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Christine Thompson
I can realistically draw your pet and work from photographs to portray its beauty and personality. Choose from either a simple study or a complete picture that captures your pet's true character.
I live in Abergavenny and have been working here as a freelance illustrator/graphic designer for the last 12 years. I have drawn many illustrations for clients including local wildlife trusts, church trustees and county councils. At the moment I am co-illustrating and writing a Welsh children’s book with my daughter.
I primarily take commissions for pet portraits which are mainly dogs and horses but have included cats, goats, ..... >>
Kimmi - New Life to Broken Plates
An archaeological conservator by training I use my skills to recycle shards from vintage broken cups and plates by grinding them into shape, adding Sterling Silver fittings and turning them into jewellery.
The patterns range from 19th century floral and willow patterns to 1960s kitsch and abstract. I source the broken cups and plates from tea-rooms, local charity shops and donations by customers. I also find shards from the fields surrounding Abergavenny. I only use plates which are damaged, chipped or cracked. I love the idea of reusing the shards and saving broken plates from the bin!
Lanterns
Unique stained glass lanterns
Jenny has always loved the arts and has painted most of her life. When she found out there was a stained glass class being held nearby she leapt at the chance of learning a new skill using different materials. She started by making small decorations for her children, grandchildren and friends using templates designed by someone else.
MGW Trumper Turkeys
Traditionally Reared Farm Fresh Christmas And Thanksgiving Turkeys - Winner of a *GREAT TASTE AWARD 2015 and 2017
We are a family farm with mixed livestock, producing beef, lamb, outdoor reared, rare breed British Saddleback pork from our free range pedigree sows and 1100 traditionally reared farm fresh Christmas turkeys. We are a member of FAWL (Farm Assured Welsh Livestock) ensuring our livestock is kept to the highest standards.
Although not classified as organic our family farm offers you extensively reared meat that has been grazed on the rich gra ..... >>
Annette Yates Jewellery
stunning silver jewellery that's distinctive, individual and hand made here in the beautiful county of Monmouthshire
I design and create silver jewellery. Each piece is unique, so you can be sure there will be no other quite like it.
Much of my work has a distinctly Celtic feel. While my designs are often influenced by my Welsh roots and the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside, my inspiration can just as easily come from simple shapes and textures, and of course you, the individual for whom I'm making.
Stay Down Our Lane
Quality, Welsh holiday accommodation in unique countryside properties
A choice of quality Self-catering or Bed & Breakfast accommodation in one of 13 rural properties situated in beautiful Monmouthshire countryside from the Brecon Beacons to the Wye and Usk Valleys and on towards Cardiff.
Stay on a farm, in a converted barn or Welsh rectory. Our small group offers a range of holiday accommodation all owner managed to give that personal touch. All our bed & breakfast and self-catering accommod ..... >>
For the Love of Cake
They tell us ‘we no longer make cakes like we used to’. That ‘our lives are too hectic for us to take the time to mix and bake’.
They tell us ‘we no longer make cakes like we used to’. That ‘our lives are too hectic for us to take the time to mix and bake’. Clam’s still make the cakes the traditional way. There’s the weighing, sifting and beating, the heavenly smell of eggs, butter and sugar cooking and finally the warm glow of contentment when the cakes sit on the wire racks waiting to be dressed...just asking to be eaten.
H. J. Edwards and Son
High Class Butchery & Delicatessen.
High Class Butchery & Delicatessen. Purveyors of the highest quality locally produced meats, als well as home made award winning pies and ready meals. H.J. Edwards has been operating as a retail butcher since the late 19th century.
St Michaels Centre
St Michaels Centre holds regular art, craft and photographic exhibitions with an emphasis on promoting the work of local artists.
St Michaels Centre, Abergavenny hold regular art, craft and photographic exhibitions with an emphasis on promoting the work of local artists and is ideally placed for exhibitions with the centre being used for functions, events and meetings.
The Court Cupboard Gallery
The Court Cupboard Gallery is situated on the western slopes of the Skirrid Mountain, Abergavenny in an old granary and has been managed by The Black Mountain Circle, a co-operative of local craft makers, since 1995.
At the Court Cupboard, along with the many varied and high quality arts and crafts, visitors can enjoy refreshments and 'Clams' locally made cakes in a comfortable coffee shop surrounded by art, it is manned by different makers each day who can often been seen making some of the craft items on display in the gallery.
Gavenny Graphics
Highly textured watercolour and acrylic paintings and prints of the Welsh landscape by David Haswell.
Though self-taught I believe that my approach has been largely influenced by my interest in the work of three Welsh painters: Kyffin Williams, John Blockley and John Knapp-Fisher. All three included in their work simple farming structures, dramatic skies and a limited colour palette.
Kwong Kuen Shan
I paint Welsh and Chinese scenes, cats, flowers, and many other subjects with traditional Chinese techniques.
I am a Chinese brush painter originally from Hong Kong. I made my home in Monmouthshire many years ago. I paint and exhibit, as well as teaching and have more recently started to write.
Robert Jones Limited Edition Prints
Intriguing and innovative prints to decorate your home and office
My passion has always been for landscape photography as it lets me spend as much time as possible in the wild outdoors participating in the three activities I like most – walking, kayaking and cycling.
Feathertree
Rebecca is a crochet designer based in Abergavenny.
Rebecca is a crochet designer based in Abergavenny. She creates accessories such as hats, scarves, shawls and mittens and also produces her own range of original patterns. Her designs are contemporary but have timeless appeal.
