Open Studios, which runs throughout the September Festival, is a unique chance to go behind the scenes with local artists and to explore the spaces where their creations take shape.
Anne Bowsher
The inspiration for Anne’s painting comes from the coastal landscape around St Ives. She uses oil, watercolour, and acrylic mixed media, creating both figurative and semi-abstract paintings.
14th-28th September, from 11am.
Zigzag Cottage, 71 Back Road East, St Ives TR26 1PF
Julie D Cooper
Abstract paintings which have emerged from observations of natural forms and places Julie frequently visits, surrounding her studio in St Ives.
14th-28th September, 11am-4pm.
Blue Haven, 5 St Andrews Street, St Ives TR26 1AH | juliedcooper.co.uk/
Laura Crosland
Wheel-thrown functional pottery, intricately carved with geometric and floral designs. Multiple glazes are used to create rich colours and highlight details.
18th September, 10am-5pm, followed by Gaolyard Studios’ annual cup sale and drinks event, until 7pm. Then 19th-25th September, 10am-4pm.
Gaolyard Studios, Dove Street, St Ives TR26 2LZ | lauracroslandceramics.com/
Camilla Dixon
An installation of two- and three-dimensionl observational and abstract works, in mixed-media including wood, fabric, paint, paper, plastic, and general debris looking for a home.
14th-28th September (except 14th September (afternoon), and 18th, 19th, and 23rd September.
The Guildhall, Attic Suite (second floor), Street-an-Pol, St Ives TR26 2DS | instagram.com/camilladixon1968
Sarah Dunston
Exploring ideas around the half-forgotten memories and images that persist from childhood – perhaps a vintage wallpaper, the stylised narrattive of her mother’s Willow Pattern plates, or the shape of an opened sardine can.
18th September, 10am-5pm, followed by Gaolyard Studios’ annual cup sale and drinks event, until 7pm. Then 19th-25th September, 10am-4pm.
Gaolyard Studios, Dove Street, St Ives TR26 2LZ | sarahdunstan.co.uk/
Diana Forrest (AKA Gazelle)
A show of ‘Process’ works from 2000, from Diana’s arrival from Africa. “My practice is about painting with intuition, passion, colour, imagination, and inspiration from my surroundings,” says Diana. “St Ives is especially inspiring when the sun is rising or setting — it’s spectacular!”
14th-28th September (except 22nd and 23rd), 1pm-6pm.
Garden Studio, The Back Lane of 27 Bedford Road, St Ives TR26 1SP | gazellestivescom.onuniverse.com/
Julie Harper
A porcelain ceramicist producing paintings, bowls, and platters decorated with coastal scenes.
14th-28th September, 11am-4pm, plus evenings (5pm-7pm) on 20th and 21st September.
Studio 6, White’s Old Workshops ,Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | julieharperceramics.co.uk/
Helen Lee
A slipware potter making thrown domestic ware decorated with etched markings and stain brushwork.
18th September, 10am-5pm, followed by Gaolyard Studios’ annual cup sale and drinks event, until 7pm. Then 19th-25th September, 10am-4pm.
Gaolyard Studios, Dove Street, St Ives TR26 2LZ | helenleeceramics.co.uk/
Sally MacCabe
Textured and collaged mixed media paintings, wall hangings, handmade books, and sculptures.
14th-28th September, 11am-4pm, plus evenings (5pm-7pm) on 20th and 21st September.
Studio 1a, White’s Old Workshops ,Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | sallymaccabe.co.uk/
Heather McAlpine
Vibrant paintings inspired by the sea and wild swimming, capturing the unique colour palette of St Ives.
14th, 15th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, and 25th September, 11am-5pm.
Studio 2, White’s Old Workshops, Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | heathermcalpineartist.com/
Anne McCrossan Ceramics
Distinctive thrown and slip cast ceramics in earthenware and stoneware.
18th September, 10am-5pm, followed by Gaolyard Studios’ annual cup sale and drinks event, until 7pm. Then 19th-25th September, 10am-4pm.
Gaolyard Studios, Dove Street, St Ives TR26 2LZ | annemccrossanceramics.com/
Juliet Middleton-Batts
Juliet’s work combines printmaking with collage. She takes monoprints from domestic objects and textiles and layers these with paper ephemera onto canvas panels and found objects. Juliet works from a studio in the front of her home on Bedford Road that she converted from a disused shop.
14th-28th September (except Mondays and Tuesdays), 11am-4pm.
2A Bedford Road, St Ives TR26 1SP | julietmiddletonbatts.com/
David Moore
Working in oil paint, David Creates images that evolve from memories of landscape or subjects that he finds structural and emotive in content.
