Wood workers from the Ards are are going 'against the grain', following the success of an exhibition in Portaferry.

Featuring work by talented local craftsmen, including Owen Crawford, Mark Hanvey, Eric McKillen, Mike Miall and John Piekaar, the exhibition showcased contemporary design produced from a sustainable material - wood.

On display were pieces including bespoke fine furniture, floor and wall hanging sculpture, finely turned bowls and Windsor chairs.

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The exhibition was organised as part of Ards Borough Council's 'Art in the Loft' series being held over the summer in the Loft Gallery in Portaferry Tourist Information and Visitor Centre.

It was coordinated by Craft Development Manager with the council, Heather Parker.

She said: "This was a unique opportunity to see a collaborative exhibition by the immensely talented wood workers who live and create in the Ards Borough.

"All of the work is beautifully crafted and reflects how the wood itself can have the final say in how it is formed."

Ms Parker added: "You don't have to appreciate the artistic merit of wood turning to know that these are pieces which would look great - and have a very practical purpose - in most homes."

(PR/JM)