AUTUMN ISSUE 14 2020
CREATIVE & CULTURAL LIVING
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AUTUMN ISSUE 14 2020
Autumn is without a doubt a glorious season in Cornwall. A little softer on the eyes with its hazy, golden afternoon light and moody mornings and not to mention a little quieter on the roads too after the busy summer rush. It’s a perfect time for gallery hopping, with plenty of autumnal exhibitions showcasing the latest in contemporary Cornish art and craft taking place across the county. In this guide, you’ll find the latest goings on amongst the creative communities of Cornwall during this shoulder season, from new art shows both online and in-store to artists making the most of the empty coast paths and beaches for new inspiration and makers emerging after a summer of hard work in their studio with stunning pieces ready for the festive season. Use this free guide to plan art trails, discover new work to fall in love with and perhaps even treat yourself or a loved one to a unique gift. Oll an Gwella, (All the best)
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Front Cover: I Miss You by David Gray, courtesy of The Customs House Gallery, Porthelven.
19 Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange 20 Tamarisk Gallery 21 The Jackson Foundation 22 Yew Tree Gallery 24 Mirva Gallery 25 Sharon Mcswiney 28 Back Road Artworks 29 Art House Gallery 30 Emily Nixon 31 Lovegood’s Art & Glass Gallery 33 Susy Ward Ceramics 34 Trudie Moore 36 Jo Polack Studio Gallery 37 Celia Creeper 38 Carla J 39 Sarah Eddy 40 Truro & Penwith College 41 Trelissick Gallery 42 Gemma Lessinger 43 Create Gallery & Design Store
TOUR GALLERIES 01 The New Gallery Portscatho 02 Square Gallery 04 Falmouth Art Gallery 05 Inspire Makers 07 Lizard Art 08 Coast Colour Canvas 09 Tara Leaver 10 Customs House Gallery 12 Cowhouse Gallery 13 Summerhouse Gallery 14 Penzance BID 15 Julia Mills 16 Upstairs Gallery 17 Penlee House 18 Trevor Thorne
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BIDEFORD
44 Whitewater Gallery 45 Cliffside Gallery 46 Zeath Gallery 47 Castle Bude 48 Sue Read 49 Zebediah’s Art & Craft Collective 50 Claudia Hocking 51 A Great Escape Art 53 The Old Workshop 54 Mid-Cornwall Galleries 56 Atishoo Gallery
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03 National Martime Museum 06 Terrace Gallery 11 Ashley Hanson 23 Joe Armstrong 26 Livingstones St Ives
27 Tate St Ives 32 Krowji 35 Surfers Against Sewage 52 Shipwreck Treasure Museum 55 Eden Project Art Map
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THE NEW GALLERY PORTSCATHO The New Gallery is the home of a society of Artists founded in 1984. The name reflects a move to larger premises nearby in 2000. The Gallery is unique in that it is only open three days a week (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) and run by Artists, whilst the studio above is in use on most
days of the week and visitors have the opportunity to meet the Artists. These include: Andrea & Chris Insoll, Trevor Felcey, Eric Ward, Daniel Holmes Adams, Ann Long, Lizzie Black, John Birch, Howard Milton, Andrew Tozer as well as the late Grace Gardner. We also have a selection of
earlier works from both the St Ives and Newlyn Schools. The New Gallery, Portscatho, TR2 5HW T: 01872580719 / 01872580445 M: 07507883335 E: chrisinsoll@gmail.com
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ST MAWES
THE SQUARE GALLERY The Square Gallery has a reputation for showing original art, lovingly collected and assembled. It celebrates the differences in each artist’s approach and there is an array of paintings, prints, ceramics, textiles, jewellery and artefacts that inspire, intrigue and provoke a response. The gallery embraces how artists develop as well as welcoming new exhibitors, enjoying their progress and success. Artists include Rosie Scott, Robin Leonard, Lynn Golden, Kirsten Jones, Jenny Buckingham, Trevor Price, Philip Lyons, Jane Winton, Lesley Holmes, Dan Cole, Vicki Gillow, Kieth Bunt, Sally Spens, Mark
Poprawski, Carol O’Toole and Jilly Ballantyne. From the smallest card to the largest painting, The Square Gallery likes to encourage the artists with confidence, enthusiasm and discernment. The result is a lively and exciting mix of work in a friendly space. Top left: ‘Trawlers‘ by Robin Leonard. Top right: ‘St. Anthony’s pines’, Diane Hadden. Bottom: ‘A field I know’ Vicki Gillow. The Square Gallery, 5 The Arcade, Saint Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT T: 01326 270720 W: www.thesquaregallery.co.uk
A quiet Cornish treasure, close to the tip of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula, St Mawes was officially voted the best coastal destination in the UK in 2020. With a ‘Five Star’ rating for tranquility, beautiful scenery and value for money. This quaint village is home to high-end hotels with exclusive dining experiences, local pubs embracing locally sourced produce, all with a laidback holiday atmosphere. Huddled around the small picturesque harbour, it’s a great place to start explorations of nearby areas, either by foot or ferry.
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EXCLUSIVE NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM - MONSTERS OF THE DEEP Explore myths, legends and monsters in this immersive exhibition from the National Maritime Museum that combines folklore with modern day science. Taking you on a journey through time, understand some of the ocean’s greatest mysteries and discover how scientists explore the deepest parts of the ocean. Already having received amazing reviews, the show will be running until January 2022. The Museum is open every day of the year from 10am – 5pm, except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Every visitor must pre-book an arrival slot. Limited spaces available so be sure to book in advance. Find out more, including dates, tickets and opening times at www.nmmc.co.uk
FALMOUTH ART GALLERY The award winning Falmouth Art Gallery is family friendly and free. The gallery has a vibrant and ambitious exhibitions programme. It stages thematic shows featuring selected works from the gallery’s collection hung alongside loans from artists, museum collections and private lenders. This means that the three exhibition rooms are constantly changing and there is always something new and exciting to see. The gallery cares for an outstanding collection of over 2000 artworks that includes 19th and 20th century master painting, British Impressionist paintings, the RCPS Tuke Collection, contemporary prints, automata, photography and a children’s illustration archive. A selection of these works will be on display but you can view images of Falmouth’s entire
collection on our website. The gallery shop stocks high quality, but affordable, locally crafted products along with cards, postcards, books and prints. Falmouth Art Gallery Municipal Buildings, The Moor Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2RT T: 01326 313 863 E: info@falmouthartgallery.com W: www.falmouthartgallery.com Open for free timed-ticket visits Access for wheelchairs and pushchairs is by a lift in our side entrance. right of the building. Free Wi-Fi. Dog friendly. William Evelyn Osborn(e) (18681906): St Ives Pier (Smeaton’s Pier), oil on canvas, Falmouth Art Gallery Collection
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EXCLUSIVE TERRACE GALLERY Terrace Gallery is a new contemporary Gallery with a retail space nestled in the heart of Penryn. The gallery houses some exciting artists and makers, and will also be running workshops and courses. There will be monthly exhibitions held by local artists from an array of backgrounds such as printmakers to painters and jewellers, plus there is studio space available for local creative businesses to immerse themselves around some fantastic artistic talent. For more information visit www.terracegallery.co.uk
INSPIRE MAKERS Located towards the top of historic Falmouth High Street, opposite a glorious view to the river down Barracks Ope, Inspire Makers is a new creative space showcasing the talent of over 30 Cornish craftspeople. There is a wide range of contemporary design-led work from both well-known and emerging artists and makers, across jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles, art and prints, stationery, and homewares. The Grade II listed building also houses owner Vicki’s jewellery studio, and a dedicated
