Pinterest Picks: Studio Spaces

I have been dreaming of a new and more spacious studio to draw and lino print in. Pinterest is the best place to scour for inspiration! My boards are slowly growing with beautiful images. These are my favourite art studio inspired pins.

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New Christmas Card Designs

I have been busy designing and carving new block prints for my Christmas card range. Here is a sneak peek at one of the designs..


This is how I start a new design. A rough sketch in pencil which I then transfer on to the lino by rubbing the back of the paper and leaving the pencil markings on the lino.



I was going to make it a cleaner image, and tidy up all the black marks around the letters but I have decided I like it that way. Now I have to get printing the design on cards!

I'm Back

I am now back to work after a much needed break from designing, printing and drawing. I was feeling burnt out and I really needed a break from everything, mostly the computer and the internet, to recharge and find inspiration and the urge to create again.

I feel much more ready and excited to take on the Christmas rush and get to work.

Thank you to everybody who visited my stall at the Handmade Canberra markets last month! It was so nice to meet you all. Also a huge thanks to the hugely talented photographer Erin Dando who took these gorgeous photos of my stall! Check out her website, I just love every picture on there. xx

Market Preparation

These past couple of weeks have been wonderfully busy for me. Wholesale orders, markets and orders from lovely etsy and MadeIt customers have taken over my life, but I love it!

I've been lino printing and drawing like mad in preparation for the Handmade Canberra markets on this weekend! I will be there Sunday only, and I can't wait. If you are in the area be sure to pop by and say hello, and check out all the other talented designers.

Sketchbook

A few pages from my current sketchbook. I used to draw in it everyday, just quick rough sketches, but haven't had the time lately. I would love to be able to fill sketchbooks like the ones here.

Shop update

New art prints added to my little shop!

Seed pods

A collection of seed pods Mum and I picked up on our walk today in the park. This tiny little spider came out of one of the cones when I was photographing them, he was so tiny I don't think he even realised I was there. These were collected for an artwork I am working on tonight.

On my desk

A new bird drawing I am working on.

Handmade Canberra Markets - Designer Interview

I am featured today on the Canberra Handmade Market blog with a designer interview! Click here to read it.
I will be at the next market (they are on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th Sept but I will be there Sunday only) selling original art, hand printed stationery and other goodies.

I was browsing the Handmade Canberra website and found these designers who will be showing their wares at the next market.  The items are all handmade and all beautiful!

1. Ink & Weave tea towel
2. Temono bag
3. bilingual ring
4. Bumble Australia candles

Custom Monogram Artworks

Last night was spent in the studio drawing more little letters. Custom orders are very welcome, with letters and flowers of your choice!