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Aug 23, 2020

It's Okay to Cry

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1. My first studio in the UK, 2017. A small room where I spent hours drawing.

2. Objects that travelled with me from Mexico and Colombia.

3. Reworking my approach to colour in a new country. Adjusting to a different light, palette and culture.

4. Coloured pencils for early colour studies. Two Faros tins on the desk. Any guesses what’s inside them?

5. My last studio before leaving Mexico, 2016.

6. Colour was already a constant presence.

7. My old dog in the studio in front of one of my paintings. She has since passed away, but she kept me company through many hours of work. Thanks, @solomariaa_ for looking after her.

Soundtrack for this little studio archive: Apertura Cancionera by Mexican artist @natalialafourcade

#artiststudio
#artistlife
#visualartist
#paintingprocess
#colourstudies

1. My first studio in the UK, 2017. A small room where I spent hours drawing.

2. Objects that travelled with me from Mexico and Colombia.

3. Reworking my approach to colour in a new country. Adjusting to a different light, palette and culture.

4. Coloured pencils for early colour studies. Two Faros tins on the desk. Any guesses what’s inside them?

5. My last studio before leaving Mexico, 2016.

6. Colour was already a constant presence.

7. My old dog in the studio in front of one of my paintings. She has since passed away, but she kept me company through many hours of work. Thanks, @solomariaa_ for looking after her.

Soundtrack for this little studio archive: Apertura Cancionera by Mexican artist @natalialafourcade

#artiststudio
#artistlife
#visualartist
#paintingprocess
#colourstudies

A morning of meetings in historic Harwich 🤓🎨

Planning what’s coming next.

Spring has sprung, so I’m taking a slow walk along the promenade to gather ideas before heading back to the studio @_hahc_

A morning of meetings in historic Harwich 🤓🎨

Planning what’s coming next.

Spring has sprung, so I’m taking a slow walk along the promenade to gather ideas before heading back to the studio @_hahc_

Un poco sobre mi uso del color. Choosing a colour palette needs careful consideration 💭🎨

Un poco sobre mi uso del color. Choosing a colour palette needs careful consideration 💭🎨

Last week I was in Manchester painting a new mural. @tre_stead

Before any colour touches the wall, there’s a lot of thinking about composition, rhythm, and the people who will live with it.

Working at this scale changes the relationship between body and surface. Every decision carries weight.

The piece is finished. I’m letting it settle before I share it.

Last week I was in Manchester painting a new mural. @tre_stead

Before any colour touches the wall, there’s a lot of thinking about composition, rhythm, and the people who will live with it.

Working at this scale changes the relationship between body and surface. Every decision carries weight.

The piece is finished. I’m letting it settle before I share it.

Very close to finishing @tre_stead‘s mural.
Some polishing and a few details left before varnishing.

Leaving you with some close-ups while I go through the footage 📹

Very close to finishing @tre_stead‘s mural.
Some polishing and a few details left before varnishing.

Leaving you with some close-ups while I go through the footage 📹

Gear that keeps me functioning!

Is there anything you’d like to know about my process?

Gear that keeps me functioning!

Is there anything you’d like to know about my process?

New mural in progress. Manchester. 🧱🎨

Thank you, @tre_stead, for commissioning the piece and for preparing the wall so carefully before I arrived. It really makes all the difference.

I spent a couple of days designing and refining from home. Travelled up on Sunday with @benbrownsingsongs. Monday was about catching up with Tre, setting up, walking through the space and tracing the sketch onto the wall. Yesterday the big blocks of colour started going in.

Layer one looks raw.
Layer two does the magic.🧚🏼‍♀️

More progress soon.

New mural in progress. Manchester. 🧱🎨

Thank you, @tre_stead, for commissioning the piece and for preparing the wall so carefully before I arrived. It really makes all the difference.

I spent a couple of days designing and refining from home. Travelled up on Sunday with @benbrownsingsongs. Monday was about catching up with Tre, setting up, walking through the space and tracing the sketch onto the wall. Yesterday the big blocks of colour started going in.

Layer one looks raw.
Layer two does the magic.🧚🏼‍♀️

More progress soon.

Done and dusted, onto 2026! 💫

This year was a busy one. I met lovely people, got to try new things and work on projects outside my comfort zone 🧚🏽‍♀️

It felt like a time of exploration with a touch of chaos, such is life! 🤣🦹🏽‍♀️

I painted more small pieces than usual, attended and delivered a few workshops, and travelled more than ever 🏞️

It was all very exciting!

This gallery brings together some of the collaborations and experiences I got to be part of this year, and I hope the next one brings even more creative challenges.

Thanks for staying tuned! I wish you all the best for 2026. 🌟

1, 2 & 3. In collaboration with @colmuseums, I created a portrait of Margaret Cavendish and five fun characters inspired by The Blazing World for an exhibition at Hollytrees Museum celebrating her life and work. @colchestercitycouncil

4. Sketches for a commission to create a light banner for Dovercourt, which will be installed in 2026, after winter.

5 & 6. Details from the design of three massive murals. I can’t share the full images yet, but they’ll be installed in 2026.

7 -11. I created visuals for Ben Brown’s live performances, designed assets and worked as his tour manager to make sure everything was in place, so Ben could do his thing. @benbrownsingsongs 💕

12 & 13 Finally got hold of the stickers and T-shirts I designed for @blackcactusstudio 🖤

14 & 15 An exhibition at @_hahc_, where I had a few new pieces.

