29th April 2024
We weren’t particularly blessed with weather last month, but I felt very blessed to be able to spend a few days away in St Minver, Cornwall for a “sibling reunion.” (My middle sister was over from Canada so it was a perfect opportunity.) It's quite rare these days that we get the chance to spend time altogether. So, feeling nostalgic, here we are in our younger days, wrinkle free ... left to right - Jackie, Me, Kathryn and Neil.
Anyhow, a little bit about our holiday in Cornwall ....
The weather wasn't all bad. There were some sunny spells and blue skies between the downpours and we made sure we got out and enjoyed the scenery as much as we could. There were so many places to visit and I know we barely scratched the surface in our short time there but we tried to cram in as much as we could. They say it’s the county for artists and I can certainly see why. So much inspiration.
First stop was Padstow, although some of our time there was spent sheltering from the rain in a pub, chatting over a cider and crisps! The town itself was quirky and quaint. I could have spent hours in the Whistlefish shop. So many talented artists and pictures to admire. Of course, the trip was rounded off with a visit to Jo Downs Glass (treated myself) and a Cornish pasty from the Chough Bakery. It's a shame we didn't see Padstow in the sunshine but then that's an excuse to go back one day.
My other half and I have always wanted to visit Tintagel Castle, which wasn't too far away from where we were staying.
Fortunately, the weather was kind on the day we chose to go. It's such a spectacular location and it did not disappoint. On the blowy, rugged headland, surrounded by the old stones and the coastal scenery, we really did feel a sense of history. Amazingly, some of the foundations date back to the 5th century! I can certainly recommend a visit if you haven't been.
The quirky medieval post office in the town of Tintagel deserves its own painting (it's on my ever growing list of things I want to paint.) Built in the 14th Century, it’s now also owned by the National Trust so fortunately, it will be preserved for many more future generations. It's wonky roof and stonework walls were just so charming. An ideal painting subject for me.
I really can't believe it’s been two months since my website went live. Thank you to everyone that has visited it and to those who have purchased. THANK YOU!!!
New paintings are in the pipeline and will be available online very soon.
Catch up again soon.
Andrea X