​“Art is unquestionably one of the purest and highest elements in human happiness. It trains the mind through the eye, and the eye through the mind. As the sun colors flowers, so does art color life.”
John Lubbock
I have been an artist my entire life...
All of my earliest memories when I was young were of me being creative. As a teenager all I did was paint and draw on everything, from my homework to my clothes, nothing remained un-touched. After a degree at Central St Martin's School of Art, London, I entered the world of magazines and enjoyed an amazing, exciting and long career as a beauty and wellbeing editor, working for top titles from Glamour to Vogue, Get The Gloss and YOU magazine amongst many other titles.
However the one thing that remained constant throughout my time working in magazines was my artwork, which I always did 'on the side' for private clients and for brands. It was something I always came back to.
A few years ago, I made a decision to make my artwork a much bigger part of my life and spend less time on a screen. Instead of doing it as a side hustle I made it my focus and haven't looked back since. Everything I create is by hand (good old fashioned pencil, pen and paint!) which I feel is much needed in a world drowning in digital and AI. To be honest it feels like I've come home, that this is my calling.
You can read more below about the different areas of my work. If you need any further information please don't hesitate to contact me here
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Susannah
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My Art & Inspo
I am very lucky to be able to say that I live in the Cotswolds in the UK. The abundance of beauty that surrounds us is a constant source of inspiration for my artwork. I am a keen gardener and my fine art prints, available in the shop, have each been inspired by the botanicals in my garden.
I am passionate about nature and the environment and love to help others appreciate its' wonder in my workshops (see below)
Brands & Bespoke
I have worked with many well known brands bringing packaging to life or breathing creativity into events through my art and illustration. Recent activity has included illustrations for invitations, packaging designs, a huge mural in an office and window designs during Chelsea Flower Show. See here.
Another passion is creating bespoke designs for furniture and walls, always working with each client to create something completely unique to them and their setting. See here.
Events & Workshops
I truly love helping others to feel more creative. I firmly believe that creativity is the 5th pillar of wellbeing and we all should be doing way more of it (this is where my knowledge as a wellbeing editor and my art collide.)
I therefore frequently host painting, drawing and botanical art workshops in beautiful locations or on retreats throughout the UK where I incorporate talks about the wellness wonders of creativity, the vital importance of using our hands in a digitally dominated world, and the importance of establishing a regular creative practice. Check out my upcoming events and workshops here
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​Check out my portfolio of work on my illustration Instagram page here , my brand partnerships here and shop my print collection and original artwork here