Monmouthshire Stone
Maria makes tea-light and candle holders out of stone from her family’s own Monmouthshire quarry (delph).
Maria makes tea-light and candle holders out of stone from her family’s own Monmouthshire quarry (delph), that was redundant until recently. Maria and her husband had the delph reinstated to supply stone for building and it now produces excellent quality ‘Devonian Old Red Sandstone’ which has beautiful colour variations ranging from greeny/grey to a purple tinge.
Byrgwm Products
Mike has worked with wood for over 20 years.
Mike produces a wide range of high quality woodturned items such as boxes with pyrography, Welsh and English named woods, Welsh slate/wood coasters, bowls, clocks, calculators, cheeseboards and also foot stools in a variety of rich tapestry colours. Mike's work is inspired by designs in Welsh Historic buildings and Celtic designs.
Townsend Designs
Rydym yn dylunio ac yn cynhyrchu planwyr gardd pwrpasol ynghyd â dodrefn awyr agored â dulliau, technegau a sgiliau gwaith saer traddodiadol sy’n prysur ddiflannu.
Rydym yn dylunio ac yn cynhyrchu planwyr gardd pwrpasol ynghyd â dodrefn awyr agored â dulliau, technegau a sgiliau gwaith saer traddodiadol sy’n prysur ddiflannu. Sgiliau sydd wedi gwasanaethu dyn yn dda dros gannoedd o flynyddoedd, ac sy’n haeddu parhau yn y dyfodol.
Beavan Family Butchers
Cigydd teuluol yn y Fenni, sy’n gwerthu cig eidion, cig oen a phorc a gynhyrchwyd gartref, ar eu fferm yn Llanwytherin
Cigydd teuluol yn y Fenni, sy’n gwerthu cig eidion, cig oen a phorc a gynhyrchwyd gartref, ar eu fferm yn Llanwytherin. Roedd eu fferm, Trerhew Fawr, ar raglen y BBC ‘Lambing Live’.
Helen Absalom
Helen's work takes a new perspective on classic botanical themes and still life in both large and small format canvases. She paints vibrant coloured images in oils which are well received as impactful and decorative pieces.
Helen gained a BA(hons) Degree in Graphic Design at Derby University. Much of her work is influenced by her training in Graphic Design as she loves bold colours and working exploring the possibilities that oil paints have to offer. The organic qualities of flowers and leaves challenge her to capture their ephemeral nature as the seasons change.
Elin Siân Blake
Elin Siân was born and raised in the South Wales valleys. Coming from a family with a strong agricultural history she regularly visited farms and country shows, and at the age of six learned to ride the Welsh ponies which feature largely in her work.
Elin gained her first Welsh cob commission at the age of eleven. She later studied graphic design at the University of Glamorgan, where she graduated in 2002. Since then she has pursued a career in Fine Art, developing her own unique style. Her favourite subjects are Welsh cobs and mountain ponies, as well as the beautiful Welsh rural landscape. Having spent a brief spell in Cardiff she once again yearned for the country life and so took to the r ..... >>
BowerBird Bears
Award Winning Bears using traditional and sustainable materials, sourced from Wales wherever possible.
Gill has been making artist teddy bears since November 2011; during this time she has been accepted into The Professional Crafters Guild and The Guild of Master Bear Crafters.
Penny Turnbull
Penny works full-time as a textile and print artist from her studio in Abergavenny
She is a member of The Court Cupboard Gallery, exhibiting locally and further afield, running workshops and participating in community arts projects.
Her primary interest is in collage and the layering of texture and colour to create an image. Favourite themes are landscapes and seascapes, as well as a long held fascination with myths and legends.
Sara Burch
Collage, mixed media and acrylics inspired by the landscape
I am a local artist inspired by the landscape around Abergavenny, and currently working in collage, mixed media and acrylics.
Textiles at The weir
Come and visit a beautiful area of Monmouthshire and learn a new skill in a cosy, country workshop. Textiles at The Weir is a studio based at a working small holding on the outskirts of Llanddewi Rhydderch, a small village just outside the market town of
Jan is an experienced Textile Artist and tutor based at her studio on the outskirts of the small village of Llanddewi Rhydderch, which is just outside the market town of Abergavenny.
She enjoys working with a range of textile media and techniques. Her work takes its inspiration from the Welsh countryside and nature, particularly the mountains that surround Abergavenny.
She runs a variety of textile based courses which ..... >>
Jantien Powell
Jantien Powell is a Welsh Artist living and working in the beautiful countryside near Abergavenny, Monmouthshire
She paints a wide range of subjects including landscapes, seascapes, animals, people and still life and although she works predominantly in acrylics, she also uses a range of medium including oils, inks and collage.
Her work is inspired by life as she sees it around her – the welsh hills, the coast, the faces and places of Wales.
Annierobina Glass Designs
Experienced stained glass artist with a background in fine art.
Bespoke commissions both domestic and commercial.
Traditional and contemporary, all designs are unique and individual.
Cherry Loft Studios
It all began with a love of cakes. Scrumptous to eat and fun to paint.
Then came the flowers, shells and the animals and along with that an idea. To start a shop, to sell my work.
Textiles at The weir
Come and visit a beautiful area of Monmouthshire and learn a new skill in a cosy, country workshop. Textiles at The Weir is a studio based at a working small holding on the outskirts of Llanddewi Rhydderch, a small village just outside the market town of
Jan is an experienced Textile Artist and tutor based at her studio on the outskirts of the small village of Llanddewi Rhydderch, which is just outside the market town of Abergavenny.
