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Showcasing local artists and art galleries

2. PERRANS ABOVE

Cromwell’s Castle, Tresco, Isles of Scilly by Gareth Tibbs Perrans Above is an aerial photography gallery offering stunning images of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Experience the beauty of Cornwall’s coasts, hidden beaches, and historic sites from unique bird’seye perspectives. With collections by nine local photographers, images are available to buy as framed prints, panoramas, and posters, with free home delivery.

hello@perransabove.co.uk www.perransabove.co.uk 1. CSCAPE ART

Red Glow by Sarah Blakey Cscape Art is the gallery and studio of artist, Sarah Blakey, and her photographer husband, Mick. Here you can meet the artist and perhaps invest in an original painting or print. Sarah’s work is about bringing colour and interest to everyday scenes, capturing the essence of working life on the rivers and seas and under the ground. Open daily during the season 10.30am to 5.30pm.

THE OLD WORKSHOP, CHARLESTOWN PL25 3NJ 01726 66639 | www.theoldworkshopcharlestown.co.uk

3. LISA HARKER

Cornish Scene by Lisa Harker Artist Lisa Harker always dreamt of moving to Cornwall. Now, having been here for more than a decade, she draws inspiration from the beauty of her surroundings. This friendly gallery lies in the heart of the cathedral city of Truro, offering quirky art at affordable prices. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 4pm, be sure to pay Lisa and the team a visit!

8 PYDAR MEWS, TRURO TR1 2UX lisaharkerart | www.lisaharkerart.co.uk 4. VINCENT BASHAM

5. ALCHEMY TILES

“Mother Earth in Autumn” by Mel Chambers “Be humble for you are made of earth. Be noble for you are made of stars.” Cornish made, individually hand carved (rather individually hand carved (rather than painted) tile by Mel Chambers than painted) tile by Mel Chambers THE STUDIO, GOLDMARTIN THE STUDIO, GOLDMARTIN of Alchemy Tiles, using ancient GARAGE, SAMPYS HILL, MAWNAN 13th century inlay techniques. SMITH, FALMOUTH TR11 5EW Each piece is held eternal in earth 07768 193848 | info@melchambers.com and time. Commissions welcome. www.alchemytiles.com

6. COWHOUSE GALLERY

Cremyll by Jean Foulds Located in the picturesque coastal village of Perranuthnoe, The Cowhouse Gallery is run by a group of local artists and craftspeople, offering a wide range of work at very affordable prices. Open daily, paintings, Trevose Head from Porthcothan by Vincent Basham Vincent has a purpose built studio in Wadebridge, Cornwall adjacent to his home which has far reaching views over the Camel Estuary, open from 10am until 4pm daily. He takes his inspiration for his seascape paintings from the wonderful Cornish coast. Vincent is happy to take on Commissions or reproduce any of his painting from his website in a size of your choice. To see more of his work, be sure to attend one his 2021 exhibitions at the Padstow Institute, Padstow, from 14th to 24th June, 12th to 22nd July, 22nd to 31st August, and 27th September to 10th October.

07836 244983 | vince@vincentbasham.co.uk ww.vincentbasham.co.uk

sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, woodturning and leatherwork are all beautifully displayed in this light and bright art space.

LYNFIELD CRAFT CENTRE, PERRANUTHNOE TR20 9NE 01736 710538 | www.cowhousegallery.co.uk

7. SUSY WARD CERAMICS

Bespoke Pottery by Susy Ward Discover amazing pottery, stunning bespoke tableware and much more when you visit Susy Ward Ceramics. With commissions from the church, commercial sector, restaurants and individuals; having designed and produced the awards for the Cornish Business Awards 2016, we highly recommend visiting Susy Ward’s studio – open to visitors by appointment.

KROWJI, REDRUTH TR15 3AJ | 07855 102598 susywardg10@yahoo.com | www.susywardceramics.com

8. STEVE SLIMM STUDIO

9. ATISHOO GALLERY

Charlestown by Stephanie Axtell Atishoo Gallery is a family business with a fantastic selection of original paintings and prints, many produced by owners Liz Hackney and Paul Clark. The gift shop also sells pottery, glassware, jewellery, art cards and homewares. Atishoo can be found in a pretty courtyard opposite the old Charlestown Methodist Chapel. Liz and Paul also have an onsite bespoke picture framing workshop. Please see the website for opening times.

71 CHARLESTOWN ROAD, CHARLESTOWN, ST AUSTELL PL25 3NL 01726 65900 | www.atishoogallery.co.uk

Deep in the Heart by Steve Slimm Great news – Steve’s studio near Praa Sands is open again! The impressive Aladdin’s cave-like space is full of delightful surprises for anyone serious about art. This framed oil painting (26x31cm plus frame – £722) is one in a series of contemplative magical intimate woodland pieces. Feel free to visit and browse, without obligation. Text or call for an appointment.

THE OLD FACTORY STUDIOS, NEAR PRAA SANDS CROSS ROADS TR20 9RA | 07968 979367 www.transcendentalexpressionism.com

07856 594414 | www.bespokesurf.co.uk 10. BESPOKE SURF

Handcrafted home décor by Michael Jenkin Handcrafted, surf-inspired home décor and furniture made by Michael Jenkin of Bespoke Surf. Offering bespoke, commissioning of pieces such as this coffee table with custom inlay to the fi n, featuring mother of pearl, ebony and stone, to give a truly unique and personal touch. A range of pieces can be made, from picture frames, coat hangers and mirrors, to full length decorative wall-hung boards and coffee tables.

11. WAVE 7 GALLERY

12. PADSTOW GALLERY

Summer Afternoon, North Coast by Philip Lyons Wave 7 Gallery exhibits contemporary art and crafts. A host of stunning work can be found on display here, plus exhibitions by some incredible artists. Perfect for anybody who appreciates art across an array of mediums, the exhibition schedule at Wave 7 is constantly evolving, with artists from a multitude of disciplines displaying their work. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Daybreaking by Alex Yarlett 17 POLMORLA WALK, WADEBRIDGE PL27 7NS Alex Yarlett is an abstract expressive 01208 880605 | www.wave7gallery.com artist based in Falmouth, Cornwall. “Capturing moments and emotions in my art is absolutely key to me,” he explains. “Each painting becomes a time capsule of experience to treasure. I don’t seek to capture a realistic photographic image of what is in front of me; instead I encounter the raw moment by engaging emotionally with my environment with different elements of the painting exposed at different moments until an overall completed visual narrative is told for the viewer to experience.” Enjoy Alex’s latest exhibition at Padstow Gallery from 1st July 2021. and then translating this instant into a painted 11 LANADWELL STREET, PADSTOW PL28 8AN story. The layers of different medium and texture 01841 533435 | info@padstowgallery.co.uk create this story, added to over and over again, www.padstowgallery.co.uk

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