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In almost every town across Dorset you'll find craft shops, art galleries and gift shops selling local producally goods.
You'll be guaranteed to find something unique and it'll be a great reminder of your holiday.
There are a huge number of artisans who make, create or upcycle in Dorset and sell their wares in the local shops, galleries or emporiums.
So whether it’s a winter hat knitted with wool from Corfe Castle sheep, natural soaps made with Dorset honey or handmade bags crafted from hand-printed material, you know that it’s made with local products, by local people and you can buy it in local shops too – a triple win!
We’re very proud of our local producers and makers, and their unique products are sold all over Dorset. Some are also available online, so you can purchase a little piece of Dorset from anywhere in the world.
The Dorset landscape plays a huge part in providing inspiration for local artists. Whether they are working on canvas, with clay or textiles, our outstanding coast and countryside helps shape their final creation. And of course this means their works of art are fantastic keepsakes after a holiday to Dorset.
The Boilerhouse Gallery in Corfe Castle has many artists working under one roof. Visit the individual studios to see the huge variety of art, crafts and upcycling created by local people. There is everything from paintings and pottery to jewellery and metalwork. And Corfe Castle heritage railway station is right next door with fantasic views towards the Castle.
Perhaps you'd like to commission one of our artists to paint, sculpt or design a piece of art especially for you?
We have plenty of skilled artisans who would do just that and give you something bespoke and truly unique to keep and treasure forever.
Visit the Creative Gallery in Wareham for individual and unique creations. The gallery is run by the various artists and makers who sell their jewellery, photography, stoneware, paintings and more - you might even see some of them at work!
Highcliffe Castle and Durlston Castle are both home to galleries which have exhibitions of artwork, photography and crafts, where you can admire the creations and sometimes buy them aswell. They, along with many other galleries hold art events throughout the year.
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Speciality Shop
CORFE CASTLE
*LATEST UPDATE* Now open every day from 10:30 - 5pm
Speciality Shop
WAREHAM
*LATEST UPDATE* Purbeck Artisan Yard has now re-opened. Purbeck Artisan Yard is a community of local artists, crafters, printmakers, upcyclers, vintage collectors & creative folk working, displaying & selling their goods.
Gallery
Swanage
Andy is a self-taught artist based in Purbeck. He started his work as an artist in early 2017. In November 2019 he moved into The Courtyard Studio in Swanage where half the shop features his art and photography. Andy also has artwork all year round…
Interested in drawing in pen?
Andy has a limited stock of Winsor and Newton Promarker sets 1 and 2 (contain 12 colours and a blender pen) and Staedtler Pigment fineliner sets (contains 6 fineliner pens - 0.05. 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 0.3-2.0)
These are at reasonable prices compared to in store stockists locally and many online stores too.
Also available
A6 Watercolour Postcard Pad - 12 sheets at 300GSM - sold by Cowling and Wilcox - Andy uses these for his original art postcards and also has used previously for his 'Art for fun' table activities.
If interested contact Andy to find out his prices.
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Commission a Valentines Card for your special one.
Hand drawn card with envelope provided and mailed to you / local delivery in BH19 and BH20 / Click and collect by arrangement.
Cost £5
Email Andy on: andy@andyknillart.com for discussion on features / scene you would like to have.
2020 examples availan]ble from Andy on request
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Enjoy doing art for fun?
Want to share the experience with others especially during lockdown?
Andy set up during the November lockdown a Facebook Public group - Art for Fun. The ideas is for a range of people who like doing some art to share ideas, examples of things they have produced and to provide a growing community to encourage each other through what can be a very difficult time especially if you are alone.
The group has 3 rules:
1) Be kind and courteous - We're all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let's treat everyone with respect. Kindness is required.
2) No promotions or spam - Give more to this group than you take. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren't allowed
3) Art for fun means no judgement - NO comments that are critical, be supportive that members have participated and had a go at some art. Don't compare yourself with others as we all arrive with different experiences.
Andy footnote: I must emphasise this is not for artists to promote themselves in - see rule 2 - I am not using it to market my artwork. I started drawing to help my mental health as a therapy, I spent 30 years teaching 11-16 year olds and my art is self taught, I just practise a lot. I a very aware of how people say I can't draw or do art...if you enjoy doing it whatever the outcome please join in and tell others too.
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Outdoor Market
Dorchester
*LATEST UPDATE* The Market is currently open. Dorchester Market is one of Dorset's biggest and best markets! Founded in 1860 by Thomas Ensor, Dorchester Market boasts history and charm. The market has played an integral role within Dorset’s county…
Speciality Shop
WAREHAM
*LATEST UPDATE* The Creative Gallery has now re-opened. Opening hours are daily 10am-5pm during summer months, Monday-Saturday from October. Appropriate distancing and hand steralizing etc.available. The Gallery is run as a co-operative with our…
Online Shopping
Bournemouth
*Purchase a print* - While Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum is closed, you can still explore many of the paintings and sculptures in their collection by visiting the Art UK website. You can also purchase a print from over 800 images from the…
Gallery
CORFE CASTLE
*LATEST UPDATE* The Boilerhouse Gallery is still open, but Fridays and Saturdays only for now. We will always open by appointment, and if one of us is working on site look out for our new wireless bell to summon us from the studio... An artist-run…
Photography
Beaminster
Vue.Dog is a dog photography lifestyle brand, offering outdoor fun photo shoots for dogs with professional dog photographer Drew Sproule in Dorset, Somerset and Devon.
Antique/Craft Centre
BLANDFORD FORUM
Our Craft Market is held every 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.
Gallery
SWANAGE
*Art Gallery owned by artist Gina Marshall* in the heart of Swanage in the beautiful county of Dorset.
Online Shopping
WAREHAM
*Online shopping delivered to your door* - home accessories and unique gifts all inspired by the beautiful countryside and wildlife of Dorset.
Arts & Crafts Shop
PORTLAND
Furniture to fall in love with. The Ewenique Furniture Flock of sheep shaped footstools are created by Liz in her small seaside workshop within the Ewenique Furniture Shop in Fortuneswell on Portland.
The shop is open by appointment and the full…
Gallery
SHERBORNE
We are a family owned & run art gallery, dealing in Victorian & 20th century watercolours & oil paintings, antique maps & prints. We also provide art related services including bespoke framing; oil & watercolour restoration, art probate & insurance…
Covered Market/Market Hall
Dorchester
Third Friday of the month. 2-3.30pm. St Martin’s Community Hall Broadmayne, (Next to the Church) Cakes, Preserves, Raffle, Craft, Plants, , Bric-a-brac, books, Jigsaws, Cards, Local Pork, Sausages and Eggs, Local Watercress, Plants from a local…
Covered Market/Market Hall
BLANDFORD FORUM
*LATEST UPDATE* - The Market is currently open and face coverings should be worn.
The Indoor Market, in the Corn Exchange and the Shambles, is held every Thursday 6.30am – 4.30pm. If you want to book a stall please contact the Town Council’s…
Arts & Crafts Shop
BOURNEMOUTH
One of Bournemouth’s oldest framing shops, Artcetera, has framed around 100,000 items since it first opened in 1970. Of course, they frame artworks and photographs, but they also frame the weird, the wonderful and, once, a pair of Anthony Joshuas…
Speciality Shop
Weymouth
*Now open* - Situated close to the sea front on Weymouth's prettiest shopping street we are pleased to announce that St Alban Street Gallery and Weymouth Woollies are now open again.
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