Canine Baubles And Flapper Inspired Angels

I'm taking part in the advent calendar challenge as set out by Four Corners Art Collective.
Each day a new subject.
So here's my day 1 and 2.
Canine Baubles and Flapper Inspired Angels.
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Bright Art Licensing

I'm very happy to be able to share the news that I am now represented by Bright Agency for art licensing. I had the pleasure of meeting the agency at Surtex in May, where I was struck by their friendliness and enthusiasm for what they do.

I've thoroughly enjoyed running my own business for the past 5 and a half years, and I'm equally excited about working with an agency and seeing my designs and illustrations applied to new products.

Do not fret - I am most certainly still taking on Custom Portrait commissions, how could I ever not as it's the part of my job I love the most. And I will also still be selling prints, cards etc.

So not much has changed really other than I get to be represented by a fantastic agency.
Which can only be a thing to get happy about!

Theres so many wonderful artists and designers on board, a few that you can see in a recent blog announcement. Head over and take a peek.
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Custom Portraits For Xmas - 10% Off

Custom Portraits in Time For Xmas - 

It's that time of year again when I get asked about Custom Portraits in time for Xmas.

Florence here wanted me to say, the sooner the better for orders. 
This gives time for shipping and framing, if it's a gift. And if you order before the 9th November you'll get 10% off as well as some greeting cards x x x

Pass it on. You never know, you might be the recipient of a surprise gift ; ) x

Canines and Colourful Rugs

Blimey, it's getting chillier around here!
Where's that nice weather gone to?

Well these canines are refusing to think summer is coming to an end by wearing and surrounding themselves with colour and floral pattern.
A good idea I think.

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Dog Doodlings And Pattern Making

Hello,
Hope your weekend was a fabulous one and the sun was out for you.
I'm starting the week off with some dog doodlings and pattern making.

Here's a beagle and a french bulldog relaxing in their garden.

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Mutts & Hounds Collaboration

I'm so thrilled to be able to announce my recent collaboration with Mutts & Hounds.

For those of you that aren't aware of M&H (where have you been ; ), they are a British company who make "stylish and quintessentially English products for hound and home".

Founded in 2011 by Laura Gough, the company and range of products has grown and received much attention and recognition. As well as the products being available in a number of boutiques up and down the country they can also be found in Harrods of Knightsbridge, Selfridges and John Lewis.

Needless to say I was totally thrilled when approached by Laura to design the repeat.

The print contains some of Mutts & Hounds favourite breeds, which include - a Bulldog, French Bulldog, Labrador, Fox Terrier, Beagle and a Border Terrier. The design in available in two colours and on a variety of products that include, donut dog bed, cushions, tea towels and tote bags to name a few.

As well as the fabric, I was also commissioned to produce two canine portraits that would be used as hangers for Mutts & Hounds new scarf range that will be on sale 1st August.

Pop over and take a peek at the new range as well as all the other stylish products for canines and humans.

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(all images belong to Mutts & Hounds)

Final Design

French Bulldog Gemmed Repeat

I'm getting geared up for two days of induction teaching tomorrow and then I'm off to to Barcelona for a week!
So looking forward to seeing that glorious city.
But before I head off I still want to squeeze in a few more drawings.
So here's a Frenchie repeat for you x x x