Creative Inspiration in Japan
As a kid, I loved cartoons, comic books and Pokémon. So, it’s no surprise that I’ve been keen to visit Japan – the home of Manga – for years, and it did not disappoint.
Artist Spotlight #4: Trudi Castle
Trudi is a British artist, now living in Vancouver, Canada. I first came across her quirky digital art on Instagram a number of years ago and was immediately drawn to the playfulness of her illustrations and the personality of her characters.
Artist Spotlight #3: Molly Mendoza
I first came across artist Molly Mendoza via her vibrant picture book ‘Skip’, in a small bookshop in Portobello, Edinburgh. Her colourful expressive style really stood out…
Rest, Recharge, Create: The Benefits of a Well-Deserved Holiday.
Highlighting the importance of taking a break from work and creative thinking, and the benefits of producing creative work while in a different environment and routine.
Artist Spotlight #2: David Shrigley
David Shrigley is a contemporary artist who has achieved that transcendence of his art being recognised the world over, and not just amongst artists.