Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage

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

North York Moors, Scarborough Borough Council and Welcome to Yorkshire
Photo: Duncan Lomax

Photo: Duncan Lomax

Josh Sutton

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My work reflects both lived experience and passing obsessions, as well as images which evolve through experimentation and humour. In choosing to apply paint with a Stanley knife blade rather than a brush, I deliberately limit the capacity for pinpoint precision which presents a struggle and a challenge that I enjoy. The incorporation of found objects, photocopies and other ephemera is a reflection of past practice and often provided stimulation for the direction, development and progression of the work.

Venue: Middlesborough House, High Street

Medium: Acrylic, collage, 3D