16 & 17 @beans.on.toast invited me to be artist in residence at @foolhardyfolkfestival 🙏 I sold most of my canvases! It was such a great day. Thanks @emmgibbphoto for the lovely shots

18 @frankturner invited me to be artist in residence at the @losteveningsfest festival in Edinburgh, four days of pure fun! Thanks @tre_stead for your support 🩵

19 & 20 I recovered the photos of a painting I made last year for some clients in Hardleigh, and I can finally share it.

Special thanks to @are.you.creative.podcast for inviting me to chat. It was great!

Done and dusted, onto 2026! 💫

This year was a busy one. I met lovely people, got to try new things and work on projects outside my comfort zone 🧚🏽‍♀️

It felt like a time of exploration with a touch of chaos, such is life! 🤣🦹🏽‍♀️

I painted more small pieces than usual, attended and delivered a few workshops, and travelled more than ever 🏞️

It was all very exciting!

This gallery brings together some of the collaborations and experiences I got to be part of this year, and I hope the next one brings even more creative challenges.

Thanks for staying tuned! I wish you all the best for 2026. 🌟

1, 2 & 3. In collaboration with @colmuseums, I created a portrait of Margaret Cavendish and five fun characters inspired by The Blazing World for an exhibition at Hollytrees Museum celebrating her life and work. @colchestercitycouncil

4. Sketches for a commission to create a light banner for Dovercourt, which will be installed in 2026, after winter.

5 & 6. Details from the design of three massive murals. I can’t share the full images yet, but they’ll be installed in 2026.

7 -11. I created visuals for Ben Brown’s live performances, designed assets and worked as his tour manager to make sure everything was in place, so Ben could do his thing. @benbrownsingsongs 💕

12 & 13 Finally got hold of the stickers and T-shirts I designed for @blackcactusstudio 🖤

14 & 15 An exhibition at @_hahc_, where I had a few new pieces.

16 & 17 @beans.on.toast invited me to be artist in residence at @foolhardyfolkfestival 🙏 I sold most of my canvases! It was such a great day. Thanks @emmgibbphoto for the lovely shots

18 @frankturner invited me to be artist in residence at the @losteveningsfest festival in Edinburgh, four days of pure fun! Thanks @tre_stead for your support 🩵

19 & 20 I recovered the photos of a painting I made last year for some clients in Hardleigh, and I can finally share it.

Special thanks to @are.you.creative.podcast for inviting me to chat. It was great!

I must be honest with you. After moving continents three times, I don’t really know how to celebrate Christmas anymore 🤷🏽‍♀️🫠

I’ve adopted traditions from the places I’ve lived in, maybe even some I don’t fully understand 🙈

Despite my confusion, the most important part of it all to me is that, for those who are privileged enough, this is a time to have some extra fun and spend some quality time with friends and family 🥰🎉🎄🐣

Felices fiestas para todos! 🪅

P.S. I can’t wait to spend another Christmas with you @benbrownsingsongs 💝

I must be honest with you. After moving continents three times, I don’t really know how to celebrate Christmas anymore 🤷🏽‍♀️🫠

I’ve adopted traditions from the places I’ve lived in, maybe even some I don’t fully understand 🙈

Despite my confusion, the most important part of it all to me is that, for those who are privileged enough, this is a time to have some extra fun and spend some quality time with friends and family 🥰🎉🎄🐣

Felices fiestas para todos! 🪅

P.S. I can’t wait to spend another Christmas with you @benbrownsingsongs 💝

Last-minute news!

My online shop is live, and I only have a few prints left at catalinacarvajal.co.uk

Order by Monday evening and I’ll ship on Tuesday, so your print arrives on Wednesday, the 24th — perfect for last-minute Christmas gifts.

Shipping is available only to the UK. But this is temporary!

Made-to-order prints, paintings, and bespoke murals are always available.

I’m planning a couple of new series and have some exciting projects lined up for next year — so I’ll tell you more about this soon.

Last-minute news!

My online shop is live, and I only have a few prints left at catalinacarvajal.co.uk

Order by Monday evening and I’ll ship on Tuesday, so your print arrives on Wednesday, the 24th — perfect for last-minute Christmas gifts.

Shipping is available only to the UK. But this is temporary!

Made-to-order prints, paintings, and bespoke murals are always available.

I’m planning a couple of new series and have some exciting projects lined up for next year — so I’ll tell you more about this soon.

Last Thursday, @benbrownsingsongs and I watched @theclienteleband, one of my favourite bands ever; prime British pop.

I first heard them 15 years ago whilst living in Mexico and have waited for this moment since then, even though living in the UK wasn't on my radar back then.

I cried when they started playing ‘Reflections After Jane’. Something I hadn't experienced in years took over me!

This has been one of the most surreal moments of my life, right when I thought I was becoming too cynical to feel these kinds of things, if you know what I mean 👽

Last Thursday, @benbrownsingsongs and I watched @theclienteleband, one of my favourite bands ever; prime British pop.

I first heard them 15 years ago whilst living in Mexico and have waited for this moment since then, even though living in the UK wasn't on my radar back then.

I cried when they started playing ‘Reflections After Jane’. Something I hadn't experienced in years took over me!

This has been one of the most surreal moments of my life, right when I thought I was becoming too cynical to feel these kinds of things, if you know what I mean 👽

I’m over the moon that @losteveningsfest, a festival curated by @frankturner, has invited me to be the artist in residence at their pop-up art event. 😃😭🥳

Thanks, @xtramilerecordings and Frank’s team, for all your support. I’m also very pleased that @benbrownsingsongs will play on Thursday at the festival and will host the open mic! ♥️

I look forward to seeing you in Edinburgh, @edinburghcornexchange, for four days of music, art, and fantastic speakers.

