Guests joined Horwich poet Elizabeth McManus at BL6 Studios for a unique art and poetry event.
Held on June 7, it saw the creative community come together to celebrate the fusion of two art forms.
Ms McManus, author of the poetry collection Later, Icarus, was thrilled to take part.
She said: "I was honoured to be invited to be the guest poet at BL6 Studios because it’s such a vibrant and creative studio, led by Julia Entwistle.
"Her event was a brilliant way to bring art and poetry together."
The event marked Ms McManus's first time reading her work in a studio setting.
She was 'touched' by the genuine reactions from the audience.
The poet added: "While I’ve done book signings before, this was the first time I’ve read my work in a studio setting and had the immersion of seeing people react to it live and then ask me questions about it afterwards.
"I was honestly touched."
Ms McManus's collection explores the hidden stories behind classical myths and legends.
The book was launched at the Cirencester History Festival last year.
Julia Entwistle, BL6 Studio's founder and lead artist, said: "Having Elizabeth as our guest poet was exhilarating, she was like a breath of fresh air.
"She spoke with such confidence and passion about her poetry that everyone was so enthralled with her work and the background stories behind it all."
Ms Entwistle plans to host more events like this in the future.
"Bringing together poetry and art in the studio has worked exceptionally well, combining the two art forms gave such a creative buzz about the place," she said.
After studying English at Oxford University, Ms McManus delved into the people who inspired ancient myths and legends.
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She said: "The collection is a response to the preciousness, fragility, and intensity of some aspects of human experience and how it feels to witness them or live them."
"I loved every moment of the event at BL6 Studios.
"I sincerely love poetry and art and people too, so having an afternoon which brought those three things together was so special."
For more information about the poet and her work, visit crumpsbarnstudio.co.uk.
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