Art and Galleries

The exquisite landscape of Scilly provides inspiration for travelling artists and local artists alike. We are certainly not short of artistic talents and uniquely designed art in Scilly, despite the small population. Artists in Scilly are incredibly resourceful, whether its gathering shards of glass and shell from the beaches to create wonderful jewellery or collecting driftwood and fashioning rustic frames for their paintings, artists in Scilly make full use of the environment physically as well as inspirationally. Artists often comment on the extraordinary quality of light in the islands, because there is little pollution here, the air clarity is great and the spectrum of light is vast. Similarly, the water is so clear it reflects the sun's rays perfectly. These elements as well as the natural splendour of the unspoilt scenery and exotic plantlife make Scilly fantastical in a variety of mediums from watercolour to oils and pencils to pastels. Bring a sketchbook and capture your own scenes of Scilly, or visit the artists at their galleries:

Artists, Studios and Galleries

Scilly Gems 

A colourful workshop featuring ethically produced jewellery and soap at Porthloo, St.Mary's.

Telephone: 01720422491

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Pot Buoys Gallery 

Owned and run by local artist Emma Eberlein on St.Agnes. Showcases a variety of work by local artists and work inspired by Scilly as well as her own paintings on driftwood and jewellery made from recycled beach plastic. Emma tries to exhibit work which no-one else in Scilly has including recycled artworks as well as jewellery, ceramics, textiles, paintings, sculpture and gifts. 

Fay Page Silver

Beautiful gold and silver jewellery inspired by the islands and made in their St. Martin’s workshop. From shells and fish to bees and blackberries this popular brand is a reflection of island life. The workshop is open Monday – Friday 9.30 – 4.30 throughout the year or you can buy online.

Telephone: 01720423017

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Gallery Tresco

At New Grimsby, Tresco. Gallery Tresco features visiting artists as well as locals. The gallery has a fabulous selection of paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery, studio glass, clothing, prints, cards, ornaments and gifts. Exhibitions are regularly held. Open daily 9.30am-5.00pm.

Telephone: 01720424925
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Golden Eagle Studio

Based at Great Par, Bryher. Richard Pearce's working studio and gallery housed in a converted gig shed on the beachfront. Sweeping beaches, sparking sea and shimmering reflections are depicted in the cards, prints and paintings on canvas. Open Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm and Sunday 2.00pm-5.00pm.

Telephone: 01720423665
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Tree Baker

Tree Baker find inspiration in the Scilly landscape using acrylics, watercolours and inks, she works from home but welcomes viewings. 

Telephone: 07492862456

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Peter Macdonald Smith

Abstract paintings from sketches and memory. Long time islander peter works from a converted barn studio at Porthoo. 

Telephone: 01720422278

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John Bordeaux Pottery

Based in Old Town, handmade ceramics from fine porcelain. Bird studies, creative sculptures and hand thrown pots. All made on the premises. Open Monday to Friday 10.00am – 4.30pm and Saturday 10.00am-12.00pm.

Telephone: 01720422025

Phoenix Craft Studios

A range of artists and craftspeople working under one roof on St.Mary's with a display gallery upstairs. 

Telephone: 01720422900
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Popplestone Studio

The work of Emma Kate Humphries is inspired by the sescapes of Scilly, she works upstairs in Phoenix Art Studio. 

Telephone: 01720422552

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Steve Sherris

Steve has lived on Scilly most of his life and has a gallery of his oil paintings on Silver Street on St.Mary's . 

Telephone: 01720422722

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Rebecca Smith Jewellery

Based on St.Agnes Rebecca Smith crafts jewellery from silver wire using Scillonian shells, glass and pebbles. Available at the Bulb Shop, St.Agnes and Hell Bay Hotel on Bryher.

Telephone: 01720422056
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Tamarisk Gallery

Located centrally on St.Mary's this gallery displays contemporary art from local artisans. 

Telephone: 01720422334

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Lou Simmonds

Lou creates beautiful and functional pottery in her St.Agnes studio a stonesthrow from the beach. She also paints and makes prints. 

Telephone: 01720422953

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Stephen Morris

Small beach-side Artist Studio and Gallery at Porthloo, St.Mary's, selling vibrant 'en plein air' original watercolours and mixed media paintings by resident artist, Stephen Morris, as well as a range of his high quality personally-produced giclee prints and blank greetings cards. The Gallery also offers lithograph prints, greetings cards, postcards and a perpetual calendar featuring the delicate island watercolours of his late aunt, Nan Heath.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday inclusive, 10am to 5pm (closed Sundays - unless weather is bad or tripper boats are cancelled - please phone to check). Worldwide shipping as well as St Marys/quay/airport delivery available.

Telephone: 01720 422535 / 422963
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Vickie Heaney

Artwork inspired by seabirds. Based at Porthmellon. 

Telephone: 01720422900

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