Knot Works
About us
Who are we?
Established in 2021, Knot Works is an artist-led creative organisation, based in Southborough, Tunbridge Wells.
Knot Works has worked with over 50 artists since founding in 2021.
Knot Works has established a creative community in Southborough that draws visitors from within a 40 mile radius.
Knot Works has engaged with over 500 members of the public through exhibitions, workshops and pop-up shops.
Knot Works has a reputation for providing invaluable, high quality support for artists evidenced through feedback, high return rates and recommendations.
What do we do?
Knot Works occupies a high street shop and provides studio space for artists.
Knot Works facilitates the development of artists through hosting events, workshops, and exhibitions. Our current high street premises has two main functions.
1. Regular weekly events: Pottery studio provision for ceramic artists through a membership programme. Open three times a week.
2. Monthly/Quarterly/Annual events: Beginner pottery classes, life drawing classes, pop-up shops, artist development sessions, exhibitions.
To stay up to date and to hear all of our latest news and events please sign up to the Knot Works mailing list at the bottom of this page.
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Take a look at our upcoming events and come and join us for a workshop, visit an pop-up shop or take part in one of our artist development events.
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About our Founders
Edward Liddle
Artist, Curator
Ed is an artist and educator who studied Fine Art Painting at Brighton University and holds a Masters degree in Cultural and Critical Theory from Goldsmiths University.
Ed has exhibited in the UK and in Europe and has twelve years’ experience developing and delivering exhibitions and events programmes. Whilst working in Brussels he led on projects in Europe and China, working in partnership with cultural organisations including the British Council, EUNIC and BOZAR. He currently works as Exhibitions Officer for The Amelia, Tunbridge Wells.
Ed believes that creativity is integral to a life well-lived and is proud be a co-founder of Knot Works, an organisation that supports, nurtures, and brings people together to learn from one another and spend time making and doing.
edwardliddle.co.uk
Holly Jean Crosbie
Architect, Artist, Maker
Holly is an architect, artist and maker. Holly's expanded practice includes work in clay, cloth, print and photography. Holly teaches architecture at London Metropolitan University where the students engage with Knot Works as a speculative client to inspire their design projects.
Holly’s motivation for co-founding Knot Works is to fulfil an ambition to be part of a community of creative people who can support and learn from each other while also improving their quality of life and mental well-being.
hollyjean.co.uk
Samuel Wheeler
Architect, Garden Designer, Digital Artist
Sam is an architect and garden designer working at a prominent architectural practice in London.
Sam’s motivation for co-founding Knot Works comes from his belief that sharing knowledge gives us a greater sense of community and makes us happier and healthier.
Knot Works
64 London Road
Southborough
Tunbridge Wells
TN4 0PR
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Open by appointment or prior booking only.