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Discover hidden artistic talent in Devon’s dazzling landscape, with Devon Open Studios this September 9th-24th. From the two dramatic coasts across lush fields to the high moorlands, the county has an abundance of stunning scenery, strewn with beautiful farms, hamlets, villages, and towns in which artists are opening their studios. During this annual event hundreds of artists exhibit their work for free, connecting the public to the cultural wealth of Devon and giving an intimate view into the creative process.

Devon Open Studios is an event organised by Devon Artist Network (DAN...

Bringing their own unique interpretation of the magic of the landscape, four Devon artists have joined together to showcase their talents at The Beehive gallery in Honiton for Devon Open Studios.

In what promises to be a visual delight of differing styles, ranging from the soft fairy sculptures of Norma Walton, the vibrantly patterned oils and acrylics of Vanessa Nancarrow, the colour and sparkle of Nikki Jolley’s flower fields, and the dramatic, contemporary oil paintings by Julie Dunster, visitors will be spoilt for choice.

With original artworks and cards available to...

From late summer into autumn, South Devon is set to celebrate the region’s extraordinary breath of produce and culinary expertise with a host of fantastic food and drink festivals. From mussels, oysters and crab, to epic cider and beer festivals, South Devon has it all. So, if you’re factoring in a foodie foray between now and the end of October here are ten tasty treats to whet your appetite, courtesy of Visit South Devon. Yum!

1. Rails & Ales Festival, 25th-28th August, South Devon Railway

There can be few more picturesque ale and cider festivals than the South Devon...

The Devon Art Society´s big summer exhibition is being held at St. Annes Hall, Babbacombe.

There are hundreds of paintings on display. The artists are showing new works covering classical themes such as floral, still-life, figurative and landscape as well as seascape subject matters and some abstracts too.

The Devon Art Society of Torquay has a long tradition of exhibiting and selling high quality paintings since 1912 when some of the greatest artists of their times we among the founder members.

Visitors are welcome to talk with the artists to share their...