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Art I been working on this week... Some of these are available on my online shop

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Weekly Studio Spotlight - Lucy Michelle

This week we’re talking to the lovely Lucy Michelle. Lucy works in a super cool visual effects role full time AND creates beautiful artwork on the side of that. Our Q&A with Lucy was great, it was so nice chatting about her work, her job & a £10 milk frother... 😁we hope you enjoy it too! 

What are your biggest inspirations?

What's around me and the experiences I've had, Japanese and East Asian culture and also - plants! I take a lot of inspiration from films, especially with cinematography so phenomenal that you can pause it and the still frame looks like it could be its own work of art. I've always been a huge enthusiast of anything animation; the artistry and skill is incredible and most of the time it moves me to tears - even if it is a happy film!

How did you start your art career?

It's hard to see where the line can be drawn from taking my illustration as a hobby to something that actually generates an income. One day I started drawing a lot and posting it online and suddenly I reached a point where people wanted to pay me to do illustration for them and buy my artwork - it's still hard to believe and I am so grateful for it. It is still my part-time job though as I actually work as a software developer for visual effects (and so the film nerdiness continues).

What is your favourite piece that you have created?

This one (Appa, pictured below) for sure, I am sure dStudio has gotten tired of printing it so much by now! It's my most successful piece by far and a tribute to one of my favourites series. This series is one that has brought me hope and happiness, especially in the year we have had. To have been able to share this artwork with people across the world has been amazing and I have loved how it has brought me closer to so many people who I have never met in person before. It’s also served as a reminder that I can work on things that I love and find success in it as well.

Credit: Lucy Michelle

Which art tools could you not live without?

My Wacom Cintiq - having a device that I could sketch directly onto was a game changer after a decade of using a tablet. Maybe an iPad and Procreate is next on the cards for me?

What are your biggest challenges with your work?

They say that the great artists must first master the rules in order to be able to break them. I feel like I've barely scratched the surface of understanding the rules. My work exists in a fuzz of trying to create images from my mind but still have them tethered to a reality that makes sense, by using a lot of references. I wish I could more easily conjure up pieces in my head and splatter them directly down without being reliant on so much source material. 

Credit: Lucy Michelle

Would you rather live near a forest or by the sea?

I just spent two weeks in open water sailing off the Ionian Islands of Greece ... so I'm going to have to say sea! I have discovered there is nothing more freeing than floating in clear blue water and gazing up at the sky.

What was the last great movie you watched?

Untouchable, for a second time - still one of my favourite films of all time.

How do you like to relax when you're not working?

I've really gotten into the habit of walking more, it's a great way to move the body and clear the mind.

Credit: Lucy Michelle

What is the best thing about being an artist?

Here is this blank canvas in front of you, do whatever you want! (it also makes it the scariest thing about being an artist too)

What do you like to watch / listen to when you're working?

It really varies: sometimes it is a series on Netflix of the sort you can easily have running in the background or sometimes it is random suggested videos on Youtube. I should listen to more audiobooks!

What has been one of your biggest achievements in life?

When I was 16 I told people that one day I would work on movies. Fast forward to now I have a few Hollywood films under my belt and my first movie credit was Avengers: Infinity Wars - it still stuns me a bit I can say that.

Credit: Lucy Michelle

What's the best purchase you've ever made?

I've jokingly said it was the 10 quid handheld milk frother I bought for the specific purpose of whipping up my creamy ice coffees in the morning and not going to lie, I feel like that still holds true.

Credit: Lucy Michelle

Thank you to Lucy for taking part, supplying us with some of her artwork to show you all & for taking the time to chat with us. Please do go and check out Lucy’s work on her website and socials! 💛 

Lucy Michelle - Website

Lucy Michelle - Instagram

Lucy Michelle - Etsy

Lucy Michelle - Fy

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How sick are these little coasters! I did indeed take two home 😂 so again I got to attend a rad little event on Friday night to support some incredibly talented people on a sick collaboration - beer, art and cuctus pears 🙆‍♀️🌵🌵 I wore my best t-shirt and drank some even better beer! - i'ma write this caption again so people don't miss it - Thanks @sofreshpeche for always bringing a tad more beauty into the world with your art and @shu for capturing it all for us to view as if we where there in all the moments - you'd are the true power couple! (at The Bird)

