Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage has established itself as one of the friendliest festivals on the Yorkshire coast — a must-see weekend in the regional arts calendar.
Step inside a village like no other as the doors of cottages are thrown open, transforming Staithes into a trail of pop-up art galleries showcasing painting, print, ceramics, textiles, sculpture, photography and more.
Alongside the open studios, enjoy a programme celebrating Staithes’ rich history and heritage, including walks, talks, photographs and film shows.
Location: Staithes — 11 miles north of Whitby (TS13 5BH)
Contact: info@staithesfestival.com
Photo: Duncan Lomax
Kate Ellis is a ceramic artist based in York. Her creatures are hand built using earthenware or crank clay. Textures are added using cutters, modelling tools and lace. After a bisque firing underglazes are used to decorate the sculptures, with a transparent glaze applied to the eyes, beaks and claws to create definition and bring the pieces to life.
Venue: Bethel Chapel, High Street, Staithes, TS13 5BQ
Medium: ceramic sculpture