A popular Bristol artist is coming to Dorchester for a special exhibition.

Mary Shaw will be in Brewery Square on July 2 for 'Escape to The Great Outdoors' - an exhibition of the UK's leading landscape and seascape artists, hosted by the Halo Fine Art Gallery.

During the event from 1pm to 3pm, guests will be able to watch Mary at work performing a live art demonstration in the gallery against the backdrop of her landscape artwork.

Renowned contemporary artists Philip Gray and John Waterhouse are among the UK artists whose work will be exhibited that afternoon.

Georgia Heggs, managing director of Halo Fine Art, said: "We are delighted to be welcoming an artist of Mary Shaw's calibre to Dorchester. To have the opportunity to host a live showcase of an artist is extremely unique and exciting; truly a moment not to be missed.

"Through the exhibition, we are looking forward to introducing our guests to the cream of the crop of the UK's talented landscape and seascape artists."

A self-taught artist, Mary uses a variety of media to depict in minute detail hedgerows and wildflowers, with a contemporary touch of added diamond dust to magically update an otherwise conventional vista.

Acclaimed among art lovers across the world, Mary can count the King of Qatar as one of her most notable collectors, who was gifted a piece by his son, Prince Abdullah Al Thani.

Charlotte Spracklen, centre manger at Brewery Square, said: "We continually strive to collaborate with our businesses to provide new cultural experiences for the people of Dorchester. 'Escape to The Great Outdoors' is set to be an exciting and enlightening afternoon for our visitors."

In addition to Mary Shaw, Halo Fine Art showcases other UK leading artists, including Doug Hyde, Duncan MacGregor, and world-class names such as Fabian Perez and Sherree Valentine Daines.

To RSVP for the event, visit halofineart.co.uk