Woven from the Field - Rugby Art Gallery & Museum
Found in the Fields
Woven from the Field
13 September - 15 November 2025
These two exhibitions bring together the art and craft of artists with a deep connection to the environment and landscape around them.
Woven from the Field A celebration of land, creativity and sustainable practice, this inspiring exhibition showcases the work of willow weaver Sue Kirk and textile artist Rosalind Stoddart. Using materials sustainably grown and gathered from their own land, the artists present striking large-scale sculpture, intricate basketry, and contemporary hand-woven wall pieces made with flax and alpaca fleece dyed using natural plant dyes. Blending heritage techniques with a bold, modern aesthetic, the exhibition reflects a deep connection to nature and a shared commitment to working in harmony with the environment.
Found in the Fields: Painter and printmaker Carry Akroyd presents a striking three-part exhibition exploring the English arable landscape. Her bold screenprints, vivid lithographs and expressive linocuts are inspired by the poetry of John Clare and his observations of rural change. At the heart is a long-touring series pairing Clare’s words with Akroyd’s imagery, shown alongside her book illustrations and recent works. A rich, thoughtful show that celebrates landscape, literature, and artistic response across time – perfect for a grey Autumn Day.
Exhibition Events
Preview
Friday 12 September 5.30pm-7.00pm
Join us for the launch of our latest exhibition in the company of artists Ros Stoddart and Sue Kirk.
Sustainable Saturday
Saturday 20 September 10.30am-3.30pm
A day of sustainable options: crafts, arts, advice, drop-in activities.
From fleece to fine art with exhibition artist Rosalind Stoddart
Saturday 25 October 1pm - 3.30pm
£5 ticket
Step into the world of artist and environmentalist Rosalind Stoddart as she shares the story behind her striking hand-woven wall pieces, made using fleece from her own alpacas and dyed with plants grown on her land. In this engaging and inspiring talk, Ros will explore her creative journey, her deep connection to the natural world, and how sustainability is at the heart of everything she does. A rare chance to hear firsthand how art, animals, and ecology intertwine – book early to be part of the conversation.
Found in the Fields with artist Carry Akroyd
Saturday 1 November 1pm - 3.30pm
£5 ticket
Painter and printmaker Carry Akroyd presents a striking three-part exhibition exploring the English arable landscape. Her bold screenprints, vivid lithographs and expressive linocuts are inspired by the poetry of John Clare and his observations of rural change. At the heart is a long-touring series pairing Clare’s words with Akroyd’s imagery, shown alongside her book illustrations and recent works. A rich, thoughtful show that celebrates landscape, literature, and artistic response across time – perfect for a grey Autumn Day.
Carry Ackroyd in Conversation
Saturday 1 November 1pm - 3.30pm
£5 ticket
Join acclaimed painter and printmaker Carry Akroyd for a lively and engaging illustrated talk delving into the world of John Clare, the ‘peasant poet’ whose words have inspired her for over thirty years. Discover what drew her to Clare’s work, explore the wider themes in her landscape art, and gain fascinating insights into the printmaking techniques featured in the exhibition.