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Ranunculus, perhaps one of my favourite flowers to grow in the polytunnel and one with long twirly stems, it's an absolute heartbreaker in a vase. This is the first print to celebrate work from the flower farm itself, with more in the making. This print is taken from an original painting and has been digitised. It's surrounded by a white border. The print is available as an A4 (21cm x 29.7cm) or as an A3 (29.7cm x 42cm). All prints are printed on high quality fine art 300gsm Marrutt art paper. Prints are sent wrapped in tissue and backed with a hardbacked envelope. -
This piece was inspired by a springtime bouquet I grew last year. Comprising of parrot tulips and splashes of snapdragons, it's how I feel Spring arrives. Everything suddenly bursts into life and there's colour and warmth and little daily doses of joy. This print is taken from an original painting which has been digitised. It's surrounded by a white border. The print is available as an A4 (21cm x 29.7cm) or as an A3 (29.7cm x 42cm). All prints are printed on high quality fine art 300gsm Marrutt art paper. Prints are sent wrapped in tissue and backed with a hardbacked envelope. -
Snowdrop Sleep. Taken from an original illustration which has been digitised, this is a seasonal print celebrating the arrival of snowdrops. It has the following quote - "Soft as whispers, I sink into a slumber cradled by pale nodding snowdrops" It's surrounded by a white border. The print is available as an A4 (21cm x 29.7cm) or as an A3 (29.7cm x 42cm). All prints are printed on high quality fine art 300gsm Marrutt art paper. Prints are sent wrapped in tissue and backed with a hardbacked envelope. -
Frazzled in the Flowers is based on the theory of "Frazzled Englishwoman Interiors". It's basically zero time and an emotional support mug that hasn’t been washed since Tuesday!. It’s Laura Ashley meets “I’ll deal with that later" My examples are also: A “special occasion” candle that has survived four house moves and several emotional breakdowns. The wick is at the end of its wick, in more ways than one. One extremely beautiful teacup you never use, and one chipped mug you would save in a fire. A fruit bowl containing: one lemon, three receipts, and a hair clip. At least one drawer that opens onto pure historical chaos (birthday candles, foreign coins, mystery keys, a single earring). A pile of magazines you are “about to read” that predates at least one Prime Minister. One chair that is legally a Clothes Mountain. So, yes, I'm here for the frazzled and for flowers, so here's a celebration of that. It's an original illustration using mixed media and is surrounded by a white border. The print is available as an A4 (21cm x 29.7cm) or as an A3 (29.7cm x 42cm). All prints are printed on high quality fine art 300gsm Marrutt art paper. Prints are sent wrapped in tissue and backed with a hardbacked envelope. -
One of my favourite photographs is of Audrey Hepburn when she posed for Cecil Beaton in 1964. Dressed in a huge easter bonnet, it's a picture of glamour, beauty and quirkiness! I'm here for all of that! So this is my homage to Audrey and her bonnet. She's surrounded by a white border. The print is available as an A4 (21cm x 29.7cm) or as an A3 (29.7cm x 42cm). All prints are printed on high quality fine art 300gsm Marrutt art paper. Prints are sent wrapped in tissue and backed with a hardbacked envelope. -
Welcome to the Home of Joyful Makes, based on Dartmoor, between Ashburton and Bovey Tracey!In this workshop, I’ll guide you step by step through the process of creating your own still life painting. We’ll be working from a live studio setup featuring flowers, crockery, and a carefully curated selection of interesting objects designed to spark inspiration and creativity.
The workshop is suitable for all abilities, and you’ll receive one-to-one support throughout the session. If you’ve never painted before, there’s no need to worry — this is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can try something new, build confidence, and learn a fresh set of skills at your own pace.
It’s also a lovely opportunity to work alongside a small group of like-minded people in a friendly, supportive environment. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to reconnect with your creativity, you’ll be gently guided throughout the process and encouraged to enjoy the experience as much as the painting itself.
What You’ll Learn
- Blocking-In Shapes and Composition
Start by loosely painting the basic shapes of your still life. Learn how to establish strong composition, balance, and placement before adding detail. - Layering and Building Form
Explore how to build depth using thin and thick layers of acrylic paint. You’ll learn how to gradually develop structure and volume in your objects. - Colour Mixing and Harmony
Focus on creating harmony, contrast, and mood within your painting. - Light, Shadow, and Contrast
Learn how to observe and paint highlights, mid-tones, and shadows to create a strong sense of realism and three-dimensional form. - Brushwork and Texture Techniques
Experiment with different brush techniques to represent a variety of surfaces.
- Blocking-In Shapes and Composition
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This piece was inspired by forget-me-nots and the arrival of May day. I don't know about you, but May Day feels very on-theme this year—celebrating forget-me-nots while my perimenopause brain forgets literally everything else!. This print is taken from an original painting which was inspired by a recent floral bouquet. It's surrounded by a white border. The print is available as an A4 (21cm x 29.7cm) or as an A3 (29.7cm x 42cm). All prints are printed on high quality fine art 300gsm Marrutt art paper. Prints are sent wrapped in tissue and backed with a hardbacked envelope.