The Journal
The important role of a sketchbook in my creative journey
A sketchbook acts as a visual diary, capturing the artist's journey, thoughts, and inspirations in a raw and unfiltered form. Throughout history, countless renowned artists have utilized sketchbooks to develop their artistic…
Exploring the World of Color: The benefit of creating swatches
As illustrators using traditional mediums, we embark on a never-ending journey of buying art supplies, and exploring the vast realm of colours to bring our visions to life on canvas or paper. With each new tube of paint …
Northcote Entranceway
I've just had the delightful experience of completing a small commission for Northcote, a charming establishment nestled not too far from my home in the enchanting Forest of Bowland. Northcote is a prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant and hotel, exuding elegance and nestled amidst lush grounds…
National Meadows Day Sign
The first Saturday in July each year marks a special occasion close to my heart - National Meadows Day, dedicated to celebrating the beauty of wildflower meadows. As an…
Story Behind the Map - Northcote Magazine
I had the privilege of being featured in the esteemed Northcote's magazine, where I had the opportunity to delve into the intricacies of my work and the creative journey that …
Wildflower Zine
In January of 2022, a strong sense of commitment drove me to create a visual artefact aimed at spreading a crucial message regarding the plight of our precious wildflower meadows…
The Story Behind the Map - Discover Bowland
I recently had a captivating conversation with Mark Sutcliff of Salar Media, an experience that culminated in an insightful interview featured within the pages of the Discover Bowland publication. Our …
Live Ribble Valley - Feature
During the early onset of winter, I had the pleasure of engaging in an illuminating conversation with editor Jan Woolley for a feature in Live Ribble Valley magazine. The spotlight was…
Pendle Hill Story Map
In the spring of 2022, I embarked on an intriguing journey as Cathy Hopely and Hetty Burne tasked me with creating a captivating story map for the Pendle Hill landscape partnership project. The goal was ambitious yet inspiring…