Three branches of a community arts society have joined forces to be the major sponsor for a Worcestershire event next year.

The Arts Society (TAS) branches from Worcester, Evesham and Pershore, and Malvern Hills have united to support the 10th-anniversary celebration of Worcestershire Open Studios in August.

The popular art trail allows artists and makers to open their studio doors to the public for two weekends each summer.

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In 2023, the event drew 12,500 visitors across more than 100 venues.

The organisers are hoping to increase attendance in 2025 with the help of TAS's financial backing.

TAS is a national organisation that aims to foster the appreciation and support of the arts.

The art societies will join Colcards of Malvern, Elmslie House of Malvern, and Bevere Gallery of Worcester as key sponsors.

The studios also receive support from community businesses, including framers, printers, and art suppliers, which offer discounts to the artists and makers in the organisation.

Maggie Keeble, of The Arts Society Worcester, said: "The Arts Society exists to connect people with the arts and with each other.

"As well as providing a programme of lectures, our local branches are increasingly involved in supporting arts organisations and in making the arts accessible to more people, so this sponsorship is a perfect fit."

Gemma Griffiths, one of the voluntary team of three artists who organise Open Studios, agreed with Ms Keeble.

She said: "We feel there is great synergy between our organisations, and we know that there is a degree of crossover in our membership, all of whom either love art or create it.

"We hope very much that our collaboration will serve to bring the wealth of artistic talent in Worcestershire to a wider audience."

The society provides further information, including details of the three societies, on its website.

The studios also have a website featuring a year-round online gallery showcasing the work of more than 100 artists and makers based in the county.