Artists

After studying Fashion & Textiles at Leicester Polytechnic (as was), specializing in Footwear Design, I graduated with immaculate timing just as the British footwear industry moved the majority of production abroad. I worked as a shoe designer for a short…

I was born in Southampton but it wasn’t until I moved to Bridport that I really took off as an artist. I have won several awards including the ‘Kieth cast cup’. I have taught art at various locations and have…

The first art prize I won was at primary school. It was a book called ‘Sketching Out of Doors’ by Leonard Richmond. It’s the only prize I’ve ever won. It’s something I still enjoy doing today! Usually when I’m settled…

I am a designer in textile practices, an animal lover, a creative business owner and a lucky and happy partner to another creative soul and photographer. I believe in creative networking, conversation and communication, sharing creative knowledge, work in the…

I began painting with oils as a self-taught artist in my late teens, and then honed my drawing skills while reading Zoology in 1967 – 70, having to produce very accurate drawings of specimens and dissections. My satisfaction in this…

I am from a family of artists originating in the far west of Cornwall. I lived in Tavistock for many years and, although I still work there, I now live in Plymouth. I’m inspired by the land and seascapes around…