An exclusive studio reveal and a deep dive into the creative workflow, mixed-media techniques, and professional art formulas behind my latest collection.
Pull up a chair and join me in the studio’s brand-new Conversation Corner! This cosy spot was intentionally designed alongside Emma Adams1 (brilliant furniture restorer and designer) and Jenny Zolkwer2 (soulful shaper of clay vessels) to create a dedicated space for connection, community, and dialogue during our Open Studios, happening right now.
To make myself at home in the new space, I’ve recorded a different kind of Sketchbook Peek for you this month. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at my creative workflow, mapping the journey of a brand-new series from the initial spark to the final framed piece.
Behind the Scenes: The 3D Art Formula
In this video, I’m breaking down the exact professional progression of how a fleeting live study becomes a commercial, collection-ready painting:
The Anchor Object: Real vine tomatoes resting in a beautiful ceramic pot that Jenny helped me make.
The Initial Sketches: Capturing raw, heavy shapes and line movement directly into the sketchbook.
The Working Drawings: Scaling up the composition, testing proportions, and refining the forms.
The Final Collection: How those layered stages evolved into my completed, framed mixed-media series: Soup, Sauce, Salad, and Ketchup.
Whether you’re looking for a peek into the studio or want to see how a collection structured around a specific framework comes together, I hope this behind-the-scenes look inspires your week.
Grab a cuppa, watch the studio tour, and let me know your thoughts on the process in the comments!
Lemons & Limes Part 3: Mustard Please
Sketchbook Playdate Phase 3: The Power of Contrast
We’ve drawn the bones and discovered the spark—now we Develop. In the final part of our Lemons & Limes miniseries, we’re using a disciplined Mustard palette of Cadmium Yellow, Payne’s Grey, and White. By limiting our colours, we focus purely on value contrast—the secret to making a painting shout or whisper. This session turns your playful discovery into a purposeful, refined plan. It’s the bridge between a sketchbook experiment and a concept that’s ready to grow onto a larger canvas.
Ready to commit to your sketchbook? Hit the Like button, then join the BRIGHT Family, to access the full video lesson and the community Playground. I can’t wait to see your Mustard Please development!
Thank you for joining me in the studio today—grab your favourite art supplies, show me what’s inside your sketchbook, and let’s keep the conversation going in the comments below!
