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Behind the Brushstrokes: A Conversation with painter Jo Rance
Today, for the inaugural conversation, I'm thrilled to be featuring the amazing Jo Rance, a Cambridge based painter who is gaining quite...
Emily Hadley
Jun 13, 20243 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
May 11, 20242 min read
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Beyond the Gallery Walls: A guide to buying fine art in 2024
The art world can seem intimidating, shrouded in mystery and high-priced auction houses. But fear not, art enthusiasts! Buying art is an...
Emily Hadley
May 1, 20242 min read
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Dive Deeper: The World of Abstract Art
Welcome, art enthusiasts, to a realm where reality bends and emotions take centre stage: the captivating world of abstract art! Abstract...
Emily Hadley
Apr 27, 20242 min read
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A Potted History of Dutch Delftware
Our gallery artist Laura Winstone is a big fan of the Netherlands and is heavily influenced by the tradition of Delftware pottery. With...
Emily Hadley
Apr 20, 20242 min read
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Have you heard of 'Colourist' painters?
Artists who focus primarily on the expression of colour in their work are known as ‘Colourists’, itself a specific art movement.
Emily Hadley
Mar 17, 20242 min read
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How to Create a Gallery Wall
I have created many gallery walls over the years and the key message from me is to have fun with it! Don’t feel you have to have the...
Emily Hadley
Feb 14, 20243 min read
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Art podcasts to get your ears around...
The art scene is buzzing with fantastic podcasts for every taste. There is nothing I like more than having the chance to listen to people...
Emily Hadley
Jan 3, 20246 min read
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Top Tips for Gifting Art
Gifting artwork can be a wonderful and thoughtful gesture, but it can also feel daunting. To help you out, here are some tips on how to...
Emily Hadley
Jan 1, 20243 min read
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Why art is important to child development
As the art coordinator of a large primary school for over a decade, I am a keen advocate of ensuring children are exposed to as many...
Emily Hadley
Dec 3, 20233 min read
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How to buy art with confidence..
Here are some things you should consider when buying art to ensure you are getting a good quality piece that you will love for years to...
Emily Hadley
Dec 3, 20232 min read
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Christmas Gift Guide - Secret Santa for £10 and under!
I've joined in with this year's Secret Santa at work so I have been trawling the internet for really good Secret Santa presents and...
Emily Hadley
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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How to create a unique home style
Creating a unique home is all about expressing your personality and style through your décor and design choices. Here are some tips to...
Emily Hadley
Nov 27, 20232 min read
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How to choose art for your home
Choosing art is a personal decision, and there is no right or wrong answer. However, there are some things you can keep in mind to make...
Emily Hadley
Nov 27, 20231 min read
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Artist Profile: Lubaina Himid
Who is Lubaina Himid and why should she be on your radar?! In my role as an educator I was asked to plan a series of lessons to mark...
Emily Hadley
Oct 22, 20233 min read
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How to get interior inspiration from paintings
Paintings can be a great source of inspiration for interior design. They can provide ideas for colour palettes, patterns, textures and...
Emily Hadley
Sep 15, 20231 min read
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Five reasons why it is a very good idea to have art in your home!
Niamh Birch - Sitting on Mum's Parquet Floor Here are my five reasons why I think it's a great idea to get some artwork in your house......
Emily Hadley
Aug 22, 20233 min read
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Artist Profile - Peggy Angus
Have you ever heard of the artist and designer Peggy Angus? I am ashamed to admit that I only discovered her work very recently... It was...
Emily Hadley
May 15, 20234 min read
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Interior Ideas to Achieve the Wes Anderson Aesthetic in your Home
Wes Anderson is a director known for his distinctive visual style. His films are often set in whimsical, symmetrical worlds with bold...
Emily Hadley
Apr 25, 20233 min read
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Secret Interior Hack - Mirrors!
Mirrors are so important within an interior scheme, they add depth to a room and give it more life, in fact the clever use of mirrors can...
Emily Hadley
Apr 15, 20233 min read
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