Training providers in Cornwall for creative people

There are lots of businesses and organisations running arts and crafts courses, workshops and classes in Cornwall. Drawing and painting classes are hugely popular. Also music and drama tution is widely availble though a range of teachers and training providers.

Also see our Arts and crafts courses, workshops and classes in Cornwall page for details of specific dates of classes and courses.

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Newlyn School of Art Address: Chywoone Hill, Newlyn, Cornwall TR18 5AW Telephone: 01736 365557 Email: info@newlynartschool.co.uk Web site: www.newlynartschool.co.uk Contact: Henry Garfit An exciting art school offering holiday art courses in painting, drawing, printmaking and stone carving of 1 to 4 days in length taught by many of the best known artists working in Cornwall today including Neil Pinkett, Jason Walker, Jessica Cooper, Paul Wadsworth, Maggie O’Brien and many others. Find Newlyn School of Art on Facebook Follow Newlyn School of Art on twitter

Rock Cottage Pottery Address: Lower Clicker, Horningtops, Cornwall PL14 3PY Telephone: 01503 241242 Email: billjones.581@gmail.com Web site: www.rockcottagepottery.com Contact: Bill Jones Rock Cottage Pottery are part of the Made in Cornwall Scheme Traditional English slipware made on the potter's wheel decorated with coloured slips and metal oxides. A country pottery workshop with all pots in the oven to tableware range being oven proof and dishwasher safe. Individual or small group tuition in pottery skills is offered for children and/or adults by arrangement. Find Rock Cottage Pottery on Facebook

Jackie Lowman Based in: Near Liskeard - Caradon Telephone: 01579 362216 Email: jlowmanartist@gmail.com Web site: www.drawntothevalley.co.uk/artists/detail/jackie-lowman/ Contact: Jackie Lowman I am one of the lead exhibitors at the National Trust Gallery at Cotehele where I exhibit all year round. I am also a member of 'Drawn to the Valley' Artists exhibiting throughout the year including the very popular 'Open Studios'. Having started painting after moving to Cornwall and originally working in watercolour, acrylic and pastel I now prefer the versatility of mixed media.My paintings bring together a love of texture, colour and the wonderful Cornish landscape creating a sense and mood of impressionism. I also regularly get invited to do workshops for local art groups. Please contact me for further information if you are interested. 'So much inspiration, never enough time'. Find Jackie Lowman on Facebook

Dowsing workshops Address: Lelant Downs, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 6NP Telephone: 01736 740093 Email: mossinthewoods@btopenworld.com Contact: John Moss Dowsing is an ancient craft with modern uses. Why does this place feel so special? Should I really be eating this? If I dig here, will I hit the water main? Find out about things you can't see. John Moss, a registered tutor for the British Society of Dowsers, runs approved workshops at various levels in West Cornwall which give a good grounding in theory and practice. Workshops include an information pack, home-made lunch and irresistible cake. Small groups in a beautiful setting. Good company, good fun.

Lee Stevenson Address: Little Trevarrack, Brandy Lane, Rosudgeon, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 9QB Telephone: 01736 763623 Email: lee.stev@live.co.uk Web site: www.leestevenson.co.uk Contact: Lee Stevenson Lee is an artist printmaker, born in West Cornwall. He trained at Falmouth School of Art and North Staffs University. He makes hand-made limited edition prints including etching, aquatinting, lino and wood-cuts. He is also known for his landscapes in oils. Subject range: life studies, Cornish sea and landscapes and still-life. His work is based on drawing from observation. He gets a lot of inspiration from the seasonal changes in the landscape. He runs short workshops in relief printmaking at his studio in Rosudgeon. For further details go to his website. Find Lee Stevenson on Facebook

Lindsey Keates Tidalmarks Studio Address: 35 Barncoose Terrace, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 3EP Telephone: 01209 200680 Email: info@tidalmarks.com Web site: www.tidalmarks.com Contact: Lindsey Keates The Garden studio showcases Lindsey's Fine art perfectly - graphic coastal paintings of local scenes, environmental art combined with bespoke hand painted driftwood pieces. Prices for originals start from £50 -975. Tidalmarks tuition.This term I am offering an investigation of sky land and sea. I also offer seasonal workshops. As a working artist of course it is important to pass on unique tips and advice on ideas; however Tidalmarks Studio is a relaxed informal space, where we teach you to paint like you. People usually say 'I’ve never learnt so much in one day', so come along and see for yourself. Find Lindsey Keates Tidalmarks Studio on Facebook Follow Lindsey Keates Tidalmarks Studio on twitter

