Enjoy a weekend discovering art in some unique and beautiful spaces, ranging from blacksmith's forges and farmyard studios to stone cottages and suburban living rooms at the 2012 North Yorkshire Open Studios.

With over 130 artists taking part this is a great opportunity to seek out hidden gems and buy contemporary crafts, furniture, paintings, prints and sculpture directly from the artist.

Much of the adventure lies in tracking down the studios using the helpful event guide. Full details of all artists can be found on the website http://www.nyos.org.uk and a free studio guide can be sourced from organisers, Art Connections, tel 01756 748529 or email [email protected]

Studios are open across two weekends in June, Saturday & Sunday 9^th & 10^th June & Saturday & Sunday 16^th & 17^th June, from 10.30am to 5.30pm. Visit www.nyos.org.uk to find out more…