She enjoys working with a range of textile media and techniques. Her work takes its inspiration from the Welsh countryside and nature, particularly the mountains that surround Abergavenny.
She runs a variety of textile based courses which ..... >>
Fauxidermy
Textile Taxidermy, Animal Sculptures, Trophy Heads and Commissions.
Lying some where between the rolling Monmouthshire countryside and the wild dramatic lofty peaks of the Brecon Beacons National Park is my workshop….. a tiny stables on an old dairy farm.
I look to my surroundings and the rich literary history of Welsh myth and folklore for the inspiration in creating textile taxidermy sculptures aptly named Fauxidermy.
Barbara Bromhead-Wragg Photography
Celebrating the British Countryside: flora, fauna & landscape
Mission
Using colour and light to celebrate the British Countryside, those treasures of flora, fauna and landscape I've been privileged to capture.
Creating 'bookmark' cards, framed/mounted images and collectable gifts to share these treasures with other nature lovers
Robin Tree Designs
During my time as a Nursery Nurse working in nurseries and schools, I have developed an interest in art and drawing and developed my own individual style that is bold and colourful. I am also a published illustrator of children's resource books for Primary Schools.
Robin Tree Designs is my own business that allows me to create personalised illustrations such as family trees, children's name pictures, homes and special places. If the ..... >>
Abergavenny Museum
The Motte was probably built by the Norman Lord Hamelin de Ballon in 1087 AD. The tower built at the top of the motte would have been wooden. Beneath the motte was the bailey - a courtyard containing the outbuildings and stables.
The whole castle was destroyed in 1233 by Richard Marshal, Earl of Pembroke, and the Welsh princes. The keep was rebuilt in stone.
The first Great Hall in the castle was probably a timber buildi ..... >>
Louise Collis Studio & Gallery
To paint outdoors whatever the weather to capture the wonderful Welsh landscape.
Painting outdoors whatever the weather to capture the wonderful Welsh landscape.
Louise is a Plein Air painter. She travels around Wales and Britain painting the mountains, coast, valleys and woodland.
Emma Rhydderch Price - Fine Artist
My paintings are inspired by the landscapes and other subjects. Most of my time is spent in the mountains, studying the landscape on foot and on horse back.
Gallery in the Square
Gallery in the Square a Mansel Davies Photography, dau fusnes dan yr un to, a’r ddau’n ategu eu gilydd yn berffaith.
Gallery in the Square a Mansel Davies Photography, dau fusnes dan yr un to, a’r ddau’n ategu eu gilydd yn berffaith.
Absolute Metal
Arlunydd metel a pheiriannydd mecanyddol talentog yw Terry Mould. Gwelwyd ei robotiaid arswydus mewn cystadlaethau teledu fel Robot Wars a Mechcanibals
Arlunydd metelau a pheiriannydd mecanyddol talentog yw Terry Mould. Gwelwyd ei robotiaid arswydus mewn cystadlaethau teledu fel Robot Wars a Mechcanibals.
Susie Vaughan
Rwy'n casglu deunyddiau ar gyfer fy masgedi wrth gerdded cefn gwlad Cymru bob dydd – mae hyn yn ysbrydoliaeth gyson.
Rwy’n casglu deunyddiau ar gyfer fy masgedi wrth gerdded cefn gwlad Cymru bob dydd – mae hyn yn ysbrydoliaeth gyson. Mae lliw a gwead yn hollbwysig; nid yw’r prennau’n cael eu lliwio - daw’r amrywiaeth o liwiau o risgl naturiol y gwahanol goed.
Richard Meyrick Guitars
Offerynnau cerdd wedi’u gwneud â llaw o bren cynaliadwy neu wedi'i adfer, lle bynnag y bo'n bosibl.
Gitarau, iwcalilis ac offerynnau gwerin wedi’u gwneud â llaw o bren cynaliadwy neu wedi’i adfer, lle bynnag y bo’n bosibl.
Naturally Created
Naturally Created with a story to tell about handcrafted wooden boards.
Our story begins with a love for nature's beautiful product of wood.We take a piece of timber and handcraft it into a unique board for your home.
Love in Idleness
Hand embroidery inspired by the nature of the British isles, from the rarest orchid to the clover growing in my back garden.
My name is Victoria Matthewson and I am a self taught embroidery artist. I moved to Monmouthshire in 2005 and live in a small village with my husband and two girls. Inspired by the surrounding wildlife I base my designs on photographs I have taken and then embroider each piece in miniature using fine floss silk thread.
Meadow Farm
Organic farm shop, brewery, small cafe, fruit and vegetable garden and Veg box delivery service.
Nestled in Tintern Parva, the heart of the Wye Valley's lovely hills and ancient woodlands, at Meadow Farm and Kingstone Brewery, our aim is to produce and offer quality foods & beers, produced following natural, traditional methods.
Riverside Pottery & Gallery
Pottery and Watercolours by David Jones
David studied technical Illustration at The City of Gloucester Collage of Art, 1965 – 1967 and worked as a Graphic Designer until 2001.
On moving to Chepstow in 1997,
started to indulge his passion for ceramics.
A lifelong desire to one day open a Gallery, came to fruition four years later, when he and his wife Josephine opened Riverside Pottery and Gallery
in Chepstow.
Newhall Farm Shop
This farm shop was set up with the aim of providing as much local produce for the area as possible and with the intention of cutting down on food miles.
