Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage

Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage has established itself as one of the friendliest festivals on the Yorkshire coast — a must-see weekend in the regional arts calendar.

Step inside a village like no other as the doors of cottages are thrown open, transforming Staithes into a trail of pop-up art galleries showcasing painting, print, ceramics, textiles, sculpture, photography and more.

Alongside the open studios, enjoy a programme celebrating Staithes’ rich history and heritage, including walks, talks, photographs and film shows.

Location: Staithes — 11 miles north of Whitby (TS13 5BH)
Contact:  info@staithesfestival.com

North York Moors, Scarborough Borough Council and Welcome to Yorkshire
Photo: Duncan Lomax

Photo: Duncan Lomax

Amy Lipscombe

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Passionate about trompe l’oeil oil painting, Amy Lipscombe draws inspiration from both her home surroundings in the Peak District and her family home in Staithes. Her fascination with creating art that deceives the eye, began almost ten years ago. After completing her first trompe l’oeil painting, comprising of her grandmother’s possessions, Amy has continued refining her realism painting skills, whilst also creating illustrations of people, places, and pets. Following a career in interiors and now working among art and heritage, she continues to discover creativity in every aspect of life, bringing detail and depth into her artwork.

Venue: Windsor House, Church Street

Medium: Painting and Illustration