St Ives September Festival

JOin our short workshops
Join us in St Ives this September for a two week celebration of music and the arts during the St Ives September Festival. Taking place between 13-27 September, there will be daily music at a selection of venues all over town as well as films, exhibitions, art and craft workshops, walks, talks and so much more.
Suitable for all art loves
Based at the historic Porthmeor Studios, we will be hosting 3-hour workshops in the morning and afternoon, Monday to Friday. Everyone’s welcome!
The workshops, which will be taught by local, practicing artists, are the perfect taster sessions for our longer art courses. All materials are provided so you can simply turn up and get creative!
Interested? We will be releasing the programme in the coming months. Sign up below and you will be the first to hear about them!
More information
During our workshops, you can expect:
- Contemporary tuition from local practising artists
- A small group so you will get plenty of tutor time
- Stunning, spacious studios overlooking the ocean
- A taster of our longer studio courses
Timings (subject to change):
- 13-27 September, Monday – Friday
- 09.30-12.30, morning workshops
- 13.30-16.00, afternoon workshops
Location:
All our workshops are held at our spacious studios in the historic Porthmeor Studios building, located on Back Road West, overlooking Porthmeor Beach.
Interested? We will be releasing the programme in the coming months. Sign up below and you will be the first to hear about them!
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Warmed by the Gulf Stream, St Ives’ mild subtropical climate attracts visitors all year round. Its historical charm and scenic setting combined with bustling restaurants and numerous art galleries make this an ideal choice for a painting holiday.
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