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Framing Your Art Prints or Original Works on Paper: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide will walk you through how to frame giclée art prints or works on paper yourself using off the shelf frames for an affordable...
Emily Hadley
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Christmas Gift Guide 2024 - Secret Santa for £10 and under!
Last year I wrote a blog post about secret Santa Presents for £10 and under. It is the most read blog post on my website to date
Emily Hadley
Nov 6, 20242 min read
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Unleash Your Inner Artist: How to Create an Epic Gallery wall in Your Home!
After a recent visit to the magnificent 8 Holland Street my love for a salon hang (aka gallery wall) has been reignited. At the St James...
Emily Hadley
Oct 30, 20245 min read
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Art as the Foundation: Starting Your Interior Design Journey
Ever wondered how to infuse your space with personality and soul? Â The answer might be simpler than you think: art. Often overlooked as...
Emily Hadley
Oct 24, 20243 min read
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Art That Speaks to You: A Visual Literacy Guide to Choosing Art
Ever felt overwhelmed by the endless sea of art options when decorating your home? Â Don't worry, you're not alone! Choosing the perfect...
Emily Hadley
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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Why art is important to me. A love letter.
For me, viewing art isn't just a pastime; it's a way of life. It's a window into the world, a source of inspiration and a constant companion
Emily Hadley
Sep 24, 20242 min read
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How a Painting Can Paint Your Room: A Gallerist's Guide to Colour Coordination!
A well-chosen painting not only adds a touch of personality to your space but can also serve as a foundation for your entire colour palette.
Emily Hadley
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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Finding the Perfect Spot: Where to Display Art in Your Home
Where to Hang Your Art: The Ultimate Guide to Home Art Placement Art elevates a space, breathes life into bare walls, adds a touch of...
Emily Hadley
Sep 16, 20243 min read
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Art: A Hidden Gem Boosting UK Property Values
Is your home missing a little something? Â A new study suggests that adding art could be the key to unlocking significant value. According...
Emily Hadley
Sep 16, 20242 min read
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Interior Hack! How to use art to brighten a dark space...
Brightening a dark room with paintings can be a magical trick, transforming a gloomy space into one that feels inviting and cheerful....
Emily Hadley
Sep 9, 20242 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A Conversation with painter Lucy Muss
Lucy’s fascination with colour is evident in her paintings alongside a love of space, shape and pattern. As Cambridge languages graduate,...
Emily Hadley
Sep 9, 20244 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A conversation with painter Polly Luce.
Bristol based artist, Polly Luce uses a variety of mixed media, her paintings seeking to capture a fleeting moment or emotion while...
Emily Hadley
Sep 4, 20245 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A conversation with ceramicist and illustrator Laura Winstone
Laura Winstone is a Norfolk based, award winning artist and illustrator who has exhibited work in the V&A, The Sainsbury Centre and...
Emily Hadley
Aug 8, 20243 min read
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Art as a Catalyst for Change: Confronting Racism Through Contemporary British Art
In the last week, the tragic murders of three young girls in Southport has sparked widespread domestic terrorism across the UK. Fuelled...
Emily Hadley
Aug 8, 20242 min read
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Behind the Brushstokes: A Conversation with Painter Amy Rhodes
The next in my series of conversations with artists. Read about South Staffordshire based artist Amy Rhodes in her own words. Discover...
Emily Hadley
Aug 7, 20244 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A Conversation with Painter, Danielle Neill
Read about Bristol based artist Danielle Neill in her own words.
Emily Hadley
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A Conversation with painter Jakub Sohe
The next in my series of interviews with artists features abstract artist Jakub Sohe. Originally from Moravia in the Czech Republic,...
Emily Hadley
Jul 21, 20244 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A Conversation with abstract painter Liese Webley
Liese Webley is an established abstract artist with a career spanning over two decades. Inspired by the natural world, particularly the...
Emily Hadley
Jun 29, 20243 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A Conversation with painter Abi Wason
Find out more about gallery artist Abi Wason. Abi is a contemporary artist who translates emotions and stories onto canvas. Her work is a...
Emily Hadley
Jun 29, 20245 min read
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Behind the Brushstrokes: A Conversation with painter Jenni Stuart
My second conversation in this series is with Bristol based abstract painter Jenni Stuart.
Emily Hadley
Jun 23, 20245 min read
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