workshop space which will offer classes to inspire people to take up making themselves. On hold for the moment, we hope to start the programme later in the year. Opening Times: Tues to Sat 10-5pm Inspire Makers, 5 High Street Falmouth, TR11 2AB T: 01326 531176 E: create@inspiremakers.com W: www.inspiremakers.com inspire_makers inspiremakers
THROUGH THE EYES OF TREVOR THORNE Firstly, tell us about your chosen location and why it inspires you... I walk from Penzance to Newlyn and back nearly every day and Mounts Bay always inspires me. The fleeting changes to the sea and sky, the art deco architecture of the Jubilee Pool, the fishing port of Newlyn, and the grandeur and majesty of St Michaels Mount. When painting your location, is there anything that really catches your eye that you enjoy focusing on? My work tends to concentrate on the coastline and fishing industry of Cornwall, so it depends on which I am focusing at the time. I love the trawlers and paraphernalia associated with fishing in Newlyn, and the wide-open expanse of Mounts Bay. Describe the sounds, smells and feelings you experience in your location... I love all of the sounds and smells of the sea, whether it is lapping on the shore or the crashing against it. I feel privileged to wake up each morning and pull the curtains to reveal its latest mood. What colours do you like to use when painting your location? I mix nearly all my colours from the three primaries and white. I rarely use colours straight from the tube or black. When painting/practicing ‘en plein air’, what do you think about and what are your processes when painting this way? Working en plein air for me is about scale, the temporal nature of life and our individual insignificance in the overall scheme of things. Yet, collectively I reflect that humankind is destroying the planet and its beauty all around us. I tend to mostly sketch using watercolours or pastels when working en plein air. What challenges do you face when conveying your location onto canvas? Timidity, knowing when to stop, and being prepared to risk everything to achieve something better. Finally, what do you love most about your location? Being at the end of the line, as far west from ‘the smoke’ as I can be! Trevor Thorne, Jupiter Gallery, 3 Chywoone Hill, Newlyn,TR18 5HQ M: 07585 792329 E: trevor.thorne@sky.com @trevorthorneart
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THE LIZARD PENINSULA
LIZARD ART Set in the heart of the Trelowarren Estate is a spacious and bright gallery home of the Lizard Art co-operative; a group of professional artists working in various media and styles, all sharing an enthusiasm for living and working in and around this stunning landscape, the Lizard peninsular. Exciting seascapes, striking abstracts, evocative landscapes, woodcuts and cyanotypes with a new addition of beautiful crafts from local makers. Their new illustrated book ‘Lizard Uncovered’ which celebrates all the members work is on sale at the gallery throughout the season from now until November. Visitors are welcomed by the by the artists themselves, who oversee the gallery and will share their enthusiasm about their work and those from the group.
Please subscribe to our new E-Newsletter which will regularly keep you up to date with all that’s happening. Send your email to lizardartgallery@ gmail.com Open Wednesday -Sunday 11-3pm until 1st November ‘Little Picture Show’ Open 7th 22nd November 11-3pm excluding Monday & Tuesdays Trelowarren Estate, Mawgan-inMeneage, Cornwall, TR12 6AF T: 01326 221778 E: admin@lizardart.co.uk W: www.lizardart.co.uk lizardart lizardartgallery
A land filled with treasures, from hidden coves with cerulean seas to wild flower meadows and stunning coast paths, the Lizard Peninsula is a jewel in the crown of Cornwall’s landscapes and it’s no wonder so many artists congregate here to be inspired. Discover a range of events, artists, off grid galleries and contemporary craft form the creative collectives based in this unique peninsula. See the stunning rock formations of Kynance Cove, catch some rays at Poldhu Cove, learn about the Lizard’s rich heritage at the Lizard Lighthouse and Heritage Centre.
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COAST COLOUR CANVAS
TARA LEAVER
Since the opening of Coast Colour Canvas back in July, nestled in the original Roskilly’s ice-cream parlour, the gallery has been a great success. Alongside resident artists Jenny Field, Fiona Foster and Janet Golden, there has been an array of both established and emerging artists showcasing their work as part of their guest artist programme, including Maureen Cunningham, Sarah Trewhella, Lizzie Brown. Artists change weekly and with original paintings, prints and cards there is something for everyone. Opening hours are normally 11am-4pm every day until the end of October, but check out the Facebook page for any updates @coastcolourcanvasgallery Roskilly’s Farm Tregellast Barton Farm, St Keverne TR12 6NX
For several months of the year artist Tara Leaver can frequently be found, armed with camera and snorkel, absorbed in the underwater world of Mounts Bay. Her regular sea swims provide constant inspiration for her delicate, expressive paintings on wood panel and canvas; each exploring the sensory experiences of immersion in wild nature, in particular the sea. Her most recent collection focuses on the soothing depth and stillness of rock pools, and is currently available exclusively via her website. Her work is on display at Tin Coast Design and Circa 21 in Penzance; visit her website to purchase work online, and to sign up for Notes from the Studio. Visit her website for further
W: www.taraleaverart.com E: tara@taraleaver.com taraleaverart
details and to sign up for Notes from the Studio.
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EXCLUSIVE ASHLEY HANSON
CUSTOMS HOUSE GALLERY Established over 20 years ago, the Customs House Gallery occupies a bright and airy space on Porthleven’s historic harbour side where you will discover a diverse collection of original work by some of Cornwall’s finest artists. Follow the gallery on social media or sign up to our newsletter on our website to keep up to date with all new work. We are proud to be a member gallery of the Own Art scheme which offers an interest free method of spreading the cost
of buying original artwork and the gallery also offers an on-site bespoke framing service. Please check the gallery website for our current opening hours. The Customs House Gallery Harbourside, Porthleven, TR13 9JD T: 01326 569365 E: hello@thecustomshousegallery.co.uk W: www.cornwall-art.co.uk Top: Simon Jewell - High Seas Left: Jack Davis - Break In the Clouds Right: Roger Curtis - Spring Flowers, West Penwith
In 2005, Ashley Hanson and his young family left London for Cornwall to be close to the coastal landscape that continued to influence his work as an artist. After being inspired by the late Peter’s Lanyon’s ‘Porthleven’ 1951 painting, Porthleven harbour was the natural first point of call for Ashley’s Porthleven paintings, of which there are now 27. Ashley has naturally been drawn to other Cornish harbour towns too, with paintings of Padstow, Penzance, Fowey and Charlestown now in his collection. In 2019 Ashley had a solo-show called ‘COLOURSCAPES’ at the Heseltine Gallery in Truro. The exhibition was curated with over 50 paintings from his ‘City of Glass’ ‘Cornwall’ and ‘Americascapes’ series on show and was a great success. Ashley offers covid-friendly ‘Freedom in Painting’ workshops in both Porthleven and Kent throughout the year. Check out his website for up to date information www.ashleyhanson.co.uk.
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PERRANUTHNOE A cosy and quaint little village by the sea, Perranuthnoe is tucked away on the south coast of Cornwall a couple of miles along from Marazion. From the beach you can view the jewel that is St Michael’s Mount, a perfect spot for artists and makers to draw inspiration, be it from the rugged boulders near the water’s edge, or on the grass overlooking the bay. You can find local artist’s work in a number of galleries and studios around the village.
