A Quiet Day Cutting Mounts and Framing Prints by Hand
Cutting mounts and framing prints by hand can be a chore or a joy depending upon your point of view. Artists advice and point of view.
The Alchemi Art Blog
Penshaw Monument and Puff the Magic Dragon
I am so SO excited, I finally created an image of Penshaw Monument that I love. I’ve been trying for years and something always went… Read More »Penshaw Monument and Puff the Magic Dragon
A Post that Breaks my Heart
I’ve lost him… I’ve tried multiple times to write a poetic and eloquent blog post about this but I just can’t do it. Why? At… Read More »A Post that Breaks my Heart
Trading at Durham Christmas Markets
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to trade at one of the popular Christmas Markets? We’ve always loved visiting Durham Christmas Markets, or Durham… Read More »Trading at Durham Christmas Markets
When Plans Go Wrong!
Life doesn’t always go according to plan… As an artist and small business owner, I can’t do my job without planning. New work needs to… Read More »When Plans Go Wrong!
Looking for the Silver Lining
Step Back and Take a Break So did I ever find that silver lining? What was it? Honestly, I really needed a break. I needed… Read More »Looking for the Silver Lining
Seven Sisters
Seven Sisters? The sisters are actually Beech Trees. Once there were seven, hence the name, then six, and now it’s sort of five and a… Read More »Seven Sisters
Alstroemeria Flowers – Lumen Art Prints
Why are Lumen Prints of flowers so unique and why do I love them so much? Well, it’s a combination of their beauty as pieces of art and the delicate, ethereal imprint of the flowers’ essence left behind by how they are made.
Sunrise, Photography and Self Care
In these difficult times, we all need to make self-care a matter of priority. Here are some thoughts about it and part of my own story and solution.