Autumn Leaves Paper-cut

For some time I have admired the work of amazing paper-cut artists such as Rob Ryan, By Charlie's Hand, Emily Hogarth and Loula Belle. Today I decided to have a go myself as the design process is not a million miles away from a lino cut.  Also the cutting of paper is a lot easier on the fingers than cutting lino, but it was very fiddly and nerve racking as one slip and you've ruined the design.

I thought I'd post the cutting work in process.  I'm quite pleased with the finished result but I think I'll stick to printmaking or possibly use it as the start of a wrapping paper design.

Cambridge Contemporary Crafts

I'm very pleased to announce that Cambridge Contemporary Crafts on Bene't Street (next to the Eagle) are now stocking my tea towels.  They are in the window next to the very talented mixed media artist Shirley Vauvelle.

Cambridge Christmas 2012

This is the third year for me taking part in this mixed Christmas show in Cambridge on Monday 26th November.  There are some familiar faces from previous years and also new artists and makers who have been specially selected to join us.  There is always a lovely atmosphere in the hall with mulled cider and mince pies to add to the festivities.  Admission is free.

Published Work update

I've just updated the Published Work page at the top of this blog as I realised there were lots of new things not included, including all the new Christmas designs.  It's nice to have everything all in one place. Here are the two new images:

August

Oops, August seems to have slipped by with no posts.  Open Studios went well, with similar visitor numbers to last year.  It's always great to talk to people about my work and explain the various printmaking techniques.  The next show will be on Monday 26th November as part of Cambridge Christmas.  More details are on my Exhibitions page.

We went to Cornwall for our summer holiday this year.  Shamefully only did a couple of sketches though. I did have my fix of artiness though, as we visited St Ives, somewhere I've been wanting to go for years.  The Tate is set right beside the sea and fills the space and shape occupied by a disused gasometer.

We also went to The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Gallery.  Her sculptures are so beautiful and looked even more stunning seeing them in her garden.  Well worth travelling all that way.

Cambridge Open Studios 2012

It's not long now until Cambridge Open Studios starts again for another year.  My studio is open to the public on the 2nd and 3rd weekends in  July.  I've been busy printing some new paper drypoint and lino prints.  The screen printed tea towels that sold so well at my Christmas show are now available in two more colours and I've expanded my range of coasters, so now there are 20 designs to choose from.  As usual I have all my published cards for sale with prices starting at £1.20, plus a lovely selection of wrapping paper and stationery items

I look forward to seeing you at my studio where you are welcome to browse, ask questions, have a go at making a drypoint or even commission something.  The studio has disabled access and there is plenty of parking.

Cambridge Contemporary Crafts

I have a new exhibition taking place at Cambridge Contemporary Crafts next month.  It's a lovely little gallery tucked around the corner from King's Parade, so if you are in the area, do call in and have a look around.  It starts on 6th June and runs until 1st July.