Why turning 40 isn't so bad (except when it is..)
ALERT: super indulgent writing ahead It’s no secret that I have no love for turning 40 this year. I had been dreading the ageing for a...


To GTS or not to GTS
I've been undertaking some fabulous courses from Make Art That Sells to improve my chances of getting more illustration work. Every year...


Five reasons why learning papercutting isn’t just about the Art of Papercutting
The Art of Patience I have little patience with many aspects of my life outside of art but surprised myself completely when I first tried...


The mattress of life
It's that time again when I write about how I'm feeling in the hopes of helping myself out of a slump. There's quite a lot of discussion...


How I overcame a fear of drawing faces
Drawing faces, and people, has always made me feel a bit uncomfortable. It's taken me my whole life to realise that I can do it and feel...


How to book an Artful Art workshop
1. FINDING THE RIGHT WORKSHOP FOR YOU OR YOUR CHILD What are your interests? What skills to do you want to learn and try? What date and...


Is the Paper Art workshop right for your child?
I've got some information for you about the Artful Art Paper Art workshop which will hopefully help you to decide if it's right for your...


Portfolio project
Hi there! I've just finished the first assignment in my illustration course. January's project was a children's book cover project...


Valentines Cards 2018: Illustrated Favourites
Fed up of the same boring and insipid Valentine's Day cards? Here's a handy guide to some refreshing, illustrated options for you. I've...


Designing the Love
I've been designing some LOVEly things!! It all started last year when I made this papercut called All The Love. I then made a wedding...