This farm shop was set up with the aim of providing as much local produce for the area as possible and with the intention of cutting down on food miles.
Riverside Pottery and Gallery
Located opposite Chepstow Castle, Riverside Pottery & Gallery provides the ideal showcase for local Welsh and English artists.
Riverside Gallery is the home for the works of local artist David Jones whose Wye Valley scenes are popular with locals and visiting tourists alike. In addition to watercolours and sketches David also makes a range of decorative and functional ceramics which are sort after as original gifts and practical additions to the home.
Frances Meredith
I create my art using a wide variety of textiles and thread, using appliqué techniques to build up layers of texture and colour.
I create my art using a wide variety of textiles and thread, using appliqué techniques to build up layers of texture and colour. I stitch the textile art with free machine embroidery or hand embroidery, using a variety of fabrics, hand dyed, recycled and new, capitalising on the characteristics of the different fabrics and layering which adds a vibrant
dimension to the textile art. I enjoy working with colourful fabrics and threads a ..... >>
Vivien Bowman Pet Portraits
Commissioned portraits of your favourite pets, horses, homes, landscapes, castles and botanics in any medium. Working from photographs supplied by you.
Vivien is a water colourist; she was born in Lancashire and her early influences in painting and drawing were the rocks of the Pennines. She moved to Chepstow in 2000 and now takes inspiration from animals of all shapes and sizes. Commissions have included pets,horses, Raglan Castle, a herd of Herefordshire cattle and country homes.
The Fabulous Fish Company
If you like your fish to be fabulously fresh visit us at Chepstow and Monmouth or call us to have it delivered to your home 07414 591557 National Seafoods Award finalist
The Fabulous Fish Company voted one of Wales’s favourite fishmongers at The True Taste Awards and it’s easy to see why. Sarah has also appeared on BBC Radio Wales and has cooked up a storm with her expert knowledge and sheer passion for good quality fish alongside her great cooking tips. The first fishmonger in Wales to be able to take on apprentice who will gain nationally recognised qualifications . , Sarah is now looking for a second ..... >>
Ominicci Designs
Sterling Silver and Copper Jewellery handmade in Chepstow
Voluntary redundancy from the Civil Service allowed me to set up my own studio in 2009. It also gave me the opportunity to enjoy the area where I live and take inspiration from my surroundings. I use ancient, traditional and modern methods in my jewellery making, and incorporate unusual techniques like Viking Weave, Foldforming, and Basket Weaving to produce unique items.
Cathryn Yeates
Cathryn graduated in 3D Design Ceramics in 1987 and has been creating her own work ever since. She taught on the BTec Ceramics course at the Royal Forest of Dean College for many years and has been running a pottery club in Chepstow since 1990!
Little Bird
Lost in a world of colour and wool, Little Bird makes beautiful needlefelted landscapes of Monmouthshire and the surrounding areas.
Feltmaking is one of the oldest crafts known to man and anyone who has ever washed a favourite woolly in a hot wash will know a little about the felting process.
Sally Mills Gallery
Mixed media Artist in love with textures describing her style somewhere between impressionism and abstract. Sally also creates a range of scarves, tote bags and cushions from her paintings
After 26 years in Australia we’ve recently moved back to Wales, now living in Monmouthshire. I have a Stiwdio in the hills of Gilwern and busy painting a new art series focused on water and its many patterns and reflections. I have a permanent spot at The Court Cupboard Art & Craft Gallery, exhibit at Oriel CRiC Gallery. Will be taking part in the Crickhowell Open Art Studios, Abergavenny Arts Festival, Abergavenny Food Festival and A ..... >>
Gentle Jane
Gentle Jane Tea Room and B&B is in the historic village of Grosmont, Monmouthshire, achieving a comfortable elegance, blending ancient and modern.
Gentle Jane Tea Room and B&B is in the historic village of Grosmont, Monmouthshire, achieving a comfortable elegance, blending ancient and modern. The Tea Room uses local and seasonal produce wherever possible and it's quality, homemade food is enviable. It was founded in order to service the tourist trade in a historic village on the 3 castles walk.Their mission is to serve high quality food made from locally sources fresh produce prese ..... >>
Julia Green
Rwyf wedi byw yn Sir Fynwy ers nifer o flynyddoedd.
Rwyf wedi byw yn Sir Fynwy ers nifer o flynyddoedd. Yn ystod yr amser hwn mae cefn gwlad wedi bod yn ysbrydoliaeth gyson i mi. Bydd y syniadau cyntaf ar gyfer fy ngemwaith yn dod o bethau naturiol, lleol y byddaf yn eu casglu, tynnu ffotograffau ohonynt a’u lluniadu. Mae fy ngwaith wedi cael ei ysbrydoli gan ddarn o risgl, carreg â gorchudd o gen neu ddeilen wedi ei bwyta gan bryfed. Mae’r gemwaith yn ceisio dangos cydbwysedd rhwn ..... >>
Anthony M Skates
Anthony's work is noted for creating striking landscapes of Monmouthshire and the Wye Valley. His use of intense colour is popular with art lovers across the UK and internationally.
My work is a modern interpretation of the landscape of Monmouthshire in particular and of Wales and the Welsh Marches in general. It takes the form of images which reflect the changing form and colour of the local landscape. This concentration upon the natural environment is particularly evidenced by my ongoing work to capture the forests of the Lower Wye Valley.
