2022 Round up
I’ve done a little recap of the year because I wanted to take a moment to look back on the projects I’ve completed. I often find that when I’m working on a project I can’t share it because it’s top-secret, and then by the time the work comes out I’m onto something else, so often I forget to even share the work that I’ve done! So it’s nice to look back and reflect on a year full of book covers, greetings cards, editorial illustration, books and online courses.
A Feature in Art Supplies by Uppercase
My work has been featured in the beautiful new book Art Supplies, by Uppercase magazine. If you haven’t heard of them, Uppercase produce beautiful magazines and books focused on arts and crafts.
New book -Watercolour Life
I am so, so excited to announce my new book, Watercolour Life! I worked on this book in and out of lockdown, throughout my pregnancy and during Herbie’s early days; it is a true labour of love. It brings together everything people loved about The Joy of Watercolour and teaches you lots of new skills and techniques with 40 beautiful projects to paint
Fear of the Blank Page
I don’t personally like the phrase ‘creative block’, but fear of the blank page is definitely real! As an artist and an art teacher I have learnt there are so many things that can hold people back from be creative. Having no ideas, having too many ideas, perfectionism and worrying the painting will be a failure, worrying about wasting expensive materials, and good old fear of the blank page.
The Joy of Watercolor Book Launch
This week I celebrated the UK launch of my book and I have to say after my wedding it was probably the happiest evening of my life. I’m so lucky to have such incredible friends and family who made the evening so special.
Watercolour in Blossom with Papier
Earlier in the year I had the chance to work with Papier, one of my favourite clients, on some content for their magazine. T
How to Sketch While You Travel
Is there anything more relaxing than sitting painting in the sunshine whilst on holiday? However it’s so easy to pack your paints and sketchbook in your suitcase and then leave them there all week! I’m definitely guilty of taking my art materials on holiday, but never actually using them. When you are on holiday and you’ve got a limited amount of time to do and see things it can be difficult to make time to sketch. Here are my top tips for making it happen.
Writing a Watercolour Book!!
Spending the summer working on my dream project and writing a book all about watercolours.
National Stationery Week
Happy National Stationery Week! I love stationery and I'm not the only one. I don't know why stationery bring so much joy. Maybe because it's an affordable treat that can be both practical and beautiful.
My Favourite Art Materials
I often get asked about the art materials I use, so I thought I'd list some of my favourites here.
Watercolour Competition with P&O Ferries
This was such a lovely campaign to be a part of. It was such a joy to receive a new photo to paint every 2 days, it was so exciting to see who P&O Ferries had picked every day!