Blog
What I’ve been up to in 2025
January – my business turned 10 I first went self-employed in 2012 as a commission artist, but 2015 was when I started a product-based business, which I’ve focused on ever...
New product: ceramic tiles
I am so excited to launch my newest product: ceramic tiles! Ideas for my new kiln Since buying a kiln and installing it in my garden, I’ve been overwhelmed with...
Career day at Braidwood School: deaf role models
Last month, I was invited to attend Braidwood School as a deaf role model at their Career Day, to give a short presentation and run workshops. Stepping outside of my...
Happy World Environment Day: how I run a planet-friendly creative business
It’s World Environment Day! As a nature-loving illustrator and small business owner, I really care about the environment (as you may have noticed), so I do as much as possible...
12 highlights from 2024
2024 has been an interesting year of changes for me. I’ve been splitting my time between my business, my work with Flare Arts, and a new part-time marketing role for...
My business is ten!
Inspired by a Christmas market Just over ten years ago, Camberwell College of Arts got in touch with me – they were looking for local artists to hold stalls in...
Flare Arts collaboration project
I’ve been working for Flare Arts in the past year. I support the team by curating a programme of workshops and networking events for deaf artists interested in starting an...
Farewell to my desk and list pads: a journey of design and inspiration
I’ve decided to discontinue my lovingly designed desk and list pads – so I’m dedicating this post to showcase them while stock lasts. Although I absolutely love designing and selling...
Away Days: Allies in the Arts Sector conference
A few months ago I saw Deaf Explorer promoting a new conference for deaf professionals in the arts and I had to go! I applied for a bursary opportunity This...
Houseplants and art: How my plant collection inspires my designs
We often hear the phrase ‘paint what you love’. This is what I’ve done all my life, especially when I undertook the Year of Creative Habits course – coinciding with my...
How my art changes over the years
I’ve been reflective about my art journey since my tenth anniversary (nearly two years ago!) of being self employed. I’m quite nervous about sharing pictures of my old work, but...
The greenhouses in Botanischer Garten, Berlin
Last month I visited Berlin for the third time My husband and I were celebrating our first year wedding anniversary. 11 years ago, I visited a deaf tattoo convention in...