Behind the Scenes

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Thoughts, processes and ideas behind the illustrations.

  • Glowing Heads and Paper Planes: Painting Science Fiction

    I’m part of an art group that meets weekly at a local library. When I moved to Dorset, I didn’t know any creative people, and missed the camaraderie of the gallery in Banbury. Having a time to meet with others and draw together is valuable to me, it helps to feel part of a group…

  • From Research to Final Artwork: A Process for Creating Illustrated Maps

    Most maps are designed to get you from one place to another. Illustrated maps do something slightly different: they help you understand and connect with a place. What I love about hand drawn maps Illustrated maps are some of my favourite projects to work on. They require a different approach to problem solving than illustrating…

  • Sakura Blossom Art: A Storytelling Approach

    Latest painting, inspired by spring blossoms, hot springs and fairytales. A travel guide to Japan had me fantasising about sakura flowers, onsens, and finding peace in nature. I painted this in February, looking forward to spring. This one is acrylic gouache on A3 watercolour paper, which I love for its matte poster effect, while the…