About Us
It all began as Loveartnortheast in 2013 with one small monthly arts' event. Within a few months we had doubled in size and soon had several other venues in Newcastle-upon-Tyne where we were based.
The pandemic and a house move to north Northumberland, led to a change of direction.
Online artists' studios were created, a new website built with a name change.
The studios are now home to around 50 artists and continue to grow alongside our live events.
In 2025 we're continuing our journey with the launch of an annual art trail with more venues across Northumberland and the Scottish Borders.
Meet our team
Lesley McNish
Creative Director
Lesley founded The Tin Shed (formerly Loveartnortheast) after a long career as a television reporter. Her aim is to help take quality art and artisan craft to a wider audience across the North of England and Scottish Borders.
Missy Moo Moo
The Real Boss
Behind every great organisation is a cat. Missy has been with The Tin Shed for the past 7 years.She likes to do her thinking inside the box - any box will do - but this particular one has her aspirational name on it.
Our Journey (so far)
Here's a little look back at some of the amazing events and venues we've staged over the past 11 years.
Christmas Arts' Fair, Nicholas Cathedral Newcastle
ArtFest, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Art in Alnmouth, Hindmarsh Hall, Alnmouth
Annual Festive Fair St Nicholas Cathedral
Charity Art Fair, Children Northeast, Biscuit Factory
Art at Etal, Ford and Etal
Northbound Exhibition, Newcastle Central Station
Northbound Exhibition, Newcastle Central Station
Art at Etal, Ford and Etal, Northumberland
Artisan Festive Fair, Ellingham Hall, Northumberland
Northbound Exhibition
Art in the Castle, Ayton Castle, Eyemouth
Art in Alnwick, Northumberland
Whalton Art Fairs
Art in the Castle, Ayton Castle, Eyemouth
Louisa Waterford Prize, Lady Waterford Hall
First Friday Arts Steamers, Newcastle Central Station
Jesmond Art Fair
Annual Festive Fair, St Nicholas Cathedral
Art Fair Kirknewton Heritage Day, Northumberland