Art in South West England

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

Artist Collective Exhibition – 11th – 19th July, Sidmouth. EX10 8NG

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.

Web: talentartgallery.co.uk

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.

Belinda Reynell – Zoom Painting Classes “Painting Water”

For more information, email: belindareynell@gmail.com

Belinda Reynell – Online oil painting tutorials

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/