Studio views

A quick snapshot of how show prep is looking

And I’m back…

Well, that took longer than expected and a lot has changed since I last wrote - however, it’s time to get back to it. If you follow my socials you’ll know that my work has changed somewhat since the last time I was here. I’ve had another solo show and a variety of pop ups - it’s been busy alongside the full time job.

I’m excited for what is coming next, there’s a lot going on and some things that I need to keep close to me for now.

But…21/3 is my next solo show at the Corner Collective Gallery in Southsea - I’m super excited for this one and can’t wait to share more details with you.

I’m planning to make this a weekly thing - keep the blog updated and keep some pressure on myself as I move into a new phase. I’m a little rusty but hope to use this for longer insights into my process alongside being able to explain how I find the inspiration and where my latest ideas came from x

Cicada process things

It's been a busy time getting things ready for my next solo show in April. Here's a couple of shots of new work, promo stuff and how I shape my doodles and daydreams into fully formed things. I'm still not sure what they become when they fledge.

A route map

a potential direction, a thinking space, a place to let go. A mind map from my sketchbook of collected, random entomology and ornithology things.

Entomology sketchbook pages

Pages from my most recent sketchbook 17/18 of entomology specimens. All of these are precious in some way, all collected and imagined in some way using a variety of inks and coloured layers. 

Feather drawing sketchbook pages

Some feather drawings exploring form and shape using a variety of media. I always love exploring, collecting feather treasure and then concentrating on their mix of strength and fragility.

Cicada sketchbook drawings.

Cicada studies, sketchbook pages, doodles scribbles completed at the NHM Oxford, England and from my own specimens.