Creative Passions 2023

An exhibition by members of South Hams Arts Forum (SHAF)

Monday 7th – Sunday 20th August 2023

Since at least 2009, SHAF members have been holding a summer exhibition to showcase their latest creative passions. Formerly, it was known as the Contemporary Passions exhibition and it was held in Harbour House. But from 2023, SHAF is showcasing its summer exhibition at the Cider Press Gallery. And the new name, Creative Passions better describes the motive behind it.

In this show, like in every past summer exhibition, a number of SHAF artists collaborate to showcase a variety of media, in 2D and 3D, such as painting, printmaking, ceramics, mosaics, plus occasional surprises from new emerging artists, making an interesting and varied exhibition.  

This year SHAF Contemporary Passions has attracted artists and crafts people who are new to South Devon, bringing with them their established reputations. The exhibitors this year include both professional and semi-professional artists, several of whom also teach.

The final list of artists taking part in 2023 will be published at the end of June.

The SHAF Arts Trail

The SHAF ARTS TRAIL 14th – 29th October 2023 provides an opportunity for visitors to view and buy work directly from the makers. Visitors can discover paintings, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, lampshades, mosaics, hand-turned wooden items and furniture. Additionally felt, paper and textile art, photography, basketry, printmaking and much more. This year the Arts Trail features 75 artists across the South Hams – our biggest Arts Trail yet!

Visitors will find artists exhibiting in their homes and studios, in galleries, exhibition halls, hotels and pubs. Following the Arts Trail provides visitors with a wonderful opportunity to explore the glorious South Hams. Therefore discovering places they never knew existed.

The Arts Trail Brochure

The Arts Trail Brochure (released on Sept 1st) provides ‘at a glance’ information to help visitors plan their route. A map of the area shows where all participating artists may be found: venues are listed for easy reference; Venue Opening Dates and Times are listed, as well as artists by name, their venue and the page on which they appear in the brochure. This enables visitors on the trail of specific artists to locate them easily.​

Following the Arts Trail enables visitors to discover the latest works of their favourite artists … and find new artists and types of artwork to add to their ‘favourites’ list. SHAF hopes all visitors to the Arts Trail will have a wonderful time. In addition take the opportunity to drop in for a delicious lunch or cream tea at one of the cafes, hotels, pubs and restaurants advertised in the brochure.

Click here to learn More about the Arts Trail  Please note, information on this year’s participants and venues won’t be published until end of summer.

SHAF is an association of over 100 artists coming together to organise exhibitions across the region. As well as developing different Art opportunities for its members. Art is at the heart of everything we do, and so we are constantly looking at new opportunities and community involvement.
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If you are thinking of taking part in the Arts Trail as an artist, join the association now and complete a participant application form in March. Thinking of becoming a member? Apply now

Present Maker is BACK!
November 13-26th at The Cider Press Gallery in Dartington.

OPENING TIMES: Daily 10-5, Sunday 11-4. Last Sunday early closure at 2pm for dismantling.

Present Maker has moved to an exciting new location in 2023: the Cider Press Gallery in Dartington (run by SHAF member Pam Neaves).

Present Maker, is one of the most popular winter exhibitions in the South Hams. Now in its new venue, and closer to the moors, the display will reflect on the rural appeal of the area, whilst highlighting the magic of winter and the festivities around Christmas. The offering of Artworks by 12 participating artists will include ceramics, jewellery, paintings, metalworks and printmaking, with a great selection of smaller crafted objects specially produced to be purchased as presents.

Taking part this year:

• Donna Francesca, painter.
• Jal White, bead jeweller.
• Anna Ventura, ceramic artist.
• Hajah Tetley, jeweller.
• Ani Buckland, sculptor.
• Richard Bent, Metalsmith.
• Bob Jones, painter.
• Michelle Plumb, ceramicist.
• Ann Burnham, printmaker.
• Susan Ash, painter.
• Imogen Noble, ceramicist.
• Rachel O’Connell, leatherworker & marbling artist.