Yay! 🎉🎊

I’m over the moon that @losteveningsfest, a festival curated by @frankturner, has invited me to be the artist in residence at their pop-up art event. 😃😭🥳

Thanks, @xtramilerecordings and Frank’s team, for all your support. I’m also very pleased that @benbrownsingsongs will play on Thursday at the festival and will host the open mic! ♥️

I look forward to seeing you in Edinburgh, @edinburghcornexchange, for four days of music, art, and fantastic speakers.

Yay! 🎉🎊

Hello it’s me Catalina 🇨🇴😈

I’m very excited to be the artist in residence at @foolhardyfolkfestival in Nottingham this Sunday. 🎨✨

I will painting live throughout the festival and auctioning off the finished painting for charity.

I will also have some new work available created specifically for this event. Come and say hi 👋

Thanks to Ben for filming this 🤳 he will be performing at the event too ! 🎶

Ok, Back to work! ADIÓS 👋

Hello it’s me Catalina 🇨🇴😈

I’m very excited to be the artist in residence at @foolhardyfolkfestival in Nottingham this Sunday. 🎨✨

I will painting live throughout the festival and auctioning off the finished painting for charity.

I will also have some new work available created specifically for this event. Come and say hi 👋

Thanks to Ben for filming this 🤳 he will be performing at the event too ! 🎶

Ok, Back to work! ADIÓS 👋

Updates on my life and work 👀💫

@_hahc_

#artineastanglia #paintings #acrylicpainting #sketchbook #touringadventure #visitingireland #catalinacarvajalillustration #catalinacarvajalart #harwich #catalinacarvajalartist #artinessex

Updates on my life and work 👀💫

@_hahc_

#artineastanglia #paintings #acrylicpainting #sketchbook #touringadventure #visitingireland #catalinacarvajalillustration #catalinacarvajalart #harwich #catalinacarvajalartist #artinessex

These are exciting times 🥂

Thanks to @colmuseums @colchestercitycouncil for inviting me to collaborate in the new exhibition Margaret Cavendish: Trailblazer. 🥇🌟

My work proudly sits next to Peter Lely’s portrait of Margaret (1665)

Margaret Cavendish was a pioneering woman with a fantastic mind and imagination, and this commission was delightful to work on. Thanks, Charlotte, Grace, and Connor, for all your support and being an ace team. Colchester Museums invited me to design five more life-size characters, and I will expand on their creation in future posts. In the meantime, go and see the exhibition if you can 🙌🏼

‘Running from 14 February to 31 August 2025, the exhibition celebrates the life and legacy of Margaret Cavendish, a remarkable figure born and raised in Colchester during the turbulent Civil War era.’ - Colchester City Council.

#margaretcavendish #theblazingworld #colchestercity #hollytreesmuseum #essexuk #catalinacarvajalartist #essexartist #artinessex #catalinacarvajalillustrator #ukillustrator #artineastanglia

These are exciting times 🥂

Thanks to @colmuseums @colchestercitycouncil for inviting me to collaborate in the new exhibition Margaret Cavendish: Trailblazer. 🥇🌟

My work proudly sits next to Peter Lely’s portrait of Margaret (1665)

Margaret Cavendish was a pioneering woman with a fantastic mind and imagination, and this commission was delightful to work on. Thanks, Charlotte, Grace, and Connor, for all your support and being an ace team. Colchester Museums invited me to design five more life-size characters, and I will expand on their creation in future posts. In the meantime, go and see the exhibition if you can 🙌🏼

‘Running from 14 February to 31 August 2025, the exhibition celebrates the life and legacy of Margaret Cavendish, a remarkable figure born and raised in Colchester during the turbulent Civil War era.’ - Colchester City Council.

#margaretcavendish #theblazingworld #colchestercity #hollytreesmuseum #essexuk #catalinacarvajalartist #essexartist #artinessex #catalinacarvajalillustrator #ukillustrator #artineastanglia

Another Carvajal-Brown collaboration.

Vicar & Soft-Boiled Egg was inspired by…

🐣⏲️🥚

check our Patreon to know more about it—it’s cheeky.

#artworkoftheday #songoftheday #artistcollaboration #musicinsuffolk #artinessex

Another Carvajal-Brown collaboration.

Vicar & Soft-Boiled Egg was inspired by…

🐣⏲️🥚

check our Patreon to know more about it—it’s cheeky.

#artworkoftheday #songoftheday #artistcollaboration #musicinsuffolk #artinessex

We’ve been busy painting a new mural, recording new songs at @buffalorecordingstudio, negotiating new commissions, hanging out with family, rushing, and just living life. Life is good ☕️🌞✨

This is an extract from a demo that will soon be recorded. You can find the full version at Patreon 👩🏽‍🎨👨🏻‍🎤

#artineastanglia #musicineastanglia #albumcoverart #digitalartwork #minnows #demosong #creativepowerhouse

We’ve been busy painting a new mural, recording new songs at @buffalorecordingstudio, negotiating new commissions, hanging out with family, rushing, and just living life. Life is good ☕️🌞✨

This is an extract from a demo that will soon be recorded. You can find the full version at Patreon 👩🏽‍🎨👨🏻‍🎤

#artineastanglia #musicineastanglia #albumcoverart #digitalartwork #minnows #demosong #creativepowerhouse

Sound on! 🔔

Drawing inspired by @benbrownstagram_‘s demos is a lot of fun. I get to experiment a lot and I have complete creative freedom. 👩🏽‍🔬🔬

I get to draw some of my favourite things, like mushrooms, trees and things with beaks and legs. 🍄👽

Sometimes, I just let my brain go until I feel the image is ready, even if it seems unfinished. I could keep working on the same image forever, but these are experiments. 🚀🪐

Check a bit of the lyrics below. You can find the full song on Patreon.

