Julie Herring started studying Art in her mid-twenties, originally in Natural History Illustration, then Fine Art painting and later achieving a Masters of Art in Museum Studies (which included ‘Collections Management’). She also studied short courses (City & Guilds) in Silver-smithing and Jewellery Design; Ceramics and Ceramic Design; and Printmaking.

In April 2014, Julie left full-time employment to re-establish her own art practice and working studio. With over 20 years’ experience of Gallery education, managing and curating Public Art exhibitions and displays at Bournemouth University, Julie is now a freelance Artist/Tutor and Curator.

For many years Julie was based at earth studio in Ashley Cross, Lower Parkstone, Poole. Since July 2017, she has created a new studio and classroom in Furzebrook Road (between Wareham and Corfe in Purbeck), based within the beautiful Stoborough heathland.

From her new ‘earth art & design studio’ Julie runs Adult Drawing and Painting. Julie teaches and encourages observational drawing skills, inspired from nature. The setting is ideal for indoor classes and also enables outdoor drawing, with beautiful walks just on the doorstep. Outdoor classes give an opportunity for looking closer at nature and the Dorset landscapes.

The courses are small and friendly, a healthy activity that is also sociable and enjoyable for all (adult) ages and abilities. Julie believes the drawing from nature sessions are also therapeutic as it gets you close to natural beauty and enables you to have time just looking and observing. it is a mindful activity that is calming and uplifting at the same time. Julie has offered art classes to many local art groups, Dorset Wildlife Trust, RSPB and other regional nature reserves. She is also happy to offer nature drawing sessions on a one to one basis or in small groups.  

For many years, Julie has also been building up a personal collection, now used for teaching. Her interest has always been in natural forms, designs and patterns in nature, and handcrafted arts and crafts. Her Art Collections includes studio pottery, art glass, paintings, printmaking, natural jewellery and decorative arts.

Julie is delighted to be showing her selected artworks at KALM space. 

Seascapes, landscapes and nature paintings can be bought or commissioned. She lives only 10 minutes away from us at Ashley Cross. 

Her artwork may also be viewed at her earth art & design studio by appointment. She hopes that you will enjoy viewing her work. 

Julie Herring, Freelance Artist/Tutor/Curator

07720 353454 info@earth-art.org.uk

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