Anthony M Skates
Mae fy ngwaith yn ddehongliad modern o dirwedd Sir Fynwy yn bennaf a Chymru a’r Gororau yn gyffredinol.
Mae’r gwaith ar ffurf delweddau sy’n adlewyrchu ffurf a lliw newidiol y dirwedd leol. Mae’r fath bwyslais ar yr amgylchedd naturiol yn amlwg iawn yn fy ngwaith parhaus i gipio delwedd y fforestydd yn Nyffryn Gwy Isaf. Thema allweddol bellach o fewn fy ngwaith yw’r berthynas â’r cyfoeth o olion hanesyddol ac archeolegol sydd i’w gweld yn Sir Fynwy, a’u perthynas a’u lle hwythau o fewn yr amgylchedd ..... >>
Townsend Designs
We design and produce bespoke garden planters and items of outdoor furniture which are made using traditional joinery methods techniques and skills which are fast dying out.
We design and produce bespoke garden planters and items of outdoor furniture which are made using traditional joinery methods techniques and skills which are fast dying out. Skills which have served mankind well over hundreds of years and deserve to be continued into the future.
KK Ventures
Fine Indian Cuisine
We are based close to Monmouth, and are producers of Indian ready meals,snacks such as Samosas, Bhajis ,Kebabs ,Pickles and Chutneys.
JPJewellery
Hand Made Silver Jewellery
I am Jackie, a new jeweller from Monmouth. Having grown up in the countryside and always lived in rural locations, I take inspiration from nature around me. It is the shape and texture that predominantly influences my designs. I spend a lot of time walking with the dogs and I am a keen amateur photographer.
Fingal Rock
Irma Fingal Rock is a small family run business.
We stock the following Made in Monmouthshire produce:
Kingstone Brewery beers
Ty Gwyn Cider
Monnow Valley Wine
Wye Valley Honey
Swan Craft Studio
Swan Craft Studios offer studio space to inspire and encourage people of all abilities, allowing them to recognise and appreciate their creative side.
Swan Craft Studios offer studio space to inspire and encourage people of all abilities, allowing them to recognise and appreciate their creative side. There is also a shop selling work made by local artists and disabled artists.
Georgie Meadows
Drawing with a sewing machine on fabrics I make images inspired by years of working with the elderly and infirm.
I have always felt the importance of how we interpret what we see when caring for people is a neglected subject. I try to use my images to practice “looking” in a more reflective manner to try and prevent categorising and assumptions. I hope to encourage empathy and inclusion as well as celebrate the courage of old people who find life a struggle.
Art @ Oriel Jones
Art @ Oriel Jones is a vibrant, thriving arts centre in Monmouth providing not only a comprehensive art shop but also a gallery showcasing local art and craft and a studio space where we are able to provide a variety of art and craft courses.
Art @ Oriel Jones is a vibrant, thriving arts centre in Monmouth providing not only a comprehensive art shop but also a gallery showcasing local art and craft and a studio space where we are able to provide a variety of art and craft courses.
Pat Yallup
International artist, Pat Yallup, now works from her own studio gallery in the Wye Valley, intuitively bringing her imagination and emotions to life on canvas.
International artist, Pat Yallup, now works from her own studio gallery in the Wye Valley, intuitively bringing her imagination and emotions to life on canvas. Her past work can be seen in permanent collections in Canada, Germany, America, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
Richard Corbett
Atmospheric and evocative landscape paintings full of light and colour.
I moved to Monmouth in 2005 to become a full time artist, drawn by the beautiful landscape and the location. Nature is the source of my inspiration; I try to capture it's beauty and light through paint, print and photography.
Tess Cooling Calligraphy
Tess sees the importance and beauty of words and, combined with her love of art, making words beautiful seemed a natural progression.
Tess sees the importance and beauty of words and, combined with her love of art, making words beautiful seemed a natural progression. She produces her original designs on hand milled, heavy weight watercolour paper using richly pigmented inks. She then hand finishes, her limited edition prints on rough textured, deckle-edged paper, and gold or silver leaf.
Andrea Davis Jewellery
wonderfully pretty, eye-catching, individual pieces of jewellery
Living in the beautiful hills of Monmouth, I design and create pretty, eye-catching and individual jewellery using wonderful materials including glass, crystal, gemstones and vintage beads combined with silver.
Gorgeous beads are complimented by wire, ribbon and suede, silver and precious metal clay, to produce unique and exclusive jewellery.
Fiona Cran Jewellery
Following three years of studying jewellery making and design at Birmingham School of Jewellery, I decided to start a buisiness at home in Monmouth.
The elegant architecture of Monmouth town and the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside provides a constant source of inspiration.
Rivers are a key influence in my work; I try to capture the wonderful patterns and textures of rocks and pebbles and the effect they have upon the movement of water.
Glass2Di4
I have always loved the clarity of glass and the effect of light passing through it. This is what has inspired me to create fused glass which I then slump into plates, bowls and plaques.
I started working with glass to complement my hectic career and found it fascinating and stimulating. My appreciation of the versatility of glass as a medium has developed as I have experimented with different processes.
Isabel Mitchell
Contemporary lead crystal cast and fused glass sculpture.
"Glass is one of the most exciting, colourful and pleasurable medium that an artist can use.The result from glass casting provides an almost holographic image which is ever changing depending on the play of light"
("Old Blue Eye.." Photo credit Dave Mitchell)
Mono Handmade
Jan makes lampshades, cushions, bedding, blinds and curtains, which are tailored to her client’s requirements to complement their existing interior designs.