#musicuk #artineastanglia #artinessex #albumcover #albumcoverart #uksongwriter #colombianillustration

Move by Ben Brown

Ghost in the morning
In the machine
Laugh if you know what I mean
Taking you sideways
Feels so obscene
starting to feel
Beautiful

You spent all morning
Just glued to a screen
Googling cigarettes
Cutting out pictures
Of soot, smoke and steam
Practicing your finishing move

You’re in my way
Get out and
Move
Don’t need to stay
I think it’s best that you…

Sound on! 🔔

Drawing inspired by @benbrownstagram_‘s demos is a lot of fun. I get to experiment a lot and I have complete creative freedom. 👩🏽‍🔬🔬

I get to draw some of my favourite things, like mushrooms, trees and things with beaks and legs. 🍄👽

Sometimes, I just let my brain go until I feel the image is ready, even if it seems unfinished. I could keep working on the same image forever, but these are experiments. 🚀🪐

Check a bit of the lyrics below. You can find the full song on Patreon.

#musicuk #artineastanglia #artinessex #albumcover #albumcoverart #uksongwriter #colombianillustration

Move by Ben Brown

Ghost in the morning
In the machine
Laugh if you know what I mean
Taking you sideways
Feels so obscene
starting to feel
Beautiful

You spent all morning
Just glued to a screen
Googling cigarettes
Cutting out pictures
Of soot, smoke and steam
Practicing your finishing move

You’re in my way
Get out and
Move
Don’t need to stay
I think it’s best that you…

I didn’t understand the lyrics of this song—even after reading them on the transcript. I just closed my eyes, listened repeatedly, and drew. This is what came out, and I quite like it. Go, @benbrownstagram_ , take over the world! Go people, check out our Patreon! I’ll share the link in the stories 🗺️💸

Swipe for the sketch, which is more fun than the final result 💉

I have a lot to update here, but doing these illustrations has been more fun 😬

#musicillustrations #coverartwork #albumcover #illustrationartist #colombianillustrator

I didn’t understand the lyrics of this song—even after reading them on the transcript. I just closed my eyes, listened repeatedly, and drew. This is what came out, and I quite like it. Go, @benbrownstagram_ , take over the world! Go people, check out our Patreon! I’ll share the link in the stories 🗺️💸

Swipe for the sketch, which is more fun than the final result 💉

I have a lot to update here, but doing these illustrations has been more fun 😬

#musicillustrations #coverartwork #albumcover #illustrationartist #colombianillustrator

Heaven

Heaven

Wednesday of drawing just for the love of it 💘

Deadlines and demanding projects can sometimes cloud the joy of creating 🫠

Illustrating @benbrownstagram_ ’s unreleased pieces brings me back to that simple pleasure of experimenting freely. It also gives me the challenge of creating in a short period of time outside of work 🧚🏽‍♀️

Balancing work and life feels like an illusion when art is both your job and passion. Creating is a very personal experience, even when it’s for others. My style reflects who I am, so separating life from work feels difficult 🤷🏽‍♀️

Sometimes, the best way to rest is to step away from sketchbooks and screens, and go outside with no particular plans 🐣

How do you guys find your balance?

Wednesday of drawing just for the love of it 💘

Deadlines and demanding projects can sometimes cloud the joy of creating 🫠

Illustrating @benbrownstagram_ ’s unreleased pieces brings me back to that simple pleasure of experimenting freely. It also gives me the challenge of creating in a short period of time outside of work 🧚🏽‍♀️

Balancing work and life feels like an illusion when art is both your job and passion. Creating is a very personal experience, even when it’s for others. My style reflects who I am, so separating life from work feels difficult 🤷🏽‍♀️

Sometimes, the best way to rest is to step away from sketchbooks and screens, and go outside with no particular plans 🐣

How do you guys find your balance?

Some of the voices in our heads

#linocut #picturebookart #precolumbian #postcolumbian #goddesses #mythical
#printmakingart

Some of the voices in our heads

#linocut #picturebookart #precolumbian #postcolumbian #goddesses #mythical
#printmakingart

In the beginning there was no fire, so we had to hug each other to stay warm. Now we have smartphones 🤪

#printmaking #linocutprint #shortstory #storytime #bedtimestories #picturebookillustration #inthebeginning #storytelling #precolumbian

In the beginning there was no fire, so we had to hug each other to stay warm. Now we have smartphones 🤪

#printmaking #linocutprint #shortstory #storytime #bedtimestories #picturebookillustration #inthebeginning #storytelling #precolumbian

Midnight sun

#releaseprinting #linoprinting #sunbath #maize #fourhouses #mythology #picturebookillustration #symetrical

Midnight sun

#releaseprinting #linoprinting #sunbath #maize #fourhouses #mythology #picturebookillustration #symetrical

Every week, I’ll post a cover for a @benbrownstagram_ unpublished track. ‘The Tap’ is the second one we’ve released so far.

Check Ben’s Patreon for more creative adventures.

We are a #creativepowerhouse

#albumcoverart #artworkformusic #tapwater #digitalartwork #artineastanglia #musicineastanglia

Every week, I’ll post a cover for a @benbrownstagram_ unpublished track. ‘The Tap’ is the second one we’ve released so far.

Check Ben’s Patreon for more creative adventures.

