Members of SEAS (South East Artists) will be opening their houses and studios again for the popular Winter Open Studio event.

This weekend is the first of a two-weekend event which will see 14 artists mounting festive exhibitions of their work, turning their homes and studios into temporary galleries

Jane Adorney’s whimsical collection of handcrafted jewellery, Bridget McVey’s Japanese inspired porcelain trays, bowls and vases and Kate Baker’s richly decorative mosaic and glass fusions will all be sure to catch your eye, making a perfect Christmas present for someone special - or even as a treat to yourself.

Print maker Nicki Vowls will also have a selection of her popular, quirky automata.

Enigmatic paintings of crowds by Caroline Yates is a must see at her home in Archery Square, while Kath Love’s intricately stitched textiles, Liz Mott’s photographic land, sea and skyscapes, and Rosemary Stow’s unusual handmade rag rugs, are a delight to see.

A leaflet is available at various locations in the town with details of each studio and its opening times or email Jackie Russell : jackierussell@uwclub.net. Email jim.foreman@tiscali.co.uk with membership enquiries or visit www.searts.co.uk.