Welcome to Artaffect Studios and Gallery
We are located in Jedburgh, Scottish Borders. We enable space for creativity, well being and positive transformation in systems and daily life.
Upcoming events
As part of the Scottish International Storeytelling Festival - Local storyteller James Spence draws from his book Scottish Borders Folk Tales, as well as from contemporary stories, in exploring the relationship between animals and humans in this collection of poignant and humorous stories. At the heart of this set is the title story, which concerns a young man’s strange encounters as he seeks his fortune in the rolling hills of the Borders. James weaves between the Borders Scots and English in this compelling show. Special guest Border fiddler Jimmy Nagle will play some local fiddle tunes. This event is supported by The Scottish International Storytelling Festival.
Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8.00pm start!
The event is free. We ask a for a donation when you register on the website if you wish. To register without a donation, please write to Julian: jmanley@artaffect.co.uk
An introduction to Interior Design – Taster workshop with Rosi Lister! Delighted to welcome Rosi and participants to a very special course by a very special person!
“your home should be an extension of your wardrobe. A place that shouts out your personality!” (Rosi Lister)
Dip your toe into the immersive world of interior design with Rosi Lister, Borders based author, blogger and seasoned house-renovator!*
Create practical ideas for making your home that extra bit special!What we will do:
This morning workshop will begin by introducing you to colour, the relationship you have with it and how it reacts in different interior settings. You will be introduced to the principals behind creating colour harmonies and using colour balance.
You will also try out low-tech, beginner friendly ways to visualise a room in your own home which will enable you to freely experiment with colour schemes and textural combinations, ultimately creating your own design mood board for your own interior project.
About Rosi Lister:
Rosi is a qualified art & design tutor with many years’ experience teaching and developing a variety of creative programmes across further and higher education. Rosi has also practiced as an interior design consultant and now regularly writes a blog on all things design related, mostly in connection to the major house renovation she is undertaking with her antiques dealer partner, which was featured on the Channel 4 programme Renovation Nation.In 2025 Rosi was invited to take part in the Borders Book Festival, and the next chapter of renovation life is the subject of Rosi’s second book, which is expected sometime next year. Rosi is a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.
Rosi’s full biography and blog can be found on her website www.rosilister.com
We are delighted to welcome back willow weaver wonder, Karla Pearce to ArtAffect. Following on from a hugely enjoyable and successful Taster Course, Karla is now offering a 4 week course that will explore willow weaving in greater depth. A great opportunity for participants on the Taster Course to further develop their skill and confidence, but Karla will also be offering support suitable for beginners. Karla is a hugely experienced tutor and will take each and every participant, old and new, to explore their own level of creativity with willow weaving.
The course fee covers all four days and materials are provided.
If you prefer a single session only, please contact jmanley@artaffect.co.uk. Single sessions are £50 each.
About Karla Pearce
‘I’ve always been a creative maker, with a decades-long interest in plants, gardening and the natural environment. My fascination with weaving natural materials began while experimenting with plant supports for my garden, and it quickly grew into a love of basketry.
I first learned from local basketmakers through the Northumbria Basketry Group, before seeking opportunities to study with renowned basketmakers in the UK, Ireland, Spain and Denmark. I went on to train intensively through the City & Guilds accredited one and two year basketry courses at Westhope College in Shropshire.’
Our vision
Explore the entangled potential of art and creativity with a mixture of courses that challenge traditional boundaries and reimagine creativity. Our innovative approach opens up creative spaces that question and redefine our perceptions of our present time through creative experiences that are accessible, engaging and multi-dimensional.
