In pictures: Spring Fling artists throw doors open

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Image caption, A wide range of artists and makers take part in the Spring Fling festival

One hundred studios across Dumfries and Galloway are throwing open their doors as part of the Spring Fling festival.

It runs from Saturday until Monday and showcases artists and makers from across the region.

It is the 21st edition of the festival and organisers said it was the "biggest ever".

They described it as a "great opportunity to explore one of Scotland's most beautiful regions".

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Image caption, A giant fork is among the sights which will greet visitors to this year's Spring Fling

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Image caption, Organisers said the event - the 21st edition - will be the biggest ever

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Image caption, Visitors are encouraged to travel across the region on different routes during the festival

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Image caption, Spring Fling is being held across three days this year

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Image caption, As well as visiting studios, the event is seen as an opportunity to tour the region

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Image caption, Dumfries and Galloway is home to a wide range of makers and artists

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Image caption, A total of 100 studios are taking part this year

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Image caption, The Spring Fling event runs from 27 to 29 May

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