On My Desk

Currently still creating bits and pieces for new work.
Here's some more shapes for Thursday.

Have a splendid one.

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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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Terrariums And All Things Plant Based.

It's been a while!
Sorry.

I've been busy working on a project and times been tight.
Loved creating the past week or so though, but time now to catch up.

I entered the Lilla Rogers GTS competition a few weeks back.
The brief was wall art based around terrariums.
Below is my entry and a pattern created in the process.

I didn't reach the final 50, but they are now live and you can see them here.
Go vote for a favourite, theres toms of good stuff there x x x

Some Recent Commissions Of Canines

Hello,

Hope you're having a lovely week so far.
I've been busy with other projects of late, so not been too great at keeping up with the blog.
So to make up for it, here are a few of the gorgeous canine commissions I've had the pleasure of working on.
Meet, Malakia, Ella and Flora.
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Canines With Added Florals And Fruits

Bonjour and a happy Friday to you!

Today I bring you canines, florals and fruits.
A greyhound called Silvertips and a Poodle called Rene!

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Wish You Were Here!

Hello and a happy Friday to you!
It's been a busy one here and as well as that I lost my voice this week (bliss for some, not so much for me ; ) I seem to be returning to full working order though.

As well as plenty of commissions and a few days teaching I managed to squeeze in some doodling.
Vintage ceramics and postcards were the choice.
Here's Wish you Were Here x x x

Oh Joy Studio - Silly Cat and Floral Doodle Get A Feature!

Ok, so firstly, I've been slow posting about this, but it doesn't mean I'm any the less excited still!
Oh Joy! recently moved in to a new studio and had the fabulous Emily Henderson work her interior design magic on it.
I was totally thrilled to see not one but two of my prints were part of the gallery wall in the 'Living Room'.
Floral Doodle 2 and Cat Amongst The Flowers were the prints picked for the feature wall.

Some of the other work I was proud to be displayed with come from talented folk like -
Ashley Percival, glorious photographer, Bonnie Tsang, abstract print by Jenny Vorwaller, the wonderful florals of Lulie Wallace, and Joel Penkmans 'Fab' print to name just a few!

To celebrate this nice thing I'm offering 15% off on all giclee prints in my Etsy store, till the end of September.
Just enter the code OHJOY1 at the checkout.

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Sunday Sketch - Looking Forward

Hello, hope your weekend is a fabulous one.
This week, although being busy, I've made an attempt to slow things down.
It's nice to give myself some time. To relax, think about things and enjoy the moment a bit more.
Looking Forward to the coming months, as lots will be happening.

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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

More Florals For Monday

A fantastic blog by  Sarah-Jane Down The Lane inspired this latest Floral Doodle.
The floral creations on the above post are so gorgeous and all picked from Sarah-Janes garden.
So nice and always full of fabulous photographs x

A Japanese Chin For Friday!

As you probably know, I love a grumpy face to draw.
Along with Bulldogs, Boxers and Pugs, the Japanese Chin is up there with the features I can't resist capturing.
Here's one enjoying some pastel shades and florals.

Have a fabulous Friday. x x x

Happy New Year All!

Just a quick hello to wish you all a Happy New Year.
Thanks to you all for your support, new found friendships and generally being a great bunch : )

It's been a fabulous year for me, creatively and personally, lots to be happy about.

Hope you have a fantastic New Years Celebration.
Here's to 2013 being a super year for us all.

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Ruby In The Flowers

I always feel very honoured when I get commissions to illustrate a clients canine friend that is no longer with us.
I'm always a little nervous that I do justice to the beloved four legged friend. So I'm thrilled when I get a lovely response to the portrait.

This is Ruby, surrounded by bright florals, spots and with her favourite 'cookie' in mouth : ) x A true darling x
Something to brighten up a Thursday x

Celebration Commission - Eddie The Ring Bearer

Hello. Friday Again!
Where did that week go?

I've just finished a commission as a gift for a recently married couple.
Their dog Eddie was the ring bearer, sweet!

It's winging it's way to them now.
So I hope that they, and of course the gorgeous model Eddie, are pleased with their gift.

Have a lovely Friday.
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Pixie In Paris - A Very Chic Chihuahua

The weekends almost here.
I've had a great week back doing uni teaching. Drawing with 1st year students, seeing what 2nd years have been up to and hearing what the 3rd years have in store for us in the final year!
All exciting.

As well as the part time lecturing, I've been working on commissions.
This is Pixie, the sister of Piko featured yesterday.
Her story from her owner is, that she is a mademoiselle in Paris.

Such nice things to do. I feel very happy with my lot.
Also the other half went to see Stewart Lee in conversation.
Unable to make it due to work, he suprised me with a signed book : D x
And..... a voucher for a tasting meal at a fancy restaurant. Cheers Steve x

It's been a good week.

Have a fabulous weekend.

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Foxy Friday!

Foxy arrived at her destination, so I am now able to post about her.
She was a gift for someone, so had to be kept under wraps until she was presented to the birthday lady.
Well Foxy is my 3 chihuahua in as many weeks. The next 2 are just as fantastic : )
I've a lot I'm working on at the minute but a lot I can't divulge just yet!

Shame really, but, all good.

Have a wonderful weekend.

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Find of the week, Severina Kids, very nice x

Just to let you know.....

that I'm away on holiday from early next week, so I will be away from internet connections for a week.
Well I think that where I am heading doesn't have such facilities, so it might take me a few days to respond if you wanted to get in touch : ) Bare with me. x

So I've shut down the Etsy shop for a bit.
In the meantime have fun and I'll be back soon.

This is Bogie by the way, the best face. My 2nd from last commission before I fly off : D x x

The small things!

Lots of work to be done before I head off to France for a lovely break.
I can't wait.
Although I have nothing to grumble about, it's always nice to take some time out.
Simple pleasures.

So head down for now and get what needs to be done, done : )

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A cat called Kip

Thursday already, blimey, where has the week gone?

Just wanted to share one of my recent commissions.
A cat called Kip.
Kip belongs to Cat, a feline loving lady who contacted me after my post on Catsparella.
(Catsparella by the way has been nominated for The Petties 2012 Pet Blog Awards, go vote and help raise money for a good cause!)

Always a pleasure to illustrate beautiful felines and flowers.
Not a bad job to have ; )

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Meows and Moschino - Fashionable Furballs

Not everyone's a dog lover.
So I thought I'd do some felines as well.
This lady is wearing Moschino!
Floral's and felines, what could be nicer.

Other creatures available : )
With whatever accessory you are partial too.

Have a lovely one. x

Some things I've found today:
James Ulmer a new favourite!
Aimee Baldwin's Vegan Taxidermy.
Both totally fabulous.
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