It’s a summer of celebration at West Studios as we turn 10 in August! Make sure to check back on our socials and website throughout the summer to find out more about West Studios and how we’re celebrating turning double digits this year.
Meet the tenants at our showcase event
During our meet the tenants and showcase event you will have the opportunity to find out more information about the artists and creative businesses we have at West Studios. There will be an opportunity to chat with them, find out more about their creative practice, and find out about groups, workshops and 1-2-1 sessions they run.
There will also be a range of work for sale, ranging from lino prints and other art to pottery, all made by our tenant businesses.
Finally you can find out more about what’s happening at West Studios, from the local community groups that run from the centre to the professional services on offer.
The event will run on Saturday 13th July, 12pm - 5pm & Monday 22nd July 4.30pm - 7.30pm
Cosy crafts is back!
Cosy crafts is now running again at West Studios! The sessions have gone from weekly to monthly and take place the last Wednesday of the month, 2pm until 4pm.
The next two sessions will be on Wednesday 31st July and Wednesday 28th August.
All sessions include free refreshments and a craft activity. The group is run from the reception of West Studios.
All ages and abilities are welcome to join the cosy crafts group.
Due to high interest and limited space we ask that you get in touch with Jane at Junction Arts, who is organising these sessions, to book your place. You can get in touch via email jane@junctionarts.org or call 01246 209 219.
Painting with nature workshops
In this series of workshops we will look at earth, plant and other natural pigments suitable to make paint and or ink, and how to process them today using historical and modern recipes.
Weekly workshop for 3 weeks on a Thursday, 11am - 1pm, Starting on Thursday 1st August and finishing Thursday 15th August.
£80 per person.
Click here for more information.
Sell your work at West Studios
Are you an artist, maker of things or small business looking for a new venue to sell your work?
West Studios are currently looking to expand the products available within our shop.
Send an email to hello@weststudios.co.uk with some examples of your products and a member of the team will get back in touch with you.
Weekly community groups held at West Studios.
Stepping Stones is a friendly self-help group for adult women who have had or have moderate to medium mental health issues, or are feeling isolated and who enjoy arts and crafts, while supporting others and making new friends.
The group meets each Friday afternoon in the studio room at West Studios, 12pm - 3pm.
For more details, or to arrange joining the group, please get in touch with the group directly.
This can be done by phone 07484001842 or email groupsdrpss@rethink.org.
North Derbyshire Mental Health Carers Art Group is an informal group of carers who offer respite and care for those caring for family or friends who have a mental health concern.
No Stress, No Tests.
The group meets each Friday from 2pm until 4.30pm in the meeting room at West Studios.
No experience needed and all equipment is provided.
For more details, or to arrange joining the group, please contact Malcom on 01246 220686 or email artforcarer@gmail.com
Venue Hire at West Studios
Interested in using the venue but not sure how you can?
West Studios is open to the public from 10am - 4pm, Monday to Friday. On occasion parts of the centre is closed due to other events taking place so we always recommend calling ahead of your visit. You can view our latest exhibition, browse our shop which supports local artists and makers, or get a drink and snack.
Are you part of a community group looking for a new space to meet regularly? Get in touch to enquire about our availability and discuss our community group rates.
As a business West Studios is an ideal location to meet with clients, have team building activities, away days or team meetings. You can find out more about our team planning days by clicking here. You can find out more information about our room hire facilities by clicking the relevant area below, or email hello@weststudios.co.uk
To celebrate our 10th year, if you book in hire at West Studios before 31st July for hire from July - September and use code “West Studios Turns 10” during the booking enquiry process you will receive 10% off the hire costs.
West Studios gives award to Chesterfield College Students as part of the Arts Festival
We had a great time visiting the Chesterfield College Arts Festival. The students did an amazing job putting together a great exhibition and creating some amazing and thought provoking pieces of art.
As part of our viewing experience, West Studios had the difficult task of choosing three students to receive an award for special recognition in creative skills.
You can find out more information about the arts festival and winners of the award here.
Updates from our tenants
Junction Arts - Chesterfield Children’s Festival
The two-day event, which is funded by Arts Council England, celebrates the joy of childhood, imagination, and play. At this years event there will be:
Immersive Movie Set , Art, Family Catwalk, Face painting, Music, Dance, Storytelling, Theatre, Circus Skills, Virtual Reality Swings, baby aerial workshop.
This year the Chesterfield Children’s festival takes place at Queen’s Park on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July, 10am until 4pm.
Pomegranate Youth Theatre
We provide fun workshops for ages 4 - 18 years, which are led by professional facilitators exploring all aspects of stagecraft. Our members acquire valuable life and social skills, gaining confidence through their creativity. The weekly drama workshops are available at a low cost
We also have a session for adult members called Gekkota Arts.
You can find out more information on our website, or call us on 07932603525 or email pomytheatre@gmail.com.