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Afiok one of a kind necklace in sterling oxidised silver handcrafted textured large links with signature quill clasp in sterling silver. This beautiful necklace will be available for the Artist Support Pledge at a special price of £200 plus £10 postage. Approx 18inch/46cm, adjustable. Hallmarked by London Assay office. #artistsupportpledge #artistsupportpledgeuk . . . To buy direct DM or visit our website www.beajarenojewellery.com where we created a special section for the Artist Support Pledge (under product listing). Due to the covid-19 pandemic many artists have found themselves without work, exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this @matthewburrowsstudio instigated the #artistsupportpledge. The concept is simple one. You post images of your work to sell for no more than £200 each (not including shipping). Anyone can then buy the work. Every time you reach £1000 of sales you pledge to buy another artist work for £200. . Stay well , live generously 💕. . Happy Saturday 💐 . #beajareno #beajarenojewellery #beajarenojewelleryonlineshop #artistsupportpledge #afiokcollection #afioknecklace #necklace #oxidisedjewellery #oxidisedsilver #handcraftedlinks #linksoflondon #london #londonjewellery #quillclasp #signaturequill #signaturelinks #onlywithus #supportingartists #supportingart #supportingsmallbusinesses #supportingartisans #livegenerously #livewell #ethicallymade #ethicallysourced #ethicalliving (at London, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_rovcfnO_M/?igshid=1kdij1iah7u28

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"Bedtime" by Regina Bell (me)

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beautiful framing by @pegasusgallery_caw #corvallislocalbusiness #corvallislocalartists #bentoncountymuseum #philomathmuseum #artofframing #framingisarttoo #artistssupportingartists #supportingarts #artiscraftcraftisart #mastercraftspeople visit Paige during @corvallisartswalk —she’ll generously show you other artists’ work & you’ll get a glimpse of her Master Crafts’ship (at Benton County Museum) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcyJ3aRpFRf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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This is for hitting 400 followers!! And I wanted to give a thank you back to everyone!! You know what to do!!! Don’t be shy! I wanna see loads of new artists pop up! And’ I’m delighted to share 10 different artists stuff from here everyday for the next while! If your new. I guess I should share a bit about my self too! I make my own comics, write and illustrate. It’s more dark gothic fantasy with some horror/thriller aspects and some modern things thrown in there too. I love bright colours and neons so my art is misleading and I love joining challanges, and I have fun doing fan art every now and then :D, this is a safe place for lgbtq and no racial bs happening over here too!! Let me be your get away I suppose and tag along if you wish! :D I’m happy to meet some new artists!!!!! Share this post too!! Get it out there! Share with your friends share in your stories ect! . . . . . . . . . . . #artists #artistsupportartists #artistssupport #supportlocalartists #artsupport #supportingarts #charactersketch #characterartists #comicsartist #smallartistssupport #smallartistsupport #fantasyart #darkfantasyart #lgbtsafeplace #lgbtq🌈 https://www.instagram.com/p/CH-2jrwlFKR/?igshid=14qkl6yn4yhsn

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We were pleased to welcome Councillor Adam Jogee, Mayor of Haringey and Councillor Julia Ogiehor and play them some of our favourite #tunes #recorded in our studio in 2020. Thank you for #supportingarts! 02088839641 #MuswellHill #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #savelivemusic https://www.instagram.com/p/CInKWnyjE1z/?igshid=u4x7wmz3mkbe

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StateoftheART Gallery Presents: Ways Of Working by Janet Botes

Janet is a powerful creator and contributor to the healing of our world today.  Her work affects me, deeply.  I dream of the day I own many pieces.  I will give them great places of honor.  Tikor Foep

(William H. Carlson, Sr.)

Founder, Tikor Foep & Carzwell

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Weekly Studio Spotlight - Carissa Tanton

This week, we’ve had the pleasure of speaking to Carissa Tanton. A super fun & creative artist & illustrator from North Wales. Carissa works traditionally, ink & paper, to create some beautiful illustrations inspired by the outdoors, her love of tea & the beauty in everyday life. You can use the links below to find Carissa on her social platforms as well as her website if you’d like to see more work from her or to simply show some support! 😊We hope you enjoy reading this week’s chat! ✌🏼

What are your biggest inspirations?

