Going Global – Environmental Journey of Discovery No 5

Posted by on January 27, 2012 · 4 Comments 

Global, Environmental & Climate Crisis, I’m there, I finally get it, I mean a thorough and clear understanding  of exactly how it came about, why it is getting worse and how serious it really is. I’ve reached the biting point of understanding, 7 months ago I knew nothing, just that it was happening and we should all drive less, recycle more, buy organic or from sustainable sources. Hotter summers and colder winters….ice caps melting…sea levels rising, turn lights... Read More

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Art For The Home Using Recycled Picture Frames

Posted by on January 11, 2012 · 1 Comment 

I found these 4 solid pine picture frames at a local charity shop. Whilst I think the pictures they held were quite sweet, they were exceptionally poor quality, yellowed and dirty…as were the frames. The first thing I did was to think about the composition for each picture. I had 4 images in mind and the card stock to make the frames. I wanted to give each picture a frame finish that complimented it’s colour scheme. So these particular frames were going to get a complete... Read More

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Staying True To Your Eco Beliefs – Environmental Journey of Discovery No 4

Posted by on January 10, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

I have been relatively quiet for a while on the site, by no means have I been resting on my laurels. I’ve just been trying to push on with my environmental art and design work, and following my environemtal journey of discovery and where it takes me. First of all, Happy New Year to anyone reading this.  I am so proud of myself for staying true to my beliefs this Christmas. Not only am I pretty poor at the moment, considering I am no longer taking on corporate client work,... Read More

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Did you know….?

At least 2,000,000 Europeans live in mobile, semipermanent, or other premises not fit for human habitation. "Report on Housing Exclusion and Homlessness," Council of Europe.

Inspiring thought…

I overheard one Mum saying to another the other day. "XXXXXX scares me with how much she grasps and learns. Apparently because children don't have to be anywhere or do anything their minds are clear, that's why they are like knowledge sponges. My mind is obviously at full capacity!" Give yourself an hour a week (at least) to clear your mind and see what you can learn.

Do you design yourself?

Sure, I have over 10 years experience in new media designing for other people and I built this blog from scratch. I'm also a gilder and specialise in frame conservation and preservation.