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23 May - 7 June colour. They tend towards an abstracted view of something tangible, using different combinations of hues to capture the sense of mood and light. Another stunning venue is THE WATER WORKS in the heart of Swanage. (venue 110) Originally built in 1864 by George Burt, the circular stone building and courtyard, that still holds the 113 foot deep artesian well, have now been beautifully renovated and will be host to three artists who have very different approaches to the landscape. ELEANOR SPALDING's expressive landscapes in oil and pastel have a visceral and energetic quality whereas KASIA ZAGLOBA’s focus is quieter, using soft pastels to capture the interplay of light and re fl ections. Textile artist LAURA BUTT constructs detailed maps using collage and free motion embroidery. JULIA CROLE is another exciting addition to DAW. (venue 242) She works on canvas and linen but also prepares small panels using traditional techniques and materials: rabbit skin glue, chalk gesso and egg tempera. Fluid and painterly her fi gures and landscapes are often ‘haunted’ by ideas of displacement absence and unexplained presences. At the other end of the scale, renowned sculptor GRETA BERLIN (venue 236) will be taking part in DAW for the last time after thirty years. Don’t miss this opportunity to view her signature sculpture in clay, stone, bronze and metal. For those who enjoy traditional fi gurative painting in the style of Matisse, Bonnard and the Nabis, HUGO GRENVILLE’s studio in Bridport (venue 217) is another must see. There are two major venues in Wimborne, the MUSEUM OF EAST DORSET (venue 69) and WALFORD MILL CRAFTS (venue 66). Walford Mill is right on the river, making it extremely picturesque but also meaning that they suffered badly from the fl oods earlier in the year. However with great good humour and positivity they reopened. There are a number of working artists’ studios at the venue which will allow people to experience a wide range of crafts and fi ne art. Within walking distance of the mill is the Museum of East Dorset (venue 69), where a multi-disciplinary exhibition, Droves & Downs , curated by MILLIE LAKE, reveals a fascinating insight into four artists’ processes in response to Cranborne Chase National Landscape. SIÂN CANN, a visually impaired photographer, works with polaroid instant cameras and innovative cameraless techniques. Multi disciplinary artist ANNABEL BEASLEY has focused on fairytales and folklore and the people who inhabit the forest. Painter TONIA GUNSTONE spent time walking and absorbing the atmosphere of Mistlebury Wood and Win Green whilst RICHARD GREGORY’s response includes drawing and an abandoned car wing which he has used as a support for a beautiful detailed painting. A large display case contains cameras, a mini concertina print, 3D works and research photos. Just outside Wareham PETER JOYCE can be found at the Furzebrook studio complex (venue 101). Living between France and the UK Peter is taking part in DAW after a considerable gap. The works on show will re fl ect his immersion in the landscapes of both locations. DORSET ART WEEKS 2026 • 3 Venue 268: Mosaic Collective CORSCOMBE DT2 0NT SALLY BURNETT | GIGI SUDBURY | NOTARIANNI GLASS | MAJEDA CLARKE | SIMON THOMAS PIRIE Five Dorset artist makers show elegant wooden vessels, fine art painting, contemporary glass, woven textiles and sculptural furniture Details of talks: mosaic-collective.co.uk | Instagram: 2026mosaiccollective | Facebook: Mosaic Collective 2026 FRONT COVER: NOTARIANNI GLASS (VENUE 268) ELEANOR SPALDING (VENUE 110) JULIA CROLE (VENUE 242) *EVOLVER_149_SB.qxp_Evolver_2025 14/04/2026 20:09 Page 21