Art in the Village Showcase

My first two day event in the lovey Derbyshire countryside at the Peak Shopping Village went well and I got to meet some very lovely fellow talented artists. Having had a very hectic few months dealing with lifes strifes and juggling alot on my dinner plate, I have Introduced some new pieces to my collection that I have been working on. My hard work has paid off with having some lovely feedback and interest over the two days. 

I would like to thank all for stopping by and taking an interest in my stall. I hope to be adding my new work to my etsy shop and website in due course. In the meantime if you would like to order any of my bespoke pieces then please feel free to drop me an email: bearinminddesign@gmail.com

Sheffield Artisan Market

A busy week preparing for the Sheffield Artisan Market showcasing my wares. This was my first visit to the city and apart from the whirlwind fun of the windy, it was a lovely day  I had a lovely response from the day and some new fans of my work. I thought I would share some of the photos from the day and see if you can spot some new pieces available. 

If you would like to order any of my wares from the day or even interested in following me then check out my etsy page or email me for more. https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Bearinminddesign?ref=hdr_shop_menu

A Landscape Challenge

After a visit to an art shop picking up materials for some recently commissioned work, I couldn't resist picking up a large canvas and setting myself a challenge. Having no idea or plan on what to paint I just chose a colourful palette of colours and started a base coat and the rest is what follows. 

I never was much of a painter and with no previous desire to paint I guess I have surprised myself. I had done a few still life classes at art college which included sketching and painting objects and then moving on to life models. With a love of colour and a techinque I have picked up along the way, I decided to try something a little different....a landscape. 

The painting details a scenery of Dovedale, a beautiful place that holds fond memories and a silhouette of the city to which has been my home for the last couple of years. In the painting there are hidden meanings and references close to my heart. I have taken photos of my step by step progress from start to finish. I have also complied a short video of my documentation which I will upload very soon.  

'Moon light city soul within a beautiful place'

Spring is in the air

The sun is peeking from the clouds, the flowers are blooming, birds are chirping and the days are brighter. Spring is on it's way and I'm preparing new items for spring/summer from ceramics to apparel. Watch this space for what I am making in the studio and check back on my blog to see my exciting designs. 

In the mean time I thought I would show off my Jugs :) Don't they look lovely filled with flowers? I think these would make any mum happy this Mother's Day.

Choose from, Woodland Joy / Make Lemonade and Fun at The Fair. 

Spring time sunshine

The sun is shining and spring is on it's way. Looking forward to feeling the sun upon my face, the smell of fresh flowers blooming and grass being cut. My inspiration and ideas are flowing from my sketch book as I write to you in my blog.

I am currently in the studio in my spare time creating new products for this spring/summer and can't wait to get back into screen printing. As well as a new range of baby grows, I will be looking at creating an adult range of t-shirts fingers crossed. 

It is all go...ready for some events this year. Lets hope this is the year I finally come into full bloom. Keep following my adventures and share with your friends :)

A design for life

There are two sides to my creative story, on the one side is the illustrative bespoke handmade designs and items, the other side is graphic design and branding. My portfolio consists of logo designs, flyers, brochures, leaflets, invitations and business cards. 

A few samples of my work from baby shower invites, branded business cards and logos that I have been comissioned to produce. I am looking forward to rebranding my website very soon with some new work. Keep you posted.......

In the studio

Back in the studio and I began by working on a few new things thats include a new design that I will illustrate on to a range of products as well as getting arty on canvas. First off I went straight into the studio and created my new range as a test sample. Unfortunately the test piece misfired in the kiln so I will be going back into the studio next weekend to do a stock of my design ready for revealing before the months out. Oh well that's an artists life when these things happen.

Being back in the studio is a great feeling with the music on and sketch book and paints out. So my next project consisted of a large scale canvas painting. I am aiming to do an exhibition this year and working on a range of pieces. Blank canvas at the ready, a stock of paints and brushes to get me started. After putting together an idea, I began my lastest creation. My idea is a landscape mixed with the city using a selection of bright infused colours and mixed mediums. I will post my designs very soon. In the meantime keep following my work :)