Brushed Blooms

I was delighted to see that @Helendardik was holding a workshop on this side of the Atlantic. So immediately booked on the course in Rotterdam.

Helen furnished the beautiful Rotterdam studio with boundless beautiful bouquets. Wonderful teaching with a lovely group of creative people.

I had seen and followed Helen’s work. Always wondering how she achieved the effects with paint, to create her stunning pieces. I was keen to learn from Helen.

Lovely to meet Helen. I felt like I’d stepped into Instagram. I learned so much and had a truly lovely day. .

I continue to explore the techniques, and materials, here are my favourite pieces so far….

Continuing my bird work. 😊

When I accidentally dropped a huge blog of opera pink on my brand new sheet of paper this snail character emerged.

Sweet flower in the garden

Tulip repeat pattern assembled in #pixelmator

Love all life – response to the horrific mass shootings in the US that day.

Cornflower Blues

Flowers, butterflies and balloons

Self portrait following this style. Created in stitch and paint to represent my favourite mediums

Love how the pinks pop against the blues.

Summer Party themed painting

Even being blue can be beautiful

Helen has a workshop planned in Canada in September. I highly recommend her workshops, more info at her website

Thanks for reading my news..

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Workshop – Final Places Available

Reflecting on 4 Colour Full Years

Fabric Design Project – Window Box Tulips

I hope you’ve enjoyed this time here, I really appreciate you taking the time to spend from your busy day here. Have a lovely day. Enjoy. 😊