Very Important Piece: Cowhouse Gallery

A TRIBUTE TO ARTIST KATHARINE MAIR (1938 – 2022)

at the Cowhouse Gallery, Perranuthnoe

Born in Letchworth, Hertfordshire in 1938, Katharine Mair studied psychology at Reading University followed by a diploma in clinical psychology at the Maudsley Hospital London. She worked in that profession for some years, and only began to paint in a serious way during her first marriage, bringing up three children in the Scottish Borders.

Katharine's painting career advanced upon moving to Cornwall in 1998 with her second husband, John. They settled in Penzance, where she joined a small group of artists in the coastal village of Perranuthnoe. Katharine became an active member of the Cowhouse Gallery; her much-loved paintings a notable feature adorning its walls.

Katharine loved Cornwall and immersed herself in her art, painting everything from figurative to landscapes, coastal views to townscapes. Her method was to start her oil paintings 'en plein-air', taking the work back to her studio to complete in her bold style. the development of the gallery as a collective. She became chair more than once, and took on a variety of significant roles right up until her death in February 2022. During her membership, the Cowhouse went from strength to strength and now showcases the work of 15 members and 10 guest artists, in multiple disciplines.

Katharine was a prolific painter and had successful exhibitions in Penzance, St Ives and Redruth but will be remembered with admiration and gratitude for her involvement and commitment to the Cowhouse Gallery, Perranuthnoe. A retrospective exhibition of her work is planned for early 2023 at the Daisy Laing Gallery in Penzance.

The Cowhouse Gallery, Lynfield Craft Centre, Perranuthnoe, TR20 9NE T: 01736 710538 www.cowhousegallery.co.uk

CREATIVE & CULTURAL LIVING

COWHOUSE GALLERY

The gallery is run by a group of local artists and craftspeople and offers a wide range of original arts and crafts at very affordable prices. A stroll away is Perranuthnoe Cove with breathtaking coastal walks looking towards St Michael’s Mount in one direction and to Prussia Cove the other.

Left: Handmade ceramic pot by Sara Taylor Right: Across the Bay, acrylic on board by Linda Craig Open daily, Summer hours 10 - 5, Winter hours 11 - 4. Lynfield Craft Centre, Perranuthnoe TR20 9NE T: 01736 710538 • www.cowhousegallery.co.uk

Discover Circa 21, a wonderfully creative shop in the heart of Penzance & established in 2014 by Esme & Alan Burton. Spread over two floors, you’ll find work from some of the region’s top potters like John Webb & Lincoln Kirby-Bell. West Penwith is bursting with originality and Esme has captured some of this talent for you to admire and fall in love with. In amongst the Fair Trade homeware are around 30 Cornwall based makers, including owner Esme’s pretty floral silver & copper jewellery that she makes in house. Feel inspired by a colourful and creative shopping experience this autumn. SALE ON SELECTED ITEMS throughout October in store and online. Why not subscribe on line to be the first to hear news and offers.

CIRCA 21, 21 Market Jew Street, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2HR • Open 10am-4pm (closed Sundays & Bank Holiday Mondays) Instagram: circa21pz • www.circa21.co.uk

INSPIRE MAKERS

Located towards the top of Falmouth High Street, Inspire Makers is a creative space showcasing the talent of over 50 Cornish artists and craftspeople. There is a wide range of contemporary work from both wellknown and emerging makers, across jewellery, ceramics, textiles, painting & prints, stationery, and homewares. There is also a pop-up gallery which hosts a year round programme of short exhibitions by Cornish artists, and a dedicated workshop space which offers classes to inspire people to become creative themselves. Check our website for details on what’s coming up. Opening Times: Tues to Sat 10am-5pm Inspire Makers, 5 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AB • T: 01326 531176 E: create@inspiremakers.com • W: www.inspiremakers.com A @inspire_makers • G inspiremakers

JACKSON FOUNDATION

KURT JACKSON: HELFORD RIVER Until February 2023. In this new collection Kurt Jackson revisits the Helford River, its creeks and tributaries reveal stunning beauty and incredible biodiversity.

ANDER GUNN: SEVEN DECADES Until February 2023. Photographer Ander Gunn has spent a lifetime turning his lens to the world, from working class Londoners to the brightest lights of the St Ives School. This exhibition of black and white images reflects his output over the last 70 years to offer a small sample of his portrait, landscape and street photography. MARTIN JOHN FOWLER

Martin John Fowler is a professional working artist based in South Yorkshire with strong connections to Cornwall. Displaying in several local galleries, Martin’s work looks to capture Cornwall’s rugged and wild coastal areas, often en plein air when possible, and as a result has had his work exhibition both nationally and internationally in solo and mixed exhibitions.

www.martinjohnfowler.com

SHARON MCSWINEY

A bright gallery space showcasing metalwork, silver jewellery & artwork. Inspired by the Cornish coast unique pieces created by Sharon in St Ives.

Sharon McSwiney, Gallery on the Square, 12 Island Square, St Ives TR26 1NX Tel 01736 448293 • www.sharonmcswiney.co.uk

@ The Greenbank Hotel

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