Jan makes lampshades, cushions, bedding, blinds and curtains, which are tailored to her client’s requirements to complement their existing interior designs. Her bespoke lampshades add the perfect finishing touch to a home, whether existing frames are restored and re-covered or something completely new created.
Yule Organic Sheepskins
Our Golden Lamb Rugs are lovingly produced from our own lambs, raised in a natural system in the beautiful Monmouthshire landscape.
Our Golden Lamb Rugs are lovingly produced from our own lambs, raised in a natural system in the beautiful Monmouthshire landscape. Sustaining the wildlife on our land is integral to our farming: we use no herbicides or routine pesticides or antibiotics, and are accountable to the Soil Association's strict Organic standards.
Wye Valley Woodturning
Rwy’n gweithio yn Nhrefynwy ac mae gen i gefndir yn y maes peirianneg. Cefais fy ysbrydoli i ddechrau turnio coed gan ffrind agos a oedd yn feistr ar y grefft saer coed a thurnio coed.
Rwy’n gweithio yn Nhrefynwy ac mae gen i gefndir yn y maes peirianneg. Cefais fy ysbrydoli i ddechrau turnio coed gan ffrind agos a oedd yn feistr ar y grefft saer coed a thurnio coed.
Julie Turner Ceramics
I have been influenced by traditional Creamware and historical Silverware since graduating in Ceramics from UWE, Bristol.
I have been influenced by traditional Creamware and historical Silverware since graduating in Ceramics from UWE, Bristol. I am obsessive about clean, simple and powerful forms.
Peter & Rosemary Williams
Successful designers Peter and Rosemary Williams draw inspiration for their work from the beautiful surroundings, natural and human forms.
Based in the picturesque town of Monmouth, successful designers Peter and Rosemary Williams draw inspiration for their work from the beautiful surroundings, natural and human forms.
Peter & Rosemary Williams
Gemyddion, gofaint arian, cerflunwyr a gwneuthurwyr modelau.
Daw ysbrydoliaeth Peter a Rosemary Williams, dylunwyr llwyddiannus sy’n gweithio yn nhref brydferth Trefynwy, o’r prydferthwch sydd o’u hamgylch, yn ogystal â ffurfiau naturiol a dynol.
Julie Turner Ceramics
Cefais fy nylanwadu gan Hufenwaith traddodiadol a llestri arian hanesyddol wedi graddio mewn Cerameg o Brifysgol Gorllewin Lloegr, Bryste. Mae gen i obsesiwn am ffurfiau glân, syml a chryf.
Cefais fy nylanwadu gan Hufenwaith traddodiadol a llestri arian hanesyddol wedi graddio mewn Cerameg o Brifysgol Gorllewin Lloegr, Bryste. Mae gen i obsesiwn am ffurfiau glân, syml a chryf.
Wye Valley Woodturning
I was inspired to take up woodturning by a late close friend who was a master carpenter and woodturner.
I am based in Monmouth and have an engineering background. I was inspired to take up woodturning by a late close friend who was a master carpenter and woodturner.
Must of my work is with green wood and I especially like to work with Spalted woods .
(Spalting is the staining / colour changing of the wood during the process of fungus breaking the wood down).
Jo Booth - Painter, Printmaker
Jo Booth is a painter, printmaker based in Monmouth town. She specialises in Llandscape taking inspiration from the Monmouthshire Hills, and the West Wales Coast as well as the landscapes of her holidays further a field.
“Jo Booth’s landscapes possess a remarkable informality, a sense of freedom that liberates the viewer, momentarily. But above all, they are simple, honest representations of the natural world. Booth is clearly besotted with the strikingly beautiful landscapes near her home. She paints the beauty, the space, the sense of occasion, even the possibilities that she sees before her, without resorting to photo-realism to get that message acro ..... >>
Wernddu Alpacas
Bridio alpacas hardd ar gyfer dillad hynod foethus
Mae’r alpacas yn pori ar dir organig ac yn cael eu bridio i’r safon uchaf posibl, gan fod ein dillad nesaf at y croen. Nid ydym yn cyfaddawdu ar ansawdd.
Nadezda Kakoli
My love of painting and passion for colour and line started in my childhood.I like to explore a variety of themes and media always starting with a simple subject and developing it with my own interpretation into a colourful contemporary work
I have always love to drawing and fascinated to know about art more deeply. I started to study art academically after my high school in the Fine Art Institute of Dhaka University Bangladesh and obtained a bachelor of fine arts major in oil painting with distinction from the China Academy of Arts China. I studied Chinese traditional water colour as my second subject which is reflecting on my water colour and mix media. I am also a qualified adult ..... >>
Marianne Seabright
An artist comfortable using a variety of mediums
Marianne is an artist based in Monmouth. She has a degree in Drawing and Applied Arts from the University of the West of England. Since graduating, Marianne has continued to develop her artistic style and experiment with different mediums, including oil paint, water colour, graphite and charcoal.
Tiaras & Pins by Rachel-Louise
Rachel-Louise is a creative designer and hair-stylist, qualifying in the early 1990s
Rachel-Louise is a creative designer and hair-stylist, qualifying in the early 1990s, based in Monmouthshire, U.K.
With a long-term love of designing and making jewellery for family and friends, Tiara & Pins has developed into wedding and special occasions jewellery.
Nadezda Kakoli
Dechreuodd fy hoffter o beintio a’m brwdfrydedd dros liwiau a llinell yn ystod fy mhlentyndod yn Asia.
