BRAND NEW! - Collar Clips

You can now wear my art on your collar! Simply clip each pendant to your collar tip and voila .. beautiful!

I have also released some new keyring pendants in antique silver. These new pendants have a little pine cone charm too! (I love these)

I will be at Lichfield Guildhall, Staffordshire, tomorrow from 10am - 4pm. Come and say hello and buy your last minute stocking filler treats :)

// FEATURED IN // 1000 Portrait Illustrations

My work has been featured in this wonderful publication, 1000 Portrait Illustrations, and I have finally managed to get myself a copy to show you all.

Last year, shortly after leaving University, I was approached by the author to be featured in the 'realistic' section of the book. I was amazed that my work had been recognised and considered to feature alongside some truly amazing illustrators, most of whom had inspired my work throughout my time at University.

It is a fantastic feeling to see my work published,  although it is also quite strange seeing my University work there... My whole way of working has changed so much since then!

Anyway here's a peek if you can't get to Waterstones!

The book is divided into two sections- realistic and experimental portraiture work and displays a range of different styles. It's the perfect resource book for anyone interested in portraits.

Etsy store launches this Friday!

I have finally got my act together with my Etsy shop preparations. All my products are made, packaging is prepared, shots have been taken, and I am now ready to launch my online shop, which will open this Friday-November 30!

I have already had some fantastic feedback from some WIP images I've posted on my Facebook page and I am hoping all the effort and hardwork will pay off with the launch of my shop (Fingers crossed)

All products are adorned with my pencil illustrations and are made by hand, by me. The array of wonderful little gift ideas are sure to delight your eyes.

Anyway, here is a little taster... and be sure to check back on Friday with a link to my new online shop :)

Bookmarks for you bookworms..

Finished off my labels for these beauties today! Perfect gift for those bookworm friends of yours :)

My Etsy shop will be open, soon! .. I promise! 

Craft Fair News

Last Saturday was my first craft fair of the season!

The last few weeks I have been very busy preparing all my stock, including the launch of a new range of products.  (I blogged about those here). Although the fair was disappointingly quiet and footfall was low, I still managed to sell quite a few little gifts and I had some great feedback on my new range.

My little helper was my little sister who I roped in to keep me company all day- Big thanks to Jenny!

 

My Best seller on the day was my vintage style owl keyring.. with two more fairs to go before Christmas and only one of these left, I think I best make some more!

Find me and my handmade treats at Lichfield Guildhall craft fair on:

Saturday 17th November 10am-4pm

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Saturday 15th December 10am-4pm

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New product launch - 'A Woodland Walk'

The last few weeks have been a little stressful to say the least! I have been crazily working away at my desk... scribbling, note-taking, drawing and sewing to produce a whole new range of products adorned with my hand drawn illustrations, ready to launch for Christmas.

I decided to be a little experimental and dip into processes and techniques that I have never worked with before. Although a little scary to begin with, I took to the sewing machine and tested a few bits of material to see what I could put together. (We did have a few fall outs, but me and the sewing machine are now best friends).

With the release of a new range handmade products, I have also launched a brand new special collection, on trend for this season, called ‘Woodland Walk’. This collection is inspired by woodland animals and has been created to bring a quaint, charming and beautiful touch to an array of homewares and gifts.

The Woodland Walk collection includes cushions, cosmetics purses, small coin purses, keyrings, necklace pendants and bookmarks. The collection will be available to buy from this Saturday at my first Christmas fair...

If anyone is interested in buying any of my new homewares and gifts, please get in touch. I will also be attending a few craft fairs in the lead up to Christmas, where all new products will be available along with some other bits and pieces. Dates and venues as follows:

Saturday 3rd November - St Pauls, Walsall 10am-4pm
Saturday 17th November -Lichfield Guildhall, Lichfield 10am-4pm
Saturday 15th December - Lichfield Guildhall, Lichfield 10am-4pm

If you can't make it to any of these venues then stay tuned as I will hopefully be opening an online shop this coming month! Yay!

You can follow my Facebook page here, where I also regularly post up photos and updates of new happenings...

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Images 36 Book Launch & Exhibition - Mini Film

My wonderful cousin filmed and edited some footage from the Images 36 exhibition and book launch. This is a mini film that he has produced from the evening at Somerset house.

My Ghost Bike illustration was selected for 'New Talent' in the Images 36 Best of British Illustration publication. (If you missed it..read up my recent post here!)

Somerset House from Matt Emons on Vimeo.