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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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Gathering Inspiration
One of the most regular questions I get asked is where I find my inspiration. I guess as an abstract painter, the source of inspiration isn’t always as obvious as it is with representational artists. When I remember I do try to post photos if there has been a very obvious prompt. I did this…
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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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Studio Remodel
Many of you may have been following my various posts on social media and my blog documenting the restyle of my home studio. Well, I’m finally ready to show you the results! Just in case you were unaware, for the last few months of 2023 my studio was in a state of flux. I had…
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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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Journaling
I’ve just finished my first journal – not a diary as such. I’ve never been one for writing a diary. But after watching the Life2Art immersion I thought I’d make an effort and try journaling. In the past the only journals I’ve created have been visual ones – grid journals and sketchbooks. This is the…
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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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Days Out
Over the past few weeks I have been out and about and had a few really interesting days….. Unison Colour A few weeks ago I spotted a sales offer on Unison pastels at Jackson’s Art. I use pastels a lot in my art but tend to favour Sennelier oil pastels. I use these as I’m…
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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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