Here are a some photographs from a couple of days ago. It was a lovely afternoon and I managed to get a really great hour's walk in with my dogs in some open country just around the corner from where I live. I did a short live at the time and posted it to my stories talking about some of the things that were helping me. I've not been posting much on Instagram. I've been thinking about what I can say that has any meaning at a time when so many people are frightened and concerned about how they are going to manage with kids, work, family health etc etc. For myself, I'm looking to find a place of some equilibrium in all the uncertainly and discomfort. I've not found it yet. And suspect that this experience is one of waves of feeling with not much settling to be found. Anxiety, numbness, anger, determination, guilt, denial. Something of a roller coaster. In the midst of all this, I find I can take solace and comfort from putting in place structure. It helps to know what's happening next in a small way when the bigger stuff is unknown. What am I eating tonight. Who I'm calling today. What time is the yoga/art group/pilates/dog walk. Alongside some radical self acceptance of is and isn't possible. What's the group/project/idea/person that's helping you most right now? Post in comments let's share some collective wisdom. Stay safe and well. Xx
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Verona and Bologna in Italy. There's been a lot in the press recently about Italy I had the privilege of visiting last week as part of some professional exams I was completing as a teacher and supervisor of psychotherapists. It's a beautiful place, rich in history, with wonderful building and architecture an inspiration for my art. Once my exams were completed (and passed) we had a few days before travelling home and took some time to visit Bologna as well. Sadly, the impact of the corona virus could clearly be seen in the half empty streets, shops and restaurants. And people were warm friendly and welcoming whilst still being careful and to keep themselves and others safe. Lots of places having hand sanitizer available outside on tables to use freely. So back now in the UK and getting used to being at home for another 10 days of self isolation (no symptoms) but advice is to quarantine if you've been travelling. I wanted to share these photos, because they were part of my celebrations of a professional achievement and inspire my work. I'm interested to see how they'll be influencing me over the next few weeks and months. Stay safe and well.
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My monthly Find Out First newsletter (sign up via link in profile) is due out this week. It's definitely the best place to find out about my new work, workshops, events and read my blog posts. For example I've recently completed five new paintings, and I will be posting images and writing about them in this month's update. This is a preview of The Acqua Alta, a mixed media painting on wooden panel in a white tray frame, this is 10.5x12 inches (approx). Currently hanging at Castle Park Art's centre and available to purchase for £360.
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