THE COWHOUSE GALLERY The Cowhouse Gallery is run by a group of local artists and craftspeople and this independence allows them to offer a wide range of original arts and crafts at very affordable prices. Painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles, woodturning and leatherwork are all beautifully displayed in this bright light art space. A stroll away is Perranuthnoe Cove and breath taking coastal walks looking towards St Michael’s Mount in one direction and to Prussia Cove in the opposite direction. Each day one of the members works in the gallery, so call in for a browse, a chat about their
work or any other enquiries 11am to 4pm. Top:Fairy Toadstool wishing Pot, Candice Scorey Bottom: Mixed Media, Lorna Hirst Johnson Lynfield Craft Centre, Perranuthnoe, TR20 9NA W: www.cowhousegallery.co.uk T: 01736 710538
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SUMMERHOUSE GALLERY The Summerhouse gallery is a beautiful and welcoming space showcasing the best of contemporary Cornish art. You will find work from many of the most acclaimed living Cornish artists on the walls and also new and up and coming talent. It is indeed a gallery to surprise and delight, a destination for art lovers. Artists currently exhibiting in the autumn exhibition September Song include Michael Strang, John Piper, Michael Praed, Kit Johns, Imogen Bone, Maggie O’Brien and many more. For a full and comprehensive list of the wonderful artists currently exhibiting please see the website www. summerhousegallery.co.uk The gallery is situated in
the heart of Marazion and is currently open 5 days a week (closed on Mondays and Wednesdays). For the most up to date opening hours, please check their website. With an ethos of making art accessible and a warm welcome awaiting you, it is indeed not one to miss whilst visiting Cornwall. The friendly Summerhouse team are also happy to offer personalised video tours for those not able to visit in person and are always happy to help you find the perfect piece of artwork. Summerhouse Gallery Market Place, Marazion, Cornwall, TR17 0AR T: 01736711400 E: info@summerhousegallery.co.uk W: www.summerhousegallery.co.uk
Top: Last of the Summer, Imogen Bone Right: Sea Pony and Me, Tracy Dovey Bottom: Sunrise in Mousehole, Lizzie Black
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PENZANCE BID In these ever-changing times and as we all try to settle back to a new normal, what could be better than wondering through streets laden with architecture and independent shops. Penzance has been a gateway to the Lands End Peninsula for centuries, today, its natural beauty, impressive architecture, vibrant community and independent shops & restaurants continue to captivate and inspire, and it is a home many artists and artisans. Spend a day browsing the shops and galleries and enjoy a bite of local produce in one of the many cafes/restaurants/ pubs for all the latest events go to lovepenzance.co.uk
JULIA MILLS Julia has been making her glass creations for the past twenty years. She is currently sharing a large studio space with two painters in Penzance. Julia creates window and door panels working closely with her clients,
making unique one-off designs. M: 07875279751 E: juliamillsgallery@gmail.com W: www.juliamillsgallery.co.uk
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PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY AND MUSEUM
UPSTAIRS GALLERY Established in 2014 by jewellery designer Esme Burton, The Upstairs Gallery is a light filled, atmospheric space in Penzance town centre. A Beautiful Room; curated by Esme will be an interior styled re-invention of the gallery space. Imagining a bright and breezy summers day by the sea with fine art, illustrations and prints specifically created for Circa 21 from local artists, Stephanie Croydon, James Eddy, Tara Leaver, Tanya McBride, Theresa Shaw, Amanda Slade and Andrew Wilkey. Ceramics by Newlyn potters Lucie Sivicka, Dan Hides and Lincoln Kirby-Bell. Top: ‘You can see’ by Andrew Wilkey Right: ‘Space to Breath’ by Theresa Shaw
Penlee House’s current exhibition, ‘Newlyn School Interiors’ provides a rare opportunity to see paintings that haven’t been exhibited in Cornwall for many years. The Newlyn School artists were famous for painting outdoors, but were just as accomplished in depicting life behind closed doors in Penzance, Newlyn and the surrounding areas, as shown in this fascinating exhibition. The Newlyn School painters were a group of artists who settled in Newlyn in the 1880s and painted scenes of life in the local fishing community. The exhibition will explore the lives of Newlyners through these unique and special paintings by artists such as Stanhope Forbes, Frank Bramley, Elizabeth Forbes and Harold Harvey. Top: School is Out, Elizabeth Forbes
UPSTAIRS GALLERY Circa 21, 21 market Jew Street Penzance, TR18 2HR T: 07876124449 W: www.circa21.co.uk circa21pz
Morrab Road, Penzance, TR18 4HE W: www.penleehouse.org.uk penleehousegallery Penleehouse PenleeHouseGalleryMuseum Penlee House is owned and operated by Penzance Council.
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NEWLYN ART GALLERY & THE EXCHANGE
TREVOR THORNE Trevor Thorne is a Penzancebased artist with a studio above the Jupiter Gallery in Newlyn. He takes his inspiration from the Cornish coastline, its harbours and fishing industry. He works across a range of media - mainly painting, photography and printmaking. He is committed to producing affordable art and most of his work is available as limited edition giclee prints. By appointment: Jupiter Gallery 3 Chywoone Hill Newlyn TR18 5HQ E: trevor.thorne@sky.com @trevorthorneart T: 07585 792329
2020 marks the 125th anniversary of the opening of Newlyn Art Gallery, and we’re in the mood to celebrate! Our autumn programme forms the heart of that celebration and reflects our commitment to projects that mean something to as many people as possible. Few artists made a greater contribution to the wellbeing of the nation in recent months than Grayson Perry, so we are delighted to present his epic series of tapestries, The Vanity of Small Differences at The Exchange. Meanwhile at Newlyn Art Gallery, Extraordinary Postcards for Extraordinary Times is a record of our lives during lockdown. Alongside, we present a series of artists’ films selected from the Arts Council Collection by young LGBTQIA+ collaborators. Finally, in the garden, we reflect on artists’ responses to recent events, in particular the Coronavirus epidemic and the Black Lives Matter movement, through billboard posters and
placards. Admission: £3.30 (incl Gift Aid donation) for a seven-day pass to both venues, free entry for U18s, Supporters, and Patrons. Social distancing measures will be in place. Newlyn Art Gallery, New Road, Newlyn, Penzance, TR18 5PZ. The Exchange, Princes Street, Penzance, TR18 2NL. Opening times: Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm. W: www.newlynartgallery.co.uk T: 01736 363715 Above:Grayson Perry, The Annunciation of the Virgin Deal, 2012, Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre London and British Council © the artist. Gift of the artist and Victoria Miro Gallery with the support of Channel 4 Television, the Art Fund and Sfumato Foundation with additional support from AlixPartners.
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ISLES OF SCILLY Summer is far from over on the Isles of Scilly and autumn is the perfect time to experience Island life. Only 28 miles off the coast of Cornwall, whether it’s relaxing on the beach or finding a stunning viewing spot looking out to sea, a walk around one of the Islands, or a visit to the art galleries offers plenty to see and do to relax, unwind and escape daily life.
