Two long weekends of Open Studios
:
24-26 MAY and 30 MAY-1 JUNE : 11am to 5pm daily
Natalie Toms
Drawing, painting
24-26 MAY AND 30 MAY-1 JUNE : 11AM TO 5PM DAILY : OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 27-29 MAY
"At the bottom of my garden in the Cornish countryside, gently nestled into the wild hedgerow of alder, blackthorn, brambles, and birdsong lies my small artist studio called Thickets. I look up from my drawing board and over to the neighbouring meadow where wild rabbits run through the long, wind-teased grass, a silent buzzard circles overhead, and the occasional glimpse of a fleeting deer or fox at dusk never fails to fill my heart with wonder. I have an affinity for the relationships between flora and fauna, and our beautiful changing seasons."
I'm a Cornish wildlife artist living and working in the village of Lanlivery in rural Cornwall. Inspired by the countryside, moorland and coast, I have been influenced by the natural world for as long as I can remember. I spent the summers of my childhood marvelling at the worlds within the countryside that surrounded my grandparents' house; the same ever evolving woods, fields, hedgerows and little rivers still inspire me today.
I create detailed original wildlife art using watercolour paint and archival ink, and I have been developing my creative process and techniques for several years. I surround myself with the references I need in the form of photographs, nature books, and observing wildlife in its natural habitat. Each time I begin a new piece, I seek to learn about my subject, its history, characteristics, and folklore. The more I learn about each species, the greater my love and admiration grows. I sketch a detailed composition in pencil before I slowly add layers of drawing with ink and painting with watercolour. It's a delicate and meticulous process that takes many hours.
Studio 195
South East Cornwall
meadow view
lanlivery
bodmin
cornwall
PL30 5BY
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Studio information
Given the rural location, visitors are advised to enter Lanlivery from the A390, at the Colwith Farm Shop and Distillery entrance as the road is wider. Follow the road into the village towards the church and The Crown Inn pub. You'll reach a sign that's dark green and gold, with a chough and 'Welcome to Lanlivery' written on it. Follow the road left and my home and garden studio is the very first property on the left. Feel free to park in the driveway, leaving room for other visitors if possible. If it's full, continue along the road, past Red Moor School and shortly after you'll find The Crown Inn pub. You can use their parking and back walk down to my studio. There is no pavement on the road.My studio is a converted summerhouse/shed at the bottom of my garden. The garden is a sloped lawn. If needed, I can help walk visitors down and back up again. There is a step up into my studio. I will have a gazebo in front of my studio for additional space. There is no toilet in my studio, the only toilet is upstairs inside my house and it will be available to visitors while I'm open during Cornwall Open Studios. There are also toilets at The Crown Inn pub.
My studio is a small summerhouse at the bottom of my sloped garden, there will be a gazebo beside it. If visitors plan to bring dogs with them, please let me know in advance.
My studio is a converted summerhouse/shed at the bottom of my garden. The garden is a sloped lawn. If needed, I can help walk visitors down and back up again. There is a step up into my studio and I will have a gazebo next to it. My work will be on display in my studio and gazebo, and available to buy. I accept card and cash payments. There is no toilet in my studio, the only toilet is upstairs inside my house and it will be available to visitors while I'm open during Cornwall Open Studios. There are also toilets at The Crown Inn pub, a short walk from my home.
On-site parking
Toilet facilities
Family friendly
Open all year round by appointment
