Art in South West England
Below you will find many links to useful art-related websites in the South West of England.
Set Ashore art exhibition

Merry Christmas Print linocut workshops

Belinda Reynell – Online Painting Classes 2026

Get in touch to book! belindareynell@gmail.com
Witheridge Artists – Workshops
A very useful page that you may want to consider book marking!

Link to book your workshop: https://www.witheridgeartists.co.uk/workshops
Julie Dunster, newsletter and studio updates

We’re always pleased to share the work and creative news of artists in our local community. This month, Julie Dunster has an interesting new online newsletter, including an article exploring “Is your home psychologically beautiful?” along with the latest news and happenings from Julie’s studio.
If you enjoy art and finding out a little more about the creative process, it’s well worth a look.
Read Julie’s latest newsletter here: Link to Newsletter
With thanks to Julie for sharing her latest news with Tiverton Art Society.
Talent Gallery
Talent Gallery, led by local artist Nina King since June 2024, showcases the work of around 30 talented local artists and artisans in a welcoming, family and dog-friendly space. With beautifully curated exhibitions changing every six weeks, the gallery celebrates Somerset’s creative community and is proud to be taking part in Somerset Art Weeks for the first time this year. Visitors can browse original artwork, meet featured artists, explore Nina’s open studio, and find out more about her popular acrylic painting and creative workshops.

Email: info@talentartgallery.co.uk
Phone: 01823 664924
Instagram: @talentgallerywellington
Facebook: Talent Gallery
Umborne Bridge Studio – 2026 Courses and Workshops – by Anna Brewster

A great variety of courses is being held this year (2026) at the Umborne Bridge Studio, more than can be shown on this page, so download the PDF from here.
Cult Pen
A fantastic local business (Tiverton-based) to buy your inks, ink pens, pencils, paints and brushes from.

Link to their site: https://cultpens.com/
“Capturing Light” – Author: Catherine Beale
Written by award winning artist and Member of the Society of Women Artists (UK), this is a hands-on guide for artists of all abilities and a must for artists who wish to investigate the subtle qualities of light.
With a comprehensive section on Catherine’s innovative watercolour techniques and nine radiant projects to try, this practical paperback is filled with 500 colour illustrations over 176 pages of dramatic, imaginative landscapes.
For more information or to order online: https://catherinebeale.com/product/capturing-light/

Local Art Classes in the South-West
Alpha Painting Holidays
Locations: UK and abroad (wide range of holidays).
Course Type: All media
More Information: http://www.alphapaintingholidays.com/
Double Elephant Printworks
Location: Exeter Phoenix
Course Type: Range of printing techniques
More Information: https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/
Field Studies Council
Location: UK org – Slapton Lay (nearest)
Course Type: All media
More Information: https://www.field-studies-council.org/
Newlyn School
Location: Newlyn, Cornwall
Course Type: All media
More Information: https://www.newlynartschool.co.uk/
St Ives School of Painting
Location: St Ives, Cornwall
Course Type: All media
More Information: https://www.schoolofpainting.co.uk/
The Blackdowns Artist Retreat
Location: Churchstanton, Taunton
Course Type: Painting
More Information: https://blackdownsart.com/
The Old Brick Workshop
Location: Wellington
Course Type: All media
More Information: https://www.theoldbrickworkshop.com/
The Seaglass Gallery
Location: Lympstone, Devon
Course Type: All media
More Information: https://www.seaglassgallery.co.uk/art-workshops-1
Westcott Barton
Location: Near Barnstaple, Devon
Course Type: Art Retreats
More Information: https://westcottbarton.co.uk/
White Room
Location: Crediton, Devon
More Information: https://www.whiteroomdevon.co.uk/
John Hoar
Location: UK wide
Course Type: Watercolour
More Information: https://www.jhoar.com/about1
