What’s on

Makers on the trail

38 venues

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  1

  Studio or Gallery

  Delphine Bowden

  JewelleryPaintingHand made journals

  “Inspired by the natural environment along the North Devon coast and drawing upon my background as a registered nurse, I have a keen interest in healing, which I creatively incorporate into my artwork through colour and poetry.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  White Pebbles
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  2

  Studio or Gallery

  Ian Hudson

  Painting

  “I have lived and worked in North Devon since 1980, painting watercolours of local landscapes and seascapes.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  15 Broad Park AvenueWheelchair accessible: yes
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  4

  Studio or Gallery

  Jude Edmonds

  Painting

  “My main influence was my father, a talented, humble artist.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Amberley
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  5

  Studio or Gallery

  Nigel Mason

  DrawingPainting

  “I taught myself painting from an early age by copying the old masters.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  24 Church Street
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  7

  Studio or Gallery

  Corinne Young

  Painting

  “Corinne is an award-winning oil painter based in North Devon. She graduated Plymouth University in 2014 with a degree in fine art. In 2016 she opened a shared studio space and specialist artist printers Jackson and Young in Barnstaple.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Trinity Rooms
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  10

  Studio or Gallery

  Family Sellings

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting+2

  “John Sellings Snr has been creating traditional representational paintings and prints from his home studio over the last 50+ years.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Flat 3 The Old Picture Hall
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  11

  Studio or Gallery

  Betony May

  Painting

  “Betony May graduated in Illustration, and after freelancing in London she moved to Ilfracombe to be a painter and studio assistant.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Kin Wellness
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  11

  Studio or Gallery

  Maria Rose

  Painting

  “Maria Rose ROI is a British oil painter and member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters and paints mainly outdoors, observing the landscape in real-time and working in all weathers to produce small, impressionistic paintings that are the result of feeling deeply connected to the landscape for those moment. Maria has exhibited with the South West Academy, the Royal Institute of Oil painters, the Chelsea Art Society, the Royal Society of Marine Artists and the New English Art Club and is a member of the British Plein Air Painters. Prizes include the Julian Barrow Award for a Painting (CaS 2017) and Windsor and Newton Young Artist 2nd Prize (ROI 2017). Maria was a contestant on Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2018 and was elected a Member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) in 2023.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Kin Wellness
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  12

  Studio or Gallery

  Mary Taylor

  Painting

  “Mary works mainly on canvass to create a joyful and stylised interpretation of coastal life around North Devon.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  The Carlton HotelWheelchair accessible: yes
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  14

  Studio or Gallery

  Jennie Cousins

  Mixed MediaPainting

  “The word Issian describes someone from Ilfracombe, which is why I used it to name my brand.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  The Hill
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  14

  Studio or Gallery

  Laura Maughan

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting+2

  “For this year’s Art Trail I will be show-casing a selection of drawings, paintings and cyanotypes.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  The Hill
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  14

  Studio or Gallery

  Sam Cousins

  CeramicsDrawingMixed Media+1

  “For me, periods of creativity come in phases, finding an avenue of ideas to explore and play with without preconceptions or a destination point. It’s somewhat like mining; finding a vein or seam to excavate, then digging away to see what you find until the lode runs out. It’s a good analogy; it’s hard but absorbing work in a little space all of its own and you never quite know what you are going to discover. Starting points can come from anywhere; a process, a technique, a colour, a song lyric, a conversation, a concept, a contradiction, music, a feeling. Anything that suggests an unresolved question or prompts curiosity about how we live and interpret the world. Humans are the most consequential, contradictory and contrary species; the most brilliant and the most imbecilic, the most rational and irrational, both creative and the most destructive. Consequently, I find the richest themes come from people and the work that results is usually figurative.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  The Hill
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  14

  Studio or Gallery

  Ted Child

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting

  “My name is Ted. I am 13 years old and I like making paintings inspired by the sea.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  The Hill
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  15

  Studio or Gallery

  Megan Dunleavy

  Painting

  “Born and raised in Ilfracombe, I have always been deeply influenced by the dramatic coastline and expansive sea views that surrounded me.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  The Landmark TheatreWheelchair accessible: yes
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  15

