Artist Lydia Helene Irving

Artist Lydia Helene Irving Beautiful watercolours. Digital Art. Acrylics,
Contemporary Brights ~ Muted Traditionals. I've also tutored for watercolour classes.

I'm a Wallasey based artist/designer, who studied Art Foundation at the Wirral Metropolitan College then went on to do Design Crafts (Glass) HND at Wrexham College of Art. I worked at a stained glass studio and did some hotel work and returned to the Wirral Met do Graphic Design (OND) in the 90s. Since 1996 (before the Internet!) I have been producing work for Exhibitions, Outdoor Shows, Fairs, C

hildren's Book Illustration and Private Commissions. I am interested in Art Publishing, the Greetings Card market and Procreate Art Illustration. Other Private Commissions include; Church Banners, Hand-Painted Glassware, Small Stained Glass Panels, & Bespoke Greeting Cards. Recently I've took part in Liverpool Urban Sketchers and Wallasey Art Society groups to improve outside art skills and people drawing skills.

Barbie the artist
02/09/2026

Barbie the artist

Barbie-Artist

Assorted animals themed artwork.
26/08/2026

Assorted animals themed artwork.

13/08/2026
12/08/2026

Art Club at the walled garden. Liscard

A wooden bear

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11/08/2026

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The doorway of Fort Perch Rock, New Brighton, Wirral with Union Jack.A former defence installation at the mouth of the River Mersey. Built in the 1820s, to defend the Port of Liverpool. Now a tourist attraction and museum and events venue. Grade II listed building. Watercolour painting, and fineline...

With Wallasey Arts Society. Home Farm . Landican
06/08/2026

With Wallasey Arts Society. Home Farm . Landican

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29/07/2026

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Liverpool Liver Building Original ArtCream Bevelled Window MountDimensions:Mount Size: 26.1cm x 33.7cmAperture Size: 16cm x 23.5cmSigned by me.Packed in plastic presentation sleeve

27/07/2026

Bill Bailey has made a point here about something that often gets overlooked.

Most people know him as a comedian, musician and entertainer, but he’s also passionate about the value of the arts and believes they deserve far more recognition than they get.

One thing that surprised many people is his claim that the arts contribute around £124 billion a year to the UK economy, far more than many realise. His point isn’t to knock football or any other industry, but to ask why something that contributes so much economically and culturally is so often treated as an afterthought.

He’s particularly concerned about schools, where music and other creative subjects are often the first to face cuts when budgets are tight. Bill believes learning an instrument or taking part in the arts doesn’t just help children become better performers, it teaches confidence, discipline, teamwork and skills that benefit them throughout life. He also points to evidence suggesting music can improve literacy and numeracy as well.

Another thing he’s passionate about is protecting traditional crafts and practical skills. He believes not everyone learns in the same way, and that creative and hands-on careers deserve just as much respect as academic ones.

Whether you agree with everything he says or not, Bill Bailey makes a strong case that the arts aren’t just there to entertain us. They help shape our culture, support jobs, inspire young people and deserve to be valued far more than they often are.

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Wallasey

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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