Sketchbook Pages

Maldives Holiday

We had a wonderful holiday at Meeru Resort and Spa,

in The Maldives.

All I can say is "WOW",

and "Breath Taking".

The blue of the ocean, the light and warmth.

I relaxing atmosphere:)

A great place to spend a Birthday or special occasion. 

I made a sketch and sticky book to document the 

holiday, which I do for every holiday or visit.

Inspiration is often different when you are away from 

your normal surroundings.

The photographs I took daily went on Instagram, 

and Facebook,these inspired many, 

which was so lovely. 

 and I put a sticky note in my book,

so I knew where they would go when I got home

and printed them out.

I picked up a lovely magazine in Gatwick Airport

called,'Breathe' and it contained all the 

articles on 'Mindfullness', Mandalas and thoughts

on how to re-think a purposeful life.

These I added to my book as a permanent reminder of the 

wonderful feelings and ideas that came to mind.

Thank you to all that have encouraged and helped

make this trip of a lifetime happen.

A re- visit I think:))

but it did take ten years to save for this one!!!!

See my tour round the Jacuzzi Water Villa 712

Accordion Book using Photo Transfer

Those that saw the post for Photo Transfer, saw the photos Laurie used to make this

Accordion Book. The photos are of her Mother, Aunt and Mother's Cousin.

See the 'Photo Transfer on Fabric', post HERE

India Inspiration Prep At The Old Art Room

Gill and I came into The Art Room on the 8th of January and laid out

all the Indian Inspired Textiles I have gathered, brought, made and borrowed.

It looked amazing and we could already see the studio full of

colour and sparkle.

I wanted to portray a little of what we had experienced on our travels but

also the sparkle of my sketchbook. 

See my India Inspired Sketchbook on my portfolio site

HERE

See more of Gill's  and my Indian Holiday 

HERE