Upcoming Events & Exhibitions
Join me for North Yorkshire Open Studios' winter weekend at my studio in Bravo Studios. It's free to visit and open to everyone, with the chance to see papercuts being made and meet more than 12 other artists working in the building.
My studio walls and windows are full of freehand papercuts and larger laser-cut works. You can watch pieces take shape, see the tools and materials I use, and buy finished work directly from me. On the Sunday I'm also running an Art Deco Papercutting Taster (2pm - 4pm, £20), which needs booking in advance.
FREE ENTRY
Join me for a papercutting workshop at North Yorkshire Art School at Henshaws Arts and Crafts Centre in Knaresborough. Suitable for both beginners and those with previous experience, the session will introduce the essential tools, materials and techniques of contemporary papercutting.
Working from a range of templates, reference images or your own ideas, you will learn how to plan and develop a design, use scalpels safely and confidently, and create a finished papercut artwork. Individual guidance will be provided throughout, allowing you to work at your own pace while developing new skills and approaches to working with paper.
Past Events & Exhibitions
Open Studio & Art Market
FEVA Festival
Sat 15th Aug – Sun 16th Aug
2026
As part of FEVA Festival 2026, visitors are invited to explore our working studio at Hexagon House. you can learn more about my papercutting and public art practice. Alongside my own work, the event features around 30 artists and makers exhibiting across the studios and indoor art market.
It is a chance to meet artists, see work in progress, discover original artwork and enjoy a weekend celebrating creativity in Knaresborough.
Community Mosaic Masterpieces
Fri 9th Aug - Sun 18th Aug
2024
Join us at Northern Line Arts studio for "Mosaic Masterpieces," to take part in a series of free mosaic-making workshops as part of Feva 2024.
Held in the heart of Knaresborough, these workshops are open to all—children and adults alike—and are perfect for family participation.
Workshops are scheduled on August 10, 12, 14, 17, and 18, with morning sessions from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and afternoon sessions from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
Art of Papercutting Workshop
North Yorks Arts School
Sat 21st Sept
2024
Whether beginner or experienced, this workshop is tailored to foster your skills and enhance your creative vision.
Throughout the process, you'll receive personal guidance on design planning, tool usage, and the application of various techniques.
With a wealth of resources available, such as examples, images, and templates, and the openness to incorporate your ideas you will get a comprehensive introduction to the artform.
Douglas Black
Papercutting Exhibition
The Half Moon Free House
Fri 9th Aug - Sun 18th Aug
2024
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of papercut art by Douglas Black at The Half Moon Freehouse in Knaresborough.
Inspired by myth, magic, and the beauty of nature, Douglas creates artworks that blend bold colours and intricate details.
Venue: Half Moon Freehouse,
1 Abbey Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8HY