The 3 Harbours Art Festival runs from 31 May to 8 June 2008 in the three coastal villages of Prestonpans, Cockenzie and Port Seton, in East Lothian a few miles east of Edinburgh. The Festival was highlighted as one of the “Best Outdoor Arts Events” in the Guardian.

The Festival theme is the sea, an integral part of life in the three villages. There are many events and workshops on offer. Cockenzie Power Station will be illuminated in the evenings. There is a paper boat competition, Murals Trail walks, a Gala day, music events and art exhibitions. From Monday 2 June – Friday 6 June there is a daily John Muir Trail bus tour from 10.00 to 18:00 with various stops at at a cost of £20 including lunch.

Prestonpans Pottery Mural

I’m attending a two day Mosaic workshop on Wednesday 4 and Sunday 8 June which are free of charge. On Saturday 31 May and Wednesday 4 June there is a Women’s Art Workshop, costing £3 per session, which explores the themes of femininity and womanliness The Workshop is led by local artist Jacquelyn Rixon. I attended art workshops run last Summer by Jacquelyn and they were wonderful as Jacquelyn engenders a very relaxed yet supportive atmosphere which enables all participants to explore their creative talents.