SEVEN local artists and an artist collective are taking part in the Far Open network covering the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley.

The FarOpen Art Trail runs from July 5 to 13 and showcases a fabulous feast of creative work.

Established in 2017, the number of artist members has grown phenomenally and with it FarOpen’s support to artists in the community.

With over 160 artists opening their studios, workshops, and shared spaces across the region, this is your chance to discover hidden talent you didn’t know was just around the corner.

Step beyond the gallery walls and into the unique and personal worlds where creativity takes shape.

From painting and printmaking to ceramics, sculpture, glass, wood, textiles, jewellery and mixed media — the trail offers art in a myriad of forms and mediums.

Whether you're a seasoned collector, a curious browser, or simply looking to be inspired, the farOpen Art Trail invites you to connect deeply with creativity.

The trail enables people to experience art that sparks conversations, heightens emotions, and engages the mind. Each open studio visit is a window into the artist’s process — often accompanied by breathtaking views and hidden rural gems you wouldn’t normally be able to see.

An interactive map can be viewed by visiting faropen.co.uk which will help in planning your route into the trail.

Local artists taking part include the Made In Ross art collaborative at the Market House in Ross; Wobage Farm Craft Workshops at Upton Bishop; Maggie Jones’ studio at Eastfield Road in Ross; Lynne Littler sculpture studio at Norton House, Old Monmouth Road, Whitchurch; Kathy Priddis studio at Round Oak Cottage, Hoarwithy Road, Bridstow; Graham Morgan-Watson, contemporary artist at Ravenhurst, Leys Hill, Bishopswood; Catherine Van Giap at New Street in Ross and Claire Knight at Braeside, Meeks Well Lane,,Symonds Yat West.