TAMARISK GALLERY Based on St Mary’s in the Isles of Scilly, Tamarisk Gallery showcases contemporary art inspired by the islands. We are delighted to welcome everybody through our doors from interested browsers to experienced art collectors. In our busy gallery in the hub of Hugh Town, we handpick the best local art and seek out accomplished artists from Cornwall and further afield to exhibit. The wild and rugged landscape and ever changing light on Scilly is documented by a range of skilled artists and
craftspeople who are inspired by the incredible scenery and light we enjoy here. Minimum hours Monday - Saturday 10am - 1pm. Tamarisk Gallery, The Parade, St. Mary’s, Isles of Scilly, TR21 0LP T: 01720 422334 E:gallery@tamariskscilly.co.uk W: www.tamariskscilly.co.uk. Top: Acrylic on canvas Dan Cole Left: Porcelain, Eleanor Crane Right:Jewellery from recycled acrylic, Sue Gregor
SARAH EDDY When landscape artist Sarah Eddy is searching for inspiration, she takes to the coast paths. Rambling across the Cornish coastline, the excitement of finding new potential, from the shape of a headland to the ever changing colours of the ocean, resonates in her paintings that make for stunning interpretations of some of Cornwall’s best scenic views. Born in Cornwall, Sarah moved to Brighton as a teenager and lived there for 30 years before moving home. During that time, Sarah’s initial background and career was in the performing arts and as a founding member and performer with the show ‘Stomp’ Sarah toured the world for 18 years with the show. It wasn’t until her return to Cornwall that her career in painting took flight, “I think when you’re older, you absorb information when you’re learning. I needed another creative outlet after performing and I think there’s a fine line between all the arts. Creative people often cross over into those sub-genres.” With colour and place going hand in hand, and her continual quest to understand the movement of oil paint through formal study and free painting, Sarah’s works and ever-evolving artistry has proven popular with those seeking to take a piece of Cornwall to their home, “I love the connections people have with my paintings. As it’s Cornwall, people have so many memories they like to share with me and each painting always seems to go to someone who has an attachment to the place I’ve captured.” With a studio gallery at Princes Street in Truro, visitors can see Sarah’s paintings, including pieces she is currently working on, for themselves every day from Monday to Saturday. To find out more, you can also visit www.saraheddyart.com
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THE JACKSON FOUNDATION The Jackson Foundation is a unique, ambitious and awardwinning art-space celebrating and championing arts and the natural world. Housed within a massive ex-industrial building in the thriving former mining town of St Just-in-Penwith, the Foundation was set up by leading contemporary artist Kurt Jackson and his wife Caroline and hosts an annual programme of contemporary
exhibitions working in partnership with environmental and non profit organisations. Expect an eclectic range of artistic expression spanning painting, poetry, sculpture, installation and film spread throughout the four gallery spaces. W:www.jacksonfoundationgallery.com jacksonfoundation @jacksonfgallery @jacksonfgallery
Autumn/Winter Exhibition - Kurt Jackson: A Prehistoric Cornwall September / October Open: Wednesday - Friday 10am to 1pm, 2pm to 5pm. Saturday 10am to 5pm. November - January: Please check website. Free Admission
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YEW TREE GALLERY Now open, though preferably by prior booking, this long established gallery on the coast between St Ives and St Just, is showing ‘SEEING THE LIGHT’ in September and October. A reflection on our current times as much as the artists’ interpretation of light, this show offers a welcome lifting of the spirits. Internationally recognised for the expertise and beauty of his lustreware ceramics, SUTTON TAYLOR has again defied the limitations of the kiln in his exquisite new collection of bowls, bottles and vases in singing colours. MICHAEL SHEPPARD’s subtle, luminous oil paintings give an abstract view of the transforming aspect of light on solid objects. The glass roof of gallery II adds brightness to SAUL
CATHCART’S mixed media plein-air paintings and LESLEY BIRCH’s atmospheric oils, many based on her visits to the Scottish Isles. LAUREL KEELEY traces field furrows and land contours in her stoneware ceramics, and glassmakers ANDREW SANDERS & DAVID WALLACE show colourful vases and bowls as well as finely shaped wine glasses. SARAH DREW’s jewellery incorporates beach findings as well as eco-silver and pearls, and GUY ROYLE’s new necklaces, bangles and earrings are more sumptuous than ever! Any Yew Tree exhibition would be incomplete without JOHN MALTBY’s fascinating ceramic sculptures. A brand new collection will soon be on the
website. New slate tables and bird baths by HELEN NOCK have just arrived for the garden too. Plenty to enjoy in this exhibition! Keigwin, nr .Morvah & Pendeen, TR19 7TS T: 01736 786425 W: www.yewtreegallery.com
OPEN by appointment Tues-Sat Images from Left to Right: Evening Light, Michael Sheppard; Deep Fields bowl, Laurel Keeley; Lyrical Day, Lesley Birch. Bottom row: Large red, silver bowl, Sutton Taylor; Slate, carnelian, Beach plastic necklace, Sarah Drew; ‘I Wait’ (Boscastle), Saul Cathcart.
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EXCLUSIVE JOE ARMSTRONG Art House Gallery is featuring Joe Armstrong for autumn. His warm autumnal tones area a perfect fit for the season and his brighter, bolder work, is a perfect contrast to it. Joe draws and paints in thick oil, using only a palette knife and chooses colour that mixes elegantly. A tiny rainbow of colour can often be seen in a single stroke of paint. Joe’s vibrant St. Ives work is exclusive to Art House Gallery and is specially priced during October.
MIRVA GALLERY The Mirva Gallery Collective is a community interest company, providing a platform for local artists and makers to showcase, develop and sell their work. The galleries host work from an eclectic mix of artists and makers from West Cornwall and mid Cornwall. With over eighty exhibiting members, we have plenty to amaze and delight. Join our artist led workshops to learn from the craftspeople themselves. Find us at 6 Causewayhead, Penzance, TR18 2SN and at 4 Chapel St, St Ives TR26 2LR Mirvagallery
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EXCLUSIVE LIVINGSTONES ST IVES From the creators of the Far & Wild Art Gallery in Perranporth, comes an exciting new addition to St Ives’ arts community. Livingstone St Ives is an independent gallery exhibiting and sourcing contemporary art associated with Cornwall’s past, present and future. The Gallery has very recently opened its doors with an array of established and high regarded artists such as Jeremy Annear, Matthew Dixon, Henrietta Dubrey, Kerry Harding, Alasdair Lindsay, Philip Lyons, Janet Lynch and John Maltby. For more information take a look at their Instagram @livingstonestives or www.livingstonestives.co.uk.
SHARON MCSWINEY
Sharon McSwiney has been a full time professional designer maker for almost 30 years. Living and working in St Ives she produces a varied body of work including silver jewellery, unique wall sculptures & framed metalwork pieces. Primarily inspired by the Cornish coast, texture & surface pattern are her passion. She combines copper & brass to create colour contrasts then utilises etching, embossing & hammering to create unique surfaces. Sharon’s one-off wall pieces feature seaweed & sea creatures with soft verdigris finishes. Local beach combing provides endless inspiration for limpet & seaweed jewellery which evoke the Cornish coastline. Sharon McSwiney Unit 7, The Drill Hall, Chapel Street, St Ives TR26 2LR
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Lizard Art Autumn exhibition and book
Following a successful turnout of visitors to Lizard Art’s stunning gallery space in the enchanting grounds of Trelowarren Estate over the belated summer season, members of the gallery are now delighted to be well into the throws of their ‘Autumn exhibition’, on show until 1st November from Wednesday to Sunday 11am – 3pm. The Lizard Art season will then conclude with the annual ‘Little Picture Show’, a firm favourite in the gallery’s calendar year. This intimate exhibition of small works, from woodcuts and watercolours to seascapes and still life, makes for a perfect one-stop-shop for special Christmas gifts, with Giclee prints, cards, jewellery and sculpture for sale alongside original paintings. The cooperative’s new illustrated book ‘Lizard Uncovered’ is also for sale at the gallery, and features a compilation of images and words from each of the current Lizard Art members. The ‘Little Picture Show’ will be available from Saturday 7th - 22nd November 11am3pm excluding Mondays and Tuesdays. www.lizardart.co.uk
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Porthminster Gallery moved
The Porthminster Gallery, St Ives has moved from its quayside location to the heart of the historic town, close to the Barbara Hepworth Museum. Porthminster Gallery in St Ives has been at Westcott’s Quay since 2010. The owners David Durham and Dee Bray-Calvert are now pleased to announce that since mid-September the gallery now occupies the former premises of the Belgrave St Ives gallery at 22 Fore Street, St Ives. From its new central location, Porthminster Gallery looks forward to welcoming visiting art buyers and collectors in the near future. For further information, please contact the gallery manager Sarah Frost on 01736 795888, or by email info@porthminstergallery.co.uk www.porthminstergallery.co.uk
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Rachel Stowe new to Cowhouse Gallery
Rachel Stowe Becomes the Latest Artist to Join the Cowhouse Gallery Collective. Rachel’s work showcases unique hand painted and printed silk and velvet accessories. She specialises in layering various techniques including devore dye reduction, wax resist, screen printing and hand painting, stripping the cloth and adding further colours creating sumptuous fabrics. Rachel also makes a range of hand dyed and hand printed aluminium and sterling silver jewellery which pay homage to the colours and patterns of nature. The Cowhouse is an artist run collective situated in the picturesque coastal village of Perranuthnoe. Open daily, they display a wide range of arts and crafts by their members. Visit www.cowhousegallery. co.uk/ for a full list of members.
