Craft prizes for grabs at Clitheroe gallery

The Station Road gallery will host “Craft Open” from May to July featuring the work of craftspeople from Lancashire, Yorkshire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside.

Any type of craftwork will be considered for the exhibition, including woven, stitched, felted and constructed textiles, ceramics, jewellery, metalwork, woodwork, furniture, glass, calligraphy and mixed media.

Work can be two or three-dimensional, must be well crafted and of an original, contemporary design, and made in the past 12 months.

A variety of prizes are up for grabs, including the Selectors’ Prize for Innovation offering the winning Ribble Valley exhibitor their own showcase at the gallery in 2015. There will also be a People’s Choice Prize following a public vote by visitors to the exhibition.

Up to three pieces may be submitted for a £10 entry fee and the deadline is Saturday, March 29th.

Platform Gallery supervisor Stephanie Hibbert commented: “Craft Open is a fantastic opportunity for local craftspeople to exhibit their work at a leading Lancashire gallery.

“We know there is a rich artistic heritage in Lancashire and some fantastically talented craftspeople, so we are looking forward to a superb exhibition.”

Craft Open will run from May 3rd to July 12th and further details and application packs are available by phoning the Platform Gallery on 01200 425566.