The Droves & Downs exhibition ran from 5th-18th November 2025 at Shaftesbury Arts Centre showcasing work from four artists awarded bursaries by Dorset Visual Arts to create a body of work inspired by the Cranborne Chase National Landscape.
As a result, Annabel Beasley, Siân Cann, Richard Gregory and Tonia Gunstone then spent the summer researching their chosen areas, delving into the precious landscape, with support from Cranborne Chase National Landscape officers and advisors.
As well as exploring both individual and collective stories of the landscape, the artists were also encouraged to develop new approaches to their practice, informed by some of the unique features of this secluded area.
Featuring Photography, Drawing, Sculpture, Painting and Film, the results of the project were unveiled in a group exhibition which we along with many others enjoyed.
We will be continuing to support the artists in 2026 as the work evolves. Watch this space..
