TV weatherman Paul Hudson couldn't bring the sunshine to Sheffield's Art in the Gardens - but that didn't stop more than 10,000 enjoying a family day out.
The damp conditions didn't stop the crowds flocking to the new 'family friendly' event in the Botanical Gardens in Broomhill this weekend.
Click on the green play button to see the slideshow. When the player opens double click to view full screenThe fifth anniversary of the popular event offered exhibitions from new disciplines like sculpture, a far bigger 'Children's Village' packed with free activities and the Floral ImPACT Fashion Show which proved so popular it is set to become a regular part of the event in future.
More than 4,000 pieces of art from 350 different artists were showcased at an event that has grown to become one of the most popular exhibitions on the national art circuit.
BBC Look North weatherman Paul Hudson - who didn't manage to avert the torrential rain that threatened the entire event at one point - was the star guest.
He was the subject of this year's 'Celebrity Portrait Competition' and was on site to pick the winning entries.
Sheffield Lord Mayor Coun Jane Bird said: "Art In The Gardens has grown to become one of the most popular art and craft events in the whole region and I'm glad to say even the rain couldn't prevent over 10,000 people supporting this spectacular showcase".
Things kicked off with a preview evening on Friday when art lovers celebrated one of single largest cash legacies ever left to the city's Botanical Gardens.
Botanical Gardens curator Ian Turner made the formal announcement of a £115,000 windfall to the crowds.
The event also included Sheffield Art and Craft Market, Botanical Art and Photography marquee, garden sculpture exhibits, professional artists and craftspeople, jazz music and food and refreshments.
Howard Simpson, Art in the Gardens co-organiser, said: "I have to thank everyone that worked around the clock to ensure the event went ahead despite the adverse weather.
"We had great crowds and I know we've now got a new-look Art In The Gardens that's going to go from strength to strength in future years."
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