ONE of the UK's most collected and influential contemporary artists, Kerry Darlington, is heading to Dorchester next month for a rare, exclusive gallery event.

It is uncommon for an artist of her national scale to make a personal appearance in the South West, making this a massive cultural scoop for Dorset art lovers who want to meet the face behind the masterpieces.

On Saturday 13 June, Halo Fine Art, located in Brewery Square, Dorchester, is bringing the magic of Kerry Darlington's famous 'Enchanted' worlds straight to town for an exclusive, one-afternoon-only social event.

The gallery is opening its doors for a relaxed afternoon of drinks, conversation, and a rare chance to meet one of the UK's most iconic contemporary artists face-to-face.

Her masterpieces are famous for their heavy, glowing layers of hand-poured resin and intricate 3D details, art that demands to be stood in front of, as digital screens fail to do them justice.

To secure appearances from an artist of this magnitude are incredibly far and few between. Halo Fine Art is breaking the Mold of formal exhibitions by hosting an intimate, laid-back afternoon. It's described as a rare, opportunity for art lovers to discover a collection of brand new originals, and share a conversation with Kerry about the rich folklore behind her iconic style.

Charlotte Frampton, Centre Manager at Brewery Square, commented: "Bringing an artist of Kerry's profile to Dorchester is a massive win for the town's cultural scene. Halo Fine Art is such a great, welcoming space, and having the creator there to talk you through those incredible resin layers adds a whole new dimension to the work. It's exactly the kind of unique, high-quality event that makes the Square so special."

Georgia Heggs, Owner of Halo Fine Art Gallery, said: "To have one of the UK's most influential artists here in the gallery is a dream come true. Kerry's new collection is breathtaking, and being able to showcase these originals alongside the artist herself is incredibly special. Because this is such a rare appearance, we know the demand will be huge, but we're consciously keeping the guest list limited. We want this to be an intimate, relaxed afternoon where our guests can have a meaningful conversation with Kerry without feeling rushed by a massive crowd''.

Due to the exclusive nature of the afternoon, the gallery is keeping the guest list strictly limited to ensure the environment remains comfortable, personal, and uncrowded for attendees. RSVP is essential to secure entry.

To reserve a space on the guest list, contact the Halo Fine Art team directly on 01305 267061 or email [email protected].