The natural world is my biggest inspiration, whether it’s the landscape, the details of the plants and flowers around me, or the cyclical natures in accordance with the moon and flow of the seasons. I’m also very inspired by the everyday, sitting to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, or the simplicity of ones daily walk in the woods.

Credit: Carissa Tanton

How did you start your career in art?

I moved to Paris in 2012 after graduating with a degree in Psychology and English and no idea of what to do next. There I fell in love with art and drawing (and wine and croissants). I slowly started to develop my own drawing practice and when I returned to Wales a couple of years later I went back to college for a year to study art and design. Inspired by minimalism I simplified my practice to just pen and paper and have been drawing ever since.

What is your favourite piece that you have created?

I think it would have to be my continuous sea line drawing. I really love playing with line work, from drawing with closed eyes or my non dominant hand. Continuous line is a playful way to create too and I really love the way this came together and represented the continuous motion of the waves.

Credit: Carissa Tanton

What is your biggest challenge with your work?

I feel quite challenged by imposter syndrome as I am mostly self taught and my art comes from a place of playfulness, and sometimes I think I should be a bit more serious. The other challenge is prioritising time to draw, to create and develop my craft, as running your own business involves a lot of other, less fun, things to fill your time with.

If you could trade lives with someone for a day, who would you choose?

Elizabeth Gilbert. Her approach to creativity is so inspiring to me, and she seems to live her life very joyfully with an inspiring group of other creative, thoughtful and strong women as her friendship circle.

Credit: Carissa Tanton

What is the most important thing to you in life?

Peace of mind. We live in such a hectic world and our mindset affects everything.

Can you name one of your fondest childhood memories?

My dad is one of 5 children so we have a big extended family with lots of cousins. We used to spend every summer going away together in our caravans, a big group of us and we’d spend every evening sat around a fire and all day in nature, usually at the beach. I loved those summer trips, we’re all quite silly and I just remember laughing a lot.

What do you listen to / watch when you're working?

I love to listen to inspiring podcasts, YouTube videos or audiobooks when I’m working. I’m currently listening to Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer which is filling me with a love of nature.

Credit: Carissa Tanton

What would your dream house look like?

It would be very small (less cleaning to do!), filled with white walls, wooden furniture and a few treasured possessions. A huge garden and a beautiful view so I could admire my vegetables and flowers growing whilst I do the washing up or draw.

What has been your biggest achievement in life?

At 31 I still feel like I have so many achievements ahead of me. But so far I think having carved out a job for myself that I adore and means that I get to draw for a living is just magical and unbelievable to me most days.

Other than creating art, how else do you like to relax?

I’m a huge fan of meditation. If I don’t meditate daily then I just feel off. And then the other big love of my life is my garden, I find weeding to be one of the most relaxing pastimes.

Credit: Carissa Tanton

Biiiiiiig thank you again to Carissa for taking part this week & chatting with us. Absolutely loved it this week 😁Please do go and check out Carissa and her work on her sites (linked below) and show your support 💛

Carissa Tanton Website

Carissa Tanton Instagram

Carissa Tanton Twitter

Carissa Tanton Etsy Store

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Lionia Art | 11:11 Ascendance

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Bea Jareno Jewellery is supporting the Landmarks Arts Centre in Teddington by adding one of our Afiok beaded necklace and hook earrings to their 25th Anniversary artist sale. The Landmarks Arts Centre needs funding as it is a charity and is experiencing a great difficulty due to the covid-19 impact. We are proudly donating 40% of this sale to this amazing arts organisation 🙏🏻 . So please do take a look during this week at @landmarkartfairs and help supporting the arts. Thank you all! Have a beautiful Bank holiday Monday 💕. . . . . #beajareno #beajarenojewellery #beajarenojewelleryonlineshop #beajarenojewellerysupportingarts #landmarkartscentre #landmarksart #teddington #artistsale #supportingarts #supportsmallbusiness #supportingartists #supportingsmallbusinesses #supportinglocal #butlocal #becauseyoucan #supportingcharities #artistsoninstagram #artistlove (at London, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAm3wv9nu3M/?igshid=1w1yih94gwb6r