Unwrap Creativity This Christmas: Camberwell Open Studios!
Get ready for an inspiring weekend! The Camberwell Open Studios Weekend returns on 6th and 7th December, offering you a unique opportunity to connect with talented local artists and designers. This is your chance to step into private workshops, find one-of-a-kind...
Tokyo’s Hidden Gems: Art, Culture, and Treasure Troves for Artists
Everyone knows Tokyo for its bright lights and bustling cityscapes, but beyond the well-trodden tourist paths lies a quieter, more intimate side of the city, brimming with unexpected discoveries. On my recent first-time trip to Japan, I ventured away from the main...
Is it Always Sunday Afternoon in Helsinki? (Part 2: A Treasure Trove of Vintage Finds)
Helsinki Vintage Shopping Guide — Sustainable Finds and Unique Treasures If you read my previous post about Helsinki’s quirky cultural gems and must-visit museums, you’ll know this city is full of surprises. But no Helsinki trip is complete without some retail therapy...
Is it always Sunday afternoon in Helsinki? (Part 1: Quirky Culture Gems)
Alright, gather 'round, culture enthusiasts and curious travelers! Helsinki has been calling my name for ages, and finally, last week, I took the plunge. If you're like me and prefer sunny weather over endless gray skies, summer is the best time to visit. Living in...
Camberwell Open Studios: 21-22 June 2025
I am truly excited to open my studio to the public for the first time this year on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 June as part of the Camberwell Arts Festival. Numerous other events and exhibitions will be happening over the weekend, including a showcase by the local group...
Seven top tips to help you display art at home
How can you make the most of your walls and work out the best layout for your pictures, photographs and other art? Here are some basic tips I thought might help:1: Large wall, large pictureYou can't go wrong with a big picture centred on a big wall. This collage...
Decoupage tutorial: learn to upcycle any item with this versatile technique
Materials and tools Papers: gift-wrap, patterned tissue and napkins, wallpaper fragments, book and magazine pages. There are also special decoupage papers made by Decopatch – good quality but probably the most expensive option. The three main places where I buy...
Unlock Your Creative Potential: 5 Books to Kick-Start Your Imagination
Discover 5 inspiring books that will ignite your creativity, help you overcome blocks, and develop your own unique artistic skills. Unleash your creative potential and embark on a fulfilling creative journey.
Lambeth Open Studios Weekend: 7 & 8 October 2023
I'm delighted to be opening my studio to the public together with two very talented invited artists on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 October, as part of the Lambeth Open Weekend. This is annual event that celebrates the diversity and colour of our wonderful South London...
5 Galleries to visit in London this Spring
In this blog post I share my recommendations for 5 art spaces worth visiting this Spring, starting with a double dose of Gilbert and George at their newly-opened Centre in the East End of London, and over on the other side of the city, at White Cube Gallery in...
Deocupage Tutorial: upcycle your shoes
In this post I will show you how to transform a plain pair of shoes into your own unique creation using just paint, paper and glue. This project will take you 4-6 hours from start to finish.Tools and materials: An old pair of shoes: leather works best, avoid suede or...
Small but perfectly formed: 3 art shows to enjoy in London this Summer
Whether you’re on a London staycation in July or visiting for a few days, this city offers plenty of visual delights. You probably know all about the big blockbuster exhibitions such as Walter Sickert at Tate Britain, The Summer Exhibition at The Royal Academy or...
4 essential art shows to see in London this Summer
I'm sure you already know all about the big blockbuster shows such as 'Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser' at the V&A, 'Turner's Modern World' at Tate Britain or 'Paula Rego' at Tate Modern but you may not be aware of some of the excellent smaller exhibitions...
World Collage Day 2021 and a free download for you
8th May 2021 is World Collage Day! This annual, international celebration of collage was Initiated by Kolaj Magazine in 2018, and is about artists connecting across borders in the use of an art medium that excels at bringing different things together to create new...