Meet The Artists Exhibiting at Living North's Christmas Fair in Newcastle
Living North's Christmas Fair returns to Newcastle Racecourse this October
Emily Ward Art
Tyneside-based artist Emily Ward is well-known to visitors of Living North’s Christmas Fair. Her colourful paintings (many of which depict the North East’s most iconic landmarks) are also available on gifts and homeware including jigsaws, china cups, decorations, cushions and coasters.
LN Loves: Tommy Statue Seaham jigsaw, £25
emilywardart.com
NEtoon Creative
This independent art studio was founded in 2015 and specialises in handmade gifts and Geordie souvenirs that celebrate everything we love about our region. Think cards, gifts, and their adorable and hugely popular selection of Angels.
LN Loves: Wor Angel – Toon Angel handmade figurine, £25
netooncreative.co.uk
Sue Fenlon
A regular exhibitor at Living North’s Christmas Fair, Newcastle-born Sue’s popular creations reflect nature through the seasons. From canvas, coasters and mugs to notebooks and calendars, her art also decorates perfect gifts.
LN Loves: Autumn Rainbow giclee print, from £42
suefenlonart.co.uk
Jane Charles Studio Glass
As one of the last independent glass makers in the North East and a great supporter of Living North, readers need no introduction to Jane Charles, who has been producing a wide range of gorgeous glass paperweights, perfume bottles, vases, bowls and sculptural works since 1987.
LN Loves: Clear seaweight, £58
janecharlesstudioglass.co.uk
Helen Sundin Ceramics
Helen Sundin creates a collection of handmade stoneware ceramics for both functional and decorative use, including wheel-thrown, and slip-cast pieces. Browse her selection of bowls, plates, mugs and jewellery in unique shapes and finishes.
LN Loves: Handmade espresso cup, £15
helensundinceramics.co.uk
Wild at Heart Art
Newcastle-based Wild at Heart Art creates unique artwork with botanical casting. They’re perfect additions to your home if you love nature and florals. From plaster circles to concrete panels and even wedding confetti, Wild at Heart Art sell a variety of botanical-themed creations.
LN Loves: Terracotta botanical cast, £60
wildatheartart.co.uk
The Arty Northumbrian
Newcastle-born, Northumberland-based painter Ray captures locations across our region, with a focus on our nautical heritage, and his artwork is featured on a selection of greetings cards too. Ray is a loyal supporter of Living North’s Fairs and specialises in watercolours.
LN Loves: A Farne Islands Puffin original watercolour painting, £40
theartynorthumbrian.co.uk
Sandra Rutter
Seascape and landscape painter Sandra works predominantly in oils and experiments with intense colour, layers and texture to create her atmospheric pieces. She is strongly influenced by the Northumberland coastline and her work has been exhibited regionwide.
LN Loves: Everything Changes oil on canvas, £950
sandrarutter.com
Jessica Marika Fine Art
Self-taught pet and wildlife artist Jessica specialises in coloured pencil portraits. Commission her to capture your beloved pet, or browse her greetings cards, bookmarks and fine art prints depicting British wildlife, botanicals and wild animals. Her Christmas collection is coming soon.
LN Loves: Red Squirrel coloured pencil drawing print, £25
jessicamarikafineart.com
Northumberland Art by Kenton Duffield
Artist Kenton Duffield is bringing a new collection of paintings and prints to Living North’s Christmas Fair. For more than 25 years, he has been painting the landscapes of Northumberland, starting from a quick sketch outdoors and developing into an instantly recognisable depiction of your favourite places.
LN Loves: Warkworth Castle and Poppies original acrylic painting, £129
northumberlandart.co.uk