Kiwi Printmaking Studio Address: 56 Highfields, Cadogan Road, Camborne, Cornwall TR14 7RY Telephone: 01209 719696 Email: kiwiprintstudio@gmail.com Web site: www.kiwiprintstudio.co.uk Contact: Kiwi Print Studio A spacious and professional printmaking studio, which offers extensive facilities in Intaglio and Relief Printing, for all ages and levels of experience. The studio also delivers a Beginner 10 week evening course covering a range of processes. An Intermediate 10 week evening course taking skills and processes taught in the beginner course further, to develop your printing skills and techniques. A new advanced 10 week evening course, covering a refined program to encourage the progression from student to a capable independent printmaker. Kiwi also offers children's workshops great for school holiday activities, and other screen services for those independent printers, such as screen coating and exposing. Find Kiwi Printmaking Studio on Facebook

Annie Bungeroth Address: Pine cottages, New Road, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 9EA Telephone: 01736 762755 Mobile 07941 081941 Email: bungeroth@yahoo.com Web site: www.anniebungeroth.com Contact: Annie Bungeroth Freelance documentary photographer, videographer and photo trainer based near Penzance. Most of my commissioned work is for overseas development agencies and NGOs. My work usually relates to current social issues. I am keen to work on local issues. Find Annie Bungeroth on Facebook Follow Annie Bungeroth on twitter Network with Annie Bungeroth on linkedin Find Annie Bungeroth on flickr See Annie Bungeroth on youtube

Coastal Valley Camping and Crafts Address: Trevelgue Road, Porth, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 4DA Telephone: 07922 821211 Email: Admin@coastalvalley.co.uk Web site: www.coastalvalley.co.uk Contact: Ms T Kingsley Kick your shoes off, sit back and unwind in a beautiful landscaped valley. The sound of the babbling stream harmonises with the birds and without a car or house in sight, you have found a bit of Cornish bliss. As well as the beautiful, relaxing camp site and Glamping tents we have 3 beaches all accessed via public footpaths at the foot of the land. 1.25milem across fields and headland is Watergate Bay, (cafes, surf shops and Jamie’s Fifteen). 1m to Porth Beach or Whipsiderry Beach. Daily art and craft workshops for those that are game to explore their untapped talents and have fun. We will run very affordable activities and will ‘hold your hand’ every step of the way providing an enriching experience. We will be upcycling, textiles art, recycling, silk painting and willow weaving. See our web site for our exciting program of workshops. Find Coastal Valley Camping and Crafts on Facebook

Bowerbird Jewellery Address: Burras, Helston, Cornwall Telephone: 07773 159746 Email: bowerbirdjewellery@gmail.com Web site: www.bowerbirdjewellery.co.uk Contact: Amanda Crago Bowerbird Jewellery is a Network Cornwall Member Bowerbird Jewellery are part of the Made in Cornwall Scheme I'm an Australian/Cornish jewellery designer, specialising in beaded, mixed-media and found object jewellery and accessories. My work is one-of-a-kind, handmade with attention to detail. Stockists: Falmouth Art Gallery and Create Arts Cafe, Falmouth. I'm also a tutor with Falmouth Adult Education. Find Bowerbird Jewellery on Facebook Follow Bowerbird Jewellery on twitter Shop with Bowerbird Jewellery on etsy Shop with Bowerbird Jewellery on folksy

Beau Nidol Address: Lower Wharf Centre, Bude, Cornwall EX23 8LG Telephone: 01288 353388 Email: beaunidol@gmail.com Web site: www.beaunidol.co.uk Contact: Robin Wellby Beau Nidol are part of the Made in Cornwall Scheme We run half day courses in fused Tiffany and leaded glass in our workshop in Bude. Courses start at 10.30am and 2pm and run for 2 to 3 hours. We also make and sell glass art and sculptures. Find Beau Nidol on Facebook

