Captured Light: Paintings & Chairs from Suffolkat Mill Tye Gallery and Arts Centre

An exhibition of paintings and handcrafted chairs inspired by the Suffolk landscape.

About the Exhibition
Captured Light brings together the handcrafted chairs of Dan Hussey and the paintings of Honor Surie, united by a shared response to the Suffolk landscape. Through wood and paint, light is held, softened and shaped—caught in the grain of timber, the curve of a chair, and the shifting tones of water, sky and marsh.

Together, these works celebrate quiet observation, skilled craftsmanship, material honesty and the enduring atmosphere of place.

Opening Day
Saturday 5 September 2026 | 10:30am–6:00pm

Join us throughout the day to celebrate the opening of Captured Light. Enjoy complimentary drinks and nibbles while meeting both artists, who will be present throughout the day and happy to discuss their work.

About the Artists

Dan Hussey
Dan Hussey has been designing and making handcrafted chairs since 1993. Working primarily with locally grown hardwoods, he specialises in steam-bent and laminated furniture, creating distinctive pieces that combine comfort, durability and elegant craftsmanship. He studied Three Dimensional Design at Newcastle Polytechnic before establishing his Suffolk workshop.

Honor Surie
Honor Surie studied Graphic Design before working in advertising. After completing her MA, she moved from oils to acrylics, developing a distinctive painting style inspired by the changing light, waterways and expansive landscapes of Suffolk.

Visit Us
Exhibition Dates: 5–27 September 2026

Opening Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 10:30am–4:00pm
Admission: Free
Parking: Free parking is available in the car park before the level crossing.

Accessibility: This exhibition is held in our upstairs gallery art studio, which is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.