18th, 21st, 22nd, 25th September, 10am-5pm.
8 Penwith Studios, Porthmeor Road, St Ives
Hani Mroz
Sea- and landcape paintings inspired by West Cornwall.
14th-28th September, 11am-4pm, plus evenings (5pm-7pm) on 20th and 21st September.
Studio 5, White’s Old Workshops, Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | hanimroz.co.uk/
Celia Orchard
Patchwork and quilting, specialising in scrap work. Quilts, throws, cushions, bags, and other items.
18th-28th September, 11am-5pm.
The Manor House, Ayr (opposite Ventnor Terrace), St Ives TR26 1DU
Colin Orchard
Paintings in oil, mostly on board. All square format. Subject matter St Ives, Venice, Suffolk, and gallery interiors.
18th-28th September, 11am-5pm.
The Manor House, Ayr (opposite Ventnor Terrace), St Ives TR26 1DU
The late Stuart Peters
Stuart’s vibrant and abstract paintings used unconventional methods which were inspired by how he felt, and what he saw in the world. His work evolved through the application of different man-made and natural objects, and the use of colour and texture, inspiring many young artists over the years. Hosted by Virginia and Rebecca.
14th-21st September, 11am-5pm.
Guadalest, Trencrom Lane, Carbis Bay TR26 2TA
Lynette Pierce
Acrylic/mixed media. Textured paintings with inspiration from nature’s colours and textures.
15th, 18th, 20th, 21st and 25th September, 10.30am-5pm, then 1pm-5pm on all other festival days.
Studio 5, Penwith Studios, above Penwith Gallery, Back Road West, St Ives | instagram.com/lynettepierceartist
Amanda Ray
A distinctive range of raku-fired ceramic jewellery inspired by Art Deco and the designs of the 60s, designed and produced at Gaolyard Studios since 2005.
18th-25th September, 10am-4pm.
Gaolyard Studios, Dove Street, St Ives TR26 2LZ | amandaray.co.uk/
Stephanie Sandercock
Unique textured effects with limestone and marble plaster on metal and wood. Delicate mica crystals catch the light, like quartz in the Cornish coastal rock.
14th-28th September, 11am-4pm, plus evenings (5pm-7pm) on 20th and 21st September.
White’s Old Workshops ,Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | stephaniesandercock.com/
Mary Scott
Intuitive abstracts rich in texture, usually in oils and mixed media, bringing her earlier geological career experience to evoke the ancient landscapes of West Penwith and beyond.
14th-28th September, 11am-4pm, plus evenings (5pm-7pm) on 20th and 21st September.
Studio 4, White’s Old Workshops ,Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | maryscottartist.co.uk/
Susan Thomas
Susan’s work, in oil and charcoal, is based on Porthmeor Beach, The Island, and the architecture of of the Downalong area.
Open most days and evenings, 11am-7pm, and by appointment.
The Studio, Norway Square, St Ives TR26 1NA | 07968 385765 or email sthomasal@aol.com
Shelley Thornton
An abstract artist defined by bold colour. Directed by the landscape and driven by the feelings, interpretations, and stories that run through our world.
Most days of the Festival (11am-5pm) plus open evenings on 20th and 21st September (5pm-7pm) and by appointment.
Studio 3, White’s Old Workshops ,Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | artlantic.co.uk/
Tamsyn Trevorrow
Sculpture ceramics inspired by the Cornish coastline – the interaction of land and sea. Jewellery, chawan, and large sculpture.
20th-23rd September, 10am-6pm
Chez Nous, Primrose Lane, Canonstown TR27 6NA | tamsyntrevorrowceramics.myfreesites.net/
Kat Wheeler
Functional and decorative ceramics thrown on the wheel with a dark clay and then decorated with slips.
18th September, 10am-5pm, followed by Gaolyard Studios’ annual cup sale and drinks event, until 7pm. Then 19th-25th September, 10am-4pm.
Gaolyard Studios, Dove Street, St Ives TR26 2LZ | katwheeler.co.uk/
Jenny Woodhouse
Textural paintings which hover between abstraction and figuration, often depicting a feeling for a place. The the work usually evolves from forms seen when out walking.
18th, 21st, 22nd, 25th September, 10am-5pm.
8 Penwith Studios, Porthmeor Road, St Ives
Pauline Youll
Pauline has been working in White’s Studios since 2004, producing a diverse variety of pieces in mixed media. Inspiration is taken from Porthmeor Beach, micro/macro images, texture, and colour!
14th-28th September, 11am-4pm, plus evenings (5pm-7pm) on 20th and 21st September.
Studio 1b, White’s Old Workshops ,Porthmeor Road, St Ives TR26 1NP | instagram.com/paulineyoull/