We are a #creativepowerhouse

#albumcoverart #artworkformusic #tapwater #digitalartwork #artineastanglia #musicineastanglia

Each week, I’ll be creating a cover for one of Ben Brown’s unpublished tracks, available exclusively on his Patreon. The first one, Hidden Oysters, is out now, and I highly recommend it. The second one should be out later today.

I’ve been supporting Ben with photography, design, illustration, animation (a tiny bit), and more. So far, I’ve designed his EP cover (balloons were disposed of safely), t-shirts, and graphics for his shows and merch.

It’s been a lot of fun, and I’ve enjoyed the creative freedom—within reason.

Thanks, @benbrownstagram_ , for the opportunity to experiment and have fun.

Note: Superglu is one of Ben’s bands, and I recommend too.

#artcommission #designformusic #albumcover #eprelease #benbrownblue #superglue #xtramilerecordings

Each week, I’ll be creating a cover for one of Ben Brown’s unpublished tracks, available exclusively on his Patreon. The first one, Hidden Oysters, is out now, and I highly recommend it. The second one should be out later today.

I’ve been supporting Ben with photography, design, illustration, animation (a tiny bit), and more. So far, I’ve designed his EP cover (balloons were disposed of safely), t-shirts, and graphics for his shows and merch.

It’s been a lot of fun, and I’ve enjoyed the creative freedom—within reason.

Thanks, @benbrownstagram_ , for the opportunity to experiment and have fun.

Note: Superglu is one of Ben’s bands, and I recommend too.

#artcommission #designformusic #albumcover #eprelease #benbrownblue #superglue #xtramilerecordings

Update on today’s progress for the Arrivals project, reflecting on my experience settling in Suffolk. Commission by @chipcic and @suffolkarchives

Update on today’s progress for the Arrivals project, reflecting on my experience settling in Suffolk. Commission by @chipcic and @suffolkarchives

A glimpse into the process for ‘Arrivals’ commissioned by @suffolkarchives and @chipcic This painting will serve as a commentary on my personal story of migrating to Suffolk 💚

A glimpse into the process for ‘Arrivals’ commissioned by @suffolkarchives and @chipcic This painting will serve as a commentary on my personal story of migrating to Suffolk 💚

I usually create a digital version of my murals before painting them on a larger surface. @felixstoweharmonies liked the design I made for them, and decided to have it printed and framed to go on their walls 🥰

#womeninmusic #womeninart #portoffelixstowe
#jazzillustration #musicillustrations #albumcover #gicleeprint

I usually create a digital version of my murals before painting them on a larger surface. @felixstoweharmonies liked the design I made for them, and decided to have it printed and framed to go on their walls 🥰

#womeninmusic #womeninart #portoffelixstowe
#jazzillustration #musicillustrations #albumcover #gicleeprint

Here’s the second mural I was commissioned to create by @wamfest_felixstowe back in 2021. It was sponsored by @felixstoweharmonies 🎙️👗🫶🏼

It was a fun, inspiring project 😍

Swipe to watch a short video showing the progress 🖌️🚧

@wamfest_felixstowe is returning this October! Be sure to check out their socials for all the latest updates.

#popart #popmusic #muralpainting #muralist #publicartfund #publicart #portoffelixstowe

Here’s the second mural I was commissioned to create by @wamfest_felixstowe back in 2021. It was sponsored by @felixstoweharmonies 🎙️👗🫶🏼

It was a fun, inspiring project 😍

Swipe to watch a short video showing the progress 🖌️🚧

@wamfest_felixstowe is returning this October! Be sure to check out their socials for all the latest updates.

#popart #popmusic #muralpainting #muralist #publicartfund #publicart #portoffelixstowe

Hey it’s me 🤘🏽

I’m having a break from work—kind of. I’ve been enjoying some music and checking the photo archives from a chair in the backyard.

I extracted this guitar from the sketch for the first @wamfest_felixstowe mural back in 2021 and we turned it into promotional material. I quite like it 😊

The @wamfest_felixstowe is back in October. Be sure to check their socials for updates 😙

Enjoy the lovely weather. More posts to come soon.

#portoffelixstowe #livemusic #musicandartsfestival #illustrationartist

Hey it’s me 🤘🏽

I’m having a break from work—kind of. I’ve been enjoying some music and checking the photo archives from a chair in the backyard.

I extracted this guitar from the sketch for the first @wamfest_felixstowe mural back in 2021 and we turned it into promotional material. I quite like it 😊

The @wamfest_felixstowe is back in October. Be sure to check their socials for updates 😙

Enjoy the lovely weather. More posts to come soon.

#portoffelixstowe #livemusic #musicandartsfestival #illustrationartist

This is the first mural @wamfest_felixstowe invited me to paint in 2021 🎉

The festival celebrates women and showcases local talent in painting, music, literature, and dance 🎨🎭🎤✍️💃🏽

@visitfelixstowe and the Ipswich Building Society, now the @suffolkbuildingsociety, sponsored this first panel 🙏

The festival has evolved, and so has the imagery. I’d make a couple of things differently now, as three years have passed, but I still love it, and it’s become a Wamfest classic 🏛️

I painted it in February at the peak of winter. Thanks, Jon Swallow, for capturing me in the best winter-mural-outdoor-painting gowns. We even made it to the newspapers ⛄️

This first design is on T-shirts we still wear. There’s a convenient photo of a lovely bunch of WAMwomen in front of the wings I painted for @beachstreetfelixstowe 🦋

Thanks, @wamfest_felixstowe women and @locke_laura for your support 💜🤍💚

#muralpainting #artsfestival #womeninart #portoffelixstowe #felixstowesuffolk #publicartwork

