KILN CAMBRIDGE
Kiln, an open-access pottery studio on Ditton Walk, will be open to the public over the weekends of 1-2 and 8-9 July. More than 30 potters will be showcasing their work, with the chance to browse and buy unique pieces ranging from rustic tableware to sculptural art. Local talent Zoe Hardinge ( @pottering_a_round on Instagram), creates one-of-a-kind plates and has been a member of Kiln since it opened in 2018. She finds inspiration everywhere – from traditional Japanese stitching to London Underground seats. Designed to be used and enjoyed, Zoe’s beautiful plates are on sale at the David Parr House shop.
MELIPRINTS
There will be a variety of artists setting up shop at The Pitt Building in the city centre this July, including printmaker Melissa Lhoirit, aka Meliprints. Creating limited-edition runs of lino-cut prints using traditional linoleum and a relief printing process, Melissa’s artwork begins with a sketch of a scene or movement that inspires her. “I draw scenes of daily life,” she explains. “People play a significant role in my compositions, as I aim to tell stories and capture the atmosphere of the moment. Cambridge is a great source of inspiration to me, and so is dance – which holds a special place in my life. My lino-cut prints aim to convey the joy and enchantment of music and dance.” With vibrant colours and strong contrasts, Melissa’s striking depictions are sure to captivate at this year’s Open Studios, plus there will be a chance to discover the intricate process that goes into making them. From carving her illustrations onto the lino block to transferring ink to paper using a hand-operated printing press, Melissa will demonstrate creating a lino-cut print from scratch – perhaps even inspiring guests to give it a go themselves. “As I experienced last year, the most enjoyable aspect of Open Studios is the chance to engage with wonderful visitors,” she comments. “I look forward to chatting with them, answering all their questions and sharing my passion for printmaking!”
ALL THAT JAZZ Melissa Lhoirit’s bold prints take inspiration from Cambridge’s vibrant live music culture
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