Have you ever woken up unsure of what you want to paint, draw, or create? We’ve all had those ‘I’m not feeling it’ days. But fear not! I have a quick and easy way to ignite your inspiration and get those creative juices flowing. The best part? It won’t take much time, and the end […]
Artistic Indecision: When inspiration takes a coffee break! Read More »
I want to share with you a personal tale of artistic inspiration. This is about the profound influence of a remarkable Australian painter, Clarice Beckett on me. Her captivating works have not only transformed the way I perceive the world but have also ignited my own creativity. Clarice Beckett’s work Before we dive into the
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I don’t know if you’ve ever been rejected as an artist, but, it stings, it hurts and it’s a bit demoralising! This week I had my first rejection. I put a piece of art forward for a juried competition. What this means is that you send in a digital image of your artwork. It is
Artists, rejection and the fine art of turning ‘no’ into Picasso!! Read More »
A comical journey in natural dyeing! With my recent forays into bookmaking, it has naturally (well, at least I think it’s natural!) led to me trying to find interesting papers to use in those books. I already had some interesting papers, but they lacked individuality. This is because they were mass printed from the one
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In a fast-paced world dominated by digital technology, there is something truly magical about the art of handmade bookmaking. The process of transforming raw materials into a tangible creation, filled with personal stories and artistry, provides a deep sense of satisfaction and fulfillment. As a passionate bookmaker, I have discovered a world where the creative
The joy of handmade bookmaking: a tale of endless inspiration! Read More »
Have you ever looked at a piece of art and wondered what on earth it was about, or what it might mean? Or even what you are supposed to get out of a piece of art? Is there even meaning it art at all? Believe me, you’re not alone! Often we think that artwork has
Is there meaning in art? Read More »
Finding time for your art, especially if you have a job, children, or other responsibilities, can sometimes be really difficult. I was in this position for a long time (only about 30 years or so!!! not long at all!). I kept getting sidetracked by life. I was a sole parent with two sons to raise,
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I’ve recently participated in two Instagram challenges – in actual fact, one of them is still going and I have less than 20 days left to go! So, I thought I’d share 10 lessons I’ve learned from doing these art challenges. I started out with the 100 day project #the100dayproject, which is the one that
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