This is the first mural @wamfest_felixstowe invited me to paint in 2021 🎉

The festival celebrates women and showcases local talent in painting, music, literature, and dance 🎨🎭🎤✍️💃🏽

@visitfelixstowe and the Ipswich Building Society, now the @suffolkbuildingsociety, sponsored this first panel 🙏

The festival has evolved, and so has the imagery. I’d make a couple of things differently now, as three years have passed, but I still love it, and it’s become a Wamfest classic 🏛️

I painted it in February at the peak of winter. Thanks, Jon Swallow, for capturing me in the best winter-mural-outdoor-painting gowns. We even made it to the newspapers ⛄️

This first design is on T-shirts we still wear. There’s a convenient photo of a lovely bunch of WAMwomen in front of the wings I painted for @beachstreetfelixstowe 🦋

Thanks, @wamfest_felixstowe women and @locke_laura for your support 💜🤍💚

#muralpainting #artsfestival #womeninart #portoffelixstowe #felixstowesuffolk #publicartwork

I met @locke_laura in 2020. She invited me to exhibit at one of her events and talk about my life and practice at her women-focused radio show 📻

We became friends 💛🌼

Laura also asked me to paint some murals for @wamfest_felixstowe. The festival launched in 2021, and it’s been happening and growing since then 💃👭

This is a detail of the latest mural I painted for @wamfest_felixstowe and a portrait of Laura I made a while ago.

The Wamfest celebrates women’s achievements. It features the work of women, but anyone can attend the events 🫂

I’ll share the Wamfest murals, the people, and the stories behind them over the next few days.

Thanks, Laura, Wamwomen and supporters. Life in Suffolk has been easier to navigate with your help 🚣

The next festival will take place in Felixstowe from 11th to 13th October 2024.

#muralart #artinfelixstowe #wamfestfelixstowe #suffolkartists #felixstowesuffolk #portoffelixstowe #womeninarts

I met @locke_laura in 2020. She invited me to exhibit at one of her events and talk about my life and practice at her women-focused radio show 📻

We became friends 💛🌼

Laura also asked me to paint some murals for @wamfest_felixstowe. The festival launched in 2021, and it’s been happening and growing since then 💃👭

This is a detail of the latest mural I painted for @wamfest_felixstowe and a portrait of Laura I made a while ago.

The Wamfest celebrates women’s achievements. It features the work of women, but anyone can attend the events 🫂

I’ll share the Wamfest murals, the people, and the stories behind them over the next few days.

Thanks, Laura, Wamwomen and supporters. Life in Suffolk has been easier to navigate with your help 🚣

The next festival will take place in Felixstowe from 11th to 13th October 2024.

#muralart #artinfelixstowe #wamfestfelixstowe #suffolkartists #felixstowesuffolk #portoffelixstowe #womeninarts

Trying to fit hours of work in two minutes feels a bit 🥶

I have a bit of an issue with timelapses because they make one lose the sense of time and how long it takes to get things done ⏳⌛️🪐

Painting is a decision-making process and can be a personal, meditative experience. Most of it is lost while trying to capture it 🖼️📽️🤳

Anyway, here’s a short short filled with time-lapses of having fun at the studio 🎡

Preparing paint and washing brushes with @huun_huur_tu_official 🍃🌿🌱

Thanks, Benjamín, for helping me document this 💃🏽🕺

#artineastanglia #acrylicpainting #acryliconwood #meedeneasel #artstudios #throatsinging

Trying to fit hours of work in two minutes feels a bit 🥶

I have a bit of an issue with timelapses because they make one lose the sense of time and how long it takes to get things done ⏳⌛️🪐

Painting is a decision-making process and can be a personal, meditative experience. Most of it is lost while trying to capture it 🖼️📽️🤳

Anyway, here’s a short short filled with time-lapses of having fun at the studio 🎡

Preparing paint and washing brushes with @huun_huur_tu_official 🍃🌿🌱

Thanks, Benjamín, for helping me document this 💃🏽🕺

#artineastanglia #acrylicpainting #acryliconwood #meedeneasel #artstudios #throatsinging

I am working on a commission. My clients want a diptych inspired by Hadleigh.

Thanks, @_hahc_ for your support.

My teachers would be appalled as I’m not layering the paint. I like it flat and sharp. I enjoy working with acrylics on board instead of canvas.

#acryliconboard #meedeneasel #jacksonsartsupplies #arthurussell #artiststudio #hadleighsuffolk #artinsuffolk

I am working on a commission. My clients want a diptych inspired by Hadleigh.

Thanks, @_hahc_ for your support.

My teachers would be appalled as I’m not layering the paint. I like it flat and sharp. I enjoy working with acrylics on board instead of canvas.

#acryliconboard #meedeneasel #jacksonsartsupplies #arthurussell #artiststudio #hadleighsuffolk #artinsuffolk

Wow! I painted the Coconut & Lime food van in 2021. Time flies 🕊️Thanks, Patrick, for being a cool client and to @arteatevents for producing this. I hope you all are keeping well ✨

You can see a bit of the process, the digital sketches for the mural and how I looked back in 2021 👀 I used to love those headphones, but they broke 💔

Music helps me focus. If you ever see me out there painting and I don’t reply, I’m likely wearing my earphones and trying to finish on time! 🏃🏽‍♀️💸

This is a bit sad, but while painting, a dead baby bird fell off their nest and got tangled in my hair :( Omg, omg, omg 😭🐣

#commercialmurals #muralartwork #foodvanart #foodvan #jamaicanfood #foodart #streetfood #coconutandlime #plantsillustration