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Jackson Foundation
A Prehistoric Cornwall, the latest awe-inspiring exhibition from Kurt Jackson, arguably one of Britain’s most celebrated living landscape painters is now open to the public. This body of work sees Jackson visit the relics of prehistoric Cornwall, capturing the county’s extraordinary range of ancient monuments with a new series of paintings and sculpture. The landscape is full of these sites, some are obvious and picturesque - a stone circle - while others are hidden and overlooked, cut-off and smothered by dualcarriageways, roundabouts and car dealerships. All of these sites are an important and integral part of the Cornish landscape and its culture. A Prehistoric Cornwall is open Wednesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm until November 7th at the Jackson Foundation, St Just, Cornwall. Beyond this date, please check website for opening times. l www.jacksonfoundationgallery. com T: 01736 787638
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Poly Pinch Pots - Poly Pottery Box
The Poly Pottery Box contains everything needed to make a pinch pot, a simple form of handmade pottery perfect for making bowls, planters and pots. Each box features 1kg of premium air-dry clay in a resealable bag, step by step worksheet, pottery toolkit and sponge, white acrylic paint and gloss sealant and two paintbrushes. Ideal for rainy afternoons indoors. To buy search for the Poly Pottery Box at www.thepoly.savoysystems.co.uk
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Roger Curtis at Customs House Gallery
Having been previously postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, the Customs House Gallery in Porthleven are pleased to announce that their exhibition showcasing the atmospheric works of Roger Curtis is finally ready to grace the gallery walls this October. From Saturday 10th to Monday 19th October, works from landscape artist Roger Curtis will be on display to view. Roger’s ability to capture the delicate essence of each place he paints makes for some truly atmospheric and captivating works, his home town of Newlyn offers an idyllic source of inspiration and Roger can regularly be found creating his masterpieces outside ‘en plein air’, whether it’s of Porthleven’s picturesque harbour or sweeping views across the south coast. Roger Curtis at The Customs House Gallery will be on show from 10th – 19th October. The gallery is part of the Own Art Scheme and more details about Roger and his work can be found at www.cornwall-art. co.uk
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EXCLUSIVE TATE ST IVES From October, the UK’s largest exhibition to date by celebrated South Korean artist Haegue Yang will be showing at The Tate St Ives. This exhibition will bring together Haegue’s new and existing work in the forms of installations, drawings, sculptures and paintings. Haegue uses a diverse range of materials with St Ives, the broader Cornish landscape and ancient archaeological heritage at the heart of her inspiration. This is the first exhibition to take place across both the award-winning new top-lit gallery in the new building and the sea-facing gallery in the original building. For more information or to book tickets visit www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-st-ives
BACK ROAD ARTWORKS Back Road Artworks was established in 2012 by a group of artists living in West Cornwall who were looking to paint & exhibit together in one space. Located in the historic Downalong area of St Ives, this unique gallery is a large & inviting gallery and working studio space where currently seven local artists exhibit a wide range of contemporary paintings, prints, jewellery, metalwork & mixed media work. The artists include Susan Barraclough, Jenny Frey, John Greig, Kathryn Loveluck, Sally MacCabe, Sharon McSwiney & Karen Taffinder. Open most days throughout the year.
Back Road Artworks, Back Road East, St Ives TR26 2NW T: 01736 791571 E:: brartworksltd@gmail.com BackRoadArtworks backroadartworks
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ART HOUSE GALLERY Spirit, style, flourish, flair; that’s what you’ll find at Art House Gallery along with unique fine art of the highest quality. The gallery owner has studied the history of fine art with leading art scholars at Harvard. She and her team share their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm and interest. Always on the lookout for new talent, Art House Gallery features a diverse mix of mediums, blending representational and abstract
styles. The exhibition evolves all season with fresh and dynamic work from more than 20 of the most respected artists working in Cornwall today. Art House Gallery is now considered one of the best galleries in Cornwall. Please check out Facebook for the gallery’s latest news. Opening times are variable Private views are available.
Art House Gallery, Island Square, St Ives, TR26 1NT T: 01736 794423 M: 07512 978 730 E: theahgallery@gmail.com W: www.thearthouses.com Art House St. Ives Top left: Neil Hetherington oil Setting Up. Top middle: Trace Goldsmith acrylic Rhythm and Ripples. Top right: Geoff Smith oil Autumn St Ives. Bottom left: Keran Gilmore acrylic Morning Light., St Ives. Bottom Middle: David French acrylic Harbour Mooring. Bottom Left: Joe Armstrong oil St. Ives Rooftops
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DAVID GRAY Blending his love of art with a career in industrial engineering, David Gray has always had a methodical edge to his work. With a history of metal, mechanics and technology behind him, his passion for nautical themes are heavily present in his artwork. “I’ve always had a love of boats,” David explains, “if the tide is in with turquoise water, you get reflections and shadows, if the tide is out the boats lean over as if they are drunk on the sand. The boat’s colours, buoys, fishing nets and fishermen are all a pure joy to paint. As a child in the 1960’s I used to have the Eagle comic every week. The artwork was fantastic, and the centre page spread was a cutaway drawing of a ship, plane, lorry or anything mechanical, which I studied on how they were constructed.” David began a career in technical drawing, from sketching parts for car manuals to boat construction designs. In 1979, David made the decision to live in the West Country. His first stop was a summer in St Ives, “I was very inspired by the artist Ben Maile, who had his shop and studio there, he used the paint in a very loose way. I used to spend time around the harbour sketching boats and selling pen and ink sketchings to people passing by.”
31 LOVEGOODS ART & GLASS GALLERY Lovegoods Art & Glass Gallery is a small family run gallery in the center of the mining town of Camborne. They promote established and new artists specialising in paintings, fused and blown glass. For a relaxed chat and to view the art work, feel free to visit glass artist Lesley Clarke and Jo between 10-4pm Mon - Sat.
