Art Exhibition of Layers in Leamington
An exhibition of LAYERS that speaks to both a material reality and a way of seeing the world – a word that resonates deeply across all four artists in this show – three of whom are exhibiting for the first time at St Nicholas House, Leamington.
LAYERS - 20, 21 and 26 to 28 June & 3 to 5 July 2026 -
An exhibition of LAYERS that speaks to both a material reality and a way of seeing the world – a word that resonates deeply across all four artists in this show – three of whom are exhibiting for the first time at St Nicholas House, Leamington.
This exhibition is part of Warwickshire Open Studios Summer Art Weeks 2026 and will include a fantastic assortment of work on display in one of the artist’s own homes.
Step through the big blue door of Art @ St Nicholas House on Willes Road, close to the Parks of Leamington Spa, and you will find a warm welcome from the artists – three of whom will be exhibiting at this venue for the first time. They will show you their artwork and discuss with you their inspirations and processes – something that you can’t typically get in a gallery.
Throughout the venue you will find:
Eric Klein Velderman displaying artworks that investigate the chemical consequences of juxtaposing materials. Mixing rabbit skin glue with clay bole or combining layers of copper leaf with sulphates.
Janette George with paintings inspired by nature and the world around us, where light and colour interact to provide beauty, delicate hues and layers of texture
Helen Dugdale presenting a collection of contemporary jewellery, larger hollow forms and interlocked metal bowls taking visual inspiration from the linen wrappings used in the ancient Egyptian practice of mummification.
Katherine Taylor whose ceramics explore the connection between form, colour and surface design. Using traditional hand-building techniques with expressive mark making and multiple layers of colours and textures.
Janette George, owner of St Nicholas House, says: “This is the 12th year I have opened my doors for Summer Art Weeks, and I’m delighted to welcome three new artists this year, each with exciting processes to share with visitors. We hope to offer a slightly different experience, with the artwork displayed more like a gallery within a home.”