AN OPEN studio art trail will take place in the town this month.

Local artists have come together to put on the Penarth Open Studio Trail event to showcase their work on Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25 from 10am to 4pm.

The idea behind the Open Studio Trail is to give a platform to both amateur and professional artists and their studios will be open to show and discuss their work.

If successful, it is hoped that this event will run on the last weekend of June every year and become a permanent community event for Penarth.

Twenty-one artists will be showing their work in fifteen studios around the town.

Demonstrations will be taking place in many studios.

Cathy O’Doherty from Glass By Design in Station Approach will be demonstrating tools, equipment and the processes she uses in glass fusing.

Co-owner of Glass By Design, Angelina Hall said: "Take in as many or as few studios as you like – we want everyone to have a great time over the course of the weekend and to be inspired by what they see."

All artists will be on hand to explain their work and talk about the thought process behind the designs.

Mixed Media artist Guy Wooles commented: "We enjoy sharing our experiences and knowledge with everyone."

The trail includes Fine Art, Stained and Fused Glass, Ceramics, Textiles and Jewellery.

Attracting visitors from outside the area is a big priority.

With the support of the Vale of Glamorgan Council, artists say they want the whole town to benefit from this event by bringing people into the area, using the cafés, restaurants and businesses throughout the weekend.

Needle Felting artist Suzanne Morgan adds: "I hope that the Penarth Open Studio Trail provides the curious minded in our community the opportunity to explore, engage and be delighted."

Ceramic artist Melissa Craig says “Taking part in The Open Studios Trail is an opportunity that is not to be missed! Being able to showcase my creations alongside other artists enhances Penarth's celebration of community and creativity.”

Trail maps are available from Penarth Library, Glass By Design (Station Approach) and Artisan’s Corner (Glebe Street).

Digital copies can be requested from sales@glassbydesign.co.uk

For more information, call 02920705317.