Welcome to
Tidy St.
Art School

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Imagine an Art School in a quirky farm warehouse near the sea — and there you have it.

Run by award winning artist Lucie Cookson Tidy St. Art School  offers courses, one to one lessons, art events, exhibitions and much more. The school's technical approach means you see improvement and gain momentum. If you want to try something new, improve your practice or just take your mind off the world join team Tidy St.

Lucie Cookson, award-winning artist and founder of Tidy St. Art School
"Who knew there was so much to learn about oil painting? Lucie finds fun and interesting ways to take us through the process and is always patient and encouraging which is why I keep coming back for more I’ve learnt so much in a fun and friendly environment. Thanks Lucie." -student review
Lucie Cookson demonstrating sight size at Tidy St. Art School

About the School

Set in a quirky warehouse studio near the sea on the West Sussex coast. Tidy St. Art School was founded and is run by award-winning artist Lucie Cookson. The school has built a reputation for its technical, structured approach to teaching — one that produces real, visible improvement in every student.

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced painter looking to push your practice further, Tidy St. offers weekly courses, short intensive days, life drawing sessions, portrait painting, and a growing range online courses.

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