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I’ve been working on some new versions of my Mother and Child print, and have produced a range with multiple children. They are not … More New work for Sunshine and Shenanigans »
Around a year ago, I updated and re-opened my Etsy store. I updated the logo, and made some new supporting graphics for social media, … More Sunshine and Shenanigans – branding and update »
It’s 2021… and not a lot has changed! I’ve been busy so far this month, which is good. A few projects on the go, … More Updates »
Final moon of the year, and the challenge – The Oak Moon A watercolour piece, with ink, that ended up in my Full Moon … More Monthly Art Challenge – December »
It’s that time of year again, although this year is much, much more different to normal… I have had a few ‘festive’ jobs on, … More Christmas Work… »
This month’s full moon – Beaver Moon! I had great fun with this one experimenting with watercolour, ink, brushes, toothbrushes, pointed pen, metallic watercolour … More Monthly Art Challenge – November »
The Hunter’s Moon! Using a few new skills and media… Watercolour, alcohol, pilot parallel pen and fineliner. I really like this one, I enjoyed … More Monthly Art Challenge – October »
This month’s moon – the Barley Moon… I wanted to have a go at a quick illustration for this one, using ink and watercolour. … More Monthly Art Challenge – September »
A completely different take on the Sturgeon Moon this month, practicing some of the skills I am learning at the moment… A bit rough … More Monthly Art Challenge – August »
By the end of May the lockdown was taking it’s toll slightly, and whilst I have had a trickle of work, a 2 year … More Lettering Daily June Challenge »
I started Sunshine and Shenanigans about 6 years ago, selling peg doll cake toppers. I didn’t really start seriously until 2020 – when we were all hit by the first lockdown. I suddenly had some time on my hands, and the need to try and earn some money! Loads of the half started ideas, or the paintings I’d done for family and friends were finally given some more time and effort, and I started selling on my Etsy store.
My main inspiration is nature, and I have really enjoyed the full moon series. This took me over a year, painting a moon every month, before I re-did the whole series ready for the calendar. I also love pagan and Celtic influences, which you can see in my work. I like painting with watercolour, and calligraphy and hand lettering, but I am always trying new things!
I will keep adding pieces to the store as they get finished. At the moment, I have calendars, wall planners and a range of prints (which can be personalised) and cards. I am always happy to do custom orders, and bespoke pieces of art. Contact me using the form on the contact page, or through Etsy for more details.