Stay Connected, Stay Inspired.
Even if you can’t make it to St Ives, there are still plenty of ways for us to stay connected and keep your creativity flowing. Here are a few ways we can continue to inspire and support you from wherever you are!
Follow us on Social Media
From artist interviews, course previews and how to tutorials, follow us and share your work.
Facebook Alumni Group
For anyone who has attended a course or joined an online course, you can join our Alumni group – a safe place to share your work and connect with peers.
You can find the link to the group in our course confirmation email!
Sign up to our Newsletter
Stay up to date and creatively inspired by signing up to our email newsletter.
From artist interviews to new courses and workshops, and the occasional offer – receive the latest updates straight to your inbox.
Online Art Club
The newest way to stay connected with us – join our regular live online sessions.
Enjoy 90 minutes of guided tuition every Wednesday evening during term – build a consistent, creative habit from home.
9/4/2026
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