It has been a long time between posts! Even so, I have been busy “doing” as I did decide to take a long break from interviews and reviews and focus on my own illustration practice. I guess I just decided to call the interview side of things a “six year project”. I have done a bit of writing in the ... Read More ..read more

By Celeste Hawkins   From now on, I have decided that each week I’m going to post some good all round advice and tips on what might attribute to a successful small Arts business, or any business for that matter! Being consistent is one of those attributes that I would put way up high on the list of importance when ... Read More ..read more

Hi all-its been a while! As I mentioned in my last post, I’ve recently become one of the over 1,000 participants taking a MATS Bootcamp course over at Lilla Roger’s site “Make Art That Sells”. I’m into my third month and I have to say I’m really enjoying it. This has cost me around $96 US for the 6 month ... Read More ..read more

  Here’s to a new creative year! Happy 2018! I’ve been reminiscing about badgers and squirrels. I really miss the Woodland animals from England and I used to go badger spotting. I realise these creatures are seen as pests by many too. Well, they’re a bit of a novelty for me! I’m already working on some textile sculptural works and I’m ... Read More ..read more

Popping this quick one in for Illustration Friday. Have a great week!   ..read more

Here is a portrait I’ve been ploughing away at for a few days. The owner of this sweet little dog is a graphic designer and musician. I don’t know them very well but every time we have met-they have always left an impression on me. Some personalities are like that and then you have no choice but to draw them! ... Read More ..read more

This week folks, I’m reflecting on my ETSY shop. I’d love you to have a gander and see what you think! I’ve got a new Spoilt Bunny sign and Christmas cards are back again. However, my lovely little shop needs more attention- I know. I’ve been open for 11 months and it’s been growing very slowly. As other life demands ... Read More ..read more

A perfect title for my latest drawing. Actually, the title is : Imagined Self Portrait II. The title of this post is the subject of illustration Friday’s topic for this week. I’m still exploring the use of prismacolour pencils and enjoy the pastel like effects without all the smudginess. This time I’ve used a smooth fabriano bristol paper 250gsm. Need ... Read More ..read more