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 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 :)

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 :)

Things to come

Hello...

I just want to say thank you to all my followers, supporters and customers. It has been a year of tears, hopes, dreams and wishes but I have picked myself up and dusted off the bad times. Running your own business is never an easy one and you have to put in a lot of time, effort, sweat and tears to get somewhere in life. I have not long settled in Derby and finding where best to sell my wares has just begun. Having recently exhibited with Sheena Hollands Markets, I have found a gem in which I hope I can grow from. I will hopefully be doing more fairs in the future.

In the meantime now Christmas is fast approaching, I will be hanging up my craft stalls until the spring. I will be looking at putting together some new ideas and ranges for the new year. My handmade items will be available to purchase from my Etsy shop....

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Bearinminddesign?ref=hdr_shop_menu

My website is being currently being updated so bear with me as I will be having my new work uploaded and new features. You can still access my website if you wanted to take a peek :) 

www.bearinminddesign.co.uk

Having had such good feedback from the last few events, it is always lovely to see people smile and admire my work as they stop by my stall. All the hard work that goes into handmade arts and crafts is sometimes unforgotten and unnoticed. It is always lovely to see so many faces who take the time to talk and buy items no matter how small. 

In the meantime, there is still time to purchase gifts for christmas including handmade items and cards. I look forward to any comments below and your support in the new year. 

Merry Christmas from Bear in Mind Design 

Branded

A brand is a very important and vital part to any business whether you are an independant or corporate company. It sets you apart from others and makes you stand out from the crowd selling what you make, create and offer on a plate. 

So how do you get a great brand? Well you need to think about what you have to give, what makes you unique, who your target audience are and most importantly it needs to relate a true representation of what you are about. Everything within your business must relate or have some connection to your brand to keep it concise. There is nothing worse than having your packaging consist of plastic shopping bags and your business be all about recycled goods and natural organic products. 

When you walk into that business or visually view them online you want to see something strong, bold and pretty. It has to make you smile when you see it and make you want to come back for more. Treat it almost like family. Branding is vital and a great tool in making your product shine. 

If you want to shine and make the most of your business then I can offer advice and even help brand your business that suits you best :) Get in touch for more :)

Out of this World

With my head in the stars I got inspired by the night sky and found these amazing LP's with star/space titles. Getting inspired by stars, colours and painting effects, I created a series of starry paintings as a theme for my LP's. Using acrylics and a ranges of brushes and art tools, making an atmospheric and striking set of artwork with a unique style. These pieces come framed and ready for any home or studio wall. If you are interested in these pieces or would like your very own personalised framed LP art, get in touch:

bearinminddesign@gmail.com

2014 New Year

2014 has arrived and I am looking to bring some new work to Bear in Mind as well as take part in more events this year. Keep following my blog to see what I am up to :)

Merry Christmas

I want to wish everyone that has supported me, followed me and purchased items from me, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year for 2014. All we need now is some snow........ 

Christmas is coming

It's the 1st of December and it will soon be Christmas before you can blink. I thought I would share a bit of Christmas spirit with you all 

Inspiration in Brighton

I went down to Brighton this summer to get some inspiration for new designs, illustrations and art. With the sea, pebbles and seagulls, I managed to get some inspiring ideas along the way. I will be back in the studio and working on new work very shortly. I will keep you posted. For now here are some cool pictures I took whilst down by the seaside :)

Pet Portraits

I was recently commissioned to produce a canvas of a puppy for a birthday present. The canvas was a 40 x 40 cm canvas in colour. The painting was produced using acrylic paint and sealed with a matt varnish. I enjoyed painting the canvas and have great feedback from the customer. I have uploaded the progress of the painting. If you would be interested in having a portrait of your pet and like my work, feel free to get in touch :)

Here is the feedback:

It looks amazing. Love it, it's awesome. Don't want to give it away now!  Gonna give it to her tomorrow for her birthday.  thanks loads.

Idol Art

I thought I would post some of my large scaled canvas paintings I painted last year. The paintings of both Frank Sinatra and Audrey Hepburn were painted onto canvas using acrylic paint. If you might be interested in having a favourite idol painted feel free to drop me a message :) All your feedback is also very welcome :)

Illustrations

I was looking through some of my old work and thought it would be nice to upload and share with you guys. From Marmite to Magpies, there is something for everyone to love. Your feedback is always welcome :)