Arnup Studios is home to six artists and makers. Originally the home and workplace of Mick and Sally Arnup (renowned painter/potter and sculptor), their daughter, Hannah, is now continuing its creative story. There are events and workshops throughout the year, so put the dates in your dairies, keep an eye on our websites and follow us on social media for more information. We look forward to seeing you!
We welcome visits to our studios at other times too. Please contact the artists directly to arrange a private studio visit or to discuss sales/commissions. You can also buy online from most of our artists (web links below).
We welcome visits to our studios at other times too. Please contact the artists directly to arrange a private studio visit or to discuss sales/commissions. You can also buy online from most of our artists (web links below).
OUR NEXT EVENT AT THE STUDIOS:
North Yorkshire Open Studios
& Arnup Studios Winter Weekend
7–8 November, 11–4
& Arnup Studios Winter Weekend
7–8 November, 11–4
All of our artists will be open for the weekend of 7–8 November (Hannah Arnup, Michelle Galloway, Kate Pettitt and Lesley Peatfield as part in North Yorkshire Open Studios).
Meet the artists
Hannah arnup
SALLY'S STUDIO
Hannah creates stoneware decorative pottery, handmade for everyday use and enjoyment – pieces that appeal to both practical and aesthetic values. She also enjoys making one-off sculptures and tripod pots, and specialises in ceramic signs. Orders and commissions welcome. She divides her time between Ballymorris Pottery in Co. Clare, Ireland, and her house and studios at Holtby. A selection of work is available to purchase online. |
CLAIRE CASTLENORTH STUDIO
Claire's info will be added soon! |
michelle gallowayPOTTERY STUDIO
Enigmatic, ethereal paintings that re-imagine architecture, the natural world and man-made artefects. Michelle’s paintings develop from sketches and photographs taken on location, blending imagination and inspiration from architecture, archaeology, and man-made structures. From her beautiful studio space at Arnup Studios, York, she creates and teaches art, sharing her collections and prints. She exhibits both solo and collaboratively across the UK and locally, in galleries, open studios, art fairs and art cafes. |
Kate PettittGALLERY STUDIO
Kate's plein air and studio paintings and drawings explore wild landscapes, nature and the human form. Using a variety of media from acrylic to graphite, her work is instinctive, expressive and often textural. Kate exhibits in galleries in England and Wales, and original artwork, books, cards and giclée prints can also be purchased from Kate’s online shop or from her studio. Private studio visits are welcome by arrangement. Keep up to date with news, exhibitions, workshops and events by subscribing to her newsletter. |
Penny Phillips
KILN STUDIO
Penny is a sculptor, artist and teacher. Her work is centred on British wildlife and captures movement and expression through dynamic designs and bold, textural surface decoration, while preserving the raw energy of the clay. From September '25, Penny will undertake a programme of research to explore narrative construction, storytelling and fairy tales, myths and cultural identity, specifically the representation of animals within these contexts, through ceramics and printmaking. Penny also runs regular ceramics courses from her studio. |
Emma WelshSOUTH STUDIO
Emma creates silver, gold and platinum jewellery. Each piece is individually hand-made using traditional techniques. She completes bespoke commissions, repairs and re-modelling of existing jewellery into new designs. Emma also offers jewellery making tuition and wedding ring workshops at her studio. Please see her Facebook page for details. Emma also an online Etsy shop. |