Cornwall School of Art, Craft and Jewellery Address: Suite 2, Coldrenick Farm Offices, Bodmin, Cornwall PL30 4QE Telephone: 01208 264155 Email: info@csacj.co.uk Web site: www.csacj.co.uk Contact: Julia Rai Cornwall School of Art, Craft and Jewellery is a Network Cornwall Member The Cornwall School of Art, Craft and Jewellery brings together the very best teachers in the fields of art, craft and jewellery, in an inspiring creative environment. Based at Coldrenick Farm in Bodmin, the school provides students of all levels with a safe and supportive learning environment. The school offers a range of classes for all levels in metal clay, beading, wirework, glass fusing, mosaic work, enamelling and lots more. Find Cornwall School of Art, Craft and Jewellery on Facebook Follow Cornwall School of Art, Craft and Jewellery on twitter Find Cornwall School of Art, Craft and Jewellery on flickr

Bal Maiden Studio Glass Address: Trevenen Bal, Helston, Cornwall TR13 0PR Telephone: 01326 574693 Email: noreentodd@btinternet.com Web site: www.balmaidenstudioglass.co.uk Contact: Noreen Todd Bal Maiden Studio Glass is a Network Cornwall Member Helston based Bal Maiden Studio Glass, run by Noreen Todd, offers over a decade of glass making experience. We design and produce modern domestic and architectural artglass. Our work has been seen at the V & A and on BBC2. We currently exhibit at Pictures and Things in Helston and on the Bruntnell-Astley website. Our bespoke commissioning service offers a wide variety of techniques and finishes including leaded stained glass, fusing, sandblasting, kiln-formed casting and painting. We run a range of courses for beginners and the more experienced glass maker, detailed on our website. Find Bal Maiden Studio Glass on Facebook Follow Bal Maiden Studio Glass on twitter Follow the Bal Maiden Studio Glass blog

Atson: Art - Make - Teach Telephone: 07771 568330 Email: contact.atson@gmail.com Web site: www.atsonartmaketeach.com Contact: Trevor Hawkins With a background in adult mental health I am particularly interested in creating activities to improve people's well being. My work covers a broad range of art and craft subjects and much of what I love doing I teach - for all ages and abilities, in groups or on a one-to-one basis. Commissions welcome. To learn more about what I do please see my website. Find Atson: Art - Make - Teach on Facebook

Polliander Address: 99 Acacia Road, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 2BN Telephone: 074039 59819 Email: pollywaite@ymail.com Web site: www.polliander.com Contact: Polly Upholstery and artisan craft teaching studio in Falmouth. Our beautiful little studio in the clouds is the ideal place to unwind and learn something new, stretch your creativity and meet new like minded people. We cover traditional and modern upholstery and all levels are welcome. You can bring your own project to work on over a week or weekend course. Find Polliander on Facebook

Tamsin Dearing Fine Art Telephone: 07967 416072 Email: contact@tamsindearing.co.uk Web site: www.tamsindearing.co.uk Contact: Tamsin Dearing Tamsin Dearing Fine Art is a Network Cornwall Member Tamsin is a self taught, professional artist, who specialises in pencil and pastel portraiture. With a lifelong love of art, and a fascination with the stories that every face tells, Tamsin prides herself on capturing the unique personality of each subject, with her beautifully realistic style. Alongside drawing commissioned portraits, Tamsin teaches portraiture county wide, and has opened up a world of creativity to many people who previously claimed that they could not draw. Tamsin exhibits her work in Cornwall, where she lives, and her portraits hang in private collections internationally. Find Tamsin Dearing Fine Art on Facebook Follow Tamsin Dearing Fine Art on twitter Network with Tamsin Dearing Fine Art on linkedin

Fi Kilpatrick Glass and Design Address: Unit 2, Rear of 5 Cape Cornwall Street, St Just, Penzance TR19 7JZ Telephone: 07891 128202 Email: glass@fikilpatrick.com Web site: www.fikilpatrick.com Contact: Fi Kilpatrick Contemporary glass artist specialising in kiln formed and stained glass. Landscapes, figure drawing, home accessories. Classes available throughout the year. Find Fi Kilpatrick Glass and Design on Facebook Follow Fi Kilpatrick Glass and Design on twitter Network with Fi Kilpatrick Glass and Design on linkedin Find Fi Kilpatrick Glass and Design on flickr

Anon Design Studio Email: hello@anondesigner.co.uk Web site: www.anondesigner.co.uk We offer innovative modern calligraphy workshops and bespoke private group sessions throughout the South West - to include hand picked locations on Cornish shores. Our workshops are fun, relaxing, nourishing, and rewarding - gift yourself a couple of carefree hours in an inspired location and master a versatile new skill. Find Anon Design Studio on Facebook Shop with Anon Design Studio on etsy

