Lodge Barn (21–31 August) is a brilliant place to start. Explore more at Instagram.com/jamesknightsart and www.suffolkopenstudios.org #JamesKnightsArt #AbstractMixedMedia #GeometricArt #SuffolkArtScene
Finding Beauty in the Everyday Esther Keeble pain Finding Beauty in the Everyday Esther Keeble paints with warmth and honesty – drawing inspiration from daily life, local landscapes, animals and quiet moments of homelife. Her paintings feel like gentle observations, full of atmosphere and affection for the ordinary. Having returned to art after a break, Esther began with sketching before moving into oils – a medium she loves for its tactile quality – and more recently, watercolour, which she describes as joyful and immediate. Whether working from a walk in the countryside or people-watching in town, her work reflects a strong sense of presence and personal connection. She has exhibited locally and in Cambridge and is continuing to build her practice with new work and upcoming shows. The Suffolk Open Studios Summer Exhibition at Holton Lodge Barn (21–31 August) is a great opportunity to explore artists working in similar threads of memory, place and daily life. You can follow Esther on Instagram at @continue.feebs or visit www.suffolkopenstudios.org to discover more Suffolk artists. #EstherKeebleArt #OilAndWatercolour #EverydayInspiration #SuffolkArtist
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