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Makers' Fair
The Spark Lite Maker's Fair, brought to you in partnership with Art in the Park Leamington, is open to members of the public and Spark delegates. The outdoor market will buzz with local makers and artists showcasing their handcrafted treasures. Open 10am - 3pm, it’s the perfect opportunity to discover one-of-a-kind items and support local talent.
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1. Charlotte Ashman | 2. Chris The Smith | 3. Daniella Ingold | 4. DanNat Designs | 5. Judith Woodfield | 6. Just Heard Creative | 7. Lorna Ashworth Prints & Jewellery | 8. Molly Acacia Designs | 9. Nicky Fundak | 10. Ross Easterby | 11. The Studio - Susanna Cheshire | 12. Washington Mixed Media
1. Charlotte Ashman
Charlotte is a printmaker and artist living and working from a 1935 Narrowboat in the Warwickshire area. Her work seeks to tell the story of life on the water, particularly from the viewpoint of women. Sharing the beauty of everyday life on the Nation's waterways from architecture to wildlife. Charlotte shares a perspective rarely documented in history books or in modern culture. Charlotte takes inspiration from the accounts and art of women that have come before her. She uses materials that echo the industrial past and connect the people of the water to its landscape. Now a haven for wildlife, Charlotte also depicts the forms and character of the flora and fauna found on the canals.
2. Chris The Smith
As a blacksmith and therefore a practitioner of a very traditional craft I want to make pieces that prove that a craft so old still has relevance in the modern world. I try to do this by creating pieces which are rooted in tradition through their method of manufacture but are designed to fit within a modern aesthetic. I want to create pieces which are both useful and decorative, I want my aesthetic to appeal to a wide audience in the hope that it shows that the art of blacksmithing is something which is alive and well in modern society and that it has evolved beyond the traditional trades of farriery and bladesmithing, that it has transformed into something that can still hold its own in a marketplace full of items that are designed to be used and discarded. My main inspiration is the process of forging itself, even after 15 years of working hot steel I still find the process of forging fascinating and incredibly enjoyable. I thoroughly enjoy the problem solving aspect of my craft, working out how to create new forms or make pieces perform the function desired by a client or myself. Over the years I’ve often found myself gravitating towards forms with smooth flowing curves, I like to design and make pieces which, although made from solid steel, look delicate and elegant. I appreciate designs that utilise simple geometric forms and balanced ratios and negative spaces, so a lot of my work has a stripped-back almost industrial feel to them which I find gives customers a sense of solidity and reliability. Although repeat custom is always appreciated, I have faith that if someone purchases an item from me, they’ll never need a replacement.
3. Daniella Ingold
I have been creating artwork for a while now but I would love to get the opportunity to sell them more and get them out into the world. I would love to sell my artwork for a living or even just put my name out there to continue my creative adventure down other pathways. I would love to connect with other artists too and become apart of the community. My work is inspired by all things hippie and happy. Involving warmth, light, bright colours and themes of the 70s. I hope people will see the happiness within my artwork and want to put these pieces in their homes.
4. DanNat Designs
Judy aims to create art that is affordable to all. She paints mainly in acrylic on a variety of materials, including slate, wood and canvas. Judy is also a keen photographer, using her photos to make cards. "I have been exploring new lines of materials such as 3D printing and polymer clay". Judy is inspired by the natural world around her, often painting animals and flowers. She uses her photographs as inspiration for sunset and seascape paintings, often with an abstract feel to them. Judy also takes commissions, which mainly tend to be pet portraits.
5. Judith Woodfield
I used to work for an environmental charity so there are many environmental messages throughout my work. I have produced work linking climate change with the beauty of nature. I also like to link my studies of people to their environment.I like to observe people and place them in imagined stories. I am inspired by natural history ,in awe of it but saddened by our inability to look after wildlife .I am also an observer of human vulnerability and my interest in people and their stories us reflected in my work .
6. Just Heard Creative
My mission is to create mixed media artworks using pencil, watercolour, and digital rendering to tell visually rich stories inspired by memory, everyday life, and imagination. Through nostalgic imagery, muted colour palettes, and subtle humor, my work explores emotional connection and personal narrative. My vision is to develop a distinctive artistic voice that blends traditional and digital techniques, creating storytelling-driven artwork that resonates with audiences and invites reflection, warmth, and quiet atmospher. Old streets, fading theaters, and historic spaces shape the work, where fashion becomes a story of time and place. Silhouettes echo vintage elegance, textures carry memory, and colors reflect light in quiet corners. Classic films, books, and the rhythms of music guide the mood, creating a world where past and present meet.
