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100 Day Project
Six weeks into the 100 Day Project and the initial momentum is starting to fade — but something deeper is beginning to take its place. What started as a simple commitment to show up has quietly become a way back into the studio, back into rhythm, and back into a connection with making that I…
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When Inspiration Runs Dry:
Creativity isn’t always a constant flow — sometimes it arrives quietly, and sometimes it disappears altogether. When I feel uninspired, I’ve learned not to force finished work, but instead to return to simple, grounding creative habits: read my top 21 tips. These small, low-pressure actions keep my hands moving and my mind open, and more…
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A Three-Part Guide for Artists
At the end of the year, I always take time to pause and look at where I’ve been and where I want to go next — both in life and in my art. Over the years, this reflection has evolved into something more structured, and just like last year I’ve created a set of tools…
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The Year Ahead
Turn your ideas into action.The Year Ahead 2026 is your guide to setting clear, achievable goals for your creative practice. It walks you step-by-step through exercises that will help you define your direction, stay focused and bring your artistic ambitions to life. This is your chance to: You’ve reflected on 2025 — now it’s time…
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Inspiration Board Checklist
Sometimes it’s easier to get started with a simple, structured plan. That’s where this printable checklist comes in. Designed as a practical companion to my full guide, this worksheet helps you brainstorm what inspires you, choose the right format for your board, and gather the images, colours, and textures that will bring it to life.…
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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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Inside the Northern Art Fair: An Interview with Artist and Organiser Sheryl Roberts
As the Northern Art Fair prepares to return for another exciting year, I caught up with its founder, artist and organiser Sheryl Roberts, to talk about the journey of the fair, what visitors can expect, and why events like these are vital for both artists and art lovers alike. I will be exhibiting at the…
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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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The Pros and Cons of Social Media for Artists
In my last blog I talked about the value of sketchbooks to an artists practice and also mentioned a 30 day sketchbook challenge that I was co-hosting. The challenge was created by Insight Creative, so Julia and I were very happy to host this on behalf of the Artist mentoring and coaching company. Hosting was…
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Artists Sketchbooks
I’m rarely organised enough to get a post out on the first of the month, let alone a few days earlier but this is my February blog post. I have a rather busy February planned so thought I should get my butt in gear. Today I am kicking off a 30 day sketchbook challenge and…
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