  Studio or Gallery

  Walter Elliott Artwork

  Painting

  “Walter was the founder of the Ilfracombe Art Society, he owned the Elliott Art gallery in Braunton for many years. He created the largest pastel triptych in the world (when it was made), he was at a time the president of the Pastel Society, had his paintings displayed in esteemed galleries such as the Mall in London and Salon de Nations in Paris, and since his passing in 2018, his collection now remains in storage with one of his grandchildren.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  The Landmark TheatreWheelchair accessible: yes
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  16

  Studio or Gallery

  Ilf. Art & Craft Society

  CeramicsDrawingJewellery+4

  “Inside the art & craft centre you will find a large selection of original paintings created by talented local artists. From animals, flowers, local seascapes and harbour scenes to studies of beautiful North Devon and Exmoor there’s something to suit every ones taste. ​ The craft work selection is just as varied. On show there’s stained glass work, hand created glass sculptures and jewellery items, pottery, woodturning, handmade cards, felted, sewn and knitted creations. ​ So whether you are looking for a large picture for that special place in your home, a small present for a friend or even fancy spoiling yourself with a reminder of your visit to Ilfracombe, you’ll be sure to find something suitable in our art & craft centre… and you can be assured that whatever you buy will have been produced locally and that a part of the cost your purchase will be donated to a local charity.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  9/10Wheelchair accessible: yes
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  17

  Studio or Gallery

  Louise Michelle Bird

  DrawingPainting

  “Louise has been making artworks for all of her life. Initially she trained and worked as an illustrator and then moved into portraiture when her family came along. She has worked to commission for over twenty five years and has only recently been creating her own collection of paintings. All through her artistic life, the human figure has been the over riding subject of her work. Exploring and celebrating emotions and character, the joy and fragility of life is what she strives to depict in both her portraiture and her own pieces.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
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  20

  Studio or Gallery

  Ali Hogg

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting+1

  “Frame Ilfracombe’s proprietor – Ali Hogg has been in the industry for over 30 years…as well as showcasing the business, he will be exhibiting examples of his collage, drawing, mixed media and painting.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  35 Oxford Grove
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  21

  Studio or Gallery

  Helen Tranckle

  Painting

  “Over many years working as an artist in printmaking, photography and installation, painting has always surfaced one way or another throughout as my love and so I am at my happiest.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Above garages
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  21

  Studio or Gallery

  Jane Baker

  Mixed MediaPaintingPrint-making

  “Jane’s abstract mixed media works have evolved from a deep seated ideas led approach.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Above garages
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  22

  Studio or Gallery

  Joanne Whittemore

  Mixed MediaPainting

  “After a career in education, I moved from Gloucestershire to Ilfracombe in late 2023.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Hillcrest
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  23

  Studio or Gallery

  Fortythree Shop

  CeramicsDrawingJewellery+3

  “Fortythree Shop is a shared creative space brought together by 16 individual makers each working independently while sharing a passion for craftsmanship and originality.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Upstairs @ Fortythree Shop
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  24

  Studio or Gallery

  Natasha Quarmby

  Painting

  “If you walk down Fore Street in Ilfracombe, you will find Natasha busy painting in her newly rebranded studio, The little Yellow Art Shop.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  43 Fore StreetWheelchair accessible: yes
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  28

  Studio or Gallery

  Amanda Gartshore

  DrawingPaintingPrint-making

  “I feel fortunate to live in this beautiful area. For the 2026 Art Trail, I am focusing on our North Devon landscape and aim to show landscape studies from sketches to final pieces.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Ilfracombe and North Devon Sub Aqua Club
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  29

  Studio or Gallery

  Jane Perrin

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting+1

  “Originally from the North East coast of Scotland, I moved to Ilfracombe straight from Glasgow school of Art, where I studied fine art. Always an impatient painter I turned to photography as my hand could never keep up with the ever changing light. Photography soon became a full time career and passion achieving Fellowship with the BIPP and Associateship with the RPS Ilfracombe has been my home for 42 years. Married to Carl, a born and bred local, we share six children all of whom have now found their own way in life. Maturity has brought me some patience and the coastline my inspiration, my art is mostly described as bringing happiness and joy. To me colour is everything, I work in mixed media, enjoying pen and ink, watercolour, acrylic, oils, printing and photography. I look forward to welcoming you to my Atelier, where I run art classes, paint & sips, workshops and display my work. If you’d like more information on any of my work or classes, please call 07980707515. You can also see more of my work at Olive and Rose, 23 St James’ Place, EX349BJ a step away and brilliant coffee. Thank you.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  21 St James’ Place
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  30

