Offset 57

This is crazy.. I'm actually sticking to blogging (for once)..

Here's hoping someone out there is actually reading.

Tomorrow is the launch of another exciting Offset 57 pop up shop in Aberdeen and this is the first one I've put work to.  Pretty exciting and these guys are amazing.  Awesome work and also a non-profit organisation supporting the arts!!

Whey to go!

Please, please, please (not that I'm begging) 

but pleeeeease check it out!

Creative 7:7

Apologies for the late post on the last section of my Creative 7 week.  Luke and I went to the cinema on Thursday night and then my internet refused to work yesterday so here goes....

SMART CONSULTANTS

In the photograph above are the fantastic ladies behind Smart Consultants, one of the leading art agencies currently in Scotland. (Sally Moir, Margaretha Simpson, Claire Bruce)

Running exhibitions at The Foyer Gallery and at their new premises, The Smart Gallery, and also creating fantastic projects like Fabric of the Land and Tea Cosy...they are incredibly professional, supportive and creative. 

I wouldn't be doing what I am now if it wasn't for these quines.  I have grown so much in confidence in my work since the first Tea Cosy event back in 2009 and I owe so much of that confidence to the advice and support given to me by them.  They put 110% into supporting local artists and are always ready with a friendly welcome and a hug.  They are down to earth and are just, frankly, sooper dooper human beings!!!

Thank you lovely ladies for introducing me to some wonderful artists and allowing me to be part of the creative circle within the Aberdeen area.  I am so grateful for everything you have done for me.

I am sure that they will continue to go from strength to strength.

 



www.wearesmartconsultants.co.uk

Creative 7:4

SMALL STORIES

I adore the work of Small Stories, aka, Gabrielle Reith.  Gabi's illustrations are b-e-a-oootiful, full of fun and frankly, magical.  Each one tells a story (folklore/fairytale) and what makes me love her work more is that she reflects and supports the Doric dialect of the north east of Scotland.

I always wish that my drawings could transform into something as spectacular as Gabi's creations.  Alas, it never has or will.

Her cut and sew tea towels are also genius and I am lusting after the owl and the pussycat cushions (see below).  Illustrations with a comfy purpose...... need, need, need this in my life!  Some folk would say that there is a fine line between what's designed for children and for adults but I see Gabi's designs fitting perfectly in both worlds (who really wants to grow up anyway?!)  I would quite happily fill my house with an extreme amount of Gabi's drawings and wooden jewellery.

 www.gra-small-stories.co.uk

 

Creative 7:2

HELEN RUTH SCARVES

 Photo: Louise Carnegie  

Helen Ruth Scarves, aka, Helen Greensmith creates the most stunning scarves I have ever laid my eyes on. 

Anyone that knows me will know that I have an absolute obssession with scarves..they are what can complete any outfit in this fantastically cold country.  And no outfit has really been complete because I still do not own one of Helen's creations (I am planning on buying one very, very soon...I just can't decide which one I want more!!!)

I don't think words are needed...just look at them!!! Her illustrations are so intricate, vibrant and full of an "Alice in Wonderland", well, wonder.

Go on, your wardrobe will never forgive you if you don't.

www.helenruth.co.uk

Ps. pick up a wee handkerchief for your mister too

Photo: Mnemonic Photography

Creative 7:1

A WOODEN TREE

I had to start with A Wooden Tree, aka, Kirsty Anderson.

Kirsty is an inspiration... As you can see above her work is faaaaaantastic. Using reclaimed fabrics, she creates new lovely jubbily creatures out of granny's old curtains and table covers, etc.  With a vintage style, her works are timeless, quirky and like her, down to earth. 

No home is a home without something from A Wooden Tree (pretty sure I have at least four items). 

We first met at the first ever Tea Cosy event back in 2009 and I was lucky enough to be asked to exhibit alongside Kirsty at the Foyer Gallery in Aberdeen.  

I have majorly grown in confidence with my own work since then and Kirsty has always been there to answer my continuously worried and silly questions and supported me.  I will always respect her for that.  

Check her out at www.awoodentree.com

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