The Small Shed Pottery Based in: Falmouth - Carrick Telephone: 07860 507353 Email: thesmallshedpottery@gmail.com Contact: Taz Offering residential pottery holidays for beginners, with day and weekend tuition also available. A fun, relaxed space for students to get creative on a traditional kick wheel and enjoy a stay in the heart of Falmouth. Find The Small Shed Pottery on Facebook

Kitty Clarke Crochet Based in: Truro - Carrick Email: info@kittyclarke.co.uk Web site: www.kittyclarke.co.uk Contact: Katie Teaching crochet lessons, courses and workshops. Crochet is easy to learn, and you can work at your own pace to create unique handmade items, with just a simple hook and some yarn. With so many different stitches and endless patterns, you can really develop and indulge your creative side. Find Kitty Clarke Crochet on Facebook

Abbieanne Patchwork, Quilting and Textiles Based in: Whitecross, Wadebridge - North Cornwall Email: abbie@abbieanne.com Web site: www.abbieanne.com Contact: Abbie Searle patchwork, quilting and textile art tutor. based at Whitecross, Wadebridge, and travelling all over the UK and Ireland spreading the creative fabric therapy. I run sewing workshops locally, covering patchwork, applique, textile art, wall hangings and lots of fun things. There are a wide selection of workshops and patterns to choose from. You'll also find me exhibiting and teaching at the big quilt shows across the UK. In my spare time I design and make quilt patterns and art pieces for sale on my website. I have a yearly art exhibition at Rock in Cornwall in September called Stuff n Nonsense which showcases art work and textile art work. Find Abbieanne Patchwork, Quilting and Textiles on Facebook Follow Abbieanne Patchwork, Quilting and Textiles on twitter

Tara Montane Based in: Newquay - North Cornwall Telephone: 07703 753220 Email: taratronic@gmail.com Contact: Tara Montane Artist, poet and writer inspired by the landscapes of Cornwall and current affairs. Unique painting techniques and a deeply personal approach characterise all my works in various media. Available for demonstrations and workshops - come along and learn a playful new way to work with paint and texture. Find Tara Montane on Facebook Follow the Tara Montane blog

Emma Scott Willow Craft Address: Mellingey Mill Willow Craft Center , St Issey, Wadebridge , Cornwall PL27 7QU Telephone: 07739 808759 Email: ejscott@hotmail.co.uk Web site: www.emmascottwillowcraft.co.uk Contact: Emma Scott Emma Scott Willow Craft are part of the Made in Cornwall Scheme I am based at Mellingey Mill Willow Craft Center in North Cornwall. I grow and sell a variety of willow and make many willow products. I teach workshops throughout the year making many different items from baskets to living willow work. Mellingey Mill is set in 12.5 acres of beautiful valley woodland with willow beds, meadows and has a stream and a mill pond. When ever possible I teach in the field shelter adding to the experience of your workshop. I find offering this space beneficial and enjoyable to the client, working surrounded by the materials we are using adds a deeper understanding and appreciation to the craft. Find Emma Scott Willow Craft on Facebook

My Space Retreats Email: myspaceretreats@outlook.com Web site: www.myspaceretreats.com Contact: Jane Palmer My Space Retreats are all about you, I simply provide the space and time for you to rediscover yourself. During your retreat you will explore the beautiful landscape of Cornwall. Awakening your senses and your sense of self through the pure and unspoiled nature of this county. I am qualified person-centred psychotherapist and artist. Combining my love of nature, well-being and creativity I have created retreats that aim to calm your mind and feel better within yourself by applying skills learnt to your everyday life and/or your approach to your creativity. The groups are small(Max 8) and together we explore, experience, investigate, share, listen and support in an emphatic environment.I offer 2 types of retreat: - A self-reflective journey that aims to empower your values of your self-worth, self-esteem and self-belief through simple yet powerful journey into how you see yourself and the potential you have within yourself. - A creative journey of the self and nature through abstract art, aimed at all abilities. During this retreat you will consider the importance of the self and the environment through exploring mixed media techniques and materials, the work of Cornish artists and sensory emotive experiences. Find My Space Retreats on Facebook