I run a lettercarving studio on the edge of Cumbria, in the Yorkshire Dales. Here I carve commissions for inscriptions including memorials, garden features and house signs. I make pieces for exhibiting and lettering designs for interiors.
I also carry out public art projects, often working on site. My main interest is in exploring the illustrative and decorative aspects of lettering, and this has been the chief activity in my workshop for the past thirty years. Experiments with linoprinting for lettering projects have led more recently to forays into wallpaper and fabric design.
Lettercarving courses in 2025: I will be running a 3-day workshop at Broadrake Bunk Barn near Ingleton from Wednesday 16th - Friday 18th July. See courses page for more details. To book, email info@piphall.co.uk
On Monday 3rd March, 7.30pm I will be giving a talk at the York Artworkers Association. I will be exploring the illustrative approach I often take in my lettering. More information is available at www.yorkartworkers.org.uk
