In Xanadu did Kubla Khan…..
On this day in 1772 English poet, philosopher and theologian Samuel Taylor Coleridge was born. I remember reading his famous poem Kubla Khan in English lessons at school and whilst I wasn’t a huge fan of the works of the other Romantic poets this one did stick with me….. Kubla Khan In Xanadu did Kubla Khan A stately pleasure-dome decree: Where Alph, the sacred river, … Continue reading In Xanadu did Kubla Khan…..
Inktober 20
a bit predictable I’m afraid Continue reading Inktober 20
Inktober 19
Today’s sketch – the prompt was scorched Continue reading Inktober 19
Inktober 18
Here’s yesterday’s Continue reading Inktober 18
Inktober 16
prompt for today is angular Continue reading Inktober 16
Oscar Wilde
On 16th October 1854 Oscar Fingal O’Flahertie Wills Wilde entered the world in Dublin. Better known as Oscar Wilde, Wilde was educated at Trinity College, Dublin and Magdalen College, Oxford and went on to be a leading light in literature. Famed for his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray published in 1891, many believe his greatest talent was writing plays, and he went on to … Continue reading Oscar Wilde
Autumnal Recipe: Roasted Parsnip Soup
This dish is perfect for cold evenings – warm and hearty and full of veggie goodness. To make you’ll need the ingredients listed below and that should make enough for around 5-6 people. 500g parsnips 75g freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil 20g butter 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon plain flour 1.5 litres chicken stock (a bit less if you like … Continue reading Autumnal Recipe: Roasted Parsnip Soup
Inktober 11 and 12
Prompt for day 11 is cruel – not a great sketch Prompt for the 12 is Whale Continue reading Inktober 11 and 12
Inktober 8 and 9
almost caught up prompt for the 8th is star – so a bit of an obvious doodle prompt for the 9th is precious Continue reading Inktober 8 and 9
Pirate Party Pack
Bit of a lazy blog today I’m afraid – here’s a round up of the crafts I put together for the pirate party pack Continue reading Pirate Party Pack
