Inspired by landscape, colour, and feeling.
Yorkshire Dales Artist Creating Semi-Abstract Landscape Paintings
Joy Bowhay is an artist based near Skipton in the Yorkshire Dales, creating expressive semi-abstract landscape paintings in acrylic, oils, and pastel. Her work is inspired by the beauty of the English countryside, outdoor sketching, and a continued journey of artistic development.
About Joy Bowhay
Based in the Yorkshire Dales, Joy Bowhay creates expressive semi-abstract paintings inspired by the landscape around her and a deep appreciation for art history and artistic development.
A Creative Journey Rooted in Landscape
Living in the countryside near Skipton, Joy draws inspiration from the changing beauty of the Yorkshire Dales and the wider English landscape. Through years of study, workshops, and regular practice, she has developed a style that blends observation with expression, using tone and colour to create work that feels both personal and atmospheric.
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Events and Exhibitions
start
09
Jul
2026
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12
Jul
2026
event
Gargrave Art Exhibition 2026
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start
09
Jul
2026
end
12
Jul
2026
event
Gargrave Art Exhibition 2026
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Gargrave Art Exhibition 2026
The Gargrave Art Exhibition is a key cultural and fundraising event in the village’s busy calendar and attracts visitors from far and wide. FREE ENTRY
open hours:
Thursday to Saturday: 10.00 - 19.00 | Sunday: 10.00 - 16.30
location:
Village Hall, Gargrave, Skipton. BD23 3RD
start
02
May
2026
end
11
Jul
2026
exhibition
The North Approach Gallery Spring Exhibition - Halifax
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02
May
2026
end
11
Jul
2026
exhibition
The North Approach Gallery Spring Exhibition - Halifax
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The North Approach Gallery Spring Exhibition - Halifax
start
24
May
2026
end
01
Jun
2026
exhibition
The Front Room - Group Exhibition - London
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start
24
May
2026
end
01
Jun
2026
exhibition
The Front Room - Group Exhibition - London
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The Front Room - Group Exhibition - London
This new exhibition explores the work of a the diverse range of emerging contemporary artists. The show includes paintings, video, installation and textiles, all informed by the notion of "The Front Room". Holborn and Covent Garden Underground Stations are nearby. FREE ENTRY
open hours:
Weekdays: 10.00 - 21.00 | Weekends: 10.00 - 17.00
location:
Ground Floor, The City Lit, Kelley Street. WC2B 4BA
start
30
Apr
2026
end
24
May
2026
exhibition
When Words Fail - Skipton
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start
30
Apr
2026
end
24
May
2026
exhibition
When Words Fail - Skipton
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When Words Fail - Skipton
When Words Fail began with a stutter and grew into an exhibition that celebrates communication through art. Bringing together nearly 30 artists, the exhibition explores the many ways ideas, emotions and experiences can be expressed visually when language falls short.
open hours:
The exhibition will run Thursday–Sunday, 11am–4pm, until Sunday 24th May 2026.
location:
Craven Arts. 55 Otley Street, Skipton, BD23 1ET.
start
09
May
2026
end
10
May
2026
event
Art In Your Eyes - Leeds
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09
May
2026
end
10
May
2026
event
Art In Your Eyes - Leeds
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Art In Your Eyes - Leeds
Organised & Created by Sue Sheard (Member of North Yorkshire Open Studios). Founded with a simple but meaningful aim: To open the door for talented & emerging artists from all walks of life & artistic genres. This environment presents artists with a unique opportunity to build visibility, confidence and connection – all within a professional, beautiful, and curated setting. FREE ENTRY
open hours:
Saturday 9th May 10.00 - 16.00 | Sunday 10th May 10.00 - 15.00
location:
Holy Trinity Boar Lane, Boar Lane, Leeds. West Yorkshire. LS1 6HW