art – The South West Coast Path

Inspired by the Coast: Lucy Davies

Artist Lucy Davies draws deep inspiration from the Cornish coast, where decades of walking the cliffs between Padstow and Newquay have shaped her vibrant seascapes. Working in acrylics, inks and mixed media, she layers colour, texture and imagination to capture the drama of sea, sky and wild coastal plants. Painting from sketches made along the Coast Path, Lucy’s work reflects both the rugged beauty of Cornwall and the joy she feels while immersed in its ever-changing landscape.

SWCP Journeys

The Coast is our Compass

Martyn Howe, author, long-distance hiker and Life Member of the charity, undertakes a pilgrimage along the world’s longest coastal path – the recently inaugurated, King Charles III England Coast Path (KCIIIECP). Martyn was fortunate to be able to walk what is now England’s newest and longest National Trail, and has written a book, The Coast is our Compass, about his experience.

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Inspired by the Jurassic Coast: An Artist’s Journey

A return to his South-West roots has led painter Marc Todd on a journey of artistic inspiration and discovery, capturing the beauty and grandeur of the Jurassic Coast. Marc shares with us a new collection of coastal artworks that can now also be enjoyed in a recently published hardback book.

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Inspired by the Coast – Ingrid Brown

Ingrid Brown is an artist based in Cornwall, who takes much of her inspiration from walks, time in nature, human interaction and the subtle rhythms of daily life at home and elsewhere. Her painted artworks are often created outside, ‘en plein air’; where she is exposed to the natural elements of the ever-changing Cornish weather.

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Inspired by the Coast – Ben Lucas

Growing up on the coast, artist Ben Lucas has always felt a deep connection to the sea. From childhood memories in Bucks Mills to a life now lived beside the South West Coast Path in Appledore, the beauty of the ocean has been a constant companion in both his life and work.

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Inspired by the Coast – Plant Paper Scissors

Introducing Christina Carpenter, the illustrator behind Plant Paper Scissors, whose joyful collage work is inspired by wild coastlines, sea swims and the quiet beauty of the natural world. In her guest blog, Christina shares how the ever-changing South West Coast Path fuels her creativity and explores the connection between cold-water dips, coastal textures, and her unique process of transforming painted paper into playful, nature-inspired illustrations that celebrate the magic of life outdoors.