Rwy’n hoffi archwilio amrywiaeth o themâu a chyfryngau gan ddechrau gyda phwnc syml bob tro a’i ddatblygu gyda fy nehongliad fy hun gan greu darn o waith lliwgar a chyfoes.
Virginie Hartley
Virginie Hartley is a painter, designer, photographer and a linguist.
Virginie Hartley is a versatile artist and linguist. Born and brought up in Corsica, she studied Japanese and English in Lyon. Her love of the English language and the British painting tradition then took her to London to study illustration. The thriving artistic life of the mid-eighties gave her the opportunity to create portraits of musicians, dancers and actors. Clients include the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Kodak and the National Trust.
Virginie Hartley
Mae Virginie Hartley yn arlunydd, dylunydd, ffotograffydd ac ieithydd.
Mae Virginie Hartley yn arlunydd amryddawn ac yn ieithydd. Ganwyd a magwyd hi yng Nghorsica, astudiodd Siapanaeg a Saesneg yn Lyon. Denodd ei chariad at yr iaith Saesneg a’r traddodiad peintio Prydeinig hi i Lundain i astudio darlunio. Mae bywyd artistig llwyddiannus yr wythdegau canol yn ffynhonnell ffrwythlon o ysbrydoliaeth i’w portreadau o gerddorion, dawnswyr ac actorion. Mae’n creu portreadau, lluniadau a murluniau ar ystod ..... >>
Bees for Development
Shop selling local honey, candles and onther bee products
Shop selling local honey, candles and other bee products, a range of hives and beekeeping paraphernalia, books and all things bees. Also African honey, products and display materials related to our work in developing countries.
During 2012 we are creating an Information Centre on bees and beekeeping for visitors to the shop.
We run Workshops and Courses at 1 Agincourt Street Monmouth, and at Ragman’s Lane Permaculture Far ..... >>
Rebecca Crabtree Jewellery
Handcrafted Gold, Silver & Copper jewellery with splashes of colour using enamels, gemstones and artisan glass. Rebecca also offers a range of jewellery making classes.
From my studio in Monmouth I create jewellery pieces which are wearable!
I make a broad range of pieces covering a simple pair of earrings suitable for wearing to work, up to more statement pieces and special occasion jewellery.
ABBEY JEWELLERY
I make bangles, rings, earrings, pendants, chains, chokers, necklaces, pins etc., and specialise in wedding jewellery, including tiaras.
Abbey Jewellery was first established in 1979 at the Log Cabin Crafts Centre, Llandogo. I then moved to the Model Farm Folk Museum and Craft Centre, where I worked for 10 years. For over 20 years I have been based at the Wye Valley Crafts Association's co-operative shop at Abbey Mill, Tintern. (www.wyevalleycrafts.co.uk).
I learned the craft of Solderless Wirework from a relative in Toronto. He was marketing his jewellery as a tradition ..... >>
Jane Brooks
I am an artist printmaker, I make semi abstract mono and collagraph prints.
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The prints are inspired by a lyrical response to landscape. They evoke my experience of this varied local area.
apCeramics Monmouth
Decorative Ceramic Brooches, Hanging Decorations and other small pieces, handmade by Alison Powell in Monmouth.
I have always enjoyed working with clay. I studied ceramics in the early 90s and from there worked as an Art Teacher for 17 years. I enjoyed planning exciting ceramic projects with the children. When my uncle gave me his wheel and kiln in 2004, I took ceramics up as a hobby.
Frances Bicker
Illustrations based on my experiences and love of animals and nature, folklore, legends and magic
Hello, my name is Frances
I love drawing and painting illustrations based on my experiences and love of animals and nature, folklore, legends and magic; capturing the beauty of the countryside and the unique personalities of the animals I meet.
Sally Saint
To show the absolute potential for healing with art; the cathartic & expressive experience of art is second to none.
I live in Monmouth, work from home and love every minute of it. The area is full of beauty and inspires me every day.
I have drawn for as long as I remember, it was my best friend, my space to express and I have loved it from day one.
Berry Bach
After many years of working in London teaching hospitals Gill and Andy decided that they needed a complete change of lifestyle and decided to buy a small farm in Wales.
After many years of working in London teaching hospitals Gill and Andy decided that they needed a complete change of lifestyle and decided to buy a small farm in Wales. Having no farming experience they were looking for animals that would be easy to manage and would give them the opportunity to set up a small concern using traditional crafts. Alpacas seemed to be the answer. Initially they bought six animals, but now have nineteen, plus seven ger ..... >>
Sioni Rhys Handweavers
Colour, pattern and texture are firm features of Sioni Rhys Handweavers’ textiles.
Their traditional Carthenni (throws) are deeply rooted in the culture of Welsh textile techniques but always in the modern idiom. They adapt design aspects used by the old mills to produce beautiful Carthenni which have become heirlooms treasured by a new generation. Their range of throws inspired by the former Melin Gwenffrwd on the Llanofer Estate in Monmouthshire is an illustration of economy and design that is the hallmark of Welsh textiles.
gwehyddion Sioni Rhys
Mae lliw, patrwm a gwead yn nodweddion pwysig yn neunyddiau Gwehyddion Sioni Rhys.