Working in the marine industry for many years in boat construction design, it wasn’t until the late 90’s when David finally started to tutor Creative Art Classes at Truro Arts School and run his own classes. Today, as a full-time artist, David creates beautiful paintings full of light, reflection and atmosphere, all still incorporating his love for construction and boats. David describes his style as loosely realistic, slightly abstract and with quirky boats. From moody, misty harbour scenes to bright colourful harbours that look as if they’ve just passed a bought of rain, David’s work evokes a real sense of place and emotion and offers a unique blend between two very different worlds, to create a piece of art that is totally original. David’s work is available to view and buy in the Customs House gallery, Porthleven, www.cornwall-art.co.uk Check out where else he exhibits his work at www.davidgray-artist.co.uk
Lovegoods Art & Glass Gallery 65 Trelowarren Street, Camborne Cornwall, TR148AL T: 01209 697160 W: www.lovegoodsgallery.com E: Elsalovegoods@gmail.com Lovegoods Lovegoods_Art_Glass_Gallery
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EXCLUSIVE KROWJI The largest hub in Cornwall dedicated to providing studios and workspaces to creative businesses, Krowji resides in Redruth’s upcycled grammar school and has been working hard to grow a central organisation for Cornwall’s creative communities since 2005. In 2015, the opened a new, state of the art eco building and this year have been expanding once more in their Phase 2 development stage to offer even more studio places to Cornwall’s creative entrepreneurs. A home for all manner of artist, from painters and potters to textile artists, theatre companies, musicians, art groups, graphic designers and software creators, the hub is also home to a number of heritage and creative agencies such as Cornwall 365, Creative Kernow, Carn to Cove and many more. To find out more and keep up to date with events, activities and studio spaces, visit www.krowji.org.uk
SUSY WARD CERAMICS Studio pottery workshops. The options available are varied and exciting. Wheel throwing, hand building, slip casting and of course tile making. Above, we see two wheel thrown and altered stoneware dishes and a set of three porcelain nesting bowls with cobalt markings. Taster sessions are a good way to spend a half day whilst a block of 20 hours can be taken over 7 days or spread
over several weeks. “I welcome visitors and am always happy to discuss upcoming events, commissions or my passion for glazes” G10 Percy Williams Building, Krowji, West Park, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 3AJ T: 01209 254897 E: susywardg10@yahoo.com
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TRUDIE MOORE Trudie Moore’s contemporary abstract paintings explore the tension created by control and restraint and the contrast with freedom in the painting process. Her current paintings have luminous fields of colour, transparencies and opacities that act as both a visual and an actual layer over one another, and which are layers upon the surface layer of the canvas. She works in clean, bright colours and fluorescents which
allow her to achieve a fresh and pure lightness which lifts the viewer. She has fine art paintings for sale, offers commissions for your home or business and undertakes collaboration projects. Krowji, Redruth T: 07890 386554 E: trudie@trudiemoore.co.uk W: www.trudiemoore.co.uk TrudieMooreAbstractPaintings trudie_moore_artist
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EXCLUSIVE SURFERS AGAINST SEWAGE Based in the creative hub of Wheal Kitty at St Agnes; home to local sustainable clothing brands, board shapers and foodie pioneers, the Surfer Against Sewage HQ also call this innovative place their home. On site is their exciting store, a home for organically sourced and made gifts, upcycled and recycled creations and not a plastic package in sight. From artistically designed tees to tote bags and contemporary art prints, everything here champions their Generation Sea movement and the ultimate goal in keeping our oceans and environments clean and protected for future generations. www.surfersagainstsewage. teemill.com Wheal Kitty Workshops, St Agnes, Cornwall, TR5 0RD
JO POLACK STUDIO GALLERY A refreshing chance to experience working studio and beautiful gallery combined. Feel instantly welcomed by the artist to explore walls of vibrant underwater cliff faces singing with anemone and coral. Iridescent mackerel, detailed seaweed studies and ‘invisible oceans’; her latest plankton series, are expertly stitched into contemporary hangings and framed art. Prints, cards, gifts compliment originals. Jo swims and roams rockpools in nearby coves, collaborates with marine ecologists, environmental groups, historians bringing hidden gems to the surface through her unusual, playful techniques. In addition to marine themes her signature hummingbird eco-
sculptures hang, ‘Stitch Maps’ explore sense of place, 3D textiles celebrate Cornish woodland. Guest artists exhibit too. Doodle in the Creative Courtyard. Explore St Agnes’ stunning scenery and eateries. During 2020 email, call, message or check facebook page for opening times in response to Coronavirus. Please contact for details about mail order and local delivery. Jo Polack Studio Gallery, Peterville, St Agnes, TR5 0QU T: 07713945680 E: jopolack@hotmail.com W: www.jopolack.co.uk jopolack @jopolack1 @JoPolack
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CELIA CREEPER Celia can be found most days painting in her studio gallery, which is through the courtyard of Churchtown Arts in St. Agnes, and is open all year round. Her art is heavily influenced by her love of the Cornish landscape, harbours and coves. She paints in a variety of mediums and styles - large, bright, bold canvases in oils, together with more traditional, delicate watercolours. From these a selection of prints and cards are available. She also creates an ever increasing collection of affordable poster art and lino prints, printed in an array of colours, on a variety of handmade papers. A selection of locally made driftwood and wood turned artefacts also compliment this well stocked gallery. A picture framing service is also available from The Loft Studio.
CARLA J Opening times: Mon,Tues,Thurs, Fri, Sat 10 - 5pm. If you wish to make an appointment and avoid queuing, please phone 01872 857198 to arrange. The Loft Studio, Churchtown Arts 5 Churchtown, St. Agnes, TR5 0QW T: 0753143940/ 01872 857198 W: www.celiacreeper.co.uk Top: Porthtowan ii, painted in oil on canvas. Middle: View from the Beacon across to St Agnes. Bottom: Through the Heather to Wheal Coates.
A collection of paintings, prints and gifts especially for bird and nature lovers. Carla is obsessed with patterns found in the local hedgerows and incorporates these into her mixed media paintings to add intrigue. Her work is inspired by her passion for preserving nature and is designed to bring the beauty and calm of nature into your home. Please contact Carla if you’d like to visit her garden studio. T: 07425139791 W: www.carlaj.co.uk E: hello@carlaj.co.uk Instagram - @carlajart CarlaJBirdArt
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TRURO Truro, the county’s capital, is home to the stunning Truro cathedral which is surrounded by ancient, cobbled and narrow streets providing us with retail therapy and foodie delights. The city is surrounded by parks, greenery, and the river, and of course there’s an array of art galleries, the Royal Cornwall Museum, and the newly renovated Hall for Cornwall, to keep any art enthusiast entertained.
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Inspired by the beauty of her birthplace, Sarah’s artworks represent her love of the wild coastal landscapes of Cornwall. You can visit Sarah in her studio gallery in Truro where you can buy art products that include original Cornish oil paintings, prints and greeting cards. Studio at Princes House, Princes St, Truro. TR1 2ES W: www.saraheddyart.com E: info@saraheddyart.com M: 07507174025 Top: The buttercups, Trelissick; Below: Walking up the hill, St Agnes Beacon; Right: Fresh Air’ Perranporth.
Due to Covid 19, and following the Government’s, Health guidelines, all studio’s at Princes House are booking appointment’s only to help keep lots of space free and help everyone stay safe. Please call or if you’re passing ring the doorbell. Sarah looks forward to seeing you.
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TRURO & PENWITH COLLEGE Art and design students from the Ofsted Outstanding Truro and Penwith College always look forward to their spring and summer exhibitions, which are now into their 15th year. Whilst this year is no exception, students and staff had to get creative to adapt to the lockdown restrictions, but the result - the College’s first-ever online exhibition – has been well worth the wait. This year’s exhibition, entitled ‘Vision 20/20’, celebrates the final projects created by talented and innovative second year Art and Design students, from both Truro and Penwith
Colleges, and the first year Art and Design students from Truro College, as well as adult part time learners. On its opening day, the online exhibition welcomed over 1,000 virtual visitors to its ten different galleries, showcasing work from courses including fine art, silversmithing, product design, textiles and ceramics. The online exhibition, which can now be viewed anywhere in the world, is not only a celebration of the student’s work but is also a great way to get an insight into the breadth of courses available at the College, from part-time and leisure courses to
A Levels, and Diplomas; there are options to suit all ages and abilities. Vision 20/20 is now open for entry online, all you need to do is sit down with a cup of coffee and enjoy the show. Follow the College’s social media for more information or visit www.truropenwith.ac.uk/events to access Vision 20/20. Top: Robert Woolcock watercolour for beginners with Judi Trevorrow; Left: Tansy Coombs; Right: Aurora Candy Art.
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TRELISSICK GALLERY Trelissick Gallery re-opened on the 1st August with a wonderfully vibrant and fresh exhibition. This exhibition includes beautiful textiles by Claire Armitage, stunning new ceramics by Paula Downing and Jackie Clark and a wonderful fresh collection of jewellery by Lucy Spink.