Wow! I painted the Coconut & Lime food van in 2021. Time flies 🕊️Thanks, Patrick, for being a cool client and to @arteatevents for producing this. I hope you all are keeping well ✨

You can see a bit of the process, the digital sketches for the mural and how I looked back in 2021 👀 I used to love those headphones, but they broke 💔

Music helps me focus. If you ever see me out there painting and I don’t reply, I’m likely wearing my earphones and trying to finish on time! 🏃🏽‍♀️💸

This is a bit sad, but while painting, a dead baby bird fell off their nest and got tangled in my hair :( Omg, omg, omg 😭🐣

#commercialmurals #muralartwork #foodvanart #foodvan #jamaicanfood #foodart #streetfood #coconutandlime #plantsillustration

This is a closer view of the left window at the entrance of the @colchmkrspc

In the middle of the process, I forgot to clean some reference marks, and there were black spots between the window and two layers of dried paint 🥶🥵 I had to peel the bits off and repaint 🤧😆 It was a delicate and precise task.

I enjoyed every part of the process, and I’m very pleased with the results!

I feel a bit nostalgic after finishing each project, so let’s make sure that I keep busy. Give me your windows and walls to paint 😌🤩

#muralartist #windowartwork #paintedwindows #paintonglass #ceramicsworkshop #potteryworkshop #colchestermakerspace

This is a closer view of the left window at the entrance of the @colchmkrspc

In the middle of the process, I forgot to clean some reference marks, and there were black spots between the window and two layers of dried paint 🥶🥵 I had to peel the bits off and repaint 🤧😆 It was a delicate and precise task.

I enjoyed every part of the process, and I’m very pleased with the results!

I feel a bit nostalgic after finishing each project, so let’s make sure that I keep busy. Give me your windows and walls to paint 😌🤩

#muralartist #windowartwork #paintedwindows #paintonglass #ceramicsworkshop #potteryworkshop #colchestermakerspace

This clip shows some of the process behind painting the window mural @colchmkrspc ⚡️

Thanks, @mind.of.marley, for creating such a flattering video 📹👌🏽It also shows some insights into the nature of the workshops - one of my favourite places in the world 💫

The main entrance of the Space connects to @patchcolchester, so make sure to grab a coffee when you visit ☕️🤎

Scroll to see a full view of the finished artwork and some info about Colchester Makerspace 🏺🙌🏽

#artincolchester #artinessex #windowdisplay #windowmural #artineastanglia #muralartist #videoproduction #videoediting #colchestermakerspace #creativecolchester

This clip shows some of the process behind painting the window mural @colchmkrspc ⚡️

Thanks, @mind.of.marley, for creating such a flattering video 📹👌🏽It also shows some insights into the nature of the workshops - one of my favourite places in the world 💫

The main entrance of the Space connects to @patchcolchester, so make sure to grab a coffee when you visit ☕️🤎

Scroll to see a full view of the finished artwork and some info about Colchester Makerspace 🏺🙌🏽

#artincolchester #artinessex #windowdisplay #windowmural #artineastanglia #muralartist #videoproduction #videoediting #colchestermakerspace #creativecolchester

I feel happy 🪩 @colchmkrspc commissioned me to paint a window mural at the entrance of the workshops. The brief was to keep a focus on community, ceramics, and printmaking 🙌🏽🏺🖌️🤘🏽

This is the window to the right of the diptych. I’ll share the other piece soon 👀

Check some shots of the process and the digital design of the mural. Prints will be available for sale soon 🐾

I’ve been a Colchester Makerspace member for over a year, and it’s been a great experience to be part of a supportive, creative and kind community. If you’ve been thinking about joining, do it now ✨

One of the entrances of the Space is joined to @patchcolchester, and I’m lucky their customers get to see my work and learn about the workshops. Please visit the cafe too - their food is delicious, the staff are lovely, and the atmosphere is perfect ☕️🍽️

#colchesterlife #colchestermakerspace #creativesincolchester #colchesterbusiness #muralart #artincolchester #windowart #windowartist #eastanglianart

I feel happy 🪩 @colchmkrspc commissioned me to paint a window mural at the entrance of the workshops. The brief was to keep a focus on community, ceramics, and printmaking 🙌🏽🏺🖌️🤘🏽

This is the window to the right of the diptych. I’ll share the other piece soon 👀

Check some shots of the process and the digital design of the mural. Prints will be available for sale soon 🐾

I’ve been a Colchester Makerspace member for over a year, and it’s been a great experience to be part of a supportive, creative and kind community. If you’ve been thinking about joining, do it now ✨

One of the entrances of the Space is joined to @patchcolchester, and I’m lucky their customers get to see my work and learn about the workshops. Please visit the cafe too - their food is delicious, the staff are lovely, and the atmosphere is perfect ☕️🍽️

#colchesterlife #colchestermakerspace #creativesincolchester #colchesterbusiness #muralart #artincolchester #windowart #windowartist #eastanglianart

@dinguskhanband rehearsal @blackcactusstudio

@dinguskhanband rehearsal @blackcactusstudio

Open Mic @the_royal_oak_east_bergholt

Open Mic @the_royal_oak_east_bergholt

Open Mic @The Dicky

Open Mic @The Dicky

Open mic @the_royal_oak_east_bergholt Third Thursday of every month.

Open mic @the_royal_oak_east_bergholt Third Thursday of every month.