  Studio or Gallery

  Chris Paterson Deacon

  DrawingPainting

  “I have always loved to express myself and my emotions in my art. I trained as an architect and taught Theatre Set Design briefly but eventually joined the RAF before settling in Devon where I found the time and space to reconnect with my creative side in the studio. My canvases often depict the ocean and all its inhabitants and I aim to capture their energy, colour and life. Often my paintings reflect my mood, they are personal and unique. When I am not painting, I turn to drawing, heavily influenced by my architectural roots, I capture images of homes, special places and buildings. Some of my drawings are commissions, others simply to capture their beauty and unique qualities.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  Pip & Jim’s Community HallWheelchair accessible: yes
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  31

  Studio or Gallery

  Paul Swailes

  Painting

  “Paul enjoys painting the seas, skies and landscapes of the local area. He works in acrylic and mixed media on paper, canvas and upcycled objects to capture its unique and dynamic nature. He is known locally for his regular exhibitions and as a co-owner and an exhibiting artist of The Pier Gallery on the quay in Ilfracombe.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  The Pier GalleryWheelchair accessible: yes
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  Studio or Gallery

  The Pier Gallery

  CeramicsJewelleryPainting+2

  “The Pier Gallery is situated in the picturesque harbour area of Ilfracombe and opened in the Spring of 2023.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  The Pier GalleryWheelchair accessible: yes
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  32

  Studio or Gallery

  Julie Anne Cook

  Mixed MediaPaintingHanging sculptures

  “Julie Anne Cook studied Fine Art at Bath Spa University & grained a B.A. (Hons ) in Fine Art.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Ilfracombe Yacht Club
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  34

  Studio or Gallery

  Michael Roberts

  Painting

  “I have painted en plein air for the last 20 years, however it took me quite a while to start selling my work.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  7 Montpelier Terrace
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  34

  Studio or Gallery

  Tanja Marx

  Painting

  “Studied art and design in Frankfurt and Mainz, working freelance as designer and art technician.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  7 Montpelier Terrace
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  38

  Studio or Gallery

  Caroline Baxter

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting

  “My love of doing Art just for doing Art continues.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  18 St Brannock’s Park Road
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  39

  Studio or Gallery

  Maggie Vincent Davies

  Mixed MediaPainting

  “I have worked as a musician or artist most of my adult life. Design for the stage, illustration for books, and since 2003 working on canvas.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  18 Bicclescombe Gardens
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  39

  Studio or Gallery

  Sara Clark

  Painting

  “My work explores the relationship between landscape and abstraction, where form, colour, and movement merge to evoke atmosphere rather than describe it.”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  18 Bicclescombe Gardens
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  41

  Studio or Gallery

  Clare Russell

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting+1

  “Many years ago I studied fine art and printmaking, and after a year of working in a printmakers co-operative in Oxford, I decided to train to be a teacher, thinking I would have plenty of time to be creative as well – How wrong I was !!!!”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  4 Bicclescombe Park RoadWheelchair accessible: yes
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  42

  Studio or Gallery

  Pat Glover

  Mixed MediaPainting

  “I like painting to be fun and a joy – or what’s the point? Often I start just putting on paint with only the vaguest notion of what will happen. Usually something does even if it means completely changing my mind half way through – because I can. And there is the joy!”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  3 Bicclescombe Park Road
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  43

  Studio or Gallery

  Marion Elmes

  Mixed MediaPaintingGarden Gallery, Open Garden Garden Gallery

  “As a life-long artist, my first serious art was drawing horses in my exercise books at the back of maths classes, followed by four years at art colleges – Stourbridge and Winchester in the 1960s. Followed by :”

  Not wheelchair accessible. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink. Ring ahead to ask what is possible.

  Losvale House
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  44

  Studio or Gallery

  Curlstone Creatives

  DrawingMixed MediaPainting

  “Curlstone Creatives started with a graduate of Bournemouth Arts Institute creating artwork in his downtime; pieces that have gradually decorated the walls of our house.”

  Step-free access throughout. There is no toilet, no view from the pavement and nothing to eat or drink.

  North Devon ResortWheelchair accessible: yes