Trelissick Gallery Trelissick Gallery, Trelissick, Feock, Truro, Cornwall TR3 6QL Daily: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
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A GLIMPSE AT... ALFRED WALLIS 1855-1942 Born in 1855 in Penzance, Alfred Wallis didn’t discover painting until he was 70 years of age. Originally, Wallis spend most of his life working as a fisherman; his talents for painting weren’t discovered until 1928 by fellow artists Christopher Wood and Ben Nicholson. By then, Wallis was a rag and bone merchant, with little money to his name let along reputation as a renowned painter. However, Alfred’s memories of deepsea fishing boats no longer in use, as well as his direct, naïve approach to painting, impressed and inspired Nicholson and Wood and the three soon became close friends. It was this friendship that helped catapult Wallis into the league of painters who were seen as the best in Britain at the time, and whose legacy still stands today. When asked why he painted, Wallis’ response was to ‘keep himself company’. In 1876, Wallis had married Susan Ward, the love of his life. At the time, Wallis was just 20 years old, whilst Susan was 41. Wallis became stepfather to her five children and continued to work as a deep-sea fisherman in the early day so his. Marriage, mostly in the North Atlantic between Penzance and Newfoundland. Sadly, during this time, two of Alfred’s infant children died, after which he switched to local fishing in Penzance. In 1922, Susan Wallis died. Whenever Wallis felt lonely, he would paint, purely because he wanted to. The naïve term used for his work derives from this practice, as Wallis had never had any training or art lessons and was entirely self-taught. Whilst Alfred Wallis never became a rich man, even from his time painting, he did become part of a legacy that is still remembered today. Mostly, Wallis reminds us of a man that proves it is never too late to try anything new, simply for the fun of trying it. You can see some of Wallis’s artwork at Tate St Ives. Image caption: Penzance Harbour Entrance, Cornwall Council Schools Collection
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GEMMA LESSINGER Newquay based Gemma Lessinger’s paintings are characterised by their myriad of colours and textured movements capturing aerial views of the Cornish shoreline. Texture is Gemma’s signature, using sea salt in acrylic paint to build depth and movement to iconic wave breaks and beach locations. Select original artworks and framed prints available to view and purchase at St Mawes Gallery. All other pieces available direct from her website. Commissions and other bespoke projects welcome, please contact Gemma via email to discuss. Gemma Lessinger W: gemmalessinger.com T: 07762 307941 E: gemmalessingerart@gmail.com Pinterest: @gemmalessingerart
CREATE GALLERY & DESIGN STORE Create Gallery is perched on a cliff top above Mawgan Porth Beach, a secret nestled inside the Bedruthan Hotel. The spaces around the hotel are the walls of the gallery and home to original art for individuals. Inspired by Scandinavian style and simplicity, the art gallery sits alongside a design shop with a twist, full of gifts and home wares that you’ll want to take home with you. Next to the gallery is the Wild Café Bakery, the place for sourdough loaves, freshly baked deli goods, great coffee and tempting patisserie from breakfast through to dinner, so you won’t go hungry whilst browsing. If you’ve got plenty of time on your hands, a must visit is the spa where you can enjoy treatments or time using the spa garden facilities – you’ll have to book though, so call us first.
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WHITEWATER GALLERY Situated at the heart of Polzeath, Whitewater Gallery is one of the foremost destinations for collectors of contemporary Cornish Art. Its newly extended gallery space is dedicated to original painting and the very best in contemporary craft, with an ever changing mix of oils, watercolours, photography, ceramics, glassworks, sculpture and handmade print. This autumn the gallery
continues its series of monthly Featured Artists exhibitions. October sees Peter Turnbull’s paintings which cover subjects from interiors and their inherent suggestions of human relationships, to powerful, elemental landscapes. Suki Wapshott’s new collection in November includes paintings inspired by the poems that resonated with her during lockdown. The 2020 programme concludes with
an exhibition of 20 etchings by Sarah Seddon set in the garden allotment, based on the satirical caricatures of Goya’s Los Caprichos. Open seven days a week, 10am to 5.30pm. Whitewater Gallery, The Parade, Polzeath, Cornwall, PL27 6SR T: 01208 869301 E: art@whitewatergallery.co.uk W: www.whitewatergallery.co.uk
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Cliffside Gallery, Port Isaac is the working studio gallery of Katie Childs and is open all year round. Set at the top of the village, the walls display and ever changing exhibition of Katie’s work, inspired by the coastline. Her stunning Original oil pastels are showcased alongside limited editions, bespoke fabrics, blinds, cushions and range of homewares from her collection, and there is always something new to be seen on her drawing board. Opening Times: Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday - Sunday 10am - 2pm Cliffside Gallery 2 The Terrace, Port Isaac, Cornwall, PL29 3SG T: 01208 880988 E: katie@cliffsidegallery.com W: www.cliffsidegallery.com
ZEATH GALLERY Have you discovered this hidden gem of an art gallery overlooking the famous North Cornwall surfing beach of Polzeath? Packed with an extensive range of two and three-dimensional art there is something in Zeath Gallery to suit all tastes. Striking sunscapes and evocative seascapes, original silver jewellery and distinctive hand-thrown stoneware ceramics, all created by local artists. A visit to Zeath makes a pleasant interlude with the
opportunity to talk with one of the artists about their work, before rounding off the visit with a delicious coffee upstairs at the Tubestation. Try not to miss it. Opening times: 10.30-4pm Tuesday-Saturday, April - October, plus occasional Mondays. Zeath Gallery, Tubestation, Trebetherick Hill, Polzeath, PL27 6TB. T: 01208 869200 zeathgallerypolzeath zeathgallery W: www.tubestation.org/art-gallery
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CASTLE BUDE Overlooking the stunning Summerleaze beach in Bude, the light and airy galleries at The Castle host a regularly changing exhibition programme showcasing the talents of local West Country artists, crafts people and community groups. The Willoughby Gallery is building a reputation for quality exhibitions that are both inspirational and enjoyable. Situated within the Grade II listed Castle is Café Limelight, serving drinks, light lunches and cakes daily throughout the year. The Café enjoys panoramic views from the conservatory room towards Bude Canal, the harbour and right out to the Atlantic Ocean. For more information, visit www.thecastlebude.co.uk or check out our Facebook page for regular updates.
Open 10-4pm, free admission The Castle, Bude Cornwall, EX23 8LG T: 01288 357300 The Castle is a Covid-secure site.
On the north coast of Cornwall Sue’s barn studio is just outside of Bude. Cool contemporary seascapes in oils and acrylics on board canvas and aluminium. Coastal views, wave and beach studies. Sue’s work is vibrant and full of movement. Make a visit to Sue’s working studio and gallery where she loves to talk about her art. Please contact her first by email or phone. Commissions and large scale canvas prints for individuals, hotels and interior designers also available.
