Art for the Soul

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Clay Country exhibition

There is so much we have missed this last year, but today as I write finally May is glorious, finally the sun is warm and finally this feels like a little slice of normal. One thing I love about our county is the abundance of creatives, wonderful art and talented artisans. So, as galleries open up and exhibitions commence, here are a few places to go and feed your soul.

Kurt Jackson art

Wheal Martin are celebrating the heritage of our clay country with an exhibition from contemporary artist Kurt Jackson. His works are vibrant and loose but with a real affinity to this man-made but beautiful landscape. Running until the 5th of September, find out more. 

Lights out for Dark Skies

Something a little different, 'Lights out for Darker Skies' seeks to highlight the negative impact artificial light pollution can have on us and our environment. West Penwith have applied for International Dark Sky status and this exhibition involves stunning dark sky images, nocturnal wildlife footage and local artist collaborations. 

Brutalist artwork

Only running for a short time, 29th May to the 4th June, Richard Kaye will be exhibiting at the Salthouse Gallery in St ives. His screen prints featuring Brutalist architecture in strong compositions with vivid colour. 

Shoreline exhibition Lenny Cornforth

Also in St Ives you can find the work of Lenny Cornforth, colour and texture combine to celebrate the North coast of Cornwall. Exhibiting at The Crypt Gallery, Shoreline runs from the 5th to the 11th of June.  

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