Mae lliw, patrwm a gwead yn nodweddion pwysig o frethyn Gwehyddion Sioni Rhys. Mae eu Carthenni traddodiadol yn seiliedig ar y diwylliant o dechnegau gwehyddu Cymreig ond bob amser gyda gwedd gyfoes. Maent yn addasu agweddau dylunio a ddefnyddiwyd gan yr hen felinau i gynhyrchu Carthenni hardd sydd bellach yn cael eu trysori gan genhedlaeth newydd. Mae eu detholiad o garthenni a ysbrydolwyd gan hen Felin Gwenffrwd ar Ystâd Llanofer yn Sir F ..... >>
Talybont Stores, Post Office and Cafe
Well Stocked Stores, Post Office & Family Friendly Café
Situated in the centre of the village, Talybont Stores stocks a broad range of provisions, from newspapers & bread to croissants, free range eggs & smoked salmon.
An award winning Post Office we are open all year
Opening Times:
Mon - Fri: 7am to 6pm
Sat - Sun: 8am to 6pm
Stella Books
Winner of UK Award for Outstanding Customer Service
Located in the lovely village of Tintern - well known for its ancient abbey, Stella Books has been established since 1991 and has over 45,000 books in stock on all subjects. Free parking opposite shop.
Meadow Farm Shop
Farm Shop, Market Garden, Box Delivery Service and Willow Weaving Workshops.
The Farm Shop sells a range of homemade produce; from Kingstone Ales to freshly baked breads, pizzas and seasonal condiments. We also carefully source other produce including artisan cheeses, stone ground flours for bread making, locally pressed apple juices, ciders, and whole foods.
Kingstone Brewery Real Ale and Meadow Farm Shop (Cym)
Rydym yn gwerthu y cynhyrch gwnaed yn Sir Fynwy canlynol:
Rydym yn gwerthu y cynhyrch gwnaed yn Sir Fynwy canlynol:
Gwinoedd Gwinllan Fferm Parfa
Honey Bee Beautiful
Our story
Based in the beautiful Welsh countryside, we are an artisan brand committed to creating natural products and sustaining our local honey bee population.
Our founder, Catherine Clark, was inspired to keep bees by her father, soon realising the key role bees play in our ecosystem and the amazing power of ‘raw’ honey which has been used since ancient Greek times to heal the skin.
Gallery in the Square
The Gallery in the Square in picturesque Usk
The Gallery in the Square hosts the paintings of local artists (such as Goff Danter and Jan Thompson) on an ongoing basis it is perfectly complemented by a host of smaller gift and craft items.
Absolute Metal
Terry Mould is a talented metals artist and mechanical engineer whose formidable robots have appeared in television contests like Robot Wars and Mechcanibals.
Terry Mould is a talented metals artist and mechanical engineer who has made some strange items.
He uses most metals and have used recylced items to create pieces.
And whose formidable robots have appeared in television contests like Robot Wars and Mechcanibals.
Susie Vaughan
I collect materials for my baskets on daily walks in the Welsh countryside - a constant inspiration.
I collect materials for my baskets on daily walks in the Welsh countryside - a constant inspiration. Colour and texture are of prime importance; the woods are not dyed - the variety of colour comes from the natural barks of many different species.
Craft Renaissance Gallery & Shop
Craft Renaissance is an independent art and craft centre between Usk and Abergavenny
Situated in converted barn buildings we have a stunning oak framed gallery, shop and cafe. Our focus is art and craft made in Wales carefully selected to maintain the highest quality across all mediums. We have an exciting exhibition programme which brings talented newcomers as well as nationally known names to the gallery.
David Young
David Young nowadays mostly paints landscapes, usually in acrylics on canvass or board He is also a printmaker.
My work consists mostly of landscapes, in particular from South Wales, usually Gower and Pembrokeshire. I used to use watercolours but nowadays acrylics have taken over and among other things I do larger paintings attempting a freer style sometimes with an abstract character. I am a member fo the Wye Valley Art Society.
David J Young
“Mae fy ngwaith yn cynnwys tirweddau yn bennaf, yn enwedig golygfeydd yn ne Cymru; Gŵyr a Sir Benfro yn arbennig.
“Mae fy ngwaith yn cynnwys tirweddau yn bennaf, yn enwedig golygfeydd yn ne Cymru; Gŵyr a Sir Benfro yn arbennig. Arferais ddefnyddio dyfrlliw yn gyfan gwbl, ond erbyn heddiw rwy’n defnyddio acrylig, ac ymhlith pethau eraill rwyf yn creu paentiadau mwy o faint gan roi cynnig weithiau ar arddull mwy rhydd, mwy haniaethol eu cymeriad.
Judy Hartley
Traditional basket weaving
Judy creates beautiful baskets and decorations.
Iron Baskets
Blacksmith & Basketry producers
Barrie works primarily in wrought iron, and every piece is unique.
He is a member of the Court Cupboard Gallery in Abergavenny where you can see his amazing chandelier in the gallery entrance!
Individual commissions are welcomed.
Mary Cousins Ceramics
I make tableware in porcelain and stoneware. I think using hand made casseroles, mugs, jugs, bowls and plates makes food taste special.
All my work is thrown on the wheel, then high fired for strength, durability and in the case of porcelain, for its beautiful translucency.
Kathryn Willis Jewellery & Enamling
Kathryn was introduced to enamelling by Ros Conway whilst on her jewellery degree at Middlesex University. From that day she was hooked, loving the ability to play with layers of colour in a similar way to printmaking. After graduating she was awarded the Crafts Council setting up grant in 1994 and set up a workshop in her home town of Monmouth. For many years Kathryn worked in FE running a thriving Art department. She is now concentrating on her ..... >>
