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What is a Giclée print?

What is a giclee print? Ever wondered what these are and why artists use them? Read this.

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Why do I create art?

I’ve been thinking a bit lately, about why I do what I do. Here’s what I’m really passionate about.

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Ten FAQ’s about my soft pastel portraits!

Frequently Asked Questions about my soft pastel portraits! I absolutely understand that commissioning a soft pastel pet portrait is a meaningful endevour. I’m here to provide you with a glimpse into my process and answer some of the most frequently asked questions that my clients have. I hope you find it helpful!

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What pencils do I use?

I often get asked what pastels I use and which ones are my favourites, so I thought I’d write a quick blog explaining where I started with my pastel choices and why I've decided to carry on with the pastels that I use!

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A day in the life of an artist Mum

One of the main reasons I went into full time art was my kids. Read about how my days go now that I’m not teaching!

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Quitting my day job!

Getting to the point where I could quit my day job and do art fulltime!

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