The Mill Barn, Wooda Farm, Poughill , Bude EX23 9HJ T 07935100950 E suereadart@gmail.com W: www.sueread.co.uk suereadart
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ZEBEDIAH’S ART AND CRAFT COLLECTIVE Zebediah’s Art and Craft Collective at 5 Church Street has now been running successfully more than 3 years and has become an attractive addition to the town. It’s also a positive example of what can be achieved when a group of people co-operate and work together. There is a monthly featured artist wall where they invite a local artist to exhibit in their gallery room and one month per year they invite budding artists from 8-16 yrs to exhibit and even sell their handmade crafts and let them enjoy being part of this creative setting. Above: ‘Light’ Oil on Board by Richard Hudson Opening times. Mon-Sat 10-5 August and December Sundays as well T: 01566 249305 E: zebediahsart@gmail.com W: zebediahs.wixsite.com/art-and-craft Zebediahs5
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Marine life is a constant source of inspiration for Claudia: She lives on the coast and is married to a fisherman, the colour and character of the daily catch is an aspect of Cornish life that she lives and breathes. Giving new life to old surfboards destined for landfill, is a fresh concept for her art - like fish, surfboards are shaped for ease of movement through water so it seems a natural partnership to explore creatively. Using multiple layers of colour and texture, she employs original techniques to create distinctive pieces of art that make a dramatic statement as a single piece or, as a collective ‘shoal’. Examples of her work can be seen at her gallery by appointment only, or at The Beach Hut, Watergate. E: claudiahocking@mail.co.uk
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A GREAT ESCAPE ART Stuart Law is a painter, textile designer and printer. He is a member of the East Cornwall Society of Artists who exhibit from the Ebenezer Gallery, Polperro. His own company, ‘A Great Escape Art’, exhibits across the county and has its own web gallery and online shop. Stuart’s themes are wide ranging including rivers and woodlands, coastal scenes, the moors and flowers. His website includes acrylic and watercolour paintings, limited edition silk scarves, Gyotaku fish monoprints, lino cuts, mugs, coasters, greetings cards, archival watercolour paper and canvas prints & demonstration videos. Commissions are also available. For exhibition dates please see the website. W: agreatescapeart.net T: 07544703540 agreatescapeart agreatescapeart Pinterest: Stuart Law, A Great Escape Art
LOSTWITHIEL A picturesque and ancient stannary town situated in a wooded valley, Lostwithiel’s architecture, historical sites and reputation as Cornwall’s capital for antique gems and vintage goods makes it the perfect off the beaten track destination to discover a wealth of Cornish history. From the stunning ruins of Restormel Castle (which will be open from early August, with a ticket booking system and reduced capacity) to enjoying views of the river from the iconic Tudor Bridge, Lostwithiel’s vibrant local community and stunning features makes this one of Cornwall’s ultimate creative corners.
MEET THE MAKER
Like the unstoppable motions of decay, erosion and growth, everything Lynne Speake does evolves organically. Taking her inspirations from the natural world’s ever-changing processes, Lynne’s ceramics and sculptural jewellery have an ethereal ruggedness to them, bringing together delicate ceramic forms with rich earth textures and colours. Lynne’s ceramic work manifests itself in two factions. Firstly, is Precious Collective, an online Instagram group that brings together art jewellery. With wearable sculptures one of Lynne’s key crafts, she wanted to create a presence in Cornwall for likeminded makers, but Lynne soon discovered a vast array of talented craftspeople working in the field. Precious Collective now has 200 members worldwide and over 10,000 followers. The group recently opened their third group show, exhibiting in Lille, France. “My [normally] large wearable sculptures are created from all the things I find when walking my dogs and also in Gweek boatyard where I live on our 100-year-old Looe Lugger. I love making these recycled statement piece and initially I used porcelain paperclay as a central element.” It was through her love of creating wearable art, that Lynne soon found her second creative outlet, Fragile Earth Ceramics. “During a mentoring scheme with artist Zoe Robertson at Cultivator Cornwall, I realised that I loved working with porcelain paperclay,” Lynne explains, “so it seemed a natural progression for the ceramics to become pieces in their own right. I still do combine them into the art jewellery, but this is becoming less of an occurrence.”
LYNNE SPEAKE Finding the forgiving nature of porcelain pipeclay advantageous to her delicately inclined designs, Lynne is able to create thin, intricate works that are both sturdy and stable. “When I’m working on surface decoration, I enter into a totally immersive state…” Lynne says. “I am totally absorbed by the textures, the marks, the shapes and to some degree the colour, although it’s strange as I’m a big fan of colour, but with my ceramics I have a very strong desire to restrict my palette to black, which and grey – the brown in the pieces comes out during firing. “Individual pieces determine how they want to be, they have their own spirit, sometimes it’s a bit sad when something that was starting to look extra striking breaks after many hours of working, but that doesn’t seem to happen too often and I feel that what emerges is always meant to be.” As Lynne continues to balance two disciplines, she regularly returns to painting, her newfound textures and influences coming together to create a cohesive style that allows each piece to sing in individuality, “I really can’t do work that is a production line of identical pieces – I am always trying to seek out new adventures and ways of working – keeping everything fresh. So, it is a total love of the making process and going on new journeys with my materials that drives me onwards.”
You can find out more at www.lynnespeake.com/ fragileearthceramics
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EXCLUSIVE THE SHIPWRECK TREASURE MUSEUM An integral part of Charlestown’s heritage and history is the Shipwreck Treasure Museum, which holds over 8,000 treasures from 150 shipwrecks, one of the largest private collections of shipwreck artefacts in Europe. Set in this historic and atmospheric harbour, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its own right, a visit to this recently re-opened centre offers an abundance of fascinating and captivating discoveries. Having re-opened their doors on July 4th, the site will be operating a one-way system to allow easy navigation for its visitors and social distancing. For more information, opening times and prices, visit www. shipwreckcharlestown. co.uk
THE OLD WORKSHOP The Old Workshop is a wonderful historic building situated next to the main car park at Charlestown near St Austell. Converted from an old gunpowder store, after extensive refurbishment, it houses three very interesting businesses. ‘The Craft Kiln’ is a showcase for Cornish Crafts, where you can meet the makers and purchase a unique handmade gift. ‘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 photographic print. ‘Sail Loft Emporium’ houses a fine array of antiques, collectables, vintage and retro items. Around 50 cabinets and stalls all under one roof. Please see website for this year’s opening hours The Old Workshop, Charlestown Road, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3NJ T: 01726 66639 E: mail@cscapeart.co.uk W: www.theoldworkshopcharlestown.co.uk Top: The Old Workshop, Charlestown Left: Ceramics by Brenda Downing Right: ‘Crosswind Sailing’ by Sarah Blakey.
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EXCLUSIVE EDEN PROJECT ART MAP
MID-CORNWALL GALLERIES Mid-Cornwall Galleries was established in 1980 and is one of the largest and most respected retailers of contemporary arts and crafts in the West Country. Housed in a former Victorian school and located on the A390 east of St Austell, it’s just a stone’s throw from the Eden Project, Charlestown and Fowey. You’ll find outstanding paintings, etchings, ceramics, hand blown glass, jewellery, woodwork, prints and metalwork as well as many other wonderfully made pieces. They also stock a large selection of cards and gift wrap. Visit them today to purchase some of the finest original artwork in the country!
Open: Monday to Saturday. Wheelchair access on request. Mid-Cornwall Galleries St Blazey Gate Par, PL24 2EF T: 01726 812131 E: info@midcornwallgalleries.co.uk W: www.midcornwallgalleries.co.uk MidCornwallGalleries midcornwallgalleries MidCornwallGall Top: Polridmouth Cove, Lucy Davies Bottom left: Bouquet, John Maltby Bottom right: Black Headed Gull, Dean Patman
World-renowned Eden Project is certainly a must-visit, for both locals and visitors alike, as well as the stunning biomes to explore, it has also become an established host to many national and international artists across its 30 acre site, there’s plenty of room for a broad range of installations. The Eden Project has created an Art Guide and map of the estate so you can spend a whole day perusing the residents’ work. You can download the guide before you go from the website. Remember to book in advance at the moment, as limited tickets are available each day. Visit www.edenproject.com for opening hours and to book tickets.
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ATISHOO GALLERY Atishoo Gallery in Charlestown has an eclectic mix of original art, ceramics, prints, glassware, cards and homewares, all designed and made in the UK. The gallery is run by Liz Hackney and Paul Clark who both exhibit their own artwork as well as running a busy onsite picture framing workshop. Everything in the gallery and gift shop is also available on the Atishoo Gallery website. You can find Atishoo Gallery just up the hill from the historic Charlestown Harbour, in a pretty courtyard opposite the old Methodist Chapel. Opening times: Tues-Sat 10- 4pm.
71 Charlestown Road, Charlestown, St. Austell, PL25 3NL. T: 01726 65900 W: www.atishoogallery.co.uk
