The Isle of Wight is fast becoming a centre of artistic activity with a thriving community of painters, ceramicists and sculptors. Their work can be seen at the annual Arts Open Studios – a great opportunity to explore the island one workshop at a time – and is showcased all year at the Quay arts centre in Newport. This converted 19th-century brewery warehouse complex overlooks the river Medina and was refurbished in 1997 by architect Tony Fretton. A light, generous space with three galleries, theatre, shop and cafe/bar, as well as artists' workshops and studios, it's a great place to get the measure of the island's craft makers, whose work is available to buy in the shop.

• What to see Quay Arts, Sea Street, Newport Harbour, 01983 822490, Quayarts.org. Arts Open Studios (19-29 July 2013, isleofwightarts.com). Isle of Wight Makers Network (isleofwightmakers.co.uk)