November Mini Journal

Hi All,

Another month gone and Christmas fast approaching! I have barely had the time to finish my mini journal for November. But here it is!

That's six months of my challenge complete! Really looking forward to doing a christmassy one for this month!

Bye for now xxx

New Journal

Hello All,

There is a woodland not far away from my house and I often find myself strolling through the trees. It's so peaceful and calm, I love the changing colours as the year unfolds. In autumn especially it is one of my favourite places. Taking inspiration from our little woodland I decided to make a themed journal. It has been a bit of a labour of love and I am truly thrilled with how it turned out:

Included in the journal are eco dyed papers using leaves collected from the woods as well as coffee dyed paper, ink stained tracing paper, woodland ephemera and some original little paintings of my own. The cover is from an old book I found in a charity shop which I thought went perfectly.

It will soon be going up in my etsy shop. I will be sorry to part with it but I hope it will bring enjoyment and a little piece of my corner of the world to whoever gets it.

Bye for now

xxx

New Courses Coming Up!

Hello all,

I am excited to have a few new courses starting up this month. Expressive drawing which is a great way of exploring drawing in a new and exciting way. In this course we explore using different mediums each week including pastels, watercolours and even coffee.

https://www.straightcurves.co.uk/class/expressive-drawing-course/

The second is an Introduction to Art Journaling which is a great way to get started with fantastic techniques to try each week. You also get a handmade journal to start you off.


https://www.straightcurves.co.uk/class/introduction-art-journaling/

Interested? come take a look! 

Bye for now xxx

Published Artist

Hello All!

I am so excited to be featured in the latest issue of Art Journaling magazine!!!!

My article sits alongside some truly inspirational artists and i'm so thrilled to be part of it. For those of you who haven't seen the magazine it is full of tips, techniques and inspiration and well worth a read! You can find a copy at : https://stampington.com/art-journaling 

Bye for now xx

September Mini Journal

Hello All,

Wow it's October already! time is flying. Suddenly Autumn is in the air and it's one of my favourite times of the year. I love the changing colours contrasted with crisp clear blue skies. I get to wear my boots and scarves again, the air is cool but not yet too cold, and woodland walks are full of colour and crunch. My mini journal for September is a reflection of all things Autumnal:

I hope you enjoyed taking a look. I am really enjoying this project so far It's so nice combining all the months photos with the art journaling. I know i'll enjoy looking back at these in years to come.

By for now! xxx

August Mini Journal

Hello all,

Another month has gone by and one full of sunshine, laughter and lots of family time. Here is my little mini journal with all my highlights and favourite moments of August.

We are already halfway through September and I have been collecting bits and bobs to make a start on this months.

Hope you enjoyed taking a look! 

Bye for now xxx

New Journaling Project

Hello All!

Today I thought I would tell you all about my latest project. I have decided that each month I will create mini art junk journal. Each one will be full of colour, texture and memories of that month. So without further a do, here is my completed mini journal for July.

This was so much fun to put together and I love the end result. My aim is to complete one a month for a year. I hope you enjoyed taking a look!

Bye for now! xxx

Exploring Encaustic

Hi All!

Today I thought I would share my continued explorations with encaustic painting. It it so addictive to watch the wax reacting, the colours melting into one another. It is definitely challenging! The medium is unpredictable and hard to control yet so much fun!

For this piece I started with a base of stamped rice paper then experimented adding layers of colour and splashes over the top. It really has a spacey feel to it like a nebula or something and I like how the rice paper still peeks through.

These two miniature pieces are an experiment in using stencils with the wax and also incorporating fabric. I love how these turned out, they are definitely my favourite so far! 

I hope you like how these turned out! I can't wait until I find the time to try some more!

Bye for now xxxx