In April 2020, we put out a call to support an artist in residence, looking to commission an artist or art collective to develop an exciting project reflecting our renowned ceramics collection. We're very pleased to announce the recent appointment of Juneau Projects. Juneau Projects was formed in 2001, by artists Philip Duckworth and Ben [...]
The Burton at Bideford are launching an exciting new artist commission project. Working in partnership with local Bideford business Mitchell & Dickinson, sponsors of the first year. As part of the Burton’s commitment to support new and emerging artists across the South West we’re seeking to commission a new and emerging South West artist to [...]
The Burton at Bideford would like to commission a new and emerging local South-West artist to develop a project responding to the theme of climate change.
The Burton at Bideford, art gallery & museum landed in Westward Ho! Over the weekend with The Burton Art Box (a converted horsebox). Pitching up on the green, we were offering a range of fun art activities. Despite the windy day and the occasional brief shower, over 200 people both locals and holiday makers alike [...]
Olivia, TJ and Ellie recently collected their Bronze Arts Award from the Burton at Bideford. They achieved their awards working on the Where’s Your Head At? project which included exploring the work of American photographer Diane Arbus and working to raise awareness of wellbeing & mental health in the Torridge, developing their photographic skills and [...]
The entrance of the Burton at Bideford is undergoing a makeover. The planters and seating area at the front of the building are being turned into ‘ships’ with a dazzle camouflage design. Dazzle camouflage, sometimes known as razzle dazzle or dazzle painting, was used in World War l on boats and ships. The design was invented by British artist Norman [...]