A blog about woodturning

Preview evening at the pop up gallery
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

Preview evening at the pop up gallery

The pop up gallery in Keswick opened over a week ago and started with a preview on the Friday evening. I went along to take a look and discovered some very nice things indeed.

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Pop up gallery in Keswick
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

Pop up gallery in Keswick

Just thought I would let you know about a new exhibition, soon to be opening in Keswick. Luke Harding of MOS furniture has kindly invited me to display my bowls alongside the work of selected designers and makers.

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Some photos of the exhibition at Tullie House
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

Some photos of the exhibition at Tullie House

Apologies to everyone following my blog of late as you’ve probably guessed, I've been incredibly busy over the Christmas period and have not had a chance to keep you updated! However, the rush is now over and I've got a bit more time to catch up on other things.

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Getting ready for my next exhibition
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

Getting ready for my next exhibition

With Christmas only three weeks away, things are getting a lot more hectic in the workshop! Not only am I gradually working through my orders and commissions, but I’m getting ready for my next exhibition.

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My newly refurbished showroom
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

My newly refurbished showroom

The last couple of weeks have been quite hectic with the run up to my open studio. Not only have I been busy making new work, but my showroom has had a refresh from top to bottom.

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A great exhibition in a stunning location
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

A great exhibition in a stunning location

For the whole of August, I will be displaying a selection of my work at Lanercost Priory near Brampton. Founded in 1169, the priory is only a short distance from Hadrians Wall and set in beautiful rural surroundings.

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Come and visit me at my open studio
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

Come and visit me at my open studio

For the first two weeks in September, I will be opening my doors to the public and holding my very first open studio! You will be able to see me busy in the workshop, examine my latest work and enjoy some home made refreshments in a very relaxing environment!

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Time to relax at Music On The Marr
Jonathan Leech Jonathan Leech

Time to relax at Music On The Marr

It's not often I get a chance to go to a festival these days. A good few years ago, I was a regular trader at local events such as Solfest and enjoyed all the activities and fun!

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Window shopping
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Window shopping

Shops and businesses in my local town display the work of internalionaly-acclaimed and local artists.

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A little bit of Wordsworth in your home
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A little bit of Wordsworth in your home

Following the floods of 2009, three mighty beech trees were uprooted in the grounds of Wordsworth House. This was William Wordsworth’s birthplace and childhood home and it is believed these trees, at over 240 years old, would have been growing up with him. I have since created a range of pieces from this very special wood but have some left for commission, interested?

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