My friend Hilary has been influenced by my quirky cottages and has come up with these gorgeous little wall hanging cuties. Each cottage is approximately 10 cm square and comes in it's own little box, I fell in love with them at first sight I expect you will too.
Hilary can be contacted through her website www.hilarytillyardceramics.co.uk
Sometimes something just catches your eye and lifts your heart, something as simple as shower gel,
but those colours just sing ! This is why I always have my camera with me, you just never know when you will spot something that should be shared.
In the words of Queen 'It's a kind of magic' seems a perfect description of this evening's sunset.
Sometimes at this time of year it is tempting on a cold morning to stay in bed and pull the duvet up round your ears. I was so glad I resisted the temptation this weekend. Something was calling me to pull on my wellies and get out into the Autumn air. I am so glad I did....
Sometimes the tiniest detail can be exquisite, it would have been so easy to miss these little shutter brackets,
Often people ask me where I get the idea of quirky and lopsided houses, well actually if we look around it isn't so hard to see. I just love these little French buildings and see characters in each of them. It makes me smile when I look at the stripy ones and see them as little characters dressed in their pyjamas.
Look what I found in the market ! Lots of lovely little gourds some of which look like little swans with their long curved necks and beaks. Amazing colours too !
Let's forget about the terrible weather we have been suffering recently and celebrate some of the fabulous colours of Autumn. Admittedly I had to go to France to photograph the grapes on the vine but our home grown berries can be seen in our own hedgerows at the moment.
When people come into the gallery in Masham it is always lovely to have the chance to chat. it is great to welcome returning visitors and meet those new to our little shop. The comments people leave in our visitors book and the nice things people say about my work and the cute little building are so important and motivating. Amongst others one of the comments that stood out this week was from a lovely lady who, as she was leaving turned and said 'You make magic in here, you do'.
There have been such beautiful skies above Yorkshire this week and I have been indulging in one of my favourite pass times , cloud watching. I just wanted to share this Angel with you.
My friend Hilary has been at it again! Down the garden in her little studio she has been playing with her clay whilst watching her comical free range chickens. They have inspired her to create these dear little characters. I have placed my order already and can't wait to welcome them into my studio.
Take a look at Hilary's website www.hilarytillyardceramics.co.uk
When someone comes and knocks a hole in your chimney breast and creates a massive redecoration situation, don't get down, just welcome a new artwork opportunity !
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