Derbyshire Arts is run by Sue & Alan Barber, a local couple who have lived in the area all their lives.  Derbyshire Arts was set up to offer a tranquil and welcoming environment for artists to learn and relax and give Sue, an artist herself, the chance to paint more.

They offer day, short-break residential art courses, and painting holidays in a variety of media including watercolour, arcylics, oils, printing, inks and pen. Courses vary from those suitable for beginners through to Masterclasses from world renowned artists. All this takes place at Pear Tree Farm Art Studio and Guest House, situated in a beautiful rural setting near Matlock in the Derbyshire Dales.

Courses are taught by professional artists rather than tutors, offering guests a unique experience and opportunity to learn from award winning artists and illustrators from around the world. Click here for more infomation about courses running this year.

When courses are not taking place, Pear Tree Farm Guest House is run as B&B and Self Catering accommodation serving the Derbyshire Dales and Peak District. Click here for more information.

You can contact Sue or Alan on +44 (0)1629 534215 or email sue@derbyshirearts.co.uk.