Raspberry Doodles

Yesterday for the first time I stood up for the value of my art. I said I am an artist who produces quality work and I deserve to be paid for the work that I do. I was cross because I felt that someone had questioned my integrity. They did me a favour because it [...]

This weekend is another chance to see my artwork close up at The Isle of Wight Garlic Festival. The festival mixes food, music, live entertainment, arts and good family fun.  It is my husband’s favourite event of the year and it means I can’t go near him for 2 or 3 days till the garlic [...]

This is one of my biggest drawings to date again and is my first two dog portrait. This commission is the one that was auctioned for The Earl Mountbatten Hospice so it is a real pleasure to do. Charity auctions are always a risk as you don’t have as much control over what you draw [...]

I have finished this portrait and I am happyish with it. I can see the flaws and where I can improve but I didn’t overwork it which is progress. It also captures the feel of the moment and the love between father and daughter….I think so anyway. The two subjects are delighted with it which [...]

It has been so busy since the Open Studios event that I have not visited my blog at all.  Once again you have my apologies but there has been a lot happening which I will share with you this week. The Open Studios was a lovely weekend and very successful for me in many ways.  [...]

I have done this image before on a smaller scale but here is the ‘grown up’ version.  This was drawn in the beautiful evening sunshine last night…..just before it turned back to winter. If you like these designs you can buy them as t-shirts and bags here. **Shameless Promotion** make custom gifts at Zazzle

I am excited today……these arrived in a big box. And the exciting bit is…… ……..Oscar and I are in the book I know you may not find this as exciting as me but I am verrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrry excited Hmmmmm  Guess that means I had better get some work done.