I’m thrilled to be the next @colchmkrspc Member of the Month! Join me this Thursday, February 1st from 6:30 pm, at the casual monthly social. I’ll be chatting about my creative practice and revealing a new project 👀 It’s a free event, and everyone’s welcome! 🥳

Being part of @colchmkrspc is reassuring. The facilities are fantastic, filled with great tools and a lively creative atmosphere. There’s always someone up to something interesting, and chatting with fellow members about their projects is inspiring - plus, everyone is so lovely! 😍

Joining a creative community enriches your life as a creator. Come and look if you feel curious about the space 😎

Big shout to @sophiemaliphant , the most recent Member of the Month! ⚡️

Learn how to Riso with tutor @heidirosesharp 🤩

My work will also be for sale at @patchcolchester during February, come and grab a coffee and some yummy food 👌🏼

@shotby__al took my lovely portrait 🧚‍♀️

Dungarees by @runandflyengland 💃🏽

Thanks, @colchmkrspc for being so supportive 🤩

I’m thrilled to be the next @colchmkrspc Member of the Month! Join me this Thursday, February 1st from 6:30 pm, at the casual monthly social. I’ll be chatting about my creative practice and revealing a new project 👀 It’s a free event, and everyone’s welcome! 🥳

Being part of @colchmkrspc is reassuring. The facilities are fantastic, filled with great tools and a lively creative atmosphere. There’s always someone up to something interesting, and chatting with fellow members about their projects is inspiring - plus, everyone is so lovely! 😍

Joining a creative community enriches your life as a creator. Come and look if you feel curious about the space 😎

Big shout to @sophiemaliphant , the most recent Member of the Month! ⚡️

Learn how to Riso with tutor @heidirosesharp 🤩

My work will also be for sale at @patchcolchester during February, come and grab a coffee and some yummy food 👌🏼

@shotby__al took my lovely portrait 🧚‍♀️

Dungarees by @runandflyengland 💃🏽

Thanks, @colchmkrspc for being so supportive 🤩

@dinguskhanband bullied me into reinventing their rather charming and professional poster, turning it into a cabinet of atrocities - it was painful. No AI was harmed during the process; I just tried to mimic it. Cry now, AI - I’ll cry later when I’m forced to change my career and become someone who deals with human beings.

In any case, watching Dingus Khan perform is a life-changing experience - @benbrownstagram didn’t ask me to say this, by the way. I’m a huge fan of the band; they throw things at you, perform rather embarrassing choreographies, and Ben always showcases his premium buttocks during the shows – a privilege reserved for the best.

The original photo was taken by @nessiahuu 🖤

I’ve heard that tickets are selling fast, so go and get yours.

@dinguskhanband’s agent is @midnightmangoltd

@dinguskhanband bullied me into reinventing their rather charming and professional poster, turning it into a cabinet of atrocities - it was painful. No AI was harmed during the process; I just tried to mimic it. Cry now, AI - I’ll cry later when I’m forced to change my career and become someone who deals with human beings.

In any case, watching Dingus Khan perform is a life-changing experience - @benbrownstagram didn’t ask me to say this, by the way. I’m a huge fan of the band; they throw things at you, perform rather embarrassing choreographies, and Ben always showcases his premium buttocks during the shows – a privilege reserved for the best.

The original photo was taken by @nessiahuu 🖤

I’ve heard that tickets are selling fast, so go and get yours.

@dinguskhanband’s agent is @midnightmangoltd

Thanks, @suffolkarchives and their splendid home at The Hold, for inviting me to design the flyer/poster for their new exhibition: Arrivals, Celebrating Migration to Suffolk.

This topic is close to my heart, and I have learned loads about the subject, the county and other cultures. Representation is important!

Thanks, Emily, Felicity and Mandy for your support.

'Suffolk has a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world, which continues to shape the culture of the county today. This exhibition celebrates stories of arrival, community and contribution and explores historical and contemporary experiences of migration to Suffolk.' - Suffolk Archives.

The exhibition is open from 24th November 2023 to 14th April 2024. Link in Bio

Check some of the sketches and other proposals!

Thanks, @benbrownstagram_ , and all the friends who helped me with brainstorming and feedback. Suffolk received me very well in 2017. Some of my best friends and chosen family are here - I'll provide you with art and tropical quirks for as long as possible.

Thanks, @suffolkarchives and their splendid home at The Hold, for inviting me to design the flyer/poster for their new exhibition: Arrivals, Celebrating Migration to Suffolk.

This topic is close to my heart, and I have learned loads about the subject, the county and other cultures. Representation is important!

Thanks, Emily, Felicity and Mandy for your support.

'Suffolk has a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world, which continues to shape the culture of the county today. This exhibition celebrates stories of arrival, community and contribution and explores historical and contemporary experiences of migration to Suffolk.' - Suffolk Archives.

The exhibition is open from 24th November 2023 to 14th April 2024. Link in Bio

Check some of the sketches and other proposals!

Thanks, @benbrownstagram_ , and all the friends who helped me with brainstorming and feedback. Suffolk received me very well in 2017. Some of my best friends and chosen family are here - I'll provide you with art and tropical quirks for as long as possible.

Intriguing and wild, @shotby__al is a skilled wanderer and shapeshifter—a human astrolabe, capturing stars and safeguarding light bulbs. Attend to his whims, and he'll support your obscure endeavours; defy, and he'll guide you astray in the woods, returning you transformed into the semblance of a pine cone.

Intriguing and wild, @shotby__al is a skilled wanderer and shapeshifter—a human astrolabe, capturing stars and safeguarding light bulbs. Attend to his whims, and he'll support your obscure endeavours; defy, and he'll guide you astray in the woods, returning you transformed into the semblance of a pine cone.

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