The Cornwall Art Scene is shaped by its luminous coastal light, rugged landscapes, and a long‑standing tradition of creativity that has drawn artists to the far southwest for generations. From the vibrant artistic communities of St Ives, FalmouthNewlyn, Truro and Penzance with their galleries, studios, art schools, and internationally recognised heritage—to the independent makers, craft workshops, and community‑led projects thriving in fishing villages and rural hamlets, the county offers a uniquely inspiring environment for artistic expression. Artists here draw from dramatic cliffs, Atlantic horizons, mining history, and the distinctive cultural identity of Kernow, producing work that feels both deeply rooted in place and alive with contemporary imagination.

Discover the Cornwall Art Scene: Artists, Galleries and Exhibitions

Whether you're exploring contemporary art, traditional craft or emerging talent, this is your guide to the artists and art galleries that define Cornwall's cultural landscape.

Featured Listing

Liz is renowned for her distinctive technique of painting directly onto stainless steel, as well as for her large-scale works.

Artist

Steelworks, Unit 10, Shipyard Market, Porthleven, TR13 9JY

Art Gallery

River Street, Truro TR1 2SJ
Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE
Porthmeor Beach, St Ives TR26 1TG
Municipal Buildings, The Moor, Falmouth TR11 2RT
15 Queen Street, Lostwithiel PL22 0AH
New Road, Newlyn TR18 5PZ
11 Lanadwell Street, Padstow PL28 8AN
4 Quay Street, Falmouth, TR11 3HH
Princes Street, Penzance, TR18 2NL
11 Bohella Road, St Mawes, Cornwall TR2 5DL