Obsidian Art

13/10/2026

A lovely day spent on Saturday at the farmhouse with Alexandra Buckle running her one day Reduction Linocut workshop.
Such diverse and wonderful resulting prints by everyone!

Our next workshop is scheduled for the half term hols, on Wednesday 28th October in the afternoon. "Creating Art with Natural Materials Workshop for Adults & Young People", it’s a half day course led by local Artist, Sally Leggatt. It will introduce you to some interesting print making methods using just foraged items from the garden.

See the link to book below or via our website.

10/09/2026

✨✨ OPENING EVENT! All welcome. ✨✨

📆 THURSDAY 17 SEPT 5PM-8PM
📍 BERKHAMSTED CIVIC CENTRE

We would be delighted to see you next Thursday evening at Berkhamsted Civic Centre for the Opening Event of our Berkhamsted Art Trail.

Over 50 artists and makers are taking part across our 3 venues in and around Berkhamsted.
At the Civic Centre we have a curated exhibition by members of the Buckinghamshire Craft Guild. Brigid Marlin and friends plus 7 talented guest artist. A wonderful range of paintings, printmaking, textiles, ceramics, sculpture, glass. jewellery, wood and more.
Meet the artists, be inspired, watch demonstrations and find beautiful things to take home!

Part of Herts Open Studios.

See more details about the Trail via our website or the Herts Open Studios website.



Berkhamsted Art Trail Buckinghamshire Craft Guild

06/09/2026

WORKSHOP THIS COMING SATURDAY AFTERNOON

Last two places available for this fun taster workshop. This coming Saturday afternoon, 12th September from 1.30pm - 4pm.

Drawing Bumblebees in Graphite with local artist, Sally Leggatt.

Learn new skills & try something new. A relaxed and fun afternoon that is suitable for beginners or improvers.

See booking link in comments below, or via our website.

06/09/2026

A fabulous first workshop at our farmhouse yesterday with the talented Becky Gouverneur - Artist

And a wonderful group of attendees.

Thank you Becky, and all the lovely students!

I'm also delighted to announce that Becky will be having her Book Launch combined with a Solo Show with us at our farmhouse from December 5th to 13th. Do join our Mailing List or drop us a message if you'd like an invitation.

See more workshops coming up on our website.

04/09/2026

We’re excited to be organising The Berkhamsted Art Trail from 17th to 20th September 😃
With 50+ artists and makers across 3 venues it should be a fabulous show!
Do come and visit if you can.

COMING IN SEPTEMBER: BERKHAMSTED ART TRAIL ✨
17 - 20 SEPTEMBER

For 4 days you can visit 50+ artists & makers across 3 wonderful local venues:

📍 Berkhamsted Civic Centre
📍 Lagley Meadow Hall
📍 Hill Farm Barn & Cafe

Painting, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, sculpture, wood work, photography, sculpture and more. Meet the makers, watch demonstrations, be inspired, browse, and buy direct.

When: 17 - 20 September 2026
Cost: Free entry
Who: Everyone welcome

Follow this page for artist reveals, venue opening times + your free trail map

Part of Herts Open Studios.

We can’t wait to see you there 💙

Organised by Obsidian Art


Herts Visual Arts

03/09/2026

✨COMING SOON : BERKHAMSTED ART TRAIL ✨

📍 17 - 20 September

The Berkhamsted Art Trail brings 50+ artists & makers to 3 venues in and around Berkhamsted for 4 days this September.

Be inspired, meet the makers, watch demonstrations and find something unique for your home.

Free entry.

*Venues:*
📍Berkhamsted Civic Centre
📍Lagley Meadow Hall
📍Hill Farm Barn & Cafe

*Dates:* 17 - 20 September 2026

Opening times:-
Berkhamsted Civic Centre – opening event - Thursday 17 September 5pm to 8pm – all welcome. Friday 18th to Sunday 20th 10am to 5pm daily.

Lagley Meadow Hall & Hill Farm Barn – Thursday 17th – Sunday 20th – open daily 10am to 4pm

28/08/2026

‘Introduction to Charcoal Realism in Animals’ with Artist, Becky Gouverneur.

📍Saturday 5th September - 10am to 4pm LAST PLACE AVAILABLE


Suitable for: Adult 18+ Ages: 16 & 17 also welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
The course is suitable for complete beginners to drawing as well as artists with experience drawing in other media who wish to explore using charcoal.
£90 per person

See link in comments to book 👇


The first of a series of taster art workshops in Swanbourne.
Try something new, learn new skills & make new friends in a relaxed atmosphere at our farmhouse here in Swanbourne.
We are offering a range of taster workshops with a number of skilled and experienced artist-tutors this autumn.
📍See the full schedule at https://www.shop.obsidianart.co.uk/collections/workshops

28/08/2026

Taster Art Workshop at Brises Farmhouse, Swanbourne 🎨🖼️🖌️

📍A One Day ‘Introduction to Charcoal Realism in Animals’ with Artist, Becky Gouverneur.

📍Saturday 5th September - 10am to 4pm LAST PLACE AVAILABLE


Suitable for: Adult 18+ Ages: 16 & 17 also welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
The course is suitable for complete beginners to drawing as well as artists with experience drawing in other media who wish to explore using charcoal.
£90 per person

See link in comments to book 👇


The first of a series of taster art workshops in Swanbourne.
Try something new, learn new skills & make new friends in a relaxed atmosphere at our farmhouse here in Swanbourne.
We are offering a range of taster workshops with a number of skilled and experienced artist-tutors this autumn.
📍See the full schedule at https://www.shop.obsidianart.co.uk/collections/workshops

25/08/2026

Berkhamsted Art Trail.
Coming soon!!!! (17th - 20th September).
Our latest exhibition.
50+ artists and makers across 3 venues.
Don’t miss it!

COMING IN SEPTEMBER: BERKHAMSTED ART TRAIL ✨
17 - 20 SEPTEMBER

For 4 days you can visit 50+ artists & makers across 3 wonderful local venues:

📍 Berkhamsted Civic Centre
📍 Lagley Meadow Hall
📍 Hill Farm Barn & Cafe

Painting, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, sculpture, wood work, photography, sculpture and more. Meet the makers, watch demonstrations, be inspired, browse, and buy direct.

When: 17 - 20 September 2026
Cost: Free entry
Who: Everyone welcome

Follow this page for artist reveals, venue opening times + your free trail map

Tag who you’re bringing with you 👇
We can’t wait to see you there 💙

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