Artist Lynda Cookson reveals the true birth of creativity through her interviews with artists about their lives, their creative process, and their philosophies. 

Cookson, herself an artist and author, embarks upon a journey that takes her behind the scenes, where she reveals the evolution of art to the masses. She interviewed over one hundred painters about their work and their histories, and chose a handful of their profiles to represent the stunning development of a piece of art and the growth of the artists who create it. 

In Tea ‘n Turps, Cookson shares these artists’ fears, joys, and triumphs through their inspiring stories and spectacular artwork, and, in turn, changes our perspective on art forever.

About the Author



Lynda Cookson is a writer and painter. She began her career as a newspaper columnist in Kwa-Zulu Natal, where she reviewed crafts, books, and music. She has since written “how-to” books in the field of arts, has contributed articles to many Irish magazines, and has been curator and contributor to the Art in the West catalogue. She currently lives in the West of Ireland with her husband Alan, and is developing three more books, including another in the Tea ‘n Turps series. Her work can be found at Lynda Cookson.