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15 Inspirational Quotes by Damien Hirst
In this article, you will find 15 inspirational quotes attributed to Damien Hirst.
15 Quotes by Grayson Perry to Inspire Creativity
In this blog post, I highlight 15 inspirational Grayson Perry quotes that call us to expand our thinking and approach artistic work with curiosity and playfulness.
How did Pablo Picasso impact the world?
In this article, I explore Pablo Picasso’s artistic legacy and his impact upon the art world.
10 Motivational Wassily Kandinsky Quotes to Inspire Mindfulness
In this article, you will find ten motivational Wassily Kandinsky quotes that can inspire personal well-being and mindfulness.
The Best Places to see Wassily Kandinsky’s Paintings
This article provides a guide to the best art museums across Europe, Russia, and the United States that are home to Kandinsky’s abstract masterpieces.
How do I find inspiration for my drawings?
Are you looking for an easy way to spark your creativity and find creative drawing ideas that are both enjoyable and accessible? Look no further! In this blog post, we will explore a range of techniques and strategies to help you generate a plethora of easy drawing ideas.
The Best Things to See and Do in Cusco, Peru
Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire, is a really fascinating place to visit. Located high up in the Peruvian Andes, with a stunning mountainous backdrop, it is a place with a deep sense of history and beautiful architecture. My guide has been put together to help you plan your visit.
How to Make Halloween Salt Dough Ghost and Ghoul Figures
Making salt dough ghost figures is a really fun activity to do with your children in the lead-up to Halloween. The beauty of salt dough ghost figures is that they are really easy to make and require very few ingredients. These ghost figures make excellent ornaments and decorations to place around your home in preparation for the Halloween festivities.
I have set out the equipment needed and step-by-step instructions to make your salt dough ghost figure creations.
How to overcome artist and creative block
Feeling stuck with your creative or artistic pursuits?
Don't despair - artist's block happens to everyone at some point. But there are effective techniques you can use to reinvigorate your imagination and get your creative juices flowing again. Read on for tips and strategies to overcome creative and artist block.
The Best Art Festivals in Austin, Texas
In this guide, I explore Austin’s best art festivals.
The Best Contemporary Art Galleries in East London
In this article, I have provided information about the best contemporary art galleries in East London to help you plan your trip to the area.
How to Make Scribble Art
Scribble art is an excellent and fun activity for all ages from toddlers, young children through to teenagers and adults. The great thing about it, is that to get started all you really need is a paper and pencil, although there is scope to get much more creative with this activity.
The Best Contemporary Art Museums and Galleries in Bristol, UK
To assist you in planning your next trip into Bristol, in this article I have listed some of the city’s best contemporary art museums and galleries.
How do you do Bubble Paintings?
Bubble painting is a great, creative activity that is a lot of fun to do with children and can also be used to foster a positive sense of well-being and mindfulness in teenagers and adults. The beauty about bubble painting is that it is easy to get started. Read here to find out more.
How to Find Time to do Artwork
You have a busy full-time job or a hectic family life or both and alongside all the other daily chores and commitments, there simply isn’t time to do the arts and/or crafts that you’ve got your heart set on.
I have set out some steps to build creativity into your life. I know it works because these are the steps I followed myself and I now have a regular art practice.
A beginners guide to Art Therapy
Art therapy is a technique of creative expression that aims to help people heal and feel better. It allows people to explore their emotions, develop self-awareness, cope with stress, boost self-esteem, and work on social skills, which can develop personal insight and new coping mechanisms.
What Does Georgia O’Keeffe’s Art Symbolise?
This art blog post explores the core themes and symbolism underlying O’Keeffe’s seminal body of work, assessing the varying perspectives on how her artworks can be interpreted.
Your 10 Step Beginners Guide to Lino Printing
In this article I explain what you need to start linocut printing, with a 10 step beginners to create your first lino prints.
The Best Contemporary Art Galleries in Miami Beach
In this article, I will guide you through some of the finest contemporary art galleries in Miami Beach and introduce you to the diverse array of creativity they have to offer.
Craft ideas for kids - A Guide to Painting Stones!
No visit to a beach with children is complete until you have chosen a selection of stones or shells to take home. Painting the stones at a later date is a lovely activity that children enjoy and really makes the most of their collection. I have set out what equipment you need and a step by step guide to follow for your stone painting.