At this time of year lots of people start planning new routines to get themselves organised. Organisation is key to being successful in any business. From years and years of being a teacher, where every second of our lesson time and indeed our free time was precious beyond belief, I have 30 years of time management and organisation skills honed to a tee. There is a myth that creative thinkers are chaotic and disorganised… though I’ll admit that part of my need for planning and organisation has definitely stemmed from my years of being a teacher and now they are serving me well in my years of ..read more

 Join Me in Reliving the Excitement and Heartwarming Moments at the Show. Hey there, lovely readers! I'm back from an exhilarating three days at The New Forest Show, and boy, am I exhausted! But let me tell you, it was an absolute blast! The show brought together so many wonderful people, and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you who stopped by my stand to say hello. Your presence made the experience even more special for me. One of the most delightful aspects of the show was meeting countless new faces who were previously unfamiliar with my work. It's truly exciting to ..read more

Every single business book I have read has talked about risk-taking. Encouraging future entrepreneurs to take the leap and to  commit yourself to the glory that lies ahead! And every art book kind of does the same thing...  As an artist we carefully learn about colour and composition, we study the masters, we perfect our craft then you read a book and it says chuck all that knowledge out the window and take risk. It's mind boggling. Anthony Robbins suggests "If you want to take the island; you've got to burn the boats" The thing is, contrary to popular belief about ..read more

"Arteon"; a stag print. I'm often asked what is  the difference between a print and an original. Sometimes the quality of a print is so good, it looks like an original. What do artists even mean by an original? So this blog is here to help.  Don't let the terms artists and galleries  use put you off buying something you love. Here's my guide to help you understand exactly what you're buying. Printing processes are so sophisticated now that if you've seen one of my prints, you'd be forgiven for thinking they are paintings.  So I thought it was time to explain what's what ..read more

I started my own art business in September 2014 after a 20 year career in teaching! I knew how to paint  but I had no idea how I was going to be able to turn my passion  into my full-time job and my full-time living. Now seven years on I'm happy to say I'm a successful artist and loving my life. If you have doubts about your abilities in business or if you're able to make your passion your business read on and get the mindset to realise your dreams! Read on for more info or click the button to sign up. It's free by the way! Sign up for the mindset makeover here I read Carrie Gree ..read more

Postage and packing! I'm asked about why I charge for postage and packing and how safe the artwork really is! I have robust, bespoke made cardboard boxes for all my larger framed prints and all my original paintings. If you order online you want to be sure that your order will arrive in good condition. So do I. So this little video explains how ..read more

When I went on safari in Kenya last year I took two luxury sketchbooks with me and filled them up! When I returned I showed an artist friend of mine. She loved flicking through the pages and looking at the sketches and watercolour paintings inside. Her young son, also a budding artist got so inspired when he saw my books she begged me to create a printed version. ​ I was leading up to my solo show, "Into Africa" and I simply didn't have time. But she suggested that I created a printed version that was completely unedited. Basically like a deluxe photocopy of all of both my sketchbooks put to ..read more

Get your paints out and come and join me in painting a beautiful bunny. I have all the resources you'll need right here! I have a resource photo courtesy of pixabay. I have created an outline sketch for you to copy or to trace. Print off the outline, then simply rub a soft pencil over the back of the outline sketch. Then carefully turn it over and rest it onto your watercolour paper, or thick cartridge paper. Follow the outline with a nice sharp pencil. This will force the graphite from the opposite site onto your paper, giving you a nice outline to work from. ​ Alternatively, if y ..read more

 Just before we had to close up the exhibition due to the Corona virus, I managed to create a video for you. So if you'd planned to come but couldn't. This just is for you. ​Watch with the sound on, as I talk you through it. All of the originals that have not yet been sold are still available from Fishterton Mill.  You can buy "browser prints" from me ..read more

We are living in extraordinary time and I know that as well as genuine fear of what is happening surrounding the Coronavirus, we also have anxiety about how to mentally cope if we are at home for long periods of time. What are the kids going to do? Hang on, what am I going to do? How do I stay calm? Well happy kids make a happy house, so here are some things to help us if we have to self isolate or socially distance from other s in the coming weeks and months I have often written about the importance of art in my life in keeping my anxiety at bay and generally keeping my happy and healthy ..read more