Just got back from a wonderful (and too short) holiday in Cornwall; my imagination running rampant with visits to stunning smugglers coves, precariously built tin mines sitting on the cliffs that have stood the tests of time and the mysterious creeks of the Helford River where French pirates used to hide. I half expected to see men wearing tricornered hats and meet beautiful women called Demelza. We didn't though, apparently we were a few weeks late for the filming of the coastal scenes in the 'Poldark' series, adapted for the BBC.
Summer of Love and the Consciousness Revolution: Guest blog with Rudi Somerlove
Very excited to see my poster hanging behind an absolute hero of mine, Cambridge Biologist, Dr Rupert Sheldrake (sitting right of photo). If you have never heard of him, look him up. He is the brains behind Morphic Resonance and the author of the ironically titled bestseller, 'The Science Delusion', which scrutinises a series of ten dogmas within the scientific arena with dynamic and credible arguments in an effort to push the parameters and 'Set Science Free', which is the USA title.
Todmorden Open Studios is finally here!
Finally here, Todmorden Open Studios 2017 (8th, 9th and 10th September, 11am - 5pm)! It's going to be a fabulous weekend with 50 artists showing their work, either in their own homes, studios or in venues around Tod. Brochures are dotted all over town, but you might want to head toward the Todmorden Informations Centre to get one so you can navigate your way round. May I suggest you start in Cornholme and make your way through Todmorden, down to Walsden. Pop in and say hello over a cup of tea!
This year I am showing my work with the very talented Goldsmiths artist, film maker and fellow Cornholme neighbour, Clare Pearl. She paints exquisite works of colour abstract and glorious drips in oil. I am a big fan of her work, so I am very happy to have her on board and showing in my home.
Here is a little bit about my work, ' As a trained Illustrator, the underpinning discipline to harriet's work is drawing and how to work with representation as a strong tool for communication. This year's work at Todmorden Open Studios 2017 represents her enjoyment of this craft. Harriet uses a series of photos, drawings from life and imagination with a splash of subtle humour to get her message across. Most of the work is for sale, however, the exhibition also acts as a portfolio of work for any potential commissions and collaborations (realising your own visual ideas and projects through Harriet).
Harriet's commissions and collaborations have been an eclectic mix of greetings cards, graphic design, posters and portraits. She has also exhibited her work throughout the UK.'
See you at mine :)
Todmorden Open Studios 2017
Only a month to go for the great Todmorden Open Studios 2017 show and I'm very excited because I am fortunate enough to be showing my work with some amazing talent. Lots of artists studios and their homes will be open to the public and will be well worth the visit.
What a pair of Great Tits!
The original (in pencil and gouache) is now winging it's way over to the States where it has found a forever home! I like this illustration a lot. I will make copies and frame for the upcoming exhibition in September and I will add to my Shop for anyone who can't make the exhibition but would like a copy.
I've turned into an AI Bot! Help!
I'm sorting all my artwork out at the moment and framing the work that I like. There is tons of it unframed. Multiple portfolios, a brimming plan chest and artwork tacked to the walls in my studio. This is fun, I'm in the zone :)