www.artroomgallery.co.uk
Preston gallery - dynamite comes in small packages; the Art Room Gallery is small but beautifully sourced: paintings, prints, glass, ceramics, jewellery and textiles.
www.lakelandphotography.co.uk
Ian Johnson has a fine selection of Lakeland scenes in several formats (eg: large print, cards) - all taken and framed (where appropriate) by Ian. Examples of Ian's work can be seen at Kewswick market (Thursdays), Yew Tree Barn and his gallery at Grayrigg. Custom framing is available.
katebentley.co.uk
Kate Bentley paints predominantly in watercolours and oils. Kate also teaches offering courses in the UK and giving demonstrations to art societies, she teaches throughout Europe with a specialist holiday company. The UK courses, workshops and short residential courses include those at Yew Tree Barn.
casey-allum-art.co.uk
Casey Allum original paintings and drawing are created in oils, pencil or ink. Contact Casey for portraits of your family, friends and pets. Casey's work can be seen at Yew Tree Barn.
www.yewtreebarn.co.uk
Home to the Silver Forge studio, this fantastic barn also houses an eclectic mix of architectural antiques, gallery, ceramics, paintings, sculpture, jewellery, cafe and more. The Barn is based in Low Newton, Cumbria.
www.designinit.org.uk
Design Initiative promotes good design, visual arts and contemporary craft from the North West region.
www.farfieldmill.co.uk
An arts and heritage centre that offers visitors a place to see artists and craft workers at work - Sedbergh, Cumbria.
highheadsculpturevalley.co.uk
High Head Sculpture Valley, near Carlisle Cumbria. High Head is an art gallery, farmhouse tea room and sculpture valley. Great walks in the countryside and 30 sculpture set in the surrounding lands
There are lots of great suppliers out there (of product and service), and these are a few of the ones we use:
www.ilonabiggins.co.uk
Ilona specialises in semi-precious beads and pearls. Fantastic selection!
www.zamaartclays.com
Peter and Maria offer a fabulous service and great Art Clay Silver products.
www.silverclay.co.uk
Petra offers a selection of Art Clay Silver and PMC products.
www.warm-glass.co.uk
Another fantastic glass supplier.
www.pearsonsglass.com
Pearsons took over Bohle's art glass department several years ago and offer a diverse range of glass and equipment.
www.madeincumbria.co.uk
A membership organisation that provides access to retail fairs, trade outlets and advice for designer-makers/ producers in Cumbria.
www.wholelottawhimsy.com
For those of you in the State, Whole Lotta Whimsy is great place to get supplies.
If you are looking for accommodation in Cumbria - whether for workshops at the Silver Forge studio or just to be out and about in the Lake District then you should definately try the following:
www.beechhouse-kendal.co.uk
a boutique guest hotel situated in Kendal and fantastic for easy travel.
www.old-brewery.co.uk
an olde worlde guest house with local produce breakfasts and gorgeous views, and near to Yew Tree Barn.
www.greenacres-lindale.co.uk
a stone's throw from the studio in Lindale, this delightful guest house is the perfect location for weekend workshops.
