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Open House November 16, 2017 00:00

It's looking a bit empty at the moment but this is where our festive weekend event will be taking place on 25th and 26th November. Over 15 artists will be selling their work and there'll be live music and mulled wine. Come and join us..

open house


Celf at Christmas November 15, 2017 10:00

Music, mince pies, mulled wines and fabulous local artwork....At the end of November, we'll be hosting a fun and festive art and music exhibition at Ty Glas, 2A Overland Road, Langland, SA3 4LS.

We've got something for everyone: art, glass, music, ceramics, plants and textiles bought to you by over 15 local Welsh artists and live harpist Delyth Jenkins. 

Get ahead with your Christmas pressies and choose from an array of arty gifts!

Details: 11am - 4pm, 25th and 26th November.

We're looking forward to seeing you all

paper cut


Looking for a Christmas Gift? November 13, 2017 12:00

Join the local art community for a weekend of festivities. This November 25th/26th, we'll be hosting Celf at Christmas, a local art and music event in Langland.

Come and join us! There's plenty on offer, whether you're into art, plants, ceramics, glass, textiles or music (or mulled wine!). With over 15 local Welsh artists and live harp music from Delyth Jenkins, we hope you can find some brilliant Christmas prezzies for your loved ones!

Address: Ty Glas, 2A Overland Road, Langland, SA3 4LS.

Bring your friends and family along. We'll see you any time from 11am - 4pm!

This painting is by James Donovan 

james donovan painting


Festive Weekend November 12, 2017 20:50

Reptile will be joining us at our affordable art exhibition on 25th and 26th November, sellinh her beautiful hand painted tiles. These remind me of the creatures of the deep on Blue Planet!

reptile


Celf at Xmas November 6, 2017 08:00

Get ahead with your Christmas pressies and choose from an array of arty gifts at our Celf for Xmas event at my house in Swansea.

celf at xmas


Celf at Xmas - Harriet Chapman November 3, 2017 14:00

Come and join us! There's plenty on offer, whether you're into art, plants, ceramics, glass, textiles or music (or mulled wine!). With over 15 local Welsh artists and live harp music from Delyth Jenkins, we hope you can find some brilliant Christmas prezzies for your loved ones!

These beautiful scarves and bags by Harriet Chapman will be on sale

harriet chapman


Live music at the Celf at Xmas Event November 2, 2017 09:30

Come and see Delyth Jenkins playing her harp live at the Celf at Xmas event on 25th and 26th November.

delyth jenkins harpist


Celf at Xmas November 1, 2017 12:48

Art, music, plants, ceramics, textiles...Join us on the 25th and 26th November from 11am - 4pm for a festive weekend of local art and music. Whether you're an avid art lover or just looking for Christmas prezzie ideas, we've got something for you! The event will be held at my house - Ty Glas, 2A Overland Road, Langland, SA3 4LS and we've got over 15 Welsh artist's work on display and live harp music from Delyth Jenkins!

Hope you can make it:)

celf at xmas


Spanish Still Life October 24, 2017 15:00

View through the window in Seville

Spanish Still Life


Spanish Tiles and Wind Turbines October 23, 2017 12:30

 

Spanish Tiles


Big Sky October 22, 2017 11:00

Detail of a Spanish town with a big (blue) sky and palms

Big Sky


Line Drawings October 20, 2017 10:00

This drawing is of Cordoba and you can just see the olive grove and wind turbines in the left corner

Cordoba


Inspiration October 19, 2017 07:00

This plaza of palm trees was the inspiration for the previous drawing

Palm Trees


Drawings October 18, 2017 20:05

I've been really enjoying myself making lots of line drawings based on my recent trip to Andalucia

line drawing of Spain


Choosing an Anniversary Present October 9, 2017 10:30

The first wedding anniversary is symbolised by paper and as we know the names of some anniversaries provide guidance for appropriate or traditional gifts for the spouses to give each other. So what could be better than an unusual hand crafted paper cut artwork which can be personalised if you wish. Not only will this thoughtful and fitting gift be loved and appreciated, it will also be cherished for years to come.

