The Poly
24 Church St, Falmouth : 01326 319461
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society
What's On Calendar
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Exhibitions // Coming up
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CATHY EASTMENT, GORDON VIRGO, JANIE CAMERON, VICKI CLARK: SALT STONE AIR
An exhibition bringing together the work of four artists whose practices are shaped by an attentiveness to elemental forces— fluidity, structure, and space.
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BETHAN MCFADDEN, JO HOUSE, MARTIN TOMSKY: THE EXQUISITE CORPSE
A mixed media, transcultural anatomical being, contemplating death, dissolution and transformation. This collaborative installation combines drawing, stained glass and laser-cut plywood by three artists. Additional works by the individual artists also on show.
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Secret Postcard Exhibition
A fun, vibrant fundraising exhibition which sees local artists exhibit their designs on A6 postcards!
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CHARLOTTE EASINGWOOD: REFLECTIONS
Through ceramics and illustration Charlotte explores an imagined connection to animals.
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JULIAN CHRISTOPHERS: CORNWALL MY HOME
A chance to enjoy a selection of Julian's distinctive, vibrant work reflecting local life in Cornwall.
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PAUL RYAN: COLOURIST ABSTRACTION
Paul Ryan's recent work involves abstract colourful paintings on wood. Pouring paint liquifies forms and shapes, control becomes temporary or inconsistent and skills are tested, knowledge pushed, so that the works find definition, in the end.
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BEN BAKER: DRAWING IN WIRE
Ben is returning to The Poly for a two week stint and he’s been busy. Enjoy his wire drawings and engage with his automata.
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THEO CRUTCHLEY-MACK: NAUTICA
A body of work created over recent months, continuing Theo's material-focused approach to painting. Inspired by Cornwall's maritime landscape, the works explore the forms of weathered boats and the remnants of harbour life left behind by the tide.
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THE ENAMEL SOCIETY: CONTEMPORARY ENAMELLING: AN EXPLORATION OF FORM
A show of contemporary enamelled vessels and wall hung artwork. Included in the show is an exhibition of enamelling techniques that have influenced current enamelling practice including work from the world renowned enameller Jane Short and Maureen Carswell.
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ALICIA TREWHELLA: BLUE
Alicia's 2026 exhibition shows an eclectic mix of fishing boats, harbours and seascapes. Summer's vivid colours and deep shadows are an inspiration for her work, all of which is new this year.
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LESLEY HARRY, SUE DAVIS, JANE SMITH: BALANCE
Paintings, Prints, Ceramics and Glass. The trio's new work explores how colour, scale and form can be combined to achieve asymmetric balance.
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GEORGIE HARRISON: GEE BY THE SEA
The award-winning seascape artist is back at The Poly with her signature style that blends spontaneity, realism and painterly impressionism.
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Rose of Nevada with Live Score (15)
‘A Cornish modern classic. Eerie, heart-breaking, wonderful.’—Mark Kermode Live Score from Director Mark Jenkin...
Find out moreCHRISTOPHER WOOD (1901 - 1930)
The story of Christopher Wood, a naïve artist whose unique vision of the world was cut tragically short. ...
Find out moreChildren’s Pottery – Mythical Creatures
Delve into the wondrous world of mythical creatures in our make-and-take pottery workshop! ...
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