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People often ask if they can visit my studio. The answer is yes. After many years of running galleries and community spaces, I’ve come to treasure the quieter rhythm of painting and sharing work with people who genuinely enjoy art, stories and the odd bit of nostalgia. My studio is in Maesllyn, West Wales and […]
The stories, humour and hidden lives behind my most recognisable characters There are plenty of paintings of beautiful women. But not Owd Lasses Paintings. There are paintings of aristocrats, celebrities, influencers and people whose stories are already being told. I paint Owd Lasses. Not because they’re fashionable, but because they’re fascinating. The women who inspire […]
Hidden Lives, Humour and the Psychology of Working-Class Women in Art As a contemporary British artist, I often find myself drawn to the hidden psychology of ordinary people — particularly older women whose lives, humour and resilience are so often overlooked. I grew up surrounded by women who rarely spoke directly about themselves. Not properly. […]
There’s always a strange quiet after an exhibition. Not just the unpacking back in the studio – like dirty laundry after a great holiday…it’s more than that. So to keep the mood going why not plan a visit to this West Wales artist’s studio.. One minute it’s full of voices, laughter, people leaning in close […]
I’ve made the papers… and the girls are heading to Cardigan Blimey very excited to be featured in the Cambrian News ahead of my upcoming exhibition Lock Up Your Grandads – The Girls Are Coming to Cardigan. The exhibition brings together my Owd Lasses and Rural Lives collections — character-led paintings and prints inspired by […]
Richmond and the Coast to Coast Walk in the Yorkshire Dales The Yorkshire Dales has long inspired walkers, artists and storytellers alike. With Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk now recognised as a National Trail, I’ve re launched a series of Yorkshire Dales art prints inspired by places like Richmond, Swaledale and the landscapes that stay […]
Owd Lasses Art Exhibition in Cardigan April 2026 | Sue Dewhurst Owd Lasses & Rural Lives Lock Up Your Grandads The Girls Are Coming To Cardigan There’s something stirring in Cardigan this April… and you might want to warn your Grandads. From 19th–25th April, I’ll be bringing my bold, cheeky and humorous art exhibition to […]
How I Capture Your Dog’s Personality on Canvas If you’ve ever loved a dog, you’ll know they’re never just a pet. They’re the keeper of your secrets, your shadow, your reason to get outside on the bleakest days — and your built-in comedian when you least expect it. That’s why my Dog Character paintings don’t sit in […]
I’ve been pondering where my penchant for painting my two passions Rural Lives and the sassy Owd Lasses came from and a common link – but really it’s easy – they’re all about heritage and humour. I grew up on the edge of a Northern town with a whippet called Sam. We spent our free […]
A change of direction recently has seen me close Oriel Haywire my gallery on Llandysul High St and reinvent the way I work – again. The world is in a huge mess to say the least but that is when artists are most needed I reckon. Reminders of what life can be like, that not […]
My studio is open by appointment, offering a relaxed chance to see the work up close, talk through ideas, and spend time with the paintings in the space they’re made. Visitors are welcome to browse finished pieces, view works in progress, and ask questions — no pressure, no white gloves, just an honest look at the process behind the work. If you’re considering a particular painting or commission, a studio visit allows time to connect with the story, the colour, the humour and the detail that doesn’t always come through on a screen. Expect conversation, a cuppa, might stretch to a custard cream and a bit of a gossip but always a very warm welcome.
Studio visits are designed to feel comfortable and welcoming — especially if you’ve never visited an artist’s studio before.
Its FREE plus you receive exclusive offers, early access to collections and competitions
