Art / Centrespace Gallery

Centrespace Open Studios returns along with the illustrators’ exhibition ‘We’re Here Now’

By Sarski Anderson  Wednesday Oct 8, 2025

Coinciding with the opening weekend of We’re Here Now, the exhibition of work by four Bristol illustrators in the main gallery space, Centrespace will be welcoming visitors to its annual Open Studios on October 10-11.

The 29 studio and workshop spaces are based in the heart of Bristol, tucked away from the bustle of Corn Street in Leonard Lane – a haven for street artists.

Within the last year, there have been a number of improvements to the building, as well as the arrival of Vicky Willmott and Jemma Gunning’s Bristol Print Collective in the newly adapted Studio 1.

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The other artists, makers and creatives at Centrespace span a range of disciplines, from sculpture and ceramics to upholstery, illustration and jewellery-making across three floors.

Bristol 24/7 takes a look at some of the studio holders who will be opening up their doors for the popular annual event.

Michael Finally, woodcarver

Emily Ketteringham, screenprinter

Polly Collins, silversmith

Letterpress Collective

Gwen Millward, children’s book illustrator

Judith Archer, textile artist

Jessica Thorn, ceramicist

Centrespace Open Studios is on October 10-11, at 5-9pm on Friday, and 11am-6pm on Saturday. Follow @centrespacestudios for event updates.

All photos: Jo Hounsome Photography (main photo: Charli Clarke studio wall)

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