7. Lorna Ashworth Prints & Jewellery
My mission is create affordable but quality prints and jewellery. I am often influenced my the natural world and I often use plants in both my print work and jewellery. I often use plants to add texture to the surface of the silver meaning that each piece has its own uniqueness. My print work can feature plants in the Cyanotype and mono prints but also can feature more every day i or fun subject matter.
8. Molly Acacia Designs - Handmade Hair Accessories & Print Designer
In 2025 I took on a studio in Stratford-Upon-Avon where I run textiles workshops, predominantly screen prints and bow making. I have a small business selling handmade hair clips which I make from reclaimed & remnant fabrics, making use of small pieces that would otherwise go to landfill. Selling these at the fair would be my main ambition, as they sold well at Christmas. As well as promoting my studio, my screen printed works and my workshops. I want people to be able to come and screen-print their own designs without having to mass produce, as well as learning the skill of screen-printing. My inspiration for my art prints comes from flowers, delicate line drawings, butterflies and botanical style drawings, as well as art nouveau/deco styles. I am drawn to slightly vintage/dark fairy/whimsy style which gives my work a slightly gothic feel. I studied printed textile design at University where my final major project on butterflies was awarded a First, I have since created a few watercolour pieces based on surreal collages of wing textures, and this is a constant source of inspiration for me - The delicate textures in butterfly wings, and the tiny fractions of petals and flowers - the things you have to stop still and look deeply to appreciate.
9. Nicky Fundak
Looking to retire soon from the NHS and would love to hand paint items all day. I get a lot of pleasure in painting slates,coasters,and hand painting stones for people. My inspiration is myself..well motivated and just enjoy life and what’s ahead of me .
10. Ross Easterby (Lead Artist @ GreenGaia.uk)
Ross is a UK-based artist whose work explores the evolving relationship between nature, technology, and human imagination. Through painting, mixed-media pieces, and sustainable design, he investigates how creativity can help people see the world with greater awareness and responsibility. As the founder of GreenGaia, Ross brings original artwork into circular, ethical clothing, believing that art should contribute to a more thoughtful and regenerative future. Ross’s mission is to create work that sparks curiosity and encourages people to reflect on their place within a larger living system. Whether on canvas or clothing, he aims to build a visual language that empowers people to find their true self and support sustainability. "My artistic inspiration is rooted in the visual energy of modern graphic art and the flowing elegance of Art Nouveau. I’m drawn to the bold lines and dynamic storytelling found in comics and manga, where characters and worlds feel charged with immediacy and emotion. These influences sit alongside my love of 20th-century Pop Art, which transformed everyday imagery into something vivid, playful, and culturally aware. Alongside these artistic influences, I’m motivated by a belief that creativity can support more sustainable ways of seeing and living. This perspective guides the choices I make in my practice, from materials to themes. Together, these inspirations shape work that blends graphic clarity, expressive freedom, and a sense of responsibility to the world around us."
11. The Studio - Susanna Cheshire
My Mission: To use playful, expressive art making to support wellbeing, confidence, and emotional connection. I guide people of all ages to explore colour, texture and instinctive mark-making, helping them rediscover joy, self-expression and a sense of calm through creativity. My Vision: A creative community where everyone feels brave enough to make art, where expression becomes a tool for healing, reflection and belonging. My work aims to create accessible spaces — in the studio and beyond — where art brings people together, lifts spirits, and helps them see themselves and the world with greater clarity and hope. My inspiration comes from the emotions we carry, the memories we hold, and the stories our bodies keep — the parts of ourselves that often speak louder through colour than through words. I’m drawn to playful, instinctive mark-making and the freedom to explore like a child again, using everyday objects, layered textures and unexpected colour combinations. My work is driven by the belief that creativity can reveal what lies beneath the surface, offering joy, connection, and a way to express feelings that don’t yet have language.
12. Washington Mixed Media
We are a team of two best friends working from my home in Kenilworth. We specialise in glassware using alcohol inks, resin, mica powders, gold & silver leaf. I also use recycled glass & resin in my original paintings. Our trademark is our individuality, no two pieces of our work are ever the same. Our work is original, designed to impress & delight. We are constantly developing new ideas, our enthusiasm endless, this is our passion. We aspire to make high quality affordable art that is accessible to everyone. With this in mind we produce both affordable & aspirational pieces. We aim to bring joy to as many homes as possible with our work.
Gallery
Here are some photographs from Spark 2025. (C) Jo Lewis:
