is based in Skipton, slightly off High Street in a former school, with Craven Court shopping mall, coffee shops and Skipton Town Council Offices close by. Round off your visit by enjoying excellent coffee and treats from the nearby Bean Loved, eat at The Bistro or visit The Albion Pub close by.

is an arts charity and a leading centre for our creative community. Supported by The Art Shop, our artists feature elsewhere in the town including Mill Bridge Gallery, The Frame Shop, Magpie Collectables and the Town Hall Gallery. Many attend Skipton's nationally acclaimed Art in the Pen and Crafts in the Pen events, and feature at the monthly Artisan Markets by the canal. In 2025 Craven Arts is hosting the hugely popular North Yorkshire Open Studios (NYOS) Showcase Exhibition and its annual arts trails.  

I continue to support established and aspiring Artists and Makers locally. I had been a leading member of the well-known Gargrave Art Exhibition for many years; I am now the membership representative on the Board of Trustees of Craven Arts.

I’ve exhibited at The Folly Museum and Coffee House, Settle; Badger in the Wall Gallery, Clapham, and joined featured artists at Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes; plus Cliffe Castle, Keighley and the National Park Centre at Malham … now in 2025 … with Craven Arts and North Yorkshire Open Studios, I shall consolidate what has become really popular, and focus on new ideas and fresh perspectives.

my studio at any time during opening hours and other times by appointment (see Contact page), especially during Craven Arts many events such as Makers Fairs, the NYOS events. In the meantime, coming up:-

“Under the Bed” sale to pick up some worthwhile bargains: 22 January – 1 February

 “The North”, reflections on the idea of the North a Rural Arts Thirsk/ NYOS partnership:  4 March – 22 March

“Showcase Exhibition”:  NYOS springtime exhibition: 21 March – 10 May

Craven Makers and Vintage Crafts Fair Gargrave: 19 April

NYOS arts trails: 7-8 & 14-15 June

along Otley Street to Craven Arts House - its well worth the short walk. We have Otley Street Gallery changing exhibitions, eight dedicated studios and host a wide range of creative workshops (pre-booking required). Do come and visit us, and, of course, a very warm welcome is awaiting you.