We have a whole section on this website devoted to weddings and personalised artwork suitable for all budgets

1st anniversary gift 

 


Making Stock October 7, 2017 15:30

Here are some of the paper cuts that I have made this week

xmas stock


Work in progress October 6, 2017 09:30

It's only October but galleries are asking for Xmas stock already! I've been busy in my studio making work to send all over the country to the many galleries that I supply.

work in progress


Business for Bohemians October 5, 2017 17:47

I have just read this brilliant book by Tom Hodgkinson and although I have been running my own business as a self employed artist for over 20 years, it is great to have confirmation that I am not alone in how I feel about my life \ work balance. He quotes Robert Louis Stevenson who said that 'my idea of a (wo)man's chief end was to enrich the world with things of beauty and have a fairly good time myself while doing so'. I love what I do and the freedom that it gives me is more important than money. I'm not bothered about expensive cars, clothes and holidays and I will never retire. Work is just about the most important thing in my life (along with my friends and family) and working on my own means I don't have responsibility for others. My ideal day is to walk round the cliffs in the morning - which I usually do with a friend, cycle to my studio ...in the sun preferably... and stay there most of the day making and creating and then spend the evening with family & friends or doing zumba or yoga. Having said that, work is almost never off my mind. I think about it constantly and often have to work in the evenings instead of being sociable. But I don't mind doing that as I love my work!

business for bohemians


10 Best Coastal Designer - Makers October 3, 2017 17:24

If you are looking for beautiful, unique hand crafted products which are inspired by the sea, then head over to the current issue of Coast magazine. Here you will find a feature on the 10 best coastal designer - makers in the UK and I am delighted to have been included.

coast magazine 10 best coastal designer makers


Florist's Logo October 1, 2017 10:30

I created these logos for a wonderful, creative and well established local florist who attending a wedding fair in Gower this weekend. Simone is reknown for her creative and original displays and she's the girl to go to for anything unusual and beautiful.

florists logos


New Work September 30, 2017 16:00

I've been thinking for a long time about ways in which I can develop my work, especially ways in which to use more colour. These are some collage sketches using motifs and individual shapes that I made today inspired by mid century textile designs. I'm looking forward to getting back into my studio tomorrow to develop them further.

new collages


Congratulations September 29, 2017 12:30

Congratulations to the @justacard campaign for today's success and thank you to Sarah Hamilton for supporting and promoting my work.

congratulations


Just a Card Campaign September 28, 2017 22:04

Today I'm supporting Sarah Hamilton and her amazing JUSTACARD campaign on Instagram. Sarah is making people aware that just buying a card or soemthing small from artists, makers, independent shops and galleries helps them stay in business. This means that you can continue to have a choice of original, beautiful and creative things rather than a high street full of chains selling the same stuff everywhere.

cards


Day at the Beach September 24, 2017 22:21

This is a paper cut that I created as a surprise gift for a Dad's special birthday


Detail September 21, 2017 11:03

Close up of FLOCK paper cut

close up of paper cut


Exhibition September 19, 2017 14:52

This is the stand at Made by Hand Cardiff that won me the award of Best Maker in Wales in 2015. I'm having a year off from exhibitions this year but the event is on shortly and well worth making the trip for.

Paper cut hanging


Plants September 15, 2017 08:00

I love the shapes plants make and their decorative quality.

PLANT DRAWINGS


Autumn September 14, 2017 11:12

Autumn has come with a bang this year - no gentle easing in! The leaves are changing colour and falling from the trees. I need to be getting out there with my rake!

gardening

 


More Sleeves September 13, 2017 18:30

I got very excited when designing these and just couldn't stop creating them!

pot cover


Cacti Sleeves September 12, 2017 09:00

This is a project that I've been working on with a florist to create wedding table decor and favours. They are metallic stencils on waterproof paper to make sleeves to cover plastic plant pots

cactus sleeve


Paper Cut September 8, 2017 13:53

I have to walk up this hill, past the rows of terraced houses, everyday!

hillside paper cut


New Project September 7, 2017 21:13

I've been working on a collection of metallic sleeves for tiny cactus pots

cactus sleeve


Narnia September 4, 2017 10:00

A commission of the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

narnia


Gorgeous Views September 3, 2017 09:30

I'm so lucky to live in such a beautiful place that I never tire of. This photo was taken last week on my morning walk.

gower coast


From the Weekend September 2, 2017 13:30

Hers's a pic from the open house that i did at the weekend. We had amazing weather and were able to spend most of day talking to visitors in the garden

open house


New Artwork September 1, 2017 19:00

I have created a collection of collaged paper cuts which don't need framing. I love the clean minimalist effect.

minimalist collage