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The Value of Slow Progress
Some weeks don’t go to plan. Between the disappointment of the World Cup and a long-overdue session painting the garden railings, studio time has been limited. But I’ve still been finding moments to continue my sea-inspired abstracts on paper—a reminder that creative progress doesn’t have to be fast to be meaningful.
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Reimagining the Sea
Exploring the emotional landscape of the coastline through layered abstraction and pared-back palettes.
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Finding Clarity, Community and Beauty in Imperfection
For years, I’ve tried to squeeze as many studio hours into my week as possible. If there were spare hours to be found, I would be in front of my painting wall, mixing paints or working in my sketchbook. Recently, though, that rhythm has shifted. Some of it has been due to circumstances beyond my…
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How to Create an Inspiration Board for Your Art
Over the past couple of months, I’ve experienced a burst of creative focus and productivity, which, quite frankly, is unusual for me. Before this, I found myself painting without much direction, hopping between different ideas, and struggling to commit to a project or series that truly sparked my passion. During some much-needed reflection time over…
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All the ‘ations’!
My last blog post was all about gathering inspiration. Today is about preparation so all the ‘ations’! Alnmouth Arts Festival In June I am taking part in a 2 day Arts Festival. It takes place in Alnmouth, a rather gorgeous small village on the coast of Northumberland. Over the past few years, the village has…
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New Chapter
As I’ve had just over a month as a full time artist, I thought I’d share some insights into what I’ve learned and how the transition has gone. I guess it’s worth saying that having worked continuously for over 30 years I fully expected to struggle with the transition. Particularly with the lack of structure.…
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Happy 2024!
Happy New Year!!! I hope you have all had a fabulous festive break and are feeling fit, healthy and positive about 2024. Our Christmas break was somewhat subdued. I tested positive for COVID on the Saturday before Christmas, so that scuppered our plans to see family and friends. To top it off my husband then…
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Sunshine and the Sea
Having recently returned from a two week vacation it feels like the month of May has passed in the blink of an eye! We had two fantastic weeks on the beautiful island of Mauritius. You can definitely see why it’s a honeymooners destination. Sunshine, clear blue sea, stunning sun rises or sun sets (depending on…
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March Abstract Life
Well we’re almost at the end March and days are feeling lighter and longer. A fact I’m pleased about as we start week 4 of the Creative Visionary Program (CVP) the homework commitment is ramping up so I need plenty of energy to keep on top of things. What I have Been Working On Over…
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The Power of Play
The Power of Play The 1970s was the era of Flower Power, I think 2020s motto should Be the Power Of Play! Play Time Play isn’t something that comes naturally to us once we hit that period of adolescence and descend into adulthood. It come even less naturally after decades of building your career and…
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