# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The industrial past. Cornish Tin Mines in Watercolour Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Tutor:  John Piper
Join artist John Piper for a days watercolour painting capturing the iconic engine houses of the tin mines on the Cornish coast.

These atmospheric buildings are the ideal subject for watercolours allowing for detail in the construction and expression of mood in the scenery.  

Step by step tuition and all equipment and materials provided. 

Image for illustration and inspiration.

Suitable for all levels.  

Tea & Coffee available throughout the day for a small donation.

£55.00
Book online
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PARKING

The closest long term car parks (and the cheapest) can be found at:

Fair View, Barnstaple EX31 1JR
Pilton Causeway, Barnstaple EX32 7AA
Seven Brethren Bank (beyond the Leisure Centre)
About John:

My name is John Piper ( yes the same name as the rather more famous JP so apologies if you have arrived here by mistake) I have been an artist for over 40 years, turning professional in 2015, I cover all genres of art including Watercolours, Acrylics, Oils, Pastels, Pencil as well as hand stone carving.


Based in Bideford "The Little White Town" in beautiful North Devon I tend to specialise in watercolours covering all styles and subjects.
I paint with and teach watercolours, Acrylics, Oils, Pastels and simple pencil sketching.

I am an accomplished stone sculptor and pride myself by using only hand tools and scrap stone to protect the environment.

I was "Artist in Residence" for the National Trust at Bucks Mills Cabin in August 2019, (Sadly Covid meant no 2020), July 2021 and again in August 2022. The residency here gives me a rare opportunity to concentrate on my art for arts sake with little distraction and influence from a commercial aspect.

I have many, many private commissions for a multitude of mediums and subject matter.
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I have exhibited regularly in prestigious exhibitions such as the RHS open at Rosemoor,  I also host courses for the Plough Arts centre at St Anne's chapel in Barnstaple and also workshops at RHS Rosemoor in both painting and Stone carving.    

I offer courses and beginners lessons in watercolours and most other mediums and teach at group level for local art groups and social groups.
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I also paint large scale indoor and outdoor murals and accept commissions for almost any size shape or position.  

​I attend various craft fairs throughout the area where you will find a large selection of my original artwork and prints as well as my unique range of over 100 greetings cards all from my own original work.

See here for all workshops with John Piper.

Running time 360 minutes

Feedback from previous workshops with John Piper:
I’ve done a number of Johns workshops - always a good day of learning and I come away with something I’m chuffed I managed to do. Even first timers achieve a good result.

John Piper is a brilliant and patient tutor. He has given me the confidence to keep practicing artwork. Thank you.

This event was great! I went to John Piper’s seascape in watercolour workshop in the spring, and saw this acrylic one advertised so signed upright away. I’ve done hardly any acrylic painting so I learned a lot and was very pleased with my painting.

I really enjoyed the workshop. Great tutor who guided us step by step to create our own painting with our individual touches. I was also made to feel very welcome at the Plough by staff member Sharon who looked after everyone on the day.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnstaple/the-industrial-past-cornish-tin-mines-in-watercolour-workshop/200030613353734
- **Event Categories**: Art, Workshops, fine-arts, Exhibitions, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Barnstaple
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Barnstaple Guildhall
- **lat**: 51.080387285851
- **long**: -4.0601146093876
- **full address**: Barnstaple Guildhall, Butchers Row,Barnstaple, Devon, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The industrial past. Cornish Tin Mines in Watercolour Workshop being held?
  - **A:** The industrial past. Cornish Tin Mines in Watercolour Workshop takes place on Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Barnstaple Guildhall, Butchers Row,Barnstaple, Devon, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The industrial past. Cornish Tin Mines in Watercolour Workshop?
  - **A:** The industrial past. Cornish Tin Mines in Watercolour Workshop is organized by St Anne's Arts & Community Centre, Barnstaple.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The industrial past. Cornish Tin Mines in Watercolour Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Barnstaple, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The industrial past. Cornish Tin Mines in Watercolour Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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