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In our main window this month are two fabulous artists - Carolyn Pavey and Madeleine Floyd.
We have a beautiful selection of small originals from Carolyn depicting a variety of British animals and birds in her distinctive style.
Carolyn Pavey paints mainly in oils or acrylic with mixed media. Having originally trained as an illustrator at Brighton University under famous illustrator Raymond Briggs of The Snowman fame the rigorous training Carolyn received in drawing and painting has been the mainstay of her work ever since.
She is inspired by many aspects of everyday life, the English countryside and the beaches near her home on the Isle of Wight, to literature, song lyrics and gardens.
Life is a gift to be explored. I view the world in terms of colour and line, and if my paintings sometimes make people smile with me along the way, then that is a bonus.”
Alongside Carolyn are limited edition prints by Madeleine Floyd whose illustrations are informed by a strong draughtsmanship that captures the essence and emotion of the subjects she chooses, combining a timeless sensitivity with a gentle humour.
Complementing these artists are sculptures from Gemma Rees, felted dogs from Kate Toms and new ceramics from Rosemary Jacks and then those lovely candles from Shaftesbury maker Amalia Pothecary and tea-light holders from local Dorset maker Sarah-Jane.
All in all a lovely window we think!
