The Shippen at Cantlop is the home and studio of Mary Elliott BA Hons Fine Art. For over twenty years she has been partner at Twenty Twenty Gallery. This website tracks the progress of Mary's artwork as she makes the transition from gallerist to artist. There will also be occasional events, workshops and guest artists.

Season's greetings!

What a year. Stormy is the word, and I think that covers most events worldwide. In peaceful Cantlop, I am grateful that we are still surrounded by a relatively unchanged landscape, that I can sit quietly in a field to draw and paint.

My third and final collection of the year, 'The Year's End', is now available online, and I hope that you will enjoy what is a diverse but interesting group of work. I also hope that you will find some peace and calm whilst your browse.

Thank you to all of you wonderful customers, your support means a lot and gives me hope! If you would like to receive your purchases before Christmas, please order before the 14th December.

Thank you, with love, Mary x

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The Garden

When we moved into the Shippen, the garden was a grassed area bordered by a traditional mixed hedge. It was a blank canvas. Wildegoose Nursery planned and planted a wonderful mix of perennials that have matured into a haven for birds and insects.

Seasonal sketches of the garden will be for sale in the Garden Collection and Available Work.

Garden Collection

Cantlop

Cantlop is the geographic centre of Shropshire. The name was first recorded in the Domesday Book as Cantelop and could have been named by Norman knights, from chante lou (sing wolf). These days it is a slightly untidy group of houses, converted barns and farms, and is pleasantly unremarkable. Ancient field names indicate the character of the site or the owners registration.

Cantlop Collection