West Dorset artist Sarah Sclater has raised £1,000 for the Farming Community Network (FCN) through her annual Art at Home exhibition, held in early October at her home near Beaminster.
Now in its eleventh year, Art at Home offers visitors a unique experience: browsing work from international and local artists and makers, all displayed in the intimate setting of Sarah’s own home, Thrae. Over the past decade, the event has featured more than 50 artists and welcomed hundreds of guests from across the country.
‘I continue to love showing people art in this unique setting,’ says Sarah. ‘There’s nothing more satisfying than selling someone their first original piece – and even better when they come back again.’
This year, Sarah chose to support the Dorset branch of FCN, a national charity offering confidential support to farmers, farm workers and their families through difficult times. Run by volunteers who understand the challenges of agricultural life, FCN helps with everything from financial worries and family breakdowns to mental health concerns.
‘We were delighted to receive Sarah’s generous donation,’ says Bec Hill of Dorset FCN. ‘Support like this goes directly to helping us continue our work in the farming community.’
If you or someone you know is struggling, you can contact FCN confidentially via [email protected] or call the national helpline 03000 111 999 (open 7am–11pm every day).
More on Art at Home on sarahsclaterart.co.uk
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