Frequently Asked Questions
What materials do you use?
I work with a variety of materials and techniques. I enjoy exploring an eclectic range of media depending upon my interests at the time and what I feel works best with each project. However, I predominantly work with paintings and drawings. Sustainability and environmentally-conscious methods are central to my work and I'm always looking for sustainable alternatives.
The following are materials I use frequently:
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Paintings: I work in acrylic paints, watercolours, coloured pencils and chalk pastels. I sometimes add detail with pen.
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Drawings: I primarily use Sakura Pigma Micron fineliner pens, but i also enjoy drawing with biro. I enjoy producing detailed drawings using linework and dotwork. I often combine my drawings with paint.
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Sketching and surfaces: I have many sketchbooks! I produce sketches in pencil, Sakura Pigma Micron Fineliners and Biro. I often add colour using watercolours, chalk pastels and sometimes acrylics. I use thick papers for sketches and projects, using a variety of hotpressed or coldpressed watercolour papers and acrylic cartridge papers. I also enjoy working with clay and natural objects as surfaces, such as shells, wood and feathers.
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Clay: I use air drying clay and fimo to produce my clay creations. I often combine this with handpainting each piece. I am incredibly interested in ceramics and would love to work with clay more!
Natural Materials: Through sustainable foraging, I enjoy using seasonal, natural materials in my work whether for inspiration or to directly include in weaving, collage, printmaking and more.
Jewellery: I use Fimo to handmake beads to create jewellery, and I sometimes handpaint my jewellery too. I also enjoy working with wire.
clothing: I use acrylic paint combined with fabric medium to handpaint clothing, and iron the designs to fix them to the fabric. I obtain clothing from the most ethical sources i can, often second-hand stores.
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Collage: I enjoy collecting materials that I feel have the potential to be reused, as opposed to being thrown away. I use these materials in my collages, primarily made from recycled magazines, newspapers, packaging and books. I also try to produce packaging for my work using recycled materials.
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Digital: I rarely use digital methods within my work, but i use adobe photoshop to layer scanned in pieces i have created by hand.
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What role does sustainability and environmental protection play in your work?
I am very passionate about sustainability and deepening our connections with nature. I try to weave this into my work both through themes in my creations and the materials I use. I repurpose second-hand clothing/shoes to create my handpainted clothing, to draw away from unethical fast-fashion. I also try to create my work with as little waste as possible, for example by using up leftover pieces of fimo instead of throwing it away. I have a collection of recycled materials - wrapping paper salvaged from present opening, magazines, newspapers, packaging from things ordered, treasures I've hoarded - the list goes on! I use all these materials to hand-make packaging for my creations. None of my packaging is new (except for art print packaging, but I am looking for alternatives) and is always reused/recyclable/recycled. I also love the idea that my packaging can be reused by you to wrap gifts/make collages etc!
Do you sell your art?
You can buy my work via my online Etsy store. If you are interested in a particular creation, or have any suggestions of what you might like to see more of, feel free to contact me! I also attend the occasional craft fair, so do stay in touch to keep updated!
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Do you sell originals or prints?
I currently have one original painting for sale, and I am selling prints of my work. I am also developing my portfolio so that I may print a wider range of material. If you are interested in a particular piece, or have any suggestions on what you might like to see more of, feel free to contact me!
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How can i buy your work?
You can buy my creations through Paypal or my Etsy store. If you are interested in a particular creation, or have any suggestions of what you might like to see more of, feel free to contact me!
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Can I receive updates?
Contact me if you would like to receive updates on Etsy listings or upcoming projects. You can also follow my Instagram to keep updated, or favourite my Etsy shop.
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Do you accept commissions?
I am not currently accepting commissions as I am focusing upon setting up this venture and exploring my work. However, I am very open to accepting commissions in the future, especially if I feel connected to the idea. If you have an idea, don't hesitate to contact me! Please see my commissions page for more information, and feel free to contact me.
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Can i use your art?
Please do not use, copy or publish any of my work without my permission. My work is protected by copyright. However, if you would like to use my work please contact me with which piece(s) you would like to use and for what purpose, and we can discuss (there may be fees involved with this).
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Do you ship internationally?
I ship my creations to both the UK and internationally. Please be aware that as I am based in the UK, international postage will be a higher price and estimated delivery times may be longer.
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Do you sell tattoo designs?
Using my Ink Pass, you may purchase an already created piece to use as a tattoo design.
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I am not currently accepting personalised tattoo design commissions, but I am open to this for the near future, so feel free to contact me with any ideas! To see a recent tattoo design commission click here.
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If you have any more questions or would like some more information, please contact me!