This August Bank Holiday, Binnel Studios in St Lawrence once again opens its doors for its annual Summer Exhibition.
For three days only – Saturday 23rd, Sunday 24th and Monday 25th August – visitors can explore the studios between 11am and 4pm. Entry is free.
A rare chance to step inside
Seven resident artists will take part, offering an exclusive look into their working spaces and unveiling new work created over the past year.
This showcase remains the only time the studios open to the public, making it an anticipated highlight for art lovers across the Island and beyond.
Artists exhibiting this year
The line-up includes:
- Molly Attrill – whose ceramic work continues to reach international audiences.
- Matthew Chambers – renowned for his sculptural ceramics represented in major collections.
- Jane Cox – earthenware specialist whose work is rooted in both tradition and innovation.
- Sue Paraskeva – exploring porcelain, installations and new dimensions through fire-based work.
- Sadie Tierney – painter and printmaker with a focus on Island landscapes and impermanence.
- Amanda Wheeler – inspired by the Island’s ever-changing skies and natural light.
- Celia Wilkinson – combining landscapes and still life with expressive, semi-abstract energy.
Each artist brings a distinct perspective, ensuring a broad mix of styles and mediums.
What visitors can expect
From ceramics to painting, sculpture to printmaking, the exhibition offers a spectrum of approaches to making art.
Many of the artists are internationally recognised, yet this event retains the intimacy of meeting them in their own studios.
Sponsors BCM Wilson Hill continue their support of the exhibition, helping ensure the showcase remains firmly established in the Island’s cultural calendar.
Plan your visit
The studios sit tucked away in the quiet village of St Lawrence. From Ventnor, continue along the A3055 past Ventnor Botanic Garden, then follow signs from Old Park Road.
Parking is limited nearby, so visitors are advised to allow extra time when travelling.
A Bank Holiday highlight
With its mix of acclaimed artists and unique coastal setting, the Summer Exhibition has become a much-anticipated fixture.
Whether you are a collector, a casual visitor, or simply curious to step inside, Binnel Studios offers an inspiring way to spend part of the Bank Holiday weekend.
See OnTheWight’s comprehensive feature for more details about